Author: Sharad Natani
Marking one of the biggest labour policy shifts since Independence, India has officially brought all four Labour Codes into force across the country, ushering in a new era for workers, employers, and industries alike. The move aims to modernise decades-old labour laws, simplify compliance, boost job creation, and strengthen workers’ social security in a rapidly evolving economy. With this nationwide rollout, the government signals a historic transformation toward a more structured, transparent, and worker-friendly labour ecosystem. What Has Changed? The Four Codes at a Glance 1-Code on Wages ●Ensures minimum wages for all workers, regardless of sector. ●Introduces a universal…
In a landmark moment for Indian science and engineering, India is set to become the sixth country ever to send humans to a depth of 6,000 meters below the ocean surface, thanks to the indigenous Matsya-6000 submersible developed by the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT). What’s Matsya-6000? Designed as part of the government’s ambitious Samudrayaan Mission, the Matsya-6000 can carry three persons into the Indian Ocean’s depths. Built around a titanium‐alloy spherical crew cabin that withstands over 600 atmospheres of pressure. Dimensions: approximately 4 meters long, weighs around 5.5 tons, and capable of operating for up to 12 hours…
Delhi woke up to another day of toxic air, but this time, something unusual grabbed everyone’s attention. At 7 AM, global air-quality platform IQAir (Switzerland) recorded Delhi’s AQI at a horrifying 506, while India’s official body CPCB (Central Pollution Control Board) showed below 399 for the same moment. The massive gap triggered a wave of confusion—and a bigger question: ●If AQI can soar to 900, why does CPCB always stop at 500? ●Whose data should citizens trust—India’s or global monitors? Let’s break down the science, the system, and the secrecy behind India’s AQI numbers. Why AQI in India Never Crosses…
In a dramatic shift reshaping the global tech job market, America’s biggest technology giants — Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, and Google — have now emerged as the top four employers of new H-1B visa workers for FY 2025, overtaking Indian IT powerhouses like TCS, Infosys, Cognizant, HCL and LTIMindtree, who have sharply reduced their filings. This is the first time in history that the four US tech titans have collectively dominated the H-1B approval list, signaling a major transformation in how companies hire foreign skilled talent. Amazon Leads the Pack With Record Numbers According to fresh data from the National Foundation…
India’s tech sector is reeling from back-to-back shocks. Just days after reports of 12,000 layoffs at TCS sent tremors across the industry, another Tata Group company is preparing for one of the biggest downsizing moves in its history. According to multiple reports, Tata Digital—the parent company of e-commerce platforms BigBasket, Croma and the super-app Tata Neu—is gearing up to cut over 50% of its workforce. This drastic step is part of a major restructuring initiative launched by the new CEO, Sajith Sivanandan, who has been tasked with turning the struggling digital arm profitable. Why Such a Massive Layoff? Inside the…
In a major move to curb rising SMS-based fraud across India, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued a powerful new directive mandating pre-tagging of every variable field in commercial SMS templates. The reform is designed to shut down loopholes that scammers have been exploiting for years to push harmful links, fake APKs, and fraudulent callback numbers through legitimate sender IDs. The decision, released on 18 November 2025, marks one of the biggest overhauls of India’s commercial communication ecosystem since the introduction of TCCCPR regulations in 2018. Why TRAI Introduced the New Rule Variable fields in SMS templates…