In the 21-day lockdown that may be extended to contain the spread of COVID-19 in India, maintaining the health of your car is of importance as neglect can result in hefty repair bills For a lot of petrolheads, the thought of not being able to go out for those late-night drives with the windows rolled […]

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Many foreigners are stuck in India, some by choice, during the lockdown. Overall, it’s been an enriching experience despite all the anxiety and concerns The impact of Covid-19 is unprecedented, collectively and individually. Life has come to a standstill. The lockdown has ensured that people stay wherever they are.  The fortunate are at home, while […]

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Though the plight of migrant workers was highly visible at the Delhi-UP border, hundreds of bonded labourers are languishing unseen in brick kilns and stone quarries “A number of bonded labourers were freed just three months back — some right before the lockdown. They were just getting back to some semblance of normalcy, working as […]

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The measures for containment of Coronavirus on a war footing have paved the way for the disappearance of privacy of the infected. Public interest is riding roughshod over private interest    Three weeks ago on 22 March, I received messages revealing that Covid-19 had entered my district. The proof? Photos taken of posters pasted outside homes […]

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As work from home becomes a way of life, fashion influencers find ways to spice up their wardrobes “Don’t think I am mad, I just wanted to show it off to you,” says Neena Gupta, the veteran actor concluding her Instagram video wearing an elaborate choker in gold that decorates her neckline.  She is in […]

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A holistic approach to health is the need of the hour not just to fight the current pandemic but also to ensure that problems arising from the lockdown can be minimised The outbreak of Coronavirus has turned the world topsy-turvy, governments are trying their best to contain the spread while healthcare professionals are fighting on […]

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Out of work, migrant workers returning to their villages across the country are facing more than the threat of hunger, infection and ostracisation  On 22 March when ‘Janata Curfew’ was announced, daily wage worker Puran became worried about his family’s health. He had heard that the curfew had been announced due to a pandemic, which […]

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With the lockdown and the need for social distancing, apps like Houseparty are enabling people to continue with their Saturday night plans  Lockdown has forced the entire world to practice social distancing and in some areas has even led to lockdowns. Human civilisation that relies on physical contact then has been left with no option […]

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