Knocking on UNHCR’s doors proves futile for refugees

Refugees from several countries have been staging protests in front of the United Nations High Commission for Refugees at its office in Delhi’s Vasant Vihar. However, there has been no response from the authorities

Hapless workers, indifferent JNU administration

The salaries of sanitation workers in Jawaharlal Nehru University often get delayed for months. On the top of that, they are not supposed to unionise. And those who help them allegedly face consequences

Say cheers: Special liquor counters for women a big hit

Three special counters for women have been opened in Delhi government-run liquor shops, with the aim of improving the buying experience for women while also chipping away at the social stigma associated with female alcohol consumers; three more such counters are to open in the coming months

Minimum wage hike no bonanza for workers

Manish Sisodia, Delhi’s Deputy Chief Minister, recently announced a wage hike as a step “in the interest of the labour class”. However, it is so small that those who work for the government are not thrilled, and the large unorganised sector will be left untouched

Diwali markets come to life with festive shopping

With attractive schemes and offers, lucky draws, food stalls and special gifts, the markets in Delhi are all set to face the Diwali Rush this evenin

Treasure trove of art

It’s that time of year when potters’ families earn the most from their craft. Purchases become more meaningful when the entire process is witnessed, as can be done at Potters Colony in Uttam Nagar

Set to go: On track for a better life and glory

Hailing from a humble background, Chanda stars for Delhi at National Games athletics, hoping to be on the fast track to a successful life. Like her, many other youngsters are turning out to be winners with proper coaching and support

Rise from hiatus: The bustling Diwali crowd is back in Sadar Bazaar

This year’s Diwali season, which was hit hard by coronavirus pandemic, brings back joy and significant opportunity to make up for the lost business in the past years