When Dilip Kumar countered an aggressive Indira Gandhi in presence of PM Nehru

Vikas Datta | December 11, 2024 11:11 AM

New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS) The matchless thespian of Hindi cinema, he is still remembered for his understated, yet intense roles of brooding and star-crossed lovers, a smitten Mughal Crown Prince, a rustic simpleton-turned-outlaw, boisterous pranksters, dutiful policemen, and many more, yet Dilip Kumar's most significant performance came in a private interaction when he -- politely -- rebuked a future Prime Minister in front of her father.

73,151 startups in India now have at least one woman Director: Centre

IANS | December 10, 2024 7:27 PM

New Delhi, Dec 10 (IANS) Nearly 73,151 startups in India now have at least one woman Director -- nearly half of the 1,52,139 startups supported by the government, thus showcasing the crucial role women play in driving innovation and economic growth, a government statement said on Tuesday.

Inflation burden eases for farm and rural labourers

IANS | December 9, 2024 5:20 PM

New Delhi, Dec 9 (IANS) The All-India Consumer Price Index for Agricultural Labourers (CPI-AL) and Rural Labourers (CPI-RL) for October declined to 5.96 per cent and 6 per cent, respectively, compared to 7.08 per cent and 6.92 per cent in the same month last year, according to figures released by the Ministry of Labour and Employment on Monday.