India plans to shift from minimum wage to living wage by 2025
Living wages – a minimum income necessary for a worker to meet their basic needs, factoring in key social expenditure by an individual such as housing, food, healthcare, education and clothing – were endorsed by the ILO earlier this month. These would be higher than basic minimum wages. “We could go beyond minimum wages in a year,” a senior govt official told ET. Key Points
Economic TimesIs your living space making you sick?
India News: Discover how Sick Building Syndrome is affecting your health and productivity. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and solutions for a healthier living space. Read more on []. Key Points
Times Of IndiaHyderabad pips Pune, B'luru among India's best cities in Mercer's quality of living index
Chennai is the fourth Indian city in the list at the 161 spot followed by Mumbai at 164. Kolkata (170) and New Delhi (172). Mercer's Quality of living data assesses the practicalities of daily life for expatriate employees and their families in assignment locations worldwide. Key Points
Economic Times'Over 30% families in Bihar surviving on income less than Rs6000'
In accordance with the report presented by Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Vijay Kumar Chaudhary, there were approximately 2.97 crore families residing in the state, with over 94 lakhs (or 34.13%) living in poverty Key Points
FirstpostSeptember cost of living payment most likely to go up, know possible financial changes
September cost of living payment may go up as the rate of inflation, bank rates are most likely to go north. Know the important dates related to finances. Key Points
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Revamp your home's nooks and corners: Transforming neglected spaces with style
Discover the untapped potential of your home's nooks and corners. From cozy retreats to stylish storage units, revamp these neglected spaces with decor tips. Key Points
Hindustan TimesTVS Emerald, Columbia Pacific float JV to build senior living project in Chennai
A foray into the asset class of senior living for TVS Emerald, and third senior living community for Columbia Pacific in Chennai, the project will be built on a plot of around 2.7 acres in Thaiyur. Key Points
Financialexpress‘Living For the Dead’ Season 1: Here’s a guide to episodes, storyline, streaming platform of new ghost-hun
‘Living For the Dead season 1 offers eight episodes in its unique ghost-hunting series. Narrated by Kristen Stewart, its team explores haunted places. The team also looks to heal the living and the dead while tackling paranormal mysteries. Key Points
Economic TimesBTS V opens up about the experience that turned him ‘quiet and lonely’
‘but now that I’m alone, I don’t talk a lot.’ BTS' Monuments series explores pandemic's impact on their music and lives. Key Points
Hindustan TimesBest centre tables for living room: Add functionality with a touch of elegance to your space
Find the perfect centre table for your living room with our top 10 picks of 2024. Compare prices, features, and more to make the right choice. Key Points
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Amazon Sale 2023: Get up to 68% off on stylish-looking carpets
Amazon Sale 2023 is offering amazing range of discounts on carpets. Beautify your home with these carpets and score big on savings. Key Points
Hindustan TimesBoeing 727 has permanent residence! Meet persons who have made airplane their homes
There are people who have lived inside an airplane for years as we live in our homes. A fully functional home, with over 1,500 square feet of living space, three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a hot tub. Key Points
Economic TimesEight of the world's most stunning floating homes
From Scandinavia to the US, people are finding community and freedom living on water. Dominic Lutyens looks at eight examples of remarkable houseboats across the globe. Key Points
BBC‘People always gossiped about our sleeping arrangements!’ How 100 people share a happy home in the Netherlands
It took six years to persuade the Dutch authorities that CW Delft wasn’t just a hippy dream. Four decades on, it’s still thriving. What’s the secret? Key Points
the GuardianIndia plans to replace minimum wage by living wages by 2025; Here's what it could it mean
India is planning to replace its minimum wage system with a living wage by 2025, seeking assistance from the International Labour Organization (ILO) to develop a framework for estimating and implementing it. The move aims to lift millions out of poverty and ensure their well-being. India has more than 500 million workers, with 90% in the unorganized sector. While many earn a daily minimum wage of ₹176 or more, stagnant since 2017, the national wage floor lacks enforceability across states, leading to wage payment discrepancies. Key Points
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Cost of living LIVE Updates Jan 16: Fuel prices steady. Check petrol and diesel prices in your city here
Cost of living LIVE Updates Jan 16: The high rate of inflation has pushed up the cost of living across the globe, burning a hole in the common man's pocket. In some relief, India's retail inflation witnessed a notable decline in September, dropping to a three-month low. Key Points
MintCost of living LIVE Updates Dec 06: Fuel prices steady. Check petrol and diesel prices in your city today
Cost of living LIVE Updates December 6: The high rate of inflation has pushed up the cost of living across the globe, burning a hole in the common man's pocket. In some relief, India's retail inflation witnessed a notable decline in September, dropping to a three-month low. Key Points
MintCost of living LIVE Updates Dec 01: Fuel prices steady. Check petrol and diesel prices in your city today
Cost of living LIVE Updates December 1: The high rate of inflation has pushed up the cost of living across the globe, burning a hole in the common man's pocket. In some relief, India's retail inflation witnessed a notable decline in September, dropping to a three-month low. Key Points
mintFive of the best countries for expats in 2023
A new survey on living and working abroad has revealed the best countries for expats to live. From Malaysia to Mexico, residents explain what makes them love their new home. Key Points
BBCHow should you plan your investments to generate a good monthly income after retirement? Amit Kukreja ans
If the person's cost of living today is 1 lakh rupees a month, we want to ensure that his lifestyle is not getting impacted during his retirement years. So at 60 his inflation adjusted cost which is 1 lakh in today's term needs to be adjusted for the inflation at the age of 60 and we have to ensure that the lifestyle remains the same. Key Points
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Cost of living LIVE Updates Dec 15: Fuel prices steady. Check petrol and diesel prices in your city
Cost of living LIVE Updates December 15: The high rate of inflation has pushed up the cost of living across the globe, burning a hole in the common man's pocket. In some relief, India's retail inflation witnessed a notable decline in September, dropping to a three-month low. Key Points
MintCost of living LIVE Updates Nov 21: Fuel prices steady. Check petrol and diesel prices in your city today
Cost of living LIVE November 21: The high rate of inflation has pushed up the cost of living across the globe, burning a hole in the common man's pocket. In some relief, India's retail inflation witnessed a notable decline in September, dropping to a three-month low. Key Points
mintWhy is San Diego the most expensive US city? Check criteria and rankings of other places
In the relentless competition for the title of the costliest city in the United States, San Diego has emerged as an unexpected leader for the year 2023-2024, as revealed by the U.S. News & World Report's annual list of the Most Expensive Places to Live. Key Points
Economic TimesThis Delhiite on Batmobile won’t stop the bhangra
Pulkit Sharma, a Delhi-based content creator, was trolled for his video showcasing him dancing on bhangra beats. In reply to this, he tweeted another video of him dancing, which went viral and has received more than 300k views. He strongly believes that his cerebral palsy can’t stop him from living a life of dignity. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan TimesGodown collapses in Maharashtra's Bhiwandi, several feared trapped
A two-storey godown collapsed in Bhiwandi, located in the Thane district of Maharashtra, on Saturday. The collapse has left several people, who were living and working on the premises, trapped under the debris. Key Points
India Today
Priyanka Chopra talks about dark period living in NY: ‘My body needed to mourn'
Priyanka Chopra spoke about how she coped through several phases in her life as she moved to new places. She talked about her dark period living in New York. | Web Series Key Points
Hindustan TimesA professor is going to live in an underwater hotel for 100 days – here's what it might do to his body
As nightmares go, being trapped in a small box deep underwater is probably high on many peoples’ lists. But one US professor is doing this on purpose. Joe Dituri, a former US navy diver and expert in biomedical engineering has been living in a 55 square meter space 30 feet below the surface of Key Points
The Tribune IndiaAmazon Sale 2023: Buy elegant Ottoman stools for your home, up to 75% of
Amazon Sale 2023: Bring home an Ottoman stool that will enhance the ambience of your space. Check out attractive discounts on them. Key Points
Hindustan TimesThe moment I knew: we were a ‘sort of’ couple. But when he went on another date, I realised I wanted more
Nicole Nabout and Jamie were ‘pretty ambiguous’ in their commitment to each other. But after he went out with another woman, she realised she wanted a more serious relationship. Key Points
the GuardianBihar caste survey shows 34% of households in poverty, 46 lakh live outside state for livelihood
The caste survey report presented in the Bihar state assembly today revealed that 34% of families in the state lived in poverty, with a monthly income of Rs 6,000 or less. This poverty affected not only the backward classes, Dalits, and tribals but also the upper castes. The report also noted that over 50 lakh Biharis were working in other states or abroad for better opportunities. The state's literacy rate is 79.70%, with a higher rate among women compared to men. Key Points
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India's Welspun living posts Q2 profit surge on higher demand for home linens
India's Welspun living (WLSP.NS) reported a multi-fold rise in its second-quarter profit on Wednesday, boosted by strong demand for its bed and bath linens. Key Points
ReutersIndia poised to end AIDS epidemic, says UNAIDS country director
AIDS claimed a life every minute, globally, in 2022. Approximately 9.2 million people, including 660,000 children living with HIV, still lack access to treatment. Key Points
mintEvery living ex US president, except Trump, direct descendants of slaveholders
A recent investigation has revealed that a significant number of members from the previous sitting Congress in the United States, more than 100 individuals, have direct lineage to ancestors who enslaved Black people. This comprises around 8 per cent of Democrats in Congress and 28 per cent of Republicans. Key Points
India TodayA house that is as green as it gets
Intended for intergenerational living — in itself a green idea — the 7,477-square-foot enclave (including basement) is not monolithic. It has three public and private zones linked by insulated glass-walled walkways shaded by steel trellises or roof overhangs. Key Points
The Indian ExpressWhy slum dwellers in Bangladesh have got a reason to smile
Bangladesh is logging consistent growth in terms of the economy and living standards. But the government is working towards achieving an inclusive development. Key Points
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Yamunanagar: FIR registered after injured man dies at PGIMER
The 37-year-old victim Vijay Kumar was an accused in several theft cases and was an alcoholic. His wife was living separately with their son at her maternal house, the family said. Key Points
Hindustan TimesCost of living LIVE Updates Jan 03: Fuel prices steady. Check petrol and diesel prices in your city here
Cost of living LIVE Updates Jan 03: The high rate of inflation has pushed up the cost of living across the globe, burning a hole in the common man's pocket. In some relief, India's retail inflation witnessed a notable decline in September, dropping to a three-month low. Key Points
MintSay cheese: Japanese scientists make robot face ‘smile’ with living skin
Researchers at the University of Tokyo grow human skin cells in the shape of a face and pull it into a wide grin. Japanese scientists have devised a way to... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaI'm in a same-sex marriage and feel unsafe starting a family in the US
Mrigaa Sethi had to leave the US after her visa was denied. Now, she's returning with her American wife and is anxious about their safety. Key Points
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