Mandaviya defends Labour Codes, flags safeguards for women tea workers in Assam | India News

NEW DELHI: Union labour minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday defended the four Labour Codes in the Lok Sabha, citing their impact on women workers, particularly in Assam’s tea plantations, amid opposition’s criticism that the reforms dilute labour protections. His remarks came in response to questions on implementation and safeguards under the Codes.Responding to a question…

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The trillion-dollar shock: What tariff? How Xi Jinping beat Trump in trade war

President Trump’s trade war strategy – featuring sweeping tariffs – has not curtailed China’s export machine. (AI image) Driving the news:Despite nearly a decade of US tariffs under President Donald Trump, China’s trade surplus has exploded, hitting $1.08 trillion through November – the highest ever recorded globally and a level China didn’t reach until year-end…

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SSC CHSL Tier 1 answer key 2025 released at ssc.gov.in: Check direct link and steps to raise objections here

SSC CHSL Tier 1 answer key 2025: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the SSC CHSL Tier 1 Answer Key 2025 on its official website, ssc.gov.in. Candidates who appeared for the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) examination for posts such as Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO)…

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Chess | R Praggnanandhaa creates history, becomes first Indian to qualify for Candidates 2026 | Chess News

India’s Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa (FIDE/Eteri Kublashvili) Indian Grandmaster (GM) R Praggnanandhaa has secured his spot in the Candidates 2026 tournament by winning the FIDE Circuit 2025, becoming the only male player to represent India.The Chennai-based Grandmaster has demonstrated exceptional performance throughout the year, securing victories at multiple prestigious tournaments, including the Wijk Aan Zee Masters,…

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Weakening democracy? MEA’s cutting response: ‘Pakistan and democracy don’t go together’ | India News

NEW DELHI: The ministry of external affairs on Monday took a swipe at Pakistan, saying India is closely tracking developments in the neighbouring country. He added that “democracy and Pakistan don’t go together,” as concerns deepen over the country’s weakening democratic institutions.“We keep a close eye on every development in Pakistan. But regarding democracy, you’re…

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SSC GD Constable recruitment 2026: State-wise breakup released for 25,487 posts; check details here

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the state-wise vacancy breakup for the Constable (General Duty) recruitment in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Secretariat Security Force (SSF) and Rifleman (General Duty) in Assam Rifles for the 2026 cycle. The registration process for a total of 25,487 vacancies is currently open on the official portal, ssc.gov.in.The…

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