Special Report
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The real problem is of unequal opportunities: Maitreesh Ghatak
It leads to an uneven distribution of gains, of growth and limited upward mobility. The thrust of our development policy initiatives should focus on how to deal with that, Indian economist and a professor of economics at the London School of Economics, writes
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Future of Gig Economy—Need for skilling, bridging the gender divide: Nalini Gulati
The pandemic has been a mixed bag for gig economy in India—while the country has emerged as a frontrunner for flexi-staffing, upskilling and gender parity remain challenges
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How Jammu & Kashmir's largest hospital keeps Covid-19 toll down
Amid rising cases in the state, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Narayana Superspeciality Hospital saw only four Covid-19 related deaths in April
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How the post-pandemic world can be more equal for women, by Diya Dutta
Covid-19 has shown that women are more likely to face the brunt of job losses than men, and find fewer opportunities when they want to resume. That apart, several have to deal with increased hours of unpaid work at home and even domestic abuse
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Philanthropy should be humble, but not modest: Rohini Nilekani
Apart from building a flexible and resilient framework for the future, philanthropists, civil society and the government must work in tandem so that every rupee is absorbed on the ground
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The second wave, as seen by a 22-year-old intern doctor on long hours of Covid-19 duty
Ambulances lining up with patients, 12-hour shifts, limited resources and deteriorating mental health are some of the many challenges Dr Alisha Akhani has been dealing with fresh out of her MBBS course
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Future of Luxury—Consumer experience will drive value: Sabyasachi Mukherjee
Brands will now need to find ways to weave stories that appeal to the weary consumer who has been stuck at home for months. And buyers will feel empowered to express themselves with products that make them happiest
