New Delhi: Rural artisans may soon be able to sell their products through e-commerce platforms as part of a facilitation plan envisaged by the government that includes setting up of producer companies in select clusters. The rural development ministry has drawn up a list of 200 products that will be sold on e-commerce platforms, including the Government e-Marketplace (GeM), … Read more
How often do the fundamentals of work really change? A million years ago our distant cousins were hard at work near Lake Turkana in northern Kenya. They used simple tools, such as sharpened stones and hand-axes, for cutting. They controlled the use of fire for cooking and moved as nature dictated, adjusting to proliferation of … Read more
Computer monitors are displayed at a store in Havana April 1, 2008. Cubans crowded shops on Tuesday to buy DVD players and electric bikes that went on sale for the first time as new President Raul Castro moved to lift many restrictions in the one-party socialist state. Shops were authorized to sell electric appliances that … Read more
Nearly every startup prides itself on its proprietary software products. And that’s no surprise: Digital systems are crucial to operations and hold most of the value of everything founders and their teams work to build. Therefore, getting the development process correct from the get-go can have life-or-death consequences for your startup. After all, young companies … Read more
Desperate for storage ideas for small bedrooms? The biggest issue we find with small bedrooms is, by far, their lack of storage and, in particular, clothes’ storage. But with a little bit of creativity, even the smallest of bedrooms can become a cosy, clutter-free haven. Our comprehensive guide to small bedroom storage ideas covers everything … Read more
Blisters are a scourge unto our feet in the most literal sense. They are an actualized punishment left behind by our shoes: a reminder that we irresponsibly forsook our own toes and heels. Blisters are so common that most of us have just accepted that they’re now part of the universal human experience. If you … Read more
KOLKATA | NEW DELHI: This summer has been the best in three years for the cooling appliances and beverages sectors, with heatwave across the nation, a delayed monsoon and stable prices driving demand for air-conditioners, refrigerators, cola and cold beverages. Sales of air-conditioners and refrigerators increased 15-18% on year during March to May, as per industry estimates. Cola makers’ … Read more
The glorious quote ‘fashions fade, but style is eternal’ by Yves Saint Laurent applies not only to the fashion domain, but even to the home décor universe undoubtedly. Trends come and go in the blink of an eye, but there are certain statement pieces of furniture that can stand the test of time and give … Read more
Fortinet reminded IT teams and stakeholders to maintain strong passwords and have a password strategy as an essential cybersecurity effort so that every employee and individual plays a crucial part in protecting corporate data. Therefore, password security is of paramount importance. According to the Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report, 81% of breaches leveraged either stolen … Read more
Kim Kardashians bathroom sinks might have cost her Rs 18 lakh Reality TV mogul, Kim Kardashian recently opened her home for her viewers during a video interview. Her special furniture choices in the bathroom led to a frenzy on social media. Architects and interior designers are guessing that the price of her bathroom basins might … Read more