Covid 19 Impact

COVID-19 second wave derailed recovery momentum of Indian auto industry, says ICRA report

The domestic two-wheeler volumes in 2021-22 are expected to grow 10-12 percent now as against 16-18 percent earlier while the passenger vehicle segment may see 17-20 percent growth now as against 22-25 percent expected earlier, the rating agency said

Amsterdam mulls new tourism measures to protect locals as COVID-19 keeps away boisterous travellers

Amsterdam has been trying to navigate a conundrum for years: how to embrace its status as a vibrant, international hub without making the city unlivable for its residents — and without letting go of its famous, free-spirited roots.

Race to replace Angela Merkel challenges Germans to make ideological, generational change

As Germany readies to elect its next Chancellor, the question that many analysts have is whether EU's most powerful economy will vote for change, or stick with Merkel's policies

At Magnetic Fields Nomads, some answers for music festivals grappling with challenges of COVID-19 era

While the past year has stripped audiences of the opportunities to enjoy live events, festivals such as Magnetic Fields are trying new approaches that might serve as blueprints for others.

COVID-19 impact: Indian households spent more on food, less on healthcare during first lockdown

However, the pandemic also saw a marginal reduction in food expenditures per capita in both rural and urban households between June 2019 to June 2020

Don't modify existing health insurance policies that leads to higher premium: IRDAI tells insurers

IRDAI has also directed the insurers to ensure that policy wordings are simple so that policyholders can understand them easily

COVID-19 impact: How sports arenas work to keep fans safe attending indoor sports

The reduced risk of contracting the coronavirus has to do with how much space surrounds each person, and how often fresh air from outside is refreshed into a venue

No Covid relief for Maharashtra's tribals as scheme meant to ease burden fails to lift-off

On 9 September, the state govt passed a resolution saying it would deposit Rs 2,000 into the bank accounts of tribal people and distribute ration worth Rs 2,000 under the Khawati yojana. Seven months later, the benefits are still awaited

COVID-19 pandemic is proving costly for cancer care, other treatable illnesses

Even if the wait has minimal effects on survival or long-term health, the psychological trauma of living in limbo is worth considering.

Women run fewer than 13% of India's MSMEs; inaccessibility of credit, govt schemes and now COVID are key hurdles

The biggest challenge faced by women entrepreneurs in India is gender bias in access to finance as studies show that their loan applications are more likely to be delayed or rejected as compared to men