What Students, Professionals Need to Do When AI Changes the Rules
A recently released AI Index 2025 by Stanford University presents evidence that many AI systems now perform better than average human scores in several professional tasks. These systems are already influencing how decisions are made and how work gets done. Students and professionals, therefore, need to understand what this developing situation demands and how to respond to stay effective and relevant.
Why India’s Middle Class Must Rethink the Dream of Office Jobs
A financial markets expert has issued a cautionary note to India’s middle class: the stable, salaried white-collar jobs – typically office-based roles or other professional positions that rely more on intellectual input than manual labour – that once defined upward mobility are gradually disappearing.
The Hidden Financial Perils of the Influencer Dream
In an era where social media stardom seems to promise instant wealth and fame, thousands of aspiring influencers are pouring their life savings into a vision that, for most, remains frustratingly out of reach. Behind the glossy facade of perfectly curated Instagram feeds and viral TikTok videos lies a sobering reality: the path to influencer success is often paved with serious financial troubles.
Should There Be No Male Tailors, Barbers, or Gym Trainers for Women?
The Uttar Pradesh (UP) State Women’s Commission has proposed a series of measures aimed at protecting women from harassment, including unwanted advances and inappropriate physical contact. These measures include prohibiting men from taking measurements of women in tailor shops, cutting their hair or training them in gyms. What impact would this proposal have on the residents if it were enacted? I went out to collect their reactions.