Continue with human touch amid digital push, banks told

PUNE: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday said that banks should continue to have a human interface while serving the customers despite the massive continuing thrust on digitisation.“Digitisation should happen. It brings in greater inclusivity. But as this digitisation is happening we should ask ourselves whether we are getting distant from our customer base,”…

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Only 14% can be themselves at work: Why US employees are hiding their real selves to fit into the corporate culture

A survey by MyPerfectResume finds that only 14% of US employees feel fully authentic at work, with most adjusting behaviour to fit corporate expectations. Data collected via Pollfish highlights how conformity aids career growth but fuels self-doubt, emotional fatigue, and a growing divide between personal identity and professional life. What if the colleague with whom…

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The hidden ecosystem in your laundry: Why your washing machine might be making your clothes smelly |

Your washing machine, surprisingly, is a breeding ground for odour-causing microbes. Modern cold washes allow bacteria and oils to accumulate, forming resilient biofilms that cling to clothes. These biofilms metabolise residues, releasing unpleasant smells. It is a common modern frustration. You pull a fresh load of laundry out of the machine, expecting that crisp, sun-dried…

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UP Board Exam 2026: Application for answer sheet re-evaluation begins; check how to apply

The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) has started the online application process for scrutiny of High School and Intermediate answer books 2026. Students can apply through the official website upmsp.edu.in.The facility is available for candidates who want re-evaluation of their exam papers either because they have failed or think that their mark is less….

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The freshness fallacy: Why your kitchen candles are just ghosting the real problem |

Lingering cooking odors are a common problem, but air fresheners merely mask smells, creating a false sense of security and potentially hiding dangers. True odor elimination requires physically or chemically removing odor molecules, not just covering them up. Once you have served pasta loaded with garlic or even prepared seared salmon to perfection, there is…

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