Multiple local organisations have called for a Bengaluru bandh on Tuesday expressing dissent over the Karnataka state government's decision to release Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu.
The return of employees to offices and a stable tax regime are expected to increase cigarette demand by 7-9% this fiscal year, according to a report by Crisil Ratings. Cigarette volumes rebounded by 18% in the last fiscal year after two years of decreased demand due to the pandemic. Going forward, volume growth is expected to reach the long-term average of 5%. Manufacturers profitability is expected to remain strong despite input cost pressures as they focus on premium cigarettes and increase prices in certain categories.
TikTok employee opens up and explains how the social media company is 'forcing' people to return to office. It is using an app to track attendance. Read this to know more.