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Tutorials are a testament to the fact that formal education system exists, but does not deliver
Mahesh • 9 years agoNearly a quarter of the student population or 7-odd crore go to off-school tutorials. One thing is sure: Formal education in schools exists, but it does not deliver
Identity in alien land: What explains the unique Chhat spirit among migrant Biharis?
Fp Archives • 9 years agoWhat makes Biharis celebrate Chhat with such infectious enthusiasm in big cities? The answer to this question is linked closely to the issues of identity and migration.
NSSO survey says unemployment fell across major towns, cities
Fp Archives • 11 years agoThe unemployment rate fell during the five year period ending 2009-10 has fallen from 3.8 percent to 2.8 percent across cities and towns.
Poverty dips by 15 percent in 8 years: Key facts you need to know
Fp Staff • 12 years agoLatest data released by the National Sample Survey Organisation (NSSO) has shown poverty levels across the country has reduced by 15 percent between 2004-05 and 2011-12.
NSSO data: Why Indian Muslims rely on self-employment
Danish • 12 years agoFindings of the latest National Sample Survey Organisation (NSSO) only reaffirm the connection between poor levels of education and rate of unemployment among Muslim population, say experts who have studied the socio- economic patterns of the community.