Maharashtra Tourism Minister Aaditya Thackeray said the cabinet proposal allowing shops, malls and eateries in Mumbai to stay open 24x7 will boost the city’s nightlife.
A Supreme Court order has paved the way for reopening of dance bars, but the BJP-led state government is firm that such establishments cannot be allowed to operate.
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Of the total package, $649 million will be utilised for additional hardware, software, and support services, and the remaining for Major Defence Equipment (MDE).
None of Pakistan’s PMs has lasted 5 years. That the current PM has given Asim Munir 5 years shows that of all military dictatorships history has seen, Pakistan’s is most creative.
Japan has long practiced such a policy, but today it is reconsidering this policy. The reason is as follows: we no longer find people to work on such working hours. Certainly the demography of Japan is not that of India. But the taste for profit, the desire to imitate what is happening elsewhere – without analyzing the indirect effects of such policies, on the lives of citizens – should not lead to taking measures that are not adapted to the economic space and Indian culture. The wisdom would be to consolidate and improve what exists before embarking on adventurous policies which could have long-term effects on employment
While this initiative covers nightlife / leisure activities, there is a need to make cities safe and supportive for commercial activities like call centres, logistics, establishments linked to the international airport, which are open through the night. Adequate public transport and special safety measures for lady employees.
The option should be there for those who need it. It will add to the burdens of the police. People who party late should be responsible, not drive and drink, women should be especially cognisant of the safety aspect. Commerce is at an ebb during normal hours, one is not sure how much will spill over after dusk.
Japan has long practiced such a policy, but today it is reconsidering this policy. The reason is as follows: we no longer find people to work on such working hours. Certainly the demography of Japan is not that of India. But the taste for profit, the desire to imitate what is happening elsewhere – without analyzing the indirect effects of such policies, on the lives of citizens – should not lead to taking measures that are not adapted to the economic space and Indian culture. The wisdom would be to consolidate and improve what exists before embarking on adventurous policies which could have long-term effects on employment
While this initiative covers nightlife / leisure activities, there is a need to make cities safe and supportive for commercial activities like call centres, logistics, establishments linked to the international airport, which are open through the night. Adequate public transport and special safety measures for lady employees.
The option should be there for those who need it. It will add to the burdens of the police. People who party late should be responsible, not drive and drink, women should be especially cognisant of the safety aspect. Commerce is at an ebb during normal hours, one is not sure how much will spill over after dusk.