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The Print
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Print
Haryana CMO rejig shows chief principal secy Rajesh Khullar still power centre amid buzz of shift to Centre
On Monday, the Haryana government announced a revised work distribution among officers in the CMO, reflecting a significant reshuffle. Khullar, a retired IAS officer and a key power centre in Haryana's bureaucracy, has been assigned 16 departments—the maximum—underscoring his continued influence in the Saini administration. Gurugram: Amid speculation that Rajesh Khullar, the chief principal secretary to the Haryana chief minister, may be headed for a significant assignment at the Centre, the state government on Monday assigned responsibilities among officers in the Chief Minister's Office (CMO). The portfolios assigned to Khullar are Home, Finance, Energy, Industries and Commerce, Town and Country Planning, Excise and Taxation, Health, Ayush, Energy, Administration of Justice, Law and Legislative Work Supervision, CMO Affairs, Public Relations, General Administration, Personnel, Revenue, and Disaster Management. Despite his standing in the CMO, he seems to have shed some of the load. Khular had been managing 21 departments ever since CM Nayab Singh Saini returned to power following the October 2024 Assembly elections; and 17 departments in February 2024 under Saini's predecessor Manohar Lal Khattar. Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Arun Gupta has been tasked with overseeing 11 departments, which include Civil Aviation, Co-operation, Citizens' Resources Information Department, Environment, Forests &Wildlife, Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Jails, Mines and Geology Social Justice, Transport and Public Works etc. Gupta will also look after tasks such as implementing the chief minister's announcements. Additional Principal Secretary Saket Kumar will manage nine departments, including Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Elections, Fisheries, Foreign Cooperation, Housing for All, Sainik and Ardh Sainik Welfare, Women and Child Development, and managing the Kurukshetra Development Board. Deputy Principal Secretary Yash Pal will handle eight departments including Architecture, Archives, Heritage and Tourism, Printing and Stationery, Public Health, School Education and Sports. Special Secretary Raj Nehru has been assigned three departments: Department of Future, Higher Education and Youth. Officer on Special Duty (OSD) Vivek Kalia will oversee two areas, specifically CM Window and Jan Samvad. OSD Rakesh Sandhu will also handle CM Window and Grievances. OSD Sudhanshu Gautam will manage six responsibilities—CM Relief Fund, HRDF and Other Sanctions, HRMS and Online Transfer Policy, Wakf Board, Allotment of Government Houses (except Type-V, Panchkula), and CM Announcements. Khullar's extensive portfolio and his enduring presence in the CMO reflect his deep-rooted influence in Haryana's governance. A 1988-batch IAS officer from the Haryana cadre, Khullar has been a trusted aide to both Khattar, now a Union Minister, and Saini. Khullar graduated with a Master's degree in Physics from Panjab University in 1984, earning a gold medal, and later pursued a Master's in Public Administration from the National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies in Tokyo. He also holds an Executive Development Programme diploma from Harvard Kennedy School. Initially, he joined the Indian Police Service (IPS) in 1987, then transitioned to the IAS in 1988, where he served in various capacities, including joint secretary in the Department of Economic Affairs (Ministry of Finance), home secretary (Haryana), municipal commissioner (Gurugram and Faridabad), and district magistrate (Sonipat and Rohtak). Khullar's career highlights include his tenure as executive director at the World Bank from 2020 to 2023, where he represented India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka. Repatriated to Haryana in February 2023, he retired on 31 August, 2023, and was appointed as chief principal secretary to Khattar the very next day. In Haryana, Khullar is credited with initiatives like promoting digital governance, water conservation among farmers, and schemes to curb female foeticide. He received an Award of Excellence under the Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JNNURM) in 2009 for creating India's first social safety umbrella, which included savings accounts, insurance, public conveniences, and night shelters. His colleagues describe Khullar as efficient, with a knack for navigating complex files swiftly, and point to his fondness for Sufi music and Kabir bhajans. The recent work distribution in the CMO comes as Saini continues to establish his administration following the BJP's historic third consecutive win in the October 2024 Assembly polls. (Edited by Viny Mishra) Also Read: Days after UPSC refused elevation to IAS, 2 'charge-sheeted' HCS officers get plum posts in Haryana
News18
25-05-2025
- News18
Jet, Set, Glow: The Best Travel-Friendly Makeup for Your May Getaway
Last Updated: With smart multi-use picks and expert-approved formulas, you're ready to glow from gate to getaway. Whether you're off to the hills for a weekend breather or chasing sunsets by the sea, your May getaway calls for beauty that's as light, breezy, and effortless as your travel wardrobe. This season, it's all about fresh, minimal makeup that lets your skin breathe and your natural glow shine through. From airport runs to golden-hour selfies, we've rounded up the ultimate makeup must-haves for your travel kit to keep your look flawless from takeoff to touchdown. 1. Start with a Glow-Boosting Base Monica Khullar, HOD Training, Max Factor, says, 'When you're hopping from airport lounges to sun-drenched patios, skip the heavy foundation. Opt for a tinted moisturizer or BB cream with built-in SPF." These multitaskers hydrate, even out skin tone, and offer sun protection—all in one lightweight layer. Perfect for humid climates and long travel days, they offer coverage without the cake. Priya Sachan, Beauty Expert, Fashion Colour also recommends kicking things off with a hydrating face mist. 'A refreshing mist instantly revives tired skin during or after travel. The Fashion Colour Green Tea Face Mist is soothing, lightweight, and fits easily into your tote. It's like a mini spa break on the go," she says. 2. Control Shine Without Weighing Down Traveling through warmer climates? Ditch the full-coverage foundation. Instead, Sachan suggests a compact powder that offers a light matte finish without clogging pores. 'The Fashion Colour Oil Control Compact Powder is great for quick touch-ups. It keeps your skin looking natural, not cakey—perfect for humid or tropical destinations." 3. Multipurpose Products Are Your Best Friends Sachan adds, 'Stick to products that multitask—lip and cheek tints, brow definers that double as eyeliners, or travel-sized palettes. The less you carry, the lighter you feel—literally and mentally." 4. Highlight the High Points For that effortless 'vacay glow,' both experts agree—highlighter is non-negotiable. Khullar recommends a travel-sized cream highlighter to give your skin that dewy radiance on the go, 'Sunlight catches different angles when you travel, and a bit of glow brings your look to life." Sachan agrees, 'The Fashion Colour Highlighter has a soft shimmer that's buildable and subtle. Just a dab on your cheekbones, brow bones, or cupid's bow can make your travel selfies pop." 5. Mini Mascara, Major Impact Minimal makeup still calls for statement lashes. 'Even a bare face feels complete with a swipe of mascara," notes Khullar. 'Opt for a travel-size version that defines and lifts without smudging—ideal for humid air or spontaneous dips in the pool." 6. Lock It In, Dew It Right No one wants their makeup melting midway through a beach day or hike. 'A good setting spray is essential," says Sachan. 'The Fashion Colour Liquid Glow Setting Spray keeps your look intact and adds a fresh, dewy finish—like a vacation glow in a bottle." Quick Travel Beauty Tips Both experts agree on these on-the-go essentials: Keep all your products in a compact, organized pouch. Always carry micellar water or cleansing wipes to refresh on the move. Stay hydrated—inside and out. Glowing skin starts with water. Travel Light, Glow Bright Whether you're chasing sunshine, mountains, or city lights, your makeup kit should be as effortless as your holiday plans. As Khullar puts it, 'Glowing skin, bright eyes, and a swipe of lip tint are all you need to carry that vacation glow wherever you land." With smart multi-use picks and expert-approved formulas, you're ready to glow from gate to getaway. First Published: May 25, 2025, 08:30 IST News lifestyle Jet, Set, Glow: The Best Travel-Friendly Makeup for Your May Getaway
American Military News
11-05-2025
- Business
- American Military News
Work-from-home more prevalent in Bay Area than rest of US and world, surveys show
Bay Area white-collar workers are spending about three days a week in the office, and survey results show most companies do not plan to mandate more days in the workplace, new data show. Nearly two-thirds of office-based employees attended workplaces on three consecutive days: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, according to a survey by the Bay Area Council of 236 companies with mostly white-collar workforces. When the council first began surveying companies about remote work, in October 2021, the average number of days in office was 2.3. About 40% of companies responding to the February survey said they had mandated increased in-office days over the previous six months, but only 22% said they planned to boost the number over the following six months. However, larger firms, with 1,000 or more employees, were considerably more likely to say they would add mandatory office days over the next half year, said Abby Raisz, research director at the Economic Institute of the Bay Area Council, which represents businesses including major Silicon Valley tech companies Google, Meta and Apple. Among companies making efforts to bring workers back to offices, some ask and some tell, with differing results, Raisz said. 'Overwhelmingly we found that those that require employees to come in feel like their policy is very effective,' Raisz said. 'When they request, it's less effective.' The data comes as local and state government return-to-work mandates spark pushback. In Oakland, unionized city workers had been ordered to work four days in offices starting in early April, but the mandate was delayed until June 2, while San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie delayed a similar four-day order from April 28 to Aug. 18, according to local media reports. Gov. Gavin Newsom's order mandating four days in the office for state workers has riled employees and a state workplace regulator. The COVID-19 pandemic upended working life and companies' employment models after the outbreak pushed office-based workers to their homes, leading many to develop a strong appreciation for commute-free employment. However, as the pandemic waned, many companies backed away from remote work, with Mountain View, California-based digital-advertising giant Google in 2022 ordering most employees back to the office three days a week and others taking similar action. Bobby Khullar works for an engineering, design and construction company in Walnut Creek, California, that requires in-office work three or four days a week. 'It's decent, but if I had my druthers it would definitely be working from home,' said Khullar, 50. His meetings are typically via video with clients, and there's no real need to be in an office, he said. 'If the cameras are on, you just have to get the top half of yourself ready to go and you're fine,' Khullar said. A recent global survey of thousands of workers in 40 countries found that America trails only Canada in the number of people working from home. The average number of days worked remotely in the U.S. was 1.8 in the period between November and February, slightly lower than Canada's two days, according to the Global Survey of Working Arrangements, co-conducted by Stanford University economics professor Nick Bloom. Those numbers reflect the 'hybrid' model that has become widespread in English-speaking countries after the pandemic. 'Hybrid working from home is just so profitable for firms,' said Bloom, who collaborated on the survey with other researchers from the U.S., Europe and Mexico. 'It reduces recruitment and retention costs without any productivity impact.' Mixing remote with office work is 'here to stay,' Bloom concluded. Raisz said remote work has gained and maintained traction in the Bay Area because major industries like technology involve large numbers of jobs that can be done from home. Also, many companies recognize that many employees live far from the office, with time-consuming and costly commutes, and offer flexible schedules, Raisz said. That gives workers more power to leave jobs that force them into the office more than they would like, she said. Sharon He of San Francisco, who works for a New York-based insurance firm, helped get her auditing team exempted from a companywide order to work at least four days a week in an office. 'We couldn't hire anybody with that policy,' said He, 31. 'We need to be competitive.' In Silicon Valley, 'hybrid seems to have won out,' Bloom said by email this week. 'The large majority of tech and finance firms out here are hybrid, typically having folks come into the office 2 or 3 days a week,' Bloom said. 'Managers and employees are happy with this, and it seems to be sufficient days to get work done and push through on productivity. Fully remote has become pretty rare, with a few folks lingering on from the pandemic and some elite coders.' Meanwhile, furor is growing over a March executive order by Newsom mandating four office days a week for state workers. Newsom in his order — to take effect July 1 — cited 'enhanced collaboration, cohesion, creativity and communication' and better opportunities for mentorship, supervision and accountability when employees work together from the office. But on April 17, the state Public Employment Relations Board that oversees union-related laws covering state employees issued a preliminary finding alleging Newsom's office broke state law by failing to meet and confer with an engineers union — which filed a complaint about the order — before he issued it. The matter is to go before an administrative law judge. And foes of the order, as of Thursday, had crowd-funded more than $16,000 to erect a billboard in Sacramento showing a laughing Newsom with the words, 'Think traffic is bad now? Wait until July 1st.' Newsom's office referred questions to the state's human resources department, which declined to comment. The number of people doing their jobs from home varies widely around the world, the Global Survey of Working Arrangements found. In Latin American countries where workers were surveyed, the rate of working from home was much lower than in the U.S., with an average of one day in Mexico and 1.4 days in Brazil. Asian countries had the lowest rates, with China, Japan and South Korean workers spending on average less than one day a week remote. In India, the working-from-home average came in at 1.6 days a week. In a January presentation to the American Economics Association, Bloom broke down working-from-home by industry, saying finance and insurance workers did the most remote work, at about 2.4 days a week, with information workers — including some tech employees — following close behind at about 2.3 days. In retail, hospitality and food services, which require many on-site workers, the average was less than one day a week. Bloom highlighted the commuting issue that has driven much of the conflict between employees and employers, telling the economists' group that workers save 70 minutes on average every day they do their jobs from home. Another 10 minutes a day of time savings comes from being able to work without showering, donning fresh clothing, shaving or putting on makeup, Bloom said. Bloom also noted that remote work has hollowed out the downtowns of many U.S. cities. In the San Jose area, only about 51% of seats in offices were occupied as of April 16, and in the San Francisco area, only about 43% of space was occupied, Kastle Systems, which generates office-occupancy numbers using data from people using badges to enter their workplaces, reported this week. 'Folks selling office space are not happy,' Bloom noted. ___ © #YR@ MediaNews Group, Inc. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
Yahoo
02-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Here's what the experts say about sleeping with your mouth taped
The wellness industry's latest darling — mouth taping during sleep — has been increasingly infiltrating social media algorithms. One Canadian mouth care company says its mouth tape has been flying off the digital and literal shelves. But where did the trend come from? And, perhaps more importantly, is it good for you? Mouth taping's most recent rise to fame can potentially be traced back to 2020, when science journalist James Nestor released his successful book Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art. Nestor wrote that the practice has been around for decades, but has become more prevalent because of social online range from mouth tape creating a sharper jawline to it helping with snoring, sleep and bad breath. Dr. Atul Khullar, medical director of the Northern Alberta Sleep Clinic in Edmonton, said taping your mouth encourages you to push more air through your nose. That's why it can help with snoring, but it's possible there's a bigger underlying problem. "It's usually indicative, if you're having to do that, that there may be some obstruction, somewhere along the line," Khullar said in an interview. "Whether it be in the nose, in the back of the mouth, the tongue, it's usually a real good indicator that you may have a little bit of sleep apnea." Khullar said if mouth taping is really helping you, you should get your airway assessed. As for the oral health benefits, Dr. John Tran — vice-president of the Alberta Dental Association — said mouth taping is not necessarily a solution for people bothered by their mouth breathing. Mouth breathing, in and of itself, has some downsides, Tran said. "There is the issue of dry mouth, irritated tissues. You can have dry lips," he said. "And bad breath is a thing when your oral tissues are not being completely bathed all the time and self-cleaned with the good effects, beneficial effects of your saliva." He said as the mouth environment dries out, the pH drops, which makes your mouth more susceptible to bacterial overgrowth. "Mouth breathing isn't good per se, but that's not to say mouth taping is the answer," Tran said, agreeing with Khullar that it would be wise to get your airway checked out by a medical professional if mouth taping is helping. Tran and Khullar say there isn't enough research on mouth taping to fully assess the benefits. A recent article in the American Journal of Otolaryngology also notes that literature about the practice is limited. Despite this, some people swear by it. Rhaelyn Gillespie is one of the founders of Mintier, a Toronto company that released its mint-green mouth tape in August 2024. Gillespie and her business partner launched the company 3½ years ago and it was already in the space of mouth care and oral wellness. "And from that we've done so much research over the years of all the benefits that could be linked to your mouth … So we do consult a handful of people that we just have [had as] trusted advisers over the years," she said. "Ultimately, it's our customers and their results that keep driving us."
CBC
02-03-2025
- Health
- CBC
Here's what the experts say about sleeping with your mouth taped
Social Sharing The wellness industry's latest darling — mouth taping during sleep — has been increasingly infiltrating social media algorithms. One Canadian mouth care company says its mouth tape has been flying off the digital and literal shelves. But where did the trend come from? And, perhaps more importantly, is it good for you? Mouth taping's most recent rise to fame can potentially be traced back to 2020, when science journalist James Nestor released his successful book Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art. Nestor wrote that the practice has been around for decades, but has become more prevalent because of social media. Claims online range from mouth tape creating a sharper jawline to it helping with snoring, sleep and bad breath. Dr. Atul Khullar, medical director of the Northern Alberta Sleep Clinic in Edmonton, said taping your mouth encourages you to push more air through your nose. That's why it can help with snoring, but it's possible there's a bigger underlying problem. "It's usually indicative, if you're having to do that, that there may be some obstruction, somewhere along the line," Khullar said in an interview. "Whether it be in the nose, in the back of the mouth, the tongue, it's usually a real good indicator that you may have a little bit of sleep apnea." Khullar said if mouth taping is really helping you, you should get your airway assessed. As for the oral health benefits, Dr. John Tran — vice-president of the Alberta Dental Association — said mouth taping is not necessarily a solution for people bothered by their mouth breathing. Mouth breathing, in and of itself, has some downsides, Tran said. "There is the issue of dry mouth, irritated tissues. You can have dry lips," he said. "And bad breath is a thing when your oral tissues are not being completely bathed all the time and self-cleaned with the good effects, beneficial effects of your saliva." He said as the mouth environment dries out, the pH drops, which makes your mouth more susceptible to bacterial overgrowth. "Mouth breathing isn't good per se, but that's not to say mouth taping is the answer," Tran said, agreeing with Khullar that it would be wise to get your airway checked out by a medical professional if mouth taping is helping. Tran and Khullar say there isn't enough research on mouth taping to fully assess the benefits. A recent article in the American Journal of Otolaryngology also notes that literature about the practice is limited. Despite this, some people swear by it. Rhaelyn Gillespie is one of the founders of Mintier, a Toronto company that released its mint-green mouth tape in August 2024. Gillespie and her business partner launched the company 3½ years ago and it was already in the space of mouth care and oral wellness. "And from that we've done so much research over the years of all the benefits that could be linked to your mouth … So we do consult a handful of people that we just have [had as] trusted advisers over the years," she said.
