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September 6, 2024

Tim Walz supports protesters against U.S. backing for Israel in Gaza, advocating for Palestinian rights amidst rising tensions and hostage crises.

Tim Walz, the vice presidential candidate, recently expressed support for those protesting U.S. backing of Israel’s war against Hamas. During an interview in Michigan, a key swing state with a significant Muslim American population, he acknowledged the rights of Palestinians while condemning the violence of the October 7 Hamas attack. Walz emphasized the importance of ...

September 6, 2024

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A Kolkata court denied bail for Sanjoy Roy, accused in a doctor’s rape and murder, amid rising public outrage.

A Kolkata court has denied bail for Sanjoy Roy, the main suspect in the rape and murder of a young female doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. Roy has been remanded to judicial custody for 14 days as the investigation continues. During the hearing, he reportedly cried while his lawyer claimed he was ...

September 6, 2024

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Salesforce plans to acquire Own Company for .9 billion, enhancing data security amid rising cyber threats as it seeks growth.

Salesforce plans to acquire Own Company for $1.9 billion, enhancing data security amid rising cyber threats as it seeks growth.

Salesforce has announced its acquisition of Own Company, a data protection and management solutions provider, for $1.9 billion in cash. This move aims to enhance Salesforce’s data security and privacy offerings, especially as customers prioritize safeguarding their data from loss and cyber threats. The company expects this deal to contribute positively to free cash flow ...

September 4, 2024

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Bihar’s Mining Battles: Government Rejects Armed Police Amid Rising Sand Mafia Violence

The Bihar government aims to generate approximately Rs 5,000 crore from upcoming auctions of mineral blocks in Rohtas, Gaya, and Jamui. Recently auctioned blocks include glauconite in Rohtas and rocks containing valuable minerals like chromite, nickel, and platinum group elements in Gaya. In October, three more mineral blocks are set to be auctioned. The Mines ...

September 3, 2024

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India’s Trai Battles Rising Spam: New Regulations on Robocalls Unveiled

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) is taking steps to strengthen spam regulations due to a spike in complaints against unsolicited telemarketers, reaching 750,000 in the first half of 2024. This initiative involves a review of the Telecom Commercial Communications Customer Preference Regulations, originally established in 2018. Trai data reveals that complaints against unregistered ...

September 3, 2024

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Rising Incomes Spark Household Savings Rebound in India’s Economic Landscape

RBI Deputy Governor Michael Patra addressed the CII Financing Summit, discussing trends in household savings and financial assets in India. He pointed out that net household savings as a percentage of GDP have decreased significantly, partly due to changes in spending behavior and a shift towards physical assets like housing. Despite this decline, household savings ...

September 2, 2024

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Chaos in Bangladesh: 230 Dead Amid Rising Cases Against Ex-PM Hasina

Sheikh Hasina, the former prime minister of Bangladesh, is facing five new murder charges linked to violence during recent quota reform protests that resulted in over 230 deaths. These cases, filed in Dhaka, add to the 84 existing charges against her, bringing the total to 89. Hasina resigned and fled to India on August 5 ...

September 2, 2024

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Sebi Chief Accused of Salary Duplicity Amidst Rising Controversy

The Congress party has raised serious allegations against Madhabi Puri Buch, the chairperson of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi). They claim she continued to draw a salary from her previous employer, ICICI Bank, while serving at Sebi. Congress leader Pawan Khera pointed out that Buch earned nearly Rs 16 crore from ICICI, ...

September 1, 2024

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Infant Attrition Surge: Indian Workforce Faces Rising Job Discontent and Shift

Infant attrition, the trend of employees leaving within six months of joining, is rising in India, with an annual increase of 4-5 percent. This phenomenon primarily affects younger workers aged 22-32 and is driven by factors like poor work-life balance, lack of flexibility, job dissatisfaction, and inadequate onboarding. It has significant financial implications for companies, ...

August 31, 2024

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IBM Exits China: Job Cuts Amid Rising US-China Tech Tensions

IBM is planning to scale back its operations in China, reportedly due to rising tensions between the US and China, as well as a decline in the Chinese economy. The company is cutting about 1,000 jobs in major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Dalian and is ending its research operations in China after 25 years. ...