Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal apologised for imposing a Rs 2 fee for enabling a vegetarian mode, calling it "stupid." He assured the charge would be removed and corrective measures would be taken to prevent such mistakes. This response followed criticism from Rohit Ranjan, who highlighted the issue on LinkedIn, calling the charge unfair.
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Infosys has terminated 240 more entry-level employees. These employees did not pass internal assessment tests. This follows similar layoffs in February. The company offers upskilling programs and outplacement services. Affected trainees will receive severance benefits. Many trainees waited over two years to be onboarded. The macroeconomic slowdown caused project spending reduction. Results for the next batch are expected next week.
Wankhede Stadium celebrated its 50th anniversary with an event hosted by the Mumbai Cricket Association, featuring Rohit Sharma's playful antics and heartfelt speeches. Cricket legends like Sunil Gavaskar and Sachin Tendulkar were honored. Rohit promised to bring the 2025 Champions Trophy to Wankhede, and Ravi Shastri reminisced about his six-sixes feat from 1985.
India and New Zealand have secured their spots in the Champions Trophy semifinals from Group A, while South Africa and Australia advanced from Group B. The final group match between India and New Zealand will determine the semifinal match-ups. A win for India means they face Australia, while New Zealand will play South Africa.
Ropar police have arrested 32-year-old Ram Saroop for allegedly killing 11 men over 18 months, often after offering them lifts or engaging in sexual acts. Saroop admitted to the crimes, with five cases confirmed so far. Some victims were strangled while others suffered head injuries. Investigations are ongoing to trace additional cases.
Mohammed Shami's performance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy quarterfinals will be closely monitored as he seeks return to match-fitness and reclaim his place in the Indian team. With concerns about Jasprit Bumrah's availability, head coach Gautam Gambhir hopes Shami achieves full fitness for the upcoming Champions Trophy, beginning February 19.
Lakshmibai College's principal, Pratyush Vatsala, applied cow dung to classroom walls in Block C to combat the heat, aiming for an eco-friendly solution amidst infrastructure issues. This unconventional method, intended as an internal update, sparked debate on social media, highlighting the need for better facilities like fans and coolers in older buildings.
A Surat court sentenced a 35-year-old man to life imprisonment for raping his stepdaughter. The 12-year-old girl endured abuse for four years. She bravely collected evidence using a mobile phone. Her friend's husband helped her capture images of the crime. The court delivered a swift verdict in five months. The victim will receive Rs 6 lakh in compensation.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor expressed concern over the worsening treatment of minorities in Pakistan, highlighting disturbing incidents involving the Sikh, Ahmadiyya, and Christian communities. He emphasized the lack of dialogue between India and Pakistan, making it difficult to address these issues directly.
Punjab Police arrested Saidul Ameen, the main suspect in the Jalandhar grenade attack on BJP leader Manoranjan Kalia's residence. The arrest occurred in Delhi with support from central agencies and Delhi Police. Two local associates were previously arrested for providing logistical support. Investigations are ongoing to find handlers, financial supporters, and any foreign links to the attack.