Genpact's new policy mandating a 10-hour workday, effective mid-June, has sparked employee unrest, particularly in Hyderabad. The policy, communicated informally, lacks a base salary increase but offers incentives for meeting the hour requirement and bonuses for exceeding it. Concerns are rising about work-life balance, productivity, and potential burnout due to the extended hours.
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An Air India Ahmedabad-London flight crashed shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad. The aircraft went down in the Meghani area, sending a dark plume of smoke visible for kilometers. Emergency services have rushed to the scene. As of now, there's no official confirmation on casualties or the cause of the crash.
Travis Kelce shared a glimpse into his relationship with Taylor Swift, revealing they have a shared movie list, including 'Pretty Woman.' This detail highlights their low-key moments amidst fame. Kelce's past movie experiences, like watching 'American Pie,' also connect to Swift's song lyrics, showcasing their grounded connection.
Divya Deshmukh, an 18-year-old Indian chess prodigy, has gained global recognition after defeating World No. 1 Hou Yifan at the World Blitz Team Chess Championship in London. Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded her victory, highlighting her determination and inspiration to aspiring chess players. Divya's success, along with her other achievements, underscores India's growing prominence in international chess.
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar addressed Rahul Gandhi's voter fraud claims indirectly, highlighting the transparent electoral roll revision process shared with political parties since 1960. Speaking at an international conference, Kumar emphasized the rigorous annual exercise ensures electoral integrity.
Mitchell Johnson has criticised Josh Hazlewood's choice to play in the IPL instead of preparing for the World Test Championship. Hazlewood's performance in the final was underwhelming. Johnson also raised concerns about the future of Australia's bowling attack. He suggested giving opportunities to younger players in the upcoming West Indies series.
Ghaziabad police have registered a murder case after a woman's body was discovered in a suitcase along Canal Road. The autopsy revealed the cause of death to be strangulation and suffocation. Authorities believe the woman, approximately 25 years old, was murdered on Monday night, and four teams have been formed to investigate, focusing on CCTV footage and identifying the victim.
Rohit Sharma shared the details of his romantic proposal to Ritika Sajdeh, recounting how he surprised her at his childhood cricket ground under the guise of getting ice cream. He revealed that he proposed on the pitch, a moment captured by a friend.
CSR, since its 2014 inception, has expanded significantly, with businesses actively investing in social impact. ESG is gaining traction, emphasizing environment, social factors, and governance. The Times of India will host a Social Impact Summit on July 11-12, 2025, in Mumbai, presented by Malabar Gold & Diamonds, with Ernst & Young as knowledge partner.
India has been actively evacuating its citizens from Iran amidst escalating tensions, with over 827 nationals already returned and plans underway to bring back hundreds more. Around 800 Indians have approached the embassy in Tehran for evacuation, with the total number of evacuees expected to exceed 1,100 soon.