Amazon is now requiring employees to meticulously report the percentage of work-related usage on their company phones. This is to adjust their $50 monthly reimbursements proportionally, based on personal use. This phone monitoring is part of broader cost-cutting measures under CEO Andy Jassy's "hardcore culture reset," leading to employee frustration and anxiety about job security.
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A national survey by the NSS reveals that rural students in India spend significantly less on school education due to higher reliance on government schools, where fees are minimal or waived. The average annual expenditure in government schools is Rs 2,863, compared to Rs 25,002 in non-government institutions. Urban households spend more on course fees and coaching. The report also highlights regional cost disparities and limited financial support through scholarships, with 95% of students... Expand
President Trump convened tech leaders, including Cook, Zuckerberg, and Pichai, to discuss AI's future. Melania Trump emphasized preparing children for an AI-driven world, advocating for its careful guidance. Tech CEOs lauded the administration's AI Action Plan and investments, with Google and Microsoft pledging significant financial contributions to the U.S. economy.
The White House clarified that President Trump is not increasing student visas for Chinese nationals, despite recent speculation. The 600,000 figure cited refers to a two-year cumulative count, representing a continuation of existing policy. This clarification addresses criticism from those who viewed the number as a policy shift amid ongoing US-China trade negotiations.
Amidst ongoing conflict, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed openness to a trilateral peace initiative with US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, proposing Moscow as the venue. However, Ukraine swiftly rejected this, deeming it a cynical ploy.
Following a deadly landslide near the Vaishno Devi shrine that claimed 34 lives, former CM Omar Abdullah questioned why the pilgrimage wasn't halted despite weather warnings. Record rainfall caused widespread flooding and infrastructure damage across Jammu and Kashmir, prompting evacuations and disrupted communication. LG Manoj Sinha reviewed relief efforts, announcing compensation for victims and ordering essential services restoration.
India's Union Cabinet, under Prime Minister Modi, has approved a bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad. This decision includes signing a Host Collaboration Agreement and providing financial support to Gujarat. The Games, featuring 72 nations, aim to boost tourism, create jobs, and inspire young athletes, utilising facilities like the Narendra Modi Stadium.
Google has significantly reduced its managerial staff, eliminating approximately 35% of managers, as revealed in a recent all-hands meeting. This move aims to streamline operations, reduce bureaucracy, and enhance decision-making amid economic pressures. The company also addressed employee concerns about job security and morale following layoffs and voluntary buyouts.
The Yamuna River in Delhi has breached the danger mark due to continuous heavy rainfall, leading to waterlogging and flooding in areas like Mayur Vihar. Authorities have closed the Old Iron Bridge and are conducting rescue operations in Burari, evacuating stranded farmers. Shopkeepers in Civil Lines are taking precautions due to rising water levels.
Severe flooding in Pakistan's Punjab province, exacerbated by global warming, has impacted two million people, marking the region's biggest flood in history. Heavy monsoon rains have caused three rivers to reach unprecedented water levels, leading to widespread evacuations and significant damage.