India's semiconductor design GCCs faced a nearly 15% drop in job openings during FY25 due to geopolitical uncertainties and supply chain issues. While overall hiring slowed, demand for specialized skills like VLSI and embedded systems remained stable, particularly in mid-sized GCCs. Despite short-term fluctuations, a positive long-term outlook is anticipated due to increased global focus and government initiatives.
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The southwest monsoon made an early arrival in Kerala on May 24, eight days ahead of schedule, marking the earliest onset since 2009. This swift advancement, driven by favourable atmospheric conditions, has already extended to Lakshadweep and parts of neighbouring states. Red and orange alerts have been issued for several districts in Kerala due to heavy rainfall.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated his new residence in Sivapuram village, Kuppam, with a house warming ceremony. Naidu, along with his family, performed traditional rituals led by Hindu priests. TDP leaders and locals celebrated the event, marking Naidu's first official residence in Kuppam after representing the constituency since 1989.
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Retired Judge Peter Cahill, who presided over Derek Chauvin's trial, criticized the Minneapolis City Council for their handling of the situation, particularly the timing of George Floyd's family's settlement. He defended broadcasting the trial live to ensure a public proceeding amidst COVID-19 restrictions.
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Following the arrest of a drug peddler with five kg of heroin, Jalandhar police uncovered an additional eight kg of heroin and apprehended another individual. Interrogation of Shivam Sodhi led to the recovery of more heroin and the arrest of Barinder Singh, from whom police seized one kg of heroin, illegal weapons, and ammunition.
A VoIP calling scam, impersonating TRAI officials to threaten citizens with SIM card blocking, was busted in Ahmedabad. Two members, Lovekesh Kumar and Anubhav Gupta, were arrested for routing international calls through servers, using the city's prefix to appear local. The operation, linked to international criminal gangs, aimed to expand across India.
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