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Amazon CEO's leaked memo to senior leadership

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 09:14
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy attributes the company's streamlined decision-making process to his continued leadership. As Amazon plans to cut thousands of middle management positions by March 2025, the restructuring could save the company between $2.1 billion and $3.6 billion annually. Jassy emphasizes the company's efforts to combat excessive bureaucracy.
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Microsoft layoffs go ‘harder’: Termination ‘effective immediately’ with no…

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 09:09
Microsoft has initiated immediate job cuts due to performance issues, with impacted employees losing access to systems, buildings, and benefits on their last day. Terminated workers will not receive severance packages and future job applications to Microsoft will consider past performance. The cuts are part of broader layoffs in various divisions, but headcount impact is expected to be minimal.
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Rahul Easwar proposes commission for men in Kerala

Hindu - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 08:55
On the lines of women’s commission and youth commission as a platform for men who face ‘fabricated harassment cases’
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SC refuses to entertain PIL against special treatment for VIPs in temples

Hindu - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 08:49
A Bench comprising Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar said it was for the society and temple management to decide the issue and the court cannot pass any direction.
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EC gives ‘patient hearing’ to Kejriwal, as former CM furnishes reply

Hindu - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 08:41
Sources from the EC said that they accepted the meetings as a “special case” as campaigning in Delhi is at its peak
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Mark Zuckerberg to employees: We try to be really open, then….

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 08:29
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg urged employees to prepare for an intense year, highlighting AI advancements and upcoming layoffs. He emphasized ambition for AI with a potential billion users and defended policy changes, including DEI rollbacks and return-to-office plans. Revealing Meta's progress, he affirmed strong growth for smart glasses and AI users while building a partnership with the US government.
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Anupam Mittal 'reminds' Altman of his "completely hopeless" comments for India

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 08:08
Sam Altman faced criticism for his comment that competing with ChatGPT with an AI model under $10 million is 'totally hopeless.' Anupam Mittal, Shark Tank judge, criticized Altman, emphasizing Indian innovation. Mittal asserts that India will develop multiple foundational models soon and highlights the perceived arrogance in Altman's stance.
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Kerala child rights panel registers suo motu case on 14-year-old’s alleged ragging-linked death

Hindu - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 08:05
In her petition, the boy’s mother said she had written to the school principal about the alleged brutal ragging of her son, along with the evidence the family had gathered
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1991: When Indian economy opened to the world

Hindu - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 08:05
The Budget that shaped India series looks at Budgets which proved pivotal to the Indian economy.The reforms announced in 1991 became acronymic as LPG: Liberalisation, Privatisation and Globalisation. In his maiden budget presentation in 1991, finance minister Manmohan Singh found himself tried to find a solution to fiscal imbalances, inflation and weakening international confidence.
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Finance Minister Sitharaman tables Economic Survey 2024-25 in Lok Sabha

Hindu - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 08:04
The Economic Survey is an annual document presented by the government ahead of the Union Budget to review the state of the economy.
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'Isko bolte hain izzat': Virat Kohli's Ranji mania reaches Pakistan

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 08:02
Virat Kohli received overwhelming support as he returned to the Ranji Trophy after 12 years, playing for Delhi. Fans thronged the Arun Jaitley Stadium, chanting his name incessantly. Former Pakistan player Basit Ali praised Kohli's fan following, saying that he is blessed.
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'Could hardly speak, poor thing': Sonia Gandhi on President Murmu's speech

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 08:01
Sonia Gandhi expressed concern over President Droupadi Murmu's apparent fatigue during her Budget session address. President Murmu highlighted India's economic progress, paid tribute to former PM Manmohan Singh, and discussed various government initiatives, including housing, healthcare, and financial empowerment for women.
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From ticket collector to Kohli's nemesis: Sangwan is McGrath's student

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 07:50
Virat Kohli's return to the Ranji Trophy ended quickly as Railways pacer Himanshu Sangwan bowled him out, causing disappointment among fans. Sangwan, who often trains at the MRF Pace Academy under Glenn McGrath, celebrated another notable dismissal. The match at Arun Jaitley Stadium saw Kohli's innings cut short, impressing with a boundary before an error ended his play.
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Don't get friendly with Indians on field: Ex-cricketer to Pakistan players

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 07:48
Former Pakistan captain Moin Khan has advised Pakistani cricket players to avoid being too friendly with their Indian counterparts on the field. He warns that such behavior might be perceived as a weakness and could affect their performance, especially during the upcoming Champions Trophy in Dubai.
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Veterinary college in Kerala’s Wayanad gets hoax bomb threat

Hindu - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 07:47
Police conduct search after V-C of Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University informs an email was received on his and Registrar's official ids claiming that IEDs were placed at the college and U.S. Consulate in Chennai
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'CEC chose to hound me': Kejriwal's response to EC on 'Yamuna poison' row

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 07:37
The Election Commission of India held a special meeting with Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal regarding his allegations of water poisoning by the BJP-led Haryana government. Kejriwal was asked to provide evidence to support his claims about the deliberate contamination of the Yamuna River, which could lead to mass casualties in Delhi.
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Mamta Kulkarni, Laxmi Narayan removed from the post of Mahamandaleshwar

Times of India - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 07:32
The Kinnar Akhada has removed former actress Mamta Kulkarni from her role as Mahamandaleshwar, citing internal tensions. Kulkarni and her guru, Laxmi Narayan Tripathi, were expelled from the religious group. The decision came after backlash regarding Kulkarni's appointment due to her film industry background. Tripathi expressed surprise at the expulsion, noting Kulkarni's long-term involvement with the Akhada.
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Demolition in Gir Somnath district: Supreme Court rejects plea for conducting 'Urs' from February 1 to 3

Hindu - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 07:29
The Bench said the prayer in the application cannot be granted without hearing the main matter
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Chef Suresh Pillai brings Kerala’s flavours to Hyderabad with Spices and Stories pop-up

Hindu - Fri, 01/31/2025 - 07:24
Chef Suresh Pillai recalls his journey before finally becoming a chef and later a restaurateur
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