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08 Aug

TCS Layoffs Herald AI Shakeup Of $283 Billion Outsourcing Sector

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Tata Consultancy Services' (TCS) decision to cut over 12,000 jobs marks the beginning of a larger AI-driven transformation in India’s $283 billion IT sector, experts say. While TCS attributed the 2% workforce reduction to skill mismatches, analysts believe this signals a deeper shift that could lead to the loss of up to 500,000 jobs in the next 2–3 years. The layoffs, primarily affecting middle and senior management, are the largest ever by India’s top private employer. AI is increasingly replacing roles in coding, manual testing, and customer support, impacting a sector that employs 5.67 million people and contributes over 7%…

22 Jan

Retaliatory actions included denial of employment and attempts to terminate his position

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Travis Dawson, a former senior policy adviser to ex-premier Annastacia Palaszczuk, has had his damages claim against the state government struck out for the fifth time. Dawson alleges reprisals were taken against him by several top advisers after he disclosed information under the Public Interest Disclosure Act concerning David Barbagallo, Palaszczuk's ex-chief of staff. The reprisals allegedly included denial of employment and attempts to terminate his position. The Crime and Corruption Commission had previously cleared Barbagallo of corrupt conduct but noted a breach in the code of conduct for not disclosing his directorship. Justice Glenn Martin has ordered Dawson to…

22 Jan

Pete Hegseth’s Ex-Wife Feared for Her Safety, Says Former Sister-in-Law

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Pete Hegseth, President Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, is facing serious allegations of abusive behavior towards his ex-wife, Samantha Hegseth. Danielle Hegseth, his former sister-in-law, provided a sworn statement claiming that Pete exhibited "erratic and aggressive" behavior, causing Samantha to fear for her safety. Additional allegations against Hegseth include rape, excessive drinking, and misuse of public funds, all of which he has denied. Despite these claims, the Senate Armed Services Committee narrowly approved his nomination, moving it to a full Senate vote. Democrats have criticized the incomplete FBI background check on Hegseth, arguing it failed to thoroughly investigate the…

09 Jan

Indian Army Engages with Gujjar-Bakarwal Community, Discusses Development and Trust

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Senior Army officials interacted with members of the Gujjar-Bakarwal community at Rampur to understand their concerns regarding development and education. The interaction aimed to address their issues, inform them about the Army’s role in regional development, and strengthen their trust in the Indian Army. During the event, GOC Gurj Division emphasized that the Indian Army is committed not only to national security but also to the welfare and progress of people living in remote and border areas. He encouraged the youth to focus on education and explore employment opportunities for a better future. The forum provided an insight on various…

24 Dec

The residential building of Singer Shaan experiences a massive fire

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Mumbai had two large fires on Monday, burning numerous warehouses and badly injuring an elderly woman. Neither incident resulted in any reported fatalities. Famous playback singer Shaan resides on the eleventh floor of Fortune Enclave, a residential complex in Bandra West, where a huge fire started on the seventh floor. He has not made an official statement and his presence at the scene was not verified. Following the event, an 80-year-old woman who was having trouble breathing was pulled off the premises. Hospital officials said she is in critical condition after being admitted to a private hospital. Ten vehicles were…

21 Nov

PM Modi received the greatest honor from Guyana

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During his visit to the South American country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was presented with the Order of Excellence, Guyana's highest national honor. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, the president of Guyana, presented Modi with the honor, which acknowledges his outstanding contributions to the international community, his leadership, and his attempts to improve India-Guyana relations. "I dedicate the honor bestowed upon me to these very historical relations between India and Giuayana and our unbreakable friendship," said Prime Minister Modi in an expression of gratitude. Modi, who recently received the Dominica Award of Honour from the Commonwealth of Dominica for his leadership during…

15 Nov

In Rajganj on Thursday night a house fire broke out

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On Thursday night a house fire broke out in Rajganj’s Gathiyaganj Village, near Fatapukur. Actually the incident occurred at the residence of Tariqul Mohammad, who was not at home with his wife at the time. In fact upon hearing the news, the couple rushed back, but two houses had already been destroyed in the blaze. Reportedly, while attempting to extinguish the fire, Tariqul actually sustained injuries. During these incident local residents initially tried to control the flames before a fire engine from Fulbari arrived to fully contain the fire. In fact following the incident, Tariqul was taken to Rajganj Rural…

15 Nov

Near Bagdogra, an elephant attack on Asian Highway II claimed two lives

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Late on Wednesday night, an elephant assault in the Siliguri subdivision near Bagdogra claimed the lives of two people. The pair perished after being crushed by a tusker on Asian Highway II, according to officials from the Kurseong forest division. The deceased Sanjay Oraon, age 41, and Ajay Oraon, age 44, lived in Srilankabusty, Hatighisha, which is part of the Naxalbari block. Around 10.30 p.m., a wild tusker that had wandered from the Bagdogra jungle attacked them as they were riding their motorcycle home from Matigara. Ajay Oraon passed away instantly. According to a source, Sanjay, the second individual, was…

13 Nov

Four family members including a 7-year-old perished in a traffic accident on the Dibrugarh-Tinsukia Bypass

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On the intervening night of Tuesday, a four-wheeler that a family was riding on went into a wayside water body on the Dibrugarh-Tinsukia bypass, killing four of them, including a toddler. The van also included a mother and a little daughter who were injured and are receiving medical attention. The victims include Artha Gupta and Rajesh Gupta from Bihar, and Mohan Shah and Montu Shah from Bordubi, Assam. For autopsies, the bodies have been sent to Tinsukia Civil Hospital. In preparation for Mohan's daughter's November 16 wedding, the Bihar family had traveled to Assam. According to eyewitnesses and preliminary police…

31 Oct

On Siliguri’s Eastern Bypass 12-year-old boy hit by oil tanker

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Recently a 12-year-old boy, Suraj Das, sustained serious injuries in a road accident while delivering food to his father. Actually the incident occurred in the Jaleswari area of Siliguri’s Eastern Bypass. In fact reports indicate that Suraj’s father, Lakshman Das, works at a local shop. On this particular day, Suraj was actually cycling along Jaleshwari Road to bring food to his father when he was struck by an oil tanker while crossing the street. Actually the speeding vehicle struck the boy and fled the scene, leaving him critically injured. Local residents quickly rushed Suraj to Siliguri District Hospital for initial…