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Nasscom writes to Karnataka CM, raises ‘serious concerns’ over draft gig workers bill
Industry body Nasscom has raised "serious concerns" about the new Karnataka gig workers legislation. The Karnataka Platform Based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Bill, 2024, aims to ensure basic minimum social security for workers.
E-office will be implemented in all attached, subordinate offices as part of 100-day agenda: Centre
The Centre will implement e-office in attached, subordinate offices, and autonomous bodies as per DARPG's 100-day agenda. Following a successful pilot with 37 lakh files in the central secretariat by 2024, 133 offices are identified. NIC, led by Rachna Srivastava, will manage technical aspects. Guidelines issued June 24, 2024. V Srinivas chaired roadmap discussions on data centers and user requisitions.
Green bonds - Municipal bodies think change, climate change
Brihanmumbai's ₹10,224 crore FY25 climate budget signifies Indian municipal bodies' shift to sustainability. With Solapur, Vadodara, Bhopal, Indore, and Pimpri-Chinchwad leading green initiatives, CEO Masood Mallick highlights Swachh Bharat Mission, regulatory evolution, and public-private partnerships. NGT's environmental compensation emphasizes compliance, increasing the need for green financing.
Steel body wants merger of three Companies with SAIL for synergy
The Steel Executives Federation of India (SEFI) has proposed merging state-run Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL), Ferro Scrap Nigam Limited (FSNL), and Nagarnar steel plant with Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) to create a stronger public sector entity. It emphasised the potential benefits in achieving capacity expansion targets and addressing resource challenges faced by the individual firms, while questioning the wisdom of FSNL disinvestment.
Members agree to turn GPAI into apex body for AI
Under India's chairmanship, the global partnership on artificial intelligence (GPAI) has agreed on a new vision to become a central body for AI matters. The integration with OECD aims to bring all members on equal footing. The focus is on responsible AI development and global policy-making.
Civic bodies ramp up preparations to deal with waterlogging as IMD predicts heavy rain in Delhi
Delhi civic bodies are intensifying efforts to address waterlogging following heavy rains that inundated the city, causing significant disruptions. With the IMD issuing an "orange alert" until July 2, measures include increased manpower and equipment deployment. The NDMC has stationed additional pumps and super suction machines in flood-prone areas like Golf Links and Bharti Nagar, while monitoring vulnerable zones through CCTV surveillance. Similarly, the MCD has activated 24x7 control rooms, deployed mobile pumps, and completed drain desilting. Authorities remain on high alert, ensuring continuous monitoring and swift response to mitigate further impacts.
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Boeing restarts new plane deliveries to China
New Boeing deliveries to China have been off and on since 2019 after two fatal crashes of MAX 8 jets and amid intensifying tensions over issues ranging from technology to national security between Washington and Beijing.
Vasant Vihar wall collapse: 3 bodies found, toll in rain-related incidents in Delhi rises to 8
In Vasant Vihar, Delhi, heavy rains triggered the collapse of an under-construction wall on Friday, claiming the lives of three labourers. The victims, including Santosh Kumar Yadav (19) and Santosh (38), were identified from the rubble, while one remains unidentified. The Delhi Fire Services, aided by cranes and pumping equipment, recovered the bodies amidst ongoing rain-related tragedies that have now claimed eight lives in the city. Rescue efforts involving NDRF, Delhi Disaster Management, and civic teams are underway to ensure no one else remains trapped.
US Presidential Debate: Joe Biden appeared to lack energy during the debate; Trump was aggressive and confident
A body language expert noted that US President appeared to be frail and not fully cognizant of what was happening around him during the first US presidential debate. His opponent was aggressive and led the charge against the incumbent president.
NBDA brings digital news under its self-regulatory body's purview
The regulation defines digital news media as digitised news content that can be transmitted over the internet or computer networks and includes content received, stored, transmitted, edited, or processed by a digital publisher. Digital news platforms have been defined as platforms that facilitate the transmission of digitised news content over the internet or computer networks, including social networking sites or social media.
Surge in plastic surgery in America: Here are the top procedures being followed
Americans are rapidly adapting to plastic surgery processes and this recent surge in various image enhancement processes have developed after the coronavirus pandemic, suggests data. The demand for cosmetic procedures are increasing by a few percent every year with the number likely to increase over time.
Police checkpoint in Manipur's Jiribam district set on fire
A police checkpoint at Leingangpokpi in Manipur was set on fire, leading to a gun battle in Gularthol between Manipur Police Commando and suspected militants. Nearby Paithol village in Tamenglong district was also affected.
Global FDI flows slip by 2% in 2023, UN report says
Global FDI fell by 2% in 2021 to $1.3 trillion, largely due to geopolitical tensions and a slowing global economy, but UNCTAD suggests a possible return in 2024.
Nagas urge Home Minister Amit Shah to send back illegal Myanmar immigrants
Several Naga civil bodies in Manipur have urged Union Home Minister Amit Shah to repatriate illegal Myanmar immigrants back to their country, citing concerns over their numbers surpassing local residents in certain districts.
Kuwait fire tragedy: Victim's body arrives in Kolkata; BJP's Agnimitra Paul attacks Mamata govt
The body of Dwarikesh Pattanayak, a victim of the Kuwait fire tragedy, arrived at Kolkata airport. West Bengal Minister Sujit Bose and BJP MLA Agnimitra Paul paid their respects. Paul demanded Rs 10 lakh compensation and education sponsorship for the victim's family. Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh expedited bringing the deceased Indians' remains back.
Kuwait fire: Indian migrants' final journey home
An uneasy silence enveloped the import cargo terminal at Cochin International Airport on Friday morning as preparations were made to receive the bodies of 31 Indians who died in a building fire in Kuwait. Ambulances were ready to transport the victims' bodies—23 from Kerala, seven from Tamil Nadu, and one from Karnataka—to their homes. The special flight was expected to arrive around 10:30 am, according to Deputy Inspector General Putta Vimaladitya. India had dispatched a military aircraft to Kuwait to retrieve the remains of over 40 Indians killed in the fire.
Kuwait identifies bodies of 45 Indians, 3 Filipino nationals; vows to promptly investigate the incident
Kuwaiti authorities have identified the bodies of 45 Indians and three Filipinos killed in a tragic fire at a building housing foreign workers in Mangaf. At least 49 workers were killed, and 50 others injured in the incident. DNA tests are being conducted, and an Indian Air Force aircraft is on standby to repatriate the bodies. Kuwait’s Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousuf Al-Sabah leads an inspection campaign on illegal properties. Emir Sheikh Meshal has ordered financial aid and repatriation of the deceased. The public prosecutor has launched an investigation.
Mizoram's church body seeks measures to encourage couples to have more kids
Mizoram church body has urged the state government for measures to encourage couples to have more children in response to population concerns. The meeting, chaired by Mizoram Synod Moderator Rev R. Vanlalnghaka, emphasized governance, anti-corruption efforts, rule of law enforcement, and protection of religious freedoms and the gospel. Chief Minister Lalduhoma and other key officials attended the meeting, where church leaders stressed the importance of collaboration between the government and the church to reform the education system and promote overall state development
In-house solar power generation saving 2,300 tons of CO2 across RRTS corridor: NCR transport body
The solar power plants are now operational at the Guldhar and Sahibabad RRTS stations, each having a peak power capacity of 729 kilowatts (kWp), as well as at the Duhai Depot and Duhai Depot station with capacities of 585 kWp and 108 kWp respectively, it said.
Palestinian medics say Israeli airstrikes kill 35 in Gaza's Rafah as displaced people are hit
Israeli airstrikes in Rafah, Gaza, killed at least 35 people, mainly women and children, and hit tents for displaced people. The attack came two days after the International Court of Justice ordered Israel to end its offensive in Rafah. Israel's military confirmed targeting a Hamas installation, killing two senior militants. The Palestinian Red Crescent Society warned the death toll might rise as rescue efforts continued. Meanwhile, Gaza's aid situation worsens amid continued conflict and restricted humanitarian access.
Numaligarh Refinery, Oil India setting up several compressed bio-gas plants in north east
Collaboration with Urban Local bodies for municipal solid waste collection has been initiated, said C&MD, OIL and Chairman NRL Dr. Ranjit Rath while speaking as at the Technical Symposium on ‘Creating Wealth from Waste: Role of Startup and New Enterprises’ organized by Pollution Control Board of Assam in Guwahati.
Why reforming the WTO dispute settlement mechanism is imperative
The 13th Ministerial Conference of WTO in Abu Dhabi renewed commitment to a well-functioning Dispute Settlement Mechanism (DSM) by 2024, crucial for the rules-based multilateral trading system.
India needs lower tax on recruitment services to boost jobs, says industry body
India's Indian Staffing Federation (ISF) has called for a reduction in the 18% tax on recruitment agencies providing outsourced staff to big companies. The ISF, which provided 1.6 million outsourced workers to companies last year, believes the new government should support hiring more salaried workers. The ISF claims that the 18% goods and services tax discourages employers from hiring contract workers through recruitment agencies.
Nepal PM Prachanda calls for 'unified mountain voice' to address effects of climate change
Prime Minister Prachanda emphasizes the urgent need for a unified mountain voice to address climate change effects in the Himalayas. Nepal aims for zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045, prioritizing vulnerable groups like women, youth, and indigenous tribes.
Bengal CID confirm Bangladeshi MP's 'murder' but is yet to recover victim's body
Bangladesh MP Md Anwarul Azim Anwar was brutally murdered in Kolkata. The West Bengal police CID is investigating the case, suspecting he may have been killed. The victim's body is yet to be recovered, and investigations are ongoing to uncover the motive behind the murder. Anwar's acquaintance Gopal Biswas filed a missing diary, triggering the investigation.
Rationalisation of govt bodies: WCD ministry 'officially' dissolves Food and Nutrition Board
The Women and Child Development (WCD) Ministry has officially dissolved the Food and Nutrition Board (FNB), a technical wing of the ministry responsible for providing technical and logistical support for community nutrition programmes. The FNB had a network of offices and quality control laboratories in Delhi, Faridabad, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai. The decision came after a Cabinet meeting in April last year, following recommendations from the Principal Economic Adviser's report on the rationalisation of government bodies.
Five in fray for Ladakh Lok Sabha seat; 3 nominations rejected
During scrutiny, nominations of two covering candidates and an Independent were rejected for Ladakh constituency, leaving five candidates in fray. The constituency, largest in India, will have polls on May 20.
Japan's top rugby competition bucks trends, continues to grow as the game faces headwinds elsewhere
The Japan Rugby League One is experiencing historic growth, adding three new clubs next season, bringing the total to 26 teams across three divisions. Large corporations in Japan are sponsoring teams, and top foreign players are drawn to the league at a younger age, staying longer. This growth is in contrast to financial struggles faced by professional rugby in England, New Zealand, Australia, and elsewhere.
Sexual abuse case: No victim reached out to register complaint against Prajwal Revanna, says NCW
The National Commission for Women (NCW) stated that no victim has filed a complaint against Karnataka MP Prajwal Revanna, and one woman alleged being forced to register a fake complaint against him. The timely submission of the Action Taken Report revealed significant findings, including the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) committee. Despite the registration of cases based on complaints of sexual abuse and abduction, no victim approached the commission directly.
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