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After 20 years, Nagaland holds civic body polls, over 20% voting recorded in two hours
This was a historic election in the northeastern state as the polling to three municipalities and 22 town councils was being conducted after a gap of 20 years. The last elections were held in 2004.
View: Tackling FTA attractions
India has resumed free trade negotiations with trading partners after withdrawing from the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) negotiations in 2019. The process has been restarted with the signing of India-Mauritius Comprehensive Economic Cooperation and Partnership Agreement (CECPA) in March 2021, followed by India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA) in 2022, and India-European Free Trade Association (EFTA) pact in February this year.
LG directs paid break for labourers, water pitchers at bus stands amid severe heatwave in Delhi
Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena has instructed that laborers at construction sites be given a paid break from 12 noon to 3 pm due to the heatwave conditions in the city, with temperatures reaching around 50 degrees Celsius in various areas. This three-hour break, initiated by the Delhi Development Authority since May 20, will continue until temperatures drop below 40 degrees Celsius.
Companies become stricter on return-to-office mandates, but considerate on employee needs
As the market shifts from being an 'employees' to an 'employer's market', return to office calls have been getting louder, with some companies even penalising employees who don't toe the line. However, while expanded flexibility is discretionary, there are several such examples across organisations.
Singapore Airlines cooperating with authorities in probing severe flight turbulence incident
Singapore Airlines (SIA) is cooperating with authorities in the investigation into a London to Singapore flight that encountered severe turbulence, leading to the death of one passenger and injuring 30 others. Geoffrey Kitchen, a 73-year-old British passenger, died likely due to a heart attack on the flight. The remaining passengers aboard the Boeing 777-300ER aircraft were examined and treated at the airport.
Heatwave grips Rajasthan, Barmer hottest at 48 deg C; govt cancels leaves of doctors, officials
Health authorities had already cancelled the leaves of all doctors and paramedical staff in government hospitals as temperatures soared in the state.
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What is 'Garden Leave' & does the 60-day H-1B visa grace period apply to such situations?
The termination of H-1B workers can be complex, especially when garden leave is involved. The ambiguity arises from the period between formal notice and payment cessation. While USCIS guidelines lean towards the formal notice date for termination, discretion is allowed based on individual circumstances.
Campaigning by political parties for Lok Sabha polls in Telangana ends, voting on May 13
Telangana Lok Sabha polls campaign ended with arrangements for Secunderabad Assembly bypoll. Over 3.31 crore voters expected. Rs 320 crore seized. 625 candidates, including BJP's G Kishan Reddy, AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi in the fray.
LS polls Phase 4 in Bengal: Violence breaks out in several parts; TMC, BJP workers clash in Durgapur
TMC leader Ram Prasad Haldar said, "Since 6 am these (BJP) people have been coming with the central forces and trying to influence the voters. We protested against it, voters also protested. They are trying to bring polling agents from outside. Central forces are threatening the people and influence them. People of the area are opposing them here. They are trying to bring polling agents from outside."
Chartered flight with several Indians sent back to Dubai from Jamaica over document concerns: MEA
253 foreigners were denied entry to Jamaica last week due to document issues, leading to a German aircraft managed by USC GmbH being sent back under Ministry of National Security supervision.
AI Express flight cancellations: Cong, CPI seek Aviation Ministry intervention
Leader of Opposition in the state assembly V D Satheesan wrote to Union Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya M Scindia highlighting the plight of the passengers and seeking his urgent intervention to ensure alternative travel arrangements for those affected.
Britney Spears and Sam Asghari divorce: All about settlement and custody arrangements
Britney Spears and Sam Asghari have officially finalized their divorce proceedings, signaling the end of their marriage, which began to unravel eight months ago. Know about the challenges they faced as the star couple are set to go separate ways.
Dubai goes WFH for two days as heavy rains lash UAE; several flights cancelled; many roads closed
Dubai and parts of UAE faced heavy rain, prompting remote work on May 2nd and 3rd, 2024. Private sector advised to follow. Dubai Airport and Emirates Airlines warned of flight delays and road disruptions, suggesting proactive measures for travelers.
With $11 million exit pay, Delaporte joins other CEOs in costly exits
An analysis of employment contracts of top IT leaders shows that in recent years, payments to exiting CEOs at companies such as Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Cognizant and Wipro have ranged from Rs 48 crore to Rs 92 crore.
Special polling stations arranged for 5,000 voters displaced by Manipur violence
Ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, 29 special polling stations have been set up for about 5,000 internally displaced people in Manipur who are currently living in camps due to ethnic violence. These stations will allow them to vote in the elections. Officials have made all arrangements in accordance with guidance from the central government. Imphal West Deputy Commissioner Kiran Kumar stated that while people displaced within the district will vote at their designated stations, special arrangements have been made for those from other constituencies.
Byju’s arranges for alternative credit, begins March salary payouts
ET had reported on April 1 that Bengaluru-based Byju's delayed salaries for workers again as amid a severe cash crunch.
Lok Sabha polls in Manipur: Over 24k displaced persons to vote from relief camps
Election Commission in Manipur gears up for Lok Sabha elections amidst conflict and displacement challenges. Special provisions made for vulnerable voters, while security concerns addressed with a low-key campaign observed.
Displaced Manipur tribals urge special voting arrangements
Ten tribal MLAs from Manipur's Kuki-Zomi-Hmar community have requested the Election Commission to enable voting for the 50,000 displaced community members scattered across the country due to ethnic violence last year. The MLAs seek special arrangements for voting, allowing the use of Aadhaar cards and other valid documents in place of lost voter identity cards. They highlight the destruction caused by the violence, including deaths, looting, and destruction of homes and churches, making it impossible for displaced people to return.
India, Bhutan ink several pacts, finalise MoU on establishment of rail links between two nations
India and Bhutan exchanged MoUs in various fields and finalized rail links during PM Modi's visit. Discussions focused on renewable energy, youth exchange, and space cooperation, enhancing the countries' bilateral relations and cooperation across different sectors.
Elvish Yadav's shocking confession! 'Bigg Boss OTT 2' winner admits to arranging snake venom at rave parties: Report
Elvish Yadav, a popular YouTuber and winner of 'Bigg Boss OTT 2', has confessed to arranging snake venom for rave parties following his arrest in Noida. His admission comes after initial denials and has led to legal charges under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act. This revelation is a significant development in a case that also involves previous arrests related to snake venom supply.
Worst drought in four decades, says D K Shivakumar on Karnataka's water crisis
Bengaluru is facing its worst drought in 30-40 years, leading to an acute water shortage. Many taluks have been declared drought-affected. 6,900 out of 13,900 borewells in Bengaluru are defunct. The government has arranged tankers to supply water.
Trade game-changer in making? Several countries willing to start trading with India in rupee
Neighbouring Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are keen to start trading with India in rupee immediately. Countries from the Gulf are giving it a serious thought too. The mechanism is already in place in trade with Singapore, minister Piyush Goyal said.
Explainer: Massive security arrangement in Delhi ahead of farmer protest
ET explains why the ‘Dilli Chalo’ call by farmer leaders on Tuesday has raised security concerns and put the central government in a fix a few months before the Lok Sabha elections.
Farmer Protests: Delhi-Noida border witnesses severe traffic jams
Significant traffic congestion occurred at the Delhi-Noida border on Thursday due to police inspections following a farmer demonstration in Noida and Greater Noida. Motorists faced long delays as police monitored the situation near Mayur Vihar. Heavy security measures were implemented, including the deployment of bulldozers and water cannons, amid concerns about farmers entering Delhi.
Tight security arrangements in Guwahati ahead of PM Modi's visit on February 3-4
Prime Minister Modi will address a mega public rally, lay the foundation stone and inaugurate several projects worth Rs 11599 crore on Sunday at Veterinary College Field, at Khanapara in Guwahati.
PM Modi to visit Andhra Pradesh and Kerala today; will inaugurate several projects
The Prime Minister will also interact with Officer Trainees of the 74th and 75th batch of Indian Revenue Service (Custom and Indirect Taxes) as well as officer trainees of the Royal Civil Service of Bhutan.
NCLT approves amalgamation, arrangement between JP Infra (Mumbai) entities
The scheme of amalgamation and arrangement between JP Infra (Mumbai) and its affiliated entities Four D Estates, Four D Buildspace and JP Infra Realty have been approved by NCLT. As all these entities belong to the same promoter group, the proposed demerger is expected to ensure alignment of the business verticals—JP Infra (Mumbai) and Four D Estates continuing in the brownfield redevelopment projects and JP Infra Realty in greenfield projects involving development of newly-acquired land parcels.
Adequate arrangements made to ensure peace in Kashmir, says IGP
The Supreme Court has listed for pronouncement of judgment the petitions challenging the abrogation of the provisions of Article 370 and bifurcation of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir into Union territories by the Centre on August 5, 2019.
Met department predicts more rain in several parts of Tamil Nadu
Meteorological Centre, Chennai said, "Light Thunderstorms and lightning with light to moderate rain is very likely at isolated places over Thiruvallur, Chennai, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Nagapattinam and Ramanathapuram districts of Tamil Nadu in the next three hours."
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