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TCS expands partnership with Xerox for transformation programme
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has expanded its strategic partnership with Xerox to execute an end-to-end transformation program. Xerox also has an outsourcing deal with HCLTech, signed in 2019, and plans to reduce its workforce by 15 percent as part of a 'reinvention' strategy.
California probes SpaceX over sex bias, retaliation claims
The California Civil Rights Department notified SpaceX of the claims in January, several months after a group of engineers filed complaints with the agency claiming they were fired for criticizing SpaceX and Musk in a letter to company executives, their lawyer Laurie Burgess said Tuesday.
Charting a sustainable future through bagasse-based paper manufacturing
The integrated pulp and paper company, Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Paper Limited (TNPL), is on a mission to produce one million tonnes of paper by 2030. TNPL, India's first bagasse-based paper mill, produces 400,000 metric tonnes of paper annually. TNPL comprises Unit I and Unit II, which together produce over 600,000 tonnes of paper and paperboard. Dr M Saikumar, Chairman and Managing Director of TNPL, leads the company in implementing new technologies in an environmentally sustainable manner. TNPL is committed to manufacturing excellence, customer satisfaction, and financial goals while promoting sustainability and low-waste manufacturing.
Bitcoin ETFs come with risks. Here’s what you should know
Several established financial institutions, including Fidelity and BlackRock, have coalesced around bitcoin because it is the world’s first and largest cryptocurrency. But bitcoin remains an enigma to most everyday investors, and it’s hard to separate the buzz from any true potential. It’s also wildly volatile.
Bitcoin ETFs come with risks: Here are key things you should know
Several established financial institutions, including Fidelity and BlackRock, have coalesced around bitcoin because it is the world's first and largest cryptocurrency. But bitcoin remains an enigma to most everyday investors, and it's hard to separate the buzz from any true potential. It's also wildly volatile. In other words, it's a bet.
AI is the buzz, the big opportunity and the risk to watch among the Davos glitterati
Artificial intelligence is a major topic of discussion at the World Economic Forum in Davos. OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT and a leader in generative AI, has gained significant attention, with CEO Sam Altman and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella making appearances. Altman addressed concerns about OpenAI's governance and the need for an experienced board.
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Activision to pay $50 million to settle workplace harassment lawsuit
California’s Civil Rights Department (CRD) had sued the "Call of Duty" maker after two years of investigation over allegations that it routinely underpaid and failed to promote female employees and condoned sexual harassment.
WhatsApp clampdown highlights video call compliance threat for finance firms
A sector-wide crackdown led by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has focused on business-related text messages over unauthorised platforms, such as WhatsApp, which went untracked and unrecorded by regulated firms, largely during Covid-19 lockdowns when thousands of employees were working from home.
Elon Musk's growing legal challenges
Elon Musk was sued by the US securities regulator related to his takeover of Twitter, the latest court battle against the billionaire whose empire spans electric carmaker Tesla, space startup SpaceX and brain-chip startup Neuralink.
China may broaden Apple iPhone ban to state firms, agencies
China is reportedly planning to expand its ban on the use of iPhones in sensitive departments to government-backed agencies and state companies. This move poses challenges for Apple in its largest foreign market and global production base, with the shares trading down 2.8% in pre-trade. The ban could erode Apple's position in a market that contributes about a fifth of its revenue.
Feeling overwhelmed & stressed at work, but can't admit it to your manager? You're not alone
The prevalence of mental health challenges in the workplace is increasing, with the Covid-19 pandemic cited as a major cause. Many workers may be reluctant to admit to mental health issues, however, due to worries about prejudice or job loss, while managers may lack the knowledge or resources to respond effectively.
Microsoft offers to charge for Teams to address EU antitrust concerns
Microsoft has been seeking to address the EU competition enforcer's concerns since last year after Salesforce-owned workspace messaging app Slack complained to the European Commission
Microsoft offers to charge for Teams to address EU antitrust concerns
Microsoft has been seeking to address the EU competition enforcer's concerns since last year after Salesforce-owned workspace messaging app Slack complained to the European Commission.
Want to study in the UK? Consider Commonwealth Scholarship to sponsor your education
The Commonwealth Scholarship supports future innovators and leaders who have the potential to make a positive impact on the global stage. Every year, around 800 students are given the opportunity to undertake postgraduate degrees with UK universities. There are various scholarship types available, such as Commonwealth Split-site Scholarships, Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships, Commonwealth Shared Scholarships, Commonwealth Professional Fellowships and Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships.
US due diligence firm says 5 Chinese staff in Beijing office detained
"Chinese authorities have detained the five staff in Mintz Group's Beijing office, all of them Chinese nationals, and have closed our operations there," a company statement emailed to AFP said. The firm has "retained legal counsel to engage with the authorities and support our people and their families", it continued.
Man, who is paid Rs 1.06 cr annually, sues company for making him do absolutely nothing at work
What would you do if you landed a job that paid over Rs 1 crore a year but you pretty much had no work to do?
What the EU is doing to help Ukraine refugees?
The "Temporary Protection Directive" sets out minimum standards across the EU's 27 countries for helping those in need. Member nations can provide more favorable conditions if they want. It also eases procedures for countries to transfer refugees between them if those people agree to move. The protection system streamlines entry procedures. It was established in 2001, in response to the fallout from the wars in former Yugoslavia and Kosovo in the 1990s, when thousands were forced from their homes.
California accuses Tesla Inc of racial discrimination in lawsuit
Tesla is appealing that verdict and has denied any knowledge of racist conduct that Diaz said took place at the plant, which has about 10,000 workers. Tesla's blog post said it "has always disciplined and terminated employees who engage in misconduct, including those who use racial slurs or harass others."
Tim Cook faces surprising employee unrest at Apple
Over the past month, more than 500 people who said they were current and former Apple employees have submitted accounts of verbal abuse, sexual harassment, retaliation and discrimination at work, among other issues, to an employee-activist group that calls itself #AppleToo.
Silicon Valley learning that remote work was easy to transition to but not so easy to break away from
Tech companies' return-to-office policies will likely have ripple effects across other industries.
Return to Work? Not with child care still in limbo, some parents say
Many parents of young children — those under 12 who cannot yet be vaccinated — say they are unable to return to workplaces or apply for new jobs as long as there is uncertainty about when their children can safely return to full-time school or child care.
Panchshil Office Parks commissions Phase II of Panchshil Business Park at Baner-Balewadi in western Pune’s business district
Spread over 2.7 million square feet, Panchshil Business Park is strategically located just off the arterial Mumbai-Bengaluru highway. Phase I spread over 1.1 million square feet was developed by Panchshil Realty and sold to Cummins for its India headquarters.
Sexual harassment case info must be furnished to victim within 48 hrs: CIC
The RTI Act mandates a public authority to furnish information sought by applicants within 48 hours, and not 30 days, if the matter pertains to their life and liberty.
Predators at the workplace! Most Indian companies still do not abide by law against sexual harassment
Even in companies that do have sexual harassment prevention committees, the complainant may fail to get justice, particularly when the accused is a high-performing executive.
Despite law, 70% working women don't report workplace sexual harassment
An IndiaSpend analysis of available data and conversations with working women showed there was an increase in reported cases of harassment-to 2015, the year for which latest data are available.
'Women's workplace issues must be board-level agenda'
The proposal suggests that responsibility for creating a safe, comfortable and equal opportunity environment for women at work should rest with the directors.
Panels to be formed for victims of sexual harassment at workplace
The chairperson and every member of the LCC will hold office for three years from the date of their appointment as may be specified by the DO.
National Commission for Women signs memorandum of understanding with NTPC
The Commission will provide technical assistance such as resource persons and contents for development of resource material for holding these workshops.
Sunday ET: English goes to the masses; opens huge opportunities in teaching business
As millions aspire to learn English, they’re opening up opportunities in teaching— and if BJP prez is to be believed they’re doing their bit to damage Indian culture.
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