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Sexual harassment complaints recorded across some of India's largest companies showed a sharp increase in FY24, underscoring the rapid emergence of a culture of improving corporate disclosures. There has been a 40.4% increase in number of complaints of sexual harassment (up by 268) filed during last fiscal, shows latest data from BSE 30 companies put together for ET by Complykaro, which advises companies on PoSH compliance. A total of 932 sexual harassment complaints were reported across BSE 30 companies in FY24, up from 664 in FY23, shows the data.

Poland's prime minister has reacted to reports that revived speculation about who blew up the Nord Stream pipelines in 2022

One of Libya’s dueling authorities unilaterally fired the powerful central bank governor in an abrupt move that is likely to inflame tensions in the divided North African country

Experts meet in Bangkok this week to advance what would be the first international treaty to tackle the surging problem of plastic pollution

Gold pared gains after hitting another record as traders look ahead to a speech by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell later this week.

Ipca Laboratories is gearing up to make a strong return to the US generics business, with regulatory issues over its manufacturing facilities now behind, and integration of Unichem. The Mumbai-based drug maker is aiming for consolidated US revenue of $200 million (₹1,675 crore) in the next 12-18 months, managing director Ajit Kumar Jain told ET in an interview. The US business of Unichem clocked around $120 million revenue in FY24. While Ipca doesn't give a separate break up of its US revenue, it is quite small. «The US...we were there, but because of regulatory issues it took us some time to get those (regulatory) clearances; now all our plants have cleared,» Jain said.

Some East Palestine residents want more time and more information before they have to decide by a deadline this week whether to accept their share of a $600 million class-action settlement with Norfolk Southern over last year's disastrous train derailment

constitutional mandates was also a concern that weighed heavily on the Second Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC) report of 2005 and is reflected in its 10th report titled — 'Refurbishing of Personnel Administration & Scaling New Heights'. The report reads how (senior executive system) SES — a western model — that draws the best talent from both the public and the private sector has its advantages; it may also have 'disadvantages specific to India'. Socio-cultural diversity apart, the report points to «the possible adverse impact of such recruitment (if done on a large scale) on the constitutional mandate for affirmative action as a result of the creation of a new recruitment channel at a senior level» besides conflict-of-interest concerns, lack of sufficient talent in the private sector and operational difficulties. Nevertheless, the Second ARC did recommend lateral entry from both — other services as well as private sector — preferably at no less than the additional secretary level for areas of expertise.

Badlapur railway station against the alleged sexual assault of two four-year-old girls at a local school. The crowd sat on tracks for several hours, paralysing Central Railway traffic and demanding custody of the accused. They were protesting the delay in filing of an FIR by the police. The rail roko protest led to the diversion of 12 long-distance trains and suspension of local train services on the Ambernath-Karjat section of Central Railway. The protesters were demanding that the accused be handed over to them so that they could hang him in public. One of the reasons for the anger was the response of the Badlapur police. REASON FOR PROTEST

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economic agenda at a campaign rally in North Carolina, a Republican swing state, focusing on lowering costs, and hoping to usher in what she called an 'opportunity economy' — 'Everyone, regardless of who they are or where they start, has an opportunity to build wealth for themselves and their children.' Harris' proposed economic plan follows up Bidenomics. Except that this time around, Harris — and Trump, in his own way — has embraced the idea of a strong federal government that would use its authority to manipulate markets to create a more robust and wealthy economy. However, neither Harris not Trump has, till date, presented a thorough policy framework. Harris has called for a reduction in the price of food, housing, medicine and other living expenses. A large portion of Joe Biden's last presidential budget — and brief re-election campaign — are being expanded upon by Harris. The strategy calls for significant tax hikes on corporations and high earners to support middle-class and low-income workers. Simultaneously, it offers substantial tax advantages to businesses involved in activities that Democrats believe yield significant economic benefits, such as building affordable housing, or developing technologies required to combat global warming.

Oppo F27 5G is priced at Rs. 22,999 for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage variant. Additionally, there is a model with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage available at Rs.

₹10 lakh range.Here is a look at five SUVs priced under ₹10 lakh that come equipped with this increasingly popular feature, as per HT Auto:Hyundai’s latest addition, the Exter, is among the most affordable SUVs featuring an electric sunroof, with prices starting at ₹6.12 lakh (ex-showroom). For those specifically seeking the sunroof feature, variants of the Exter begin at ₹8.23 lakh (ex-showroom).Hyundai recently expanded its Venue lineup with the introduction of the S Plus variant, which includes an electric sunroof.

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The latest child benefits are going out to Canadian parents on Tuesday after a routine increase in monthly payments last month.

Anwar Ibrahim, who is on a state visit to India, stated on Tuesday that India has to grapple with some 'serious issues' concerning minorities and religious sentiments but it continues to play its rightful role. Ibrahim said, «I will not deny the fact that you also have to grapple with some serious issues affecting minorities or religious sentiments. But our hope is that India continues to play its role, rightful role because I mentioned to Prime Minister Modi, that these were the years when Nehru and Zhou Enlai and Sukarno and Nyerere were there standing up for the global south against colonialism and imperialism and to struggle to ensure that we recognize what humanity is about, what freedom is all about, and what dignity of men and women.» The Malaysian PM, who met with Prime Minister Modi earlier in the day, praised India, noting its remarkable intellectual and historical figures. «India has produced outstanding intellects such as Sri Aurobindo and leaders like Gandhi Ji, who played a unique role in the struggle for freedom, justice, and humanity,» he said. «You have intellectual giants who became leaders in their own countries, such as Jawaharlal Nehru and Mohammed Ali Jinnah. India has produced great sages and leaders and is regarded by many of us as a beacon of hope and democracy in the region.