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New Delhi: In a bold move to navigate the challenges of a slowing food delivery market, Zomato has laid off up to 600 customer support employees, just a year after they were hired. This decision marks a significant pivot towards cost-cutting and AI-driven automation, as the company seeks to bolster its operational efficiency. The layoffs, predominantly affecting employees in Gurugram and Hyderabad, follow Zomato’s introduction of ‘Nugget,’ an AI tool designed to handle a substantial portion of customer support interactions. The layoffs are closely tied to Zomato’s broader strategy to automate customer support using AI, a move aimed at reducing…

Srinagar: In a bold move to assert his government’s commitment to empowering women and to voice his opposition to federal policies, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah inaugurated a free bus service for women across all districts of the state while reiterating his strong stance against the Waqf (Amendment) Bill. The free bus service, launched at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre in Srinagar, is part of Omar Abdullah’s initiative to make transportation more accessible to women. This initiative marks a significant step in empowering women and promoting inclusivity. Meanwhile, Abdullah’s vocal opposition to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill reflects growing…

New Delhi: In a significant milestone for India’s defence sector, exports have reached an unprecedented high of Rs 23,622 crore in the financial year 2024-25, marking a substantial 12.04% increase from the previous year. This achievement has been hailed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a crucial step towards self-reliance and global leadership in defence manufacturing. As India positions itself as a major player in the global defence market, its evolving defence capabilities are increasingly recognized worldwide. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced this record figure on Tuesday, highlighting India’s strategic progress. In the previous fiscal year, defence exports had stood…

Team Goemkarponn ANJUNA: In a recent inspection drive, the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) evaluated 20 eateries in the Anjuna-Vagator area, resulting in the closure of nine businesses for failing to meet hygiene standards. Four of these establishments were also found to be operating without the proper FDA license. The closures included a well-known Rajasthani restaurant, a popular Goan food spot, and several cafes, all of which were found to have unsanitary conditions and violations of safety regulations during the inspections. The FDA stressed that these actions are part of their ongoing efforts to safeguard public health and ensure food…

New Delhi: : The fragile peace along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir was disrupted once again when the Pakistan Army engaged in unprovoked firing on Indian positions in the KG Sector of Poonch. This blatant ceasefire violation prompted a robust response from the Indian Army, with the Nangi Tekri Battalion under the Krishna Ghati Brigade leading the retaliation. The latest incident of ceasefire violation by Pakistan occurred on Tuesday across the Line of Control in Poonch. The Indian Army’s swift and strong response was backed by the Nangi Tekri Battalion, which operates under the Krishna Ghati…

Team Goemkarponn MOLLEM: In a major crackdown, officials from the Mollem Forest Department arrested two individuals on charges of smuggling teak wood at Matojem, Shigao. The team seized 5 logs of approx 0.5 cubic meters teak wood, along with a mini tempo used in the illegal transportation of the material. The accused have been identified as Sadanand P. Sawant (42) r/o Matojem, Shigao & Deepak S. Raut (58) r/o Dhade Sanvordem. The operation underscores the forest department’s persistent initiatives to combat the illegal smuggling of teak in the area. Those apprehended are now being investigated, and officials are pursuing additional…

New Delhi: The Modi government has embarked on an ambitious project to reform India’s Waqf legislation, akin to its past endeavors, such as the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir and the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. This undertaking involves amending the Waqf Act of 1995 and repealing the outdated Mussalman Wakf Act of 1923. The Waqf Bill has been framed as part of the government’s broader ideological agenda, driven by the belief that current Waqf practices are inefficient and require modernization. Upon assuming power on June 9, 2023, the Modi government promptly initiated work on…