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China-EU trade row: Beijing bans European firms from major medical bids; says Brussels must end ‘discriminatory’ practices – Times of India

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China on Sunday imposed a retaliatory ban on European companies bidding for large-scale medical equipment contracts, intensifying a simmering trade dispute with the European Union. The move comes just days after the EU restricted Chinese firms from participating in government medical device procurements over €5 million, citing Beijing’s long-standing exclusion of European products from its…

FCC Orders Investigation Into Disney’s DEI Practices

alishpagda08@gmail.com4 months ago05 mins

The chairman of the Federal Communications Commission said on Friday that he had opened an investigation into Disney’s diversity, equity and inclusion programs in the latest attempt under the Trump administration to halt such efforts. In a letter to Robert A. Iger, the chief executive of Disney, Brendan Carr, the chairman, said the company’s programs…

Risking Trump’s Ire, E.U. Accuses Apple and Google of Unfair Practices

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European Union regulators on Wednesday ramped up their efforts to force Apple and Google to change key parts of their businesses, despite potential pushback from the Trump administration over the regulation of American tech companies. The European Commission, the executive branch of the 27-nation bloc, said Apple and Google had violated a law passed in…

Carnegie Mellon reacts to federal DEI probe: University reviews investigation on race-exclusionary practices – The Times of India

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Carnegie Mellon responds to federal DEI probe amid concerns over race-based practices Carnegie Mellon University is one of 45 schools now under investigation by the US Department of Education for potentially violating race-based discrimination laws in their graduate programs. The probe, announced on March 14, 2025, focuses on whether these institutions have engaged in “race-exclusionary…

India to showcase best practices for waste management during Mahakumbh at circular economy meet in Jaipur | India News – The Times of India

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NEW DELHI: India will showcase best practices for waste management adopted during the Mahakumbh at the ‘Regional 3R and Circular Economy Forum in Asia and the Pacific’ to be held in Jaipur next week, housing and urban affairs minister Manohar Lal Khattar said Monday.Officials said the findings of Stanford University will be presented at the…

Rishabh Pant’s fitness update: Wicketkeeper-batter practices cautiously ahead of India’s Champions Trophy opener vs Bangladesh | Cricket News – The Times of India

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Rishabh Pant (Image credit: TimesofIndia.com) NEW DELHI: Fans breathed a sigh of relief as India’s star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant stepped off the team bus without any strapping on his left knee during the second day of practice at the ICC Academy on Monday. As reported by TimesofIndia.com, Pant had taken a blow to his left…

Retire or transfer: Tirupati temple management removes 18 employees for not following Hindu practices | India News – The Times of India

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NEW DELHI: Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam on Wednesday initiated action against 18 employees for participating in non-Hindu religious activities while also taking part in TTD festivals and rituals.Following the directions of TTD Chairman BR Naidu, the employees are being given the options of either get transferred to government departments or apply for Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS)….

McDonald’s rolls back diversity practices; which other US firms have done the same? – Times of India

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McDonald’s has announced crucial changes to its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, joining a growing list of companies pulling back on such initiatives. The fast-food giant cited the US Supreme Court’s July 2023 ruling, which also banned affirmative action in college admissions, as a key factor influencing its decision.The Chicago-based burger chain will discontinue…

Trump’s return to power: What it means for the foreign corrupt practices act and Gautam Adani

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The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), a cornerstone of the United States’ fight against international corruption, may see a seismic shift in enforcement and focus if Donald Trump returns to the Oval Office. This landmark legislation, passed in 1977, prohibits U.S-connected entities from offering bribes to foreign officials. Yet, Trump’s complicated history with the FCPA…

CII-FMS Study reveals the complexities of work-from-home practices in India | India News – Times of India

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NEW DELHI: From moderate savings in office rental costs, client meetings, and employee commuting to reduced commuting stress and higher energy levels among employees, the work-from-home (WFH) practice has brought significant advantages to India’s corporate landscape, particularly during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. However, challenges such as blurred boundaries between work and personal life, difficulties…