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Recording conversations without person’s knowledge violates privacy rights
The HC observed that the husband recording his wife's phone conversation without her knowledge amounts to violation of her right to privacy and also the petitioner's right guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution Bilaspur: The Chhattisgarh High Court has ruled...
India to be one of world’s fastest growing economies over next decade
Overall, India is expected to continue to be one of the world's fastest growing economies over the next decade. This will make India one of the most important long-term growth markets for multinationals in a wide range of industries, including manufacturing industries...
About 52 per cent cases of cervical cancer diagnosed from 2012-15 survived Lancet Study
Despite decreasing incidence rates, cervical cancer is the second most common female cancer in India, accounting for about 10 per cent of all female cancers, they said in their study New Delhi: Roughly 52 per cent of cervical cancer cases diagnosed between 2012 and...
Hackers hit aid groups responding to Israel and Gaza crisis
"There's a lot of DDoS attacks happening now, focused on services that people are looking for: rescue services, telco, government services, media – anything that people need at this time," said Gil Messing of cybersecurity firm Check Point. Most websites bounce back...
EU industry chief warns Alphabet CEO on tech rules compliance after Hamas attack
EU industry chief Thierry Breton reminded Alphabet Chief Executive Officer Sundar Pichai in a letter posted on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, of the company's obligations set out in the Digital Services Act (DSA) which requires very large online...
Air India seeks special permission from re/insurers to operate evacuation flights from Tel Aviv
``The airlines had taken permission from its re/insurers to operate these two flights to Tel Aviv. The flights had normal insurance covers available to airlines on international flights ’’ said industry sources A clutch of insurers including New India...
Israeli cybersecurity professionals band together amid Gaza war
Israeli information security professionals are banding together to provide free cybersecurity services to Israeli companies amid a spike in hacktivist activity sparked by the war in Gaza, volunteers said Israel’s tech industry is, like the country as a whole, in flux,...
Israel to provide $6 billion in aviation war insurance
The guarantee framework will grant Israeli airlines insurance policies against war risks, thereby ensuring the continuity of air operations in Israel Israel’s parliamentary finance committee approved a plan to provide a state guarantee of $6 billion to cover insurance...
Scientists detail recommendations to address male infertility, say it is increasing worldwide
“For most infertile men, the cause of their infertility is unknown. When it is known, few targeted treatments exist. Globally, the huge economic and social burdens of male infertility are not well appreciated. The cost of treatments and the impacts of infertility on...
HDFC Life reports a 15.5% rise in Q2 net profit on higher premium
"Despite the recent budget changes that were perceived to be unfavourable for the sector, the life insurance industry has demonstrated remarkable resilience," HDFC Life's CEO Vibha Padalkar said Mumbai: India's HDFC Life Insurance Company reported a 15.5% rise in...
Hydropower projects fuelling disasters in Himalayas: Experts
Gyatso Lepcha from Affected Citizens of Teesta (ACT), a local advocacy group, said, “The 1,200 MW Teesta III was completely washed away. This dam was built only 30 km away from Lhonak Lake. The state government is blaming the previous government for substandard...
Female labour force participation rate improved to 37 per cent in 2023: WCD
According to the data shared by the Women and Child Development Ministry, the female labour force participation rate increased from 23.3 per cent in 2017-18 to 24.5 per cent in 2018-19; 30 per cent in 2019-20 to 32.5 per cent in 2020-21 and 32.8 per cent in 2021-22 to...
15% of adults experiencing mental health disorders at workplaces: Lancet study
“Workplaces have huge potential to influence mental health by promoting the positive aspects of work and providing safe, non-discriminatory support for those showing signs of mental health problems,” said Birgit Greiner from UCC School of Public Health. London: Mental...
97% of Indian firms see hybrid, remote work beneficial for business: Report
“The adoption of AI is growing, driven by the real business outcomes revolutionary AI technologies are bringing. Organisations are seeking guidance on how to harness all that AI has to offer to succeed in dominating their markets while supporting employee fulfilment...
Kerala launches insurance cover for MSME sector to safeguard businesses
All MSMEs in the manufacturing, service, and trade sector with UDYAM registration in Kerala, and enrolled in the "Bharat Sookshma/Laghu Udyam scheme" from any of the four public sector insurance firms beyond April 1, 2023, are eligible for benefits under the scheme....
Sharp rise in companies’ climate-related risk disclosure G20 report
Climate-related metrics disclosure led the way with over 70 per cent of companies disclosing the metrics they use. Reporting on greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related targets also showed considerable progress (both at 66 per cent), with a 24 per cent increase in...
India ranks 111th on Global Hunger Index 2023, govt calls it flawed measure
With a score of 28.7 in the Global Hunger Index-2023, India has a level of hunger that is serious, according to a report based on the index. India's neighbouring countries Pakistan (102nd), Bangladesh (81st), Nepal (69th) and Sri Lanka (60th) have fared better than it...
Temasek and others to pick up a minority stake in Niva Bupa Health insurance for Rs800 crore
Each of our investors brings a wealth of expertise across various dimensions of our business and possesses a profound understanding of the insurance ecosystem,Divya Sehgal, Partner, True North Mumbai: A clutch of investors including Singapore based global investment...