Zoho’s Founder Sridhar Vembu Slams Freshworks’ 13% Layoffs Despite 22% Revenue Growth

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu criticized Freshworks for laying off 660 employees despite reporting a 22% revenue growth. Vembu condemned the "corporate greed" behind such decisions, calling it a trend imported from the U.S. He also criticized Freshworks' stock buyback and emphasized Zoho's commitment to employees, prioritizing them over shareholders. Vembu argued companies with ample cash should avoid layoffs and instead invest in new ventures.

By Vishal Kumar

Five Arrested, Including Woman, for Crystal Meth Smuggling in Chennai

Five people, including a woman, were arrested by the Esplanade Police in Chennai for smuggling methamphetamine during a security check. The arrest followed a raid at a vehicle checkpoint on Thursday, where two men were found with crystal meth. Further questioning led to the arrest of the other suspects and the seizure of 7 grams of the drug.

By Vishal Kumar

Canada Hindu Temple Priest Suspended Later Reinstated Over Protest Slogan “batoge to katoge”

The Hindu Sabha temple in Brampton, Canada, suspended and later reinstated Priest Rajinder Parsad after his controversial speech urging Hindu unity following an attack by pro-Khalistani protesters on Diwali weekend. The priest had warned that division among Hindus would lead to destruction. His suspension and reinstatement followed a review by the temple’s board.

By Vishal Kumar

Security Staff Served Samosas Meant for Himachal CM: CID Probes

A CID investigation has been launched into an incident where samosas and cakes meant for Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu were mistakenly served to his security staff during his visit to the CID headquarters on October 21. The incident has sparked a political debate, with the BJP criticizing the government for focusing on the samosa issue instead of state development.

By Avi G

ED Raids Amazon and Flipkart Sellers Nationwide in Money Laundering Probe

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has carried out raids across India targeting sellers on Amazon and Flipkart as part of an investigation into suspected money laundering. The focus is on uncovering financial irregularities, including how third-party vendors might be using these platforms to hide illegal funds. This comes as the government increases its oversight of the e-commerce industry in India.

By Avi G

Insurance Tax Tweaks, Rate Cuts on Packaged Water and Bicycles Expected from GST Council

The GST Council is expected to meet soon after the Parliament's winter session to discuss changes in GST rates on insurance products, packaged drinking water, bicycles, notebooks, luxury wristwatches, and shoes. One of the key topics will be adjusting insurance tax rates and reviewing the compensation cess. The proposed changes could bring in ₹22,000 crore in additional revenue by lowering taxes on some goods and increasing them on high-end items.

By Avi G

Ex-Infosys CFO on Excessive Hindi Use For Official Communication : ‘It’s Wrong to Force One Language’

TV Mohandas Pai has criticized the Centre’s increasing use of Hindi for official communication with non-Hindi speaking states, especially in the south. He called it "wrong and worrisome" and opposed the imposition of any language. Pai emphasized that citizens should be able to respond in their native languages or English, not only in Hindi. Kerala MP John Brittas also protested the use of Hindi in government correspondence, calling it a deliberate policy shift.

By Avi G

Bombay High Court Orders Maharashtra Cop to Pay Rs 2 Lakh for Illegal Arrest

The Bombay High Court has ordered a Maharashtra Police officer to pay Rs 2 lakh to a man who was wrongfully arrested. Another police constable, the complainant in the case, was told to pay Rs 50,000 to his brother-in-law. The court found the arrest illegal because the charges were wrong and proper procedure was not followed. The case involved defamation and wrongful detention during a family dispute over marital cruelty.

By Vishal Kumar

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