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AI Skills Enter Employee Performance Reviews

AI Skills Enter Employee Performance Reviews

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The message is becoming clearer: Employees who fail to meaningfully integrate AI into their work risk falling behind in performance assessments.

5 Memorable Chocolate Factory Tours

5 Memorable Chocolate Factory Tours

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

The best addresses to see chocolate being made.

Pune building collapse: Survivors count rises to 9, many trapped under debris

Pune building collapse: Survivors count rises to 9, many trapped under debris

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Nine individuals have been rescued from the debris of a three-storey building that collapsed at a waste management plant in Pimpri Chinchwad, near Pune. The collapse occurred after a large mound of garbage, loosened by heavy rains, crashed onto the structure. Multi-agency rescue operations are ongoing to find remaining trapped victims.

Workplace Harassment Allegations Emerge In TCS Staffer's Suicide Case

Workplace Harassment Allegations Emerge In TCS Staffer's Suicide Case

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Police in Pune have registered a case of abetment to suicide against three individuals, including two Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) employees, following the death of a 48-year-old IT staffer. The deceased, Amit Brahme, left a suicide note accusing colleagues of humiliation and a friend of defamation. TCS has acknowledged the allegations and stated it is investigating the matter while extending support to the family.

How AI Is Reshaping Human Resources

How AI Is Reshaping Human Resources

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

A recent survey reveals that Artificial Intelligence is becoming a central focus in human resource management, with a majority of professionals identifying it as a top priority for improving efficiency, reducing costs, and optimising workforce planning across various HR functions.

Congress Faces Uphill Battle In Himachal Pradesh

Congress Faces Uphill Battle In Himachal Pradesh

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

In the throes of a financial crisis, the state's ruling Congress government has little to be triumphant about as Assembly elections approach next year, points out Aditi Phadnis.

Ram Temple theft: Police trace accuseds' money trail to land deals, new homes

Ram Temple theft: Police trace accuseds' money trail to land deals, new homes

Rediff.com11 Jul 2026

The police investigating the "embezzlement" of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya have scrutinised the bank accounts of relatives of the eight arrested accused as they seek to establish the money trail behind the alleged diversion of funds, sources said on Friday.

Murder case registered in Kerala for student's death in Uzbekistan

Murder case registered in Kerala for student's death in Uzbekistan

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Kerala Police have registered a murder case concerning the death of a 22-year-old medical student in Uzbekistan, following a complaint from her family. While the crime occurred abroad, authorities in Haripad have initiated proceedings, stating they will pursue the case if Uzbek police do not prosecute the accused. The family alleges the student was tortured and brutally beaten, not just hit on the head, and claims the accused tried to force her religious conversion.

Train stopped for samosas? Railways clarifies

Train stopped for samosas? Railways clarifies

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Western Railway has debunked a viral video claiming a loco pilot stopped a train near Indore to buy samosas, clarifying that it was a freight train on an authorised operational halt due to engineering work, and the person buying food was a standby assistant loco pilot.

Court Orders Case Against 69 Indian Bank Staff In Rs 5 Crore Embezzlement

Court Orders Case Against 69 Indian Bank Staff In Rs 5 Crore Embezzlement

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Police in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, have registered a case against 69 former and serving officers and employees of an Indian Bank branch for allegedly embezzling nearly Rs 5 crore from a union account. The case was filed following a court order after the accused failed to return the embezzled funds despite an earlier undertaking.

I, Nobody Review: A Good Thriller That Loses Its Way

I, Nobody Review: A Good Thriller That Loses Its Way

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

A terrific first half makes I, Nobody look like a great thriller, until an increasingly muddled second half loses the plot, laments Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Why Businesses Struggle To Fill Cyber Roles

Why Businesses Struggle To Fill Cyber Roles

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

A new Accenture report reveals that nearly half of all global cybersecurity positions remain vacant, primarily due to a critical shortage of professionals with both technical expertise and essential business acumen. The report highlights a significant gap between the skills required for modern cybersecurity and what the labour market currently offers, exacerbated by poor retention and underinvestment in upskilling.

After Trent, Noel Tata to step down as Voltas chairman

After Trent, Noel Tata to step down as Voltas chairman

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

Noel Tata, a veteran of the Tata group, announced his decision to step down as the chairman of Voltas, following a similar move at Trent, citing the development of a new generation of leaders within the company.

Motorcycle-Borne Robbers Loot Rs 1.5 Crore In Daring Delhi Heist

Motorcycle-Borne Robbers Loot Rs 1.5 Crore In Daring Delhi Heist

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Two employees of a building material trader were robbed of Rs 1.5 crore at gunpoint by motorcycle-borne men in north Delhi's Sarai Rohilla area. The incident, captured on CCTV, is under investigation by multiple police teams.

Motorcycle-Borne Robbers Loot Rs 1.5 Crore In Daring Delhi Heist

Motorcycle-Borne Robbers Loot Rs 1.5 Crore In Daring Delhi Heist

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Two employees of a building material trader were robbed of Rs 1.5 crore at gunpoint by motorcycle-borne men in north Delhi's Sarai Rohilla area. The incident, captured on CCTV, is under investigation by multiple police teams.

Bizman's son rams luxury car into bike, 22-yr-old hotel employee killed

Bizman's son rams luxury car into bike, 22-yr-old hotel employee killed

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

A young hotel employee tragically died in Goa after a high-speed collision involving a Mini Cooper allegedly driven by a businessman's son, prompting a police investigation and raising concerns about road safety.

Half of Indian companies to adopt AI payroll in a year, ADP report finds

Half of Indian companies to adopt AI payroll in a year, ADP report finds

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

A new report by ADP reveals that one in two Indian companies plan to adopt AI-powered payroll systems within the next 12 months, driven by the need for automation in workforce management, compliance, and compensation decisions. However, firms are increasingly cautious about data protection risks, especially with the implementation of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023.

Are You A Freelancer? Here's An ITR Guide

Are You A Freelancer? Here's An ITR Guide

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Tax treatment depends on the activity and manner of earning income.

Donated silver bricks, ornaments are safe: Ram Mandir trust amid row

Donated silver bricks, ornaments are safe: Ram Mandir trust amid row

Rediff.com27 Jun 2026

The trustees are "shocked" by the developments and are duty-bound to ensure that a fair inquiry is conducted and the faith of devotees is restored.

How Pune Police Uncovered A Massive Online Gaming Fraud

How Pune Police Uncovered A Massive Online Gaming Fraud

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Pune police have dismantled a large online gaming racket that defrauded individuals by luring them to invest in fake gaming apps. Two key individuals have been arrested, and a case registered against 12 people. The operation involved a call centre with 120 employees, and police seized substantial amounts of cash, gold, silver, computers, mobile phones, and a pistol during raids.

Don't Blindly Trust Your Form 16

Don't Blindly Trust Your Form 16

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Salaried taxpayers should not use these forms blindly to file their income-tax returns.

Ex-PM IK Gujral's son Naresh duped of Rs 7.8 cr in cyber scam

Ex-PM IK Gujral's son Naresh duped of Rs 7.8 cr in cyber scam

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

Former Rajya Sabha MP Naresh Gujral was allegedly duped of Rs 7.8 crore after cyber fraudsters impersonated him on a messaging app and tricked his company's chief financial officer into transferring funds to multiple bank accounts, the police said on Thursday.

Moana Review: Another Pointless Disney Remake

Moana Review: Another Pointless Disney Remake

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

The live-action Moana faithfully recreates the original, but rarely captures its magic.

4 killed in landslide, wall collapse in Pune, two swept away; 500 shifted

4 killed in landslide, wall collapse in Pune, two swept away; 500 shifted

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

A landslide in Maval tehsil, Pune district, has buried a house, with three family members feared trapped. Rescue operations are underway by NDRF and police, while heavy rainfall has also caused waterlogging and partial closure of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway.

Sena corporator, aides held for assaulting doctors in Thane

Sena corporator, aides held for assaulting doctors in Thane

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre and three associates have been arrested for allegedly assaulting doctors and medical staff at a civic-run hospital in Thane, Maharashtra, following public outrage and pressure from the Indian Medical Association.

Can You Be Rejected For A Job Because You're LGBTQIA+?

Can You Be Rejected For A Job Because You're LGBTQIA+?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

'A recruiter has no legitimate basis to ask whether you are married, in a same-sex relationship or planning to transition,' says Sonam Chandwani, managing partner at KS Legal & Associates.

Wipro issues statement, says zero tolerance for religious harassment

Wipro issues statement, says zero tolerance for religious harassment

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Wipro Technologies has issued a statement affirming its commitment to employee welfare and a safe workplace, stating it is fully cooperating with authorities regarding allegations of religious harassment, workplace discrimination, and forced resignation made by a former woman employee in Pune.

Amazon Unveils Proteus Robot For European Fulfilment Centres

Amazon Unveils Proteus Robot For European Fulfilment Centres

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Amazon has launched its next-generation Proteus robot in European fulfilment centres to assist employees with physically demanding tasks. This initiative is part of a broader 10 billion euro investment to modernise operations and create 25,000 new jobs, with Proteus using natural language commands for seamless human-robot collaboration.

'We Treat Retirement Like A Distant Destination'

'We Treat Retirement Like A Distant Destination'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

If you have ever said 'I'll sort retirement later,' now is when 'later' begins.

Govt Ratifies 8.25% EPF Interest for FY'26, Credit Expected This Month

Govt Ratifies 8.25% EPF Interest for FY'26, Credit Expected This Month

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

The Indian government has ratified an 8.25 per cent interest rate on Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) deposits for the financial year 2025-26, with over seven crore contributing members expected to see this credited to their accounts this month.

Mumbai Customs Nabs Banker In Rs 11.8 Crore Drug Bust

Mumbai Customs Nabs Banker In Rs 11.8 Crore Drug Bust

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Mumbai Customs has arrested a 29-year-old woman, a private bank employee and beauty pageant runner-up, for allegedly smuggling 11.8 kg of hydroponic weed worth Rs 11.8 crore from Bangkok into India. She was apprehended at CSMIA and has been sent to judicial custody under the NDPS Act.

Unified Command To Tackle AI Threats

Unified Command To Tackle AI Threats

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

'The government has to act as one unit since the threat from these newer models will soon scale up.'

Satluj Writer: 'If A Region Has A Violent History, Will We Bury That?'

Satluj Writer: 'If A Region Has A Violent History, Will We Bury That?'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

'...Or will we take a positive approach and learn from those mistakes so that it is not repeated in future?'

Six Arrested In Mumbai For Attack On Airport Union Leader

Six Arrested In Mumbai For Attack On Airport Union Leader

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Mumbai police have arrested six individuals in connection with an alleged attack on Sarwar Mohammad, working president of the All India Airports Aviation Employees Union, in the Vile Parle area. The incident involved a group attacking Mohammad's car near the airport, and a probe is ongoing to determine the motive.

AI Agents to Equal Human Staff, No Downsizing Planned: TCS' Chandra

AI Agents to Equal Human Staff, No Downsizing Planned: TCS' Chandra

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) Chairman N Chandrasekaran announced that the company anticipates having as many artificial intelligence (AI) agents as its human workforce, currently half a million, while assuring that no staff downsizing is planned.

Anthropic Restores Fable 5, Mythos 5 Access After US Lifts Export Controls

Anthropic Restores Fable 5, Mythos 5 Access After US Lifts Export Controls

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

Artificial intelligence major Anthropic has reinstated access to its Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models after the US government lifted export controls imposed due to national security concerns over a "jailbreak" vulnerability. The company has implemented new safeguards and is collaborating with major tech firms to develop a framework for addressing AI model vulnerabilities. India, a significant market for Anthropic, will see Fable 5 available globally, while Mythos 5 access expands under Project Glasswing.

Air India May Restore Flight Cuts

Air India May Restore Flight Cuts

Rediff.com27 Jun 2026

'We may be able to wind back some of the schedule reductions we'd taken in recent months.'

Teejan Bai: From Outcast To Global Icon

Teejan Bai: From Outcast To Global Icon

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

Despite international fame, she remained rooted in village traditions. Friends recalled that success never changed her lifestyle.

Ram Temple donation scam: Security agency cites SBI request

Ram Temple donation scam: Security agency cites SBI request

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

A private security agency has denied involvement in the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The agency stated it only recruited personnel for housekeeping at an SBI branch at the bank's request, disclaiming responsibility for their duties or the alleged theft, which is currently under SIT investigation.

IAS officer transferred in UP days after altercation with BJP leader

IAS officer transferred in UP days after altercation with BJP leader

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

Days after an altercation with a Bharatiya Janata Party block chief, IAS officer Rinku Singh Rahee, posted as sub-divisional magistrate (SDM) of Jalaun tehsil, has been transferred with immediate effect.