Word of the day: Egregious

Egregious, a word with Latin origins meaning “distinguished,” has evolved to describe actions or behavior that are shockingly bad and unacceptable. This powerful term, pronounced /ih-GREE-jus/, emphasizes severe wrongdoing or glaring mistakes, lending credibility and a formidable voice to discussions on ethical and critical matters.

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Narayana Murthy points to China’s 9-9-6 rule to justify 72-hour work weeks: Indian youth says enough

A debate on work-life balance is reignited in India. Infosys founder N. R. Narayana Murthy suggested young Indians adopt a 72-hour work week. This sparked immediate backlash from workers citing long commutes, rising expenses, and constant after-hours communication. Employees emphasize that current long hours do not yield better results. They seek fair pay, predictable hours,…

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Blake Lizotte leads the way in Pittsburgh Penguins’ dominant 4-0 win over Nashville Predators

Blake Lizotte delivered a standout performance, fueling the Pittsburgh Penguins’ dominant 4-0 shutout against the Nashville Predators. His relentless energy, defensive prowess, and penalty-killing contributions were instrumental in the victory. Lizotte’s impactful two-way play, even from the fourth line, showcased his growing importance to the team’s success and provided a much-needed spark.

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‘Battling for India in Washington DC’: Indian-origin venture capitalist claims she’s behind Trump’s change of heart on H-1B

Indian-origin venture capitalist Asha Jadeja Motwani claims she influenced President Trump’s stance on H-1B visas, advocating for skilled Indian talent. Motwani, a Republican donor, highlighted her access to Trump and VP Vance, urging more Indian-American high-net-worth individuals to engage with the administration for India’s benefit. Motwani said the diaspora must put in an effort to…

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‘Will engage constructively’: India reacts to Sheikh Hasina verdict; Yunus govt calls for ex-PM’s return

India has officially recognized the controversial death sentence issued against former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina by a special tribunal. In response, New Delhi reiterated its commitment to engage constructively with all stakeholders to promote peace and stability in Bangladesh. Meanwhile, Dhaka has requested India to extradite Hasina, branding any form of refuge as an…

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