Recruitment platforms Glassdoor and Indeed lay off 1,300 employees, replacing them with AI: Will there be a time when bots will be hiring bots?

Glassdoor and Indeed, under Recruit Holdings, have laid off 1,300 employees due to a strategic shift towards AI-driven automation in hiring processes. This restructuring aims to streamline recruitment by using AI for tasks like resume screening and candidate ranking. The move raises concerns about the future of human roles in HR and the broader implications…

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Forex update: Reserves fall by $3 billion to $699.736 billion in early July; foreign currency assets slip sharply

India’s foreign exchange reserves experienced a decline of $3.049 billion, reaching $699.736 billion for the week ending July 4, as per RBI data. This decrease was primarily driven by a significant drop in foreign currency assets, although gold reserves and SDRs saw increases. The reserves are crucial for managing external vulnerabilities and maintaining financial stability.

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Maharashtra class 5 and 8 scholarship results 2025 out: 22.06% students qualify, check details here

The MSCE Pune declared the Class 5 and 8 scholarship exam results held on February 9, 2025, revealing a 22.06% pass rate out of 9,13,258 students. Class 5 students outperformed Class 8, but overall performance indicates a need for improved foundational learning in Maharashtra. Only 31,786 students made the merit list, highlighting academic challenges.

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Naseeruddin Shah once revealed he was sceptical of Omkara

Naseeruddin Shah initially hesitated joining Omkara, skeptical until the script revealed its rooted adaptation of Othello. He criticized Bollywood’s unacknowledged borrowing from Shakespeare, appreciating Omkara’s realistic portrayal of Uttar Pradesh and fleshed-out characters. The film, featuring Saif Ali Khan’s iconic performance, became a cinematic milestone with its rustic dialogue and memorable music.

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