India’s Global Capability Centre (GCC) ecosystem, already employing 1.9 million, is poised to add 2.8 to 4 million jobs by FY30, driven by digital roles. However, this rapid expansion coincides with a complex regulatory environment, requiring GCCs to navigate over 500 legal requirements and 2,000 annual compliance actions across multiple authorities.
Malayalam filmmaker Vineeth Sreenivasan expressed optimism following the success of Dulquer Salmaan’s ‘Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra’. He highlighted the film’s impact on boosting confidence for producers and filmmakers, emphasizing the need for stronger OTT support to encourage diverse regional cinema. Sreenivasan also noted the growing international reach of Malayalam films due to increased migration.
Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu dismisses concerns over Arattai’s app ranking drop, calling it a normal business fluctuation. He emphasized Zoho’s decade-long commitment to messaging technology and a long-term vision for Arattai, viewing it as a 5-15 year project. Vembu believes competition is vital to keep monopolists honest and stated Zoho remains focused on development.
Rahul Gandhi alleged that democracy is being “murdered live” in India, accusing the BJP and Election Commission of electoral manipulation. He cited the destruction of CCTV footage from the 2024 Lok Sabha elections in Delhi and instances of alleged multiple voting across states as evidence of “vote chori” (vote theft).
Singer Udit Narayan faced controversy after a video showed him kissing a fan on stage. Music composer Abu Malik described the act as odd and desperate. Malik also commented on Narayan’s humble nature but suggested he remain grounded. The composer further criticized singer Kumar Sanu, calling him arrogant and overly political.
Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt, admired Bollywood couple, married on April 14, 2022, in an intimate ceremony at their Mumbai home. Their bond, rooted in friendship and respect, deepened after the birth of their daughter, Raha. They are set to reunite in the highly anticipated film Love and War, expected in 2026.
Patna is buzzing with anticipation as Bihar’s election results near. Political parties are gearing up for victory celebrations, with workers preparing vast quantities of sweets and symbolic decorations. Both the NDA and Mahagathbandhan camps express confidence in their win, while individual candidates also make elaborate arrangements for the outcome.
Debrigarh wildlife sanctuary is moving towards becoming Odisha’s third tiger reserve. The forest department has requested the revenue department to organise mandatory gram sabhas in 55 villages. This step is crucial before the sanctuary can be officially notified as a tiger reserve. The process aims to gather public feedback and address people’s rights.
Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales is urging tech giants like Google and OpenAI to pay for using the encyclopedia’s content to train their large language models. He argues that the immense traffic from AI bots strains Wikipedia’s resources, which are funded by public donations, making it unsustainable to support for-profit companies.
