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Acer India introduces menstrual leave for female staff

"A workplace that truly supports its people goes beyond policies—it fosters understanding, respect, and real change," said Harish Kohli, President and Managing Director of Acer India.

Bhasker Bhandary, Senior Director of HR at Acer India, added, “True inclusivity is about creating a culture of empathy and support. With ‘Matrika’, we aim to recognise the health needs of our female employees while reinforcing workplace equity.”

The Silicon Valleys of the World: Global tech hubs shaping the future

Over time, as the tech industry expanded globally, cities across the world have adopted the "Silicon Valley" moniker to reflect their ambition to become major technology hubs. (Image: LinkedIn)

Silicon Valley, located in the South San Francisco Bay Area of California, is the world’s most renowned technology hub. Here’s a roundup of the most notable regions that have earned the nickname in their respective parts of the world.

40% of couples spend over 7.5 Lakhs on wedding venues: Report

Wedding venue costs have risen significantly, with the average cost of a wedding venue now around 6 lakhs. (Image: aenl-weddings-godhydmIwgc via Unsplash)

A significant shift has been noted in generational preferences, with 62% of couples now belonging to Gen Z, an increase of 49% compared to the previous year. Meanwhile, Millennials make up 30% of couples getting married, although this demographic has seen a decrease of 54% compared to last year.

Kunal Kamra row: Maha CM Devendra Fadnavis slams comedian over “gaddar” jibe at Eknath Shinde

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has called for an apology after stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra branded Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde a "gaddar" during a live performance in Mumbai.

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis responded strongly to Kamra’s comments, emphasizing that while the right to comedy is protected, it should not cross the line into defamation.

Mumbai’s Indie Habitat center shuts down after Kunal Kamra row

The case stems from a performance earlier this year, where Kamra allegedly mocked Shinde by altering a popular Hindi song from the film Dil To Pagal Hai, using the term "gaddar" in reference to the Maharashtra leader.

The controversial video involving comedian Kunal Kamra and his jibe at Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has led to violence at the Habitat Studio, resulting in a temporary closure.

Coca-Cola’s James Quincey on AI’s human face problem in marketing

Looking forward, Quincey anticipates a breakthrough in AI's ability to create realistic human faces, which, combined with cost-effective production, will revolutionize marketing. However, he cautioned against over-reliance on AI-generated ads, warning that excessive consumer targeting could lead to annoyance.

Quincey admitted the company initially lacked clear strategies for generative AI, but embraced it to avoid stagnation.