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India Today
5 hours ago
- Politics
- India Today
Karnataka BJP chief says Amit Shah asked party to fight Congress ‘corruption'
BJP state president BY Vijayendra on Friday said Union Home Minister Amit Shah has advised the Karnataka unit of the BJP to intensify its opposition to the Congress-led state government, calling for a more aggressive stand against what the party terms as 'corruption' and 'appeasement politics'.Vijayendra said Shah, who was in Bengaluru to inaugurate the Adichunchanagiri University campus and BGS Medical College and Hospital, held a key meeting with senior state leaders including former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai, Leader of Opposition R Ashoka, and MLA Aravind discussed the political scenario in Karnataka and the current developments. Shah ji has given clear suggestions and guidance to intensify our fight against the corrupt Congress government,' Vijayendra told reporters. The BJP leader accused the Siddaramaiah-led Congress government of making policy decisions purely to appease minority communities. He cited the recent move to increase housing scheme reservations for minorities from 10 to 15 per cent as an example. 'This is divisive politics,' he said. 'While Prime Minister Modi ensures justice for all with his 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas' vision, CM Siddaramaiah is demeaning the dignity of his position.'Vijayendra also described the state government as a 'Tughlaq Darbar', alleging that Siddaramaiah has forgotten his responsibilities as an elected leader. 'People will teach this government a lesson,' he reports of unrest within the BJP, Vijayendra admitted to some dissatisfaction among party members but downplayed it as a localised issue. 'Leaders like Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, CT Ravi, and Ravi Kumar are holding talks to resolve it,' he BJP is also expected to begin coordination talks with its ally JD(S) ahead of the Assembly session. Vijayendra confirmed that meetings will be held with JD(S) leader HD Kumaraswamy and other legislators to strengthen the Watch IN THIS STORY#Karnataka
Time of India
16 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
'Genpact's your soulmate now': Social media reacts as IT major allegedly ups working hours to 10
Genpact faces employee opposition after increasing daily work hours to ten. Employees express concerns about work-life balance and productivity monitoring. The new policy, scheduled for mid-June, creates tension at the Hyderabad offices. Employees fear increased work pressure and rising attrition. HR experts suggest a post-pandemic shift in corporate strategy. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads How people reacted? Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Genpact's recent decision to increase daily work hours to ten has sparked criticism from both employees and HR experts, who argue that the move goes against progressive workplace practices. Employees have taken to social media to voice their concerns, citing fears over increased productivity monitoring and a negative impact on work-life change, communicated internally around 20 days ago, is set to be implemented by mid-June. According to The Hindi, the announcement has created unease among staff, particularly at the company's Hyderabad offices, where tensions are reportedly high.A number of employees have taken to social media to slam the the new system, the employees explained, 'productivity' will be monitored through an internal portal that tracks daily active hours.'If I clock the allotted time, I earn 500 points per month, which is worth ₹3,000. We have been told that 5% of it, which is ₹150 in my case, will be paid for the additional time. It hardly feels like an incentive.'"Wow @Genpact really said, "Forget a life outside work!" With 70% of employees earning under 10Lakh/year, they've now blessed you with a 10-hour workday. Add Bangalore's 3-4 hour traffic jam, and poof—14 hours of your day gone! Marriage? Kids? Nah, Genpact's your soulmate now," said a user on employee also noted that the 10-hour policy isn't even official, but is passed through managers and agents, reported ETHR.'This is absolutely pathetic and the company increased working hours to 10, without increasing salary,' wrote one Reddit user.'Not just that, you have to complete 'WAM' that basically is an abusive tool which logs keystrokes. You have to maintain 9 hrs of those out of 10 now, or you get warning mails. 3-4 of such emails and they deduct your bonus and kill appraisals (sic),' the user Siddaramaiah-led Karnataka government has allegedly moved to extend daily working hours in certain sectors, including IT, from 10 hours to 12 hours, a move met with resistance from several trade per Section 7 of the Karnataka Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1961, the working hours per day cannot exceed nine hours and the maximum hours of overtime cannot exceed 10 hours. The Act also puts an upper limit of 50 hours on overtime (OT) work for three months. Through the proposed changes, the government seeks to extend the maximum working hours to 10 hours a day and the maximum overtime to 12 hours a day. It also seeks to increase the overtime limit from 50 to 144 hours in three months, according to a Deccan Herald report.
India Today
2 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
Relief for HD Kumaraswamy as Karnataka High Court stays SIT probe in land case
The Karnataka High Court on Thursday granted interim relief to Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy by staying the proceedings of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into alleged land encroachment in Kethaganahalli, Ramanagara decision comes after Kumaraswamy challenged the formation of the SIT, which had been constituted by the state government in January 2025 to investigate accusations of illegal land court, during a hearing held on June 19, observed that prima facie there appeared to be no formal notification issued to accompany the Government Order that formed the SIT. Justice ES Indiresh, who presided over the matter, noted this procedural lapse and ordered that both the Government Order forming the SIT and the summons issued to Kumaraswamy be stayed until the next date of High Court also directed the Learned Government Advocate to take notice in the case. Senior Advocate Udaya Holla and Advocate Nishanth AV appeared on behalf of the Union ruling offers significant relief to Kumaraswamy, who had contested the legality of the SIT's constitution and its summons in relation to the land encroachment had previously called the land survey in Ramanagara politically motivated, accusing the Chief Minister Siddaramaiah-led Congress government of targeting him. 'Earlier, SITs were under IPS officers, now they are under IAS officers too,' he had claimed he legally purchased the Kethaganahalli land in 1984 and has been unfairly scrutinised for decades. 'Unlike Siddaramaiah, I have not looted government land. Let them investigate - I have nothing to hide,' he had the survey process, he had alleged it was planned without notice and questioned the sudden emergence of complaints. He had also claimed to have records of others involved in illegal land deals.
Economic Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Economic Times
Bad news for techies: Karnataka govt plans to increase working hours to 12 hours per day; IT unions oppose move
Karnataka working hours' move follows Andhra Live Events Trade Unions against proposed rise in Karnataka working hours (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel The Siddaramaiah-led Karnataka government has alleged move to extend daily working hours in certain sectors, including IT, from 10 hours to 12 hours, a move met with resistance from several trade per Section 7 of the Karnataka Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1961, the working hours per day cannot exceed nine hours and the maximum hours of overtime cannot exceed 10 hours. The Act also puts an upper limit of 50 hours on overtime (OT) work for three months. Through the proposed changes, the government seeks to extend the maximum working hours to 10 hours a day and the maximum overtime to 12 hours a day. It also seeks to increase the overtime limit from 50 to 144 hours in three months, according to a Deccan Herald TDP-led NDA government in Andhra Pradesh has decided to raise the maximum working hours from nine to 10 per day as part of ease of doing business and attracting Information and Public Relations (I&PR) Minister K Parthasarathy said that it has been decided to amend labour laws to make them 'favourable' to workers and to the I&PR Minister, women were not allowed to work in the night shifts earlier but now they can work with safeguards such as consent, transport facility, security and said the workplace of women during night shifts should be fully illuminated."When you work extra, income will increase. By these rules women can work in the formal sector. They empower women economically and promote gender inclusion and industrial growth. Also contribute to women's empowerment," he K Ramakrishna, State Secretary of CPI, opposed the NDA alliance government's stand on labour laws amendments. He alleged that the Central and state governments are working against the interests of trade unions on Wednesday strongly opposed the Karnataka government's alleged move to extend daily working hours in certain sectors, including state Labour Department on Wednesday convened a meeting with the industry representatives and trade union leaders to discuss a proposed amendment to the Karnataka Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, which reportedly seeks to increase the daily working hours to State IT/ITeS Employees Union (KITU) said it opposed the proposal, calling it a form of "modern-day slavery".It appealed to all employees across the sector to unite and resist the proposed changes, which it claims would gravely impact work-life balance and job said its leaders Suhas Adiga and Lenil Babu were among those present in the that the law permitted a maximum of 10 working hours per day including overtime, KITU alleged that the proposed amendment would legalise 12-hour shifts and facilitate a two-shift system, potentially eliminating one-third of the charged that this move prioritises corporate profits over employee welfare and undermines workers' fundamental rights.'The government is attempting to normalise inhuman conditions. This amendment is not about productivity—it's about pleasing corporate bosses by turning human beings into machines,' Adiga cited alarming mental health statistics, and said the 'State Emotional Wellbeing Report 2024,' found that 90 per cent of corporate employees under 25 suffer from anxiety.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Karnataka govt assures Supreme Court no ban on Kamal Haasan's ‘Thug Life' screening
In a fresh development over the ongoing 'Thug Life' row, the Siddaramaiah-led Congress government in Karnataka has submitted its response to the Supreme Court, clarifying that it has not placed any ban or restriction on the film's screening, news agency ANI reported. In its affidavit, the state also assured the Court that adequate protection and security would be provided should the film's producers proceed with the release of the Kamal Haasan-starrer in Karnataka. Additionally, the state government emphasized its commitment to safeguarding all parties involved with the film's release. READ | 'Thug Life' row: Pro-Kannada outfit chief says Kamal Haasan 'should have apologised' However, the affidavit also acknowledged that the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC), the main representative body of the Kannada film industry, had previously written to Kamal Haasan, urging him to apologize for controversial remarks he made about the Kannada language. The actor had reportedly claimed that Kannada 'originated' from Tamil, sparking protests from several pro-Kannada groups. The matter is scheduled for a Supreme Court hearing today, June 19. READ | 'None of its business': Supreme Court pulls up Karnataka high court for Kamal Haasan apology remark Praveen Shetty, chief of a prominent pro-Kannada organisation on Wednesday stated that his organization does not oppose the release of Thug Life. However, he insisted that Haasan should have issued an apology in line with the Karnataka High Court's earlier suggestion. "We are not opposing the release of the movie 'Thug Life' of Kamal Haasan. It was a simple issue. After hurting the sentiments of Karnataka by saying that the Kannada language has been born out of the Tamil language, he should have apologised as per the suggestions given by the Karnataka HC. But he went to the Supreme Court. Now, the Supreme Court has given an order, so we will accept it. Curbing activism by deploying police is against the Constitution and the law of the land," he said. READ | Why would any self-respecting Kannadiga watch 'Thug Life'? asks Pro Kannada outfit leader Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar also appealed to pro-Kannada organizations to honour the Supreme Court's directive, which had instructed the state to ensure the film's unhindered release. "We should all respect the order given by the court in the Kamal Haasan case. I appeal to pro-Kannada organisations that we should not cross our limits and should be peaceful. No one should take the law into their own hands. Our state is a peace-loving state," Shivakumar said. (With inputs from ANI)
