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The Times of India Didi picks Left-TMC's 'go-to man' as Kolkata Police boss

Manoj Kumar Verma, a 1998-batch IPS officer known for handling crises, has taken over as Kolkata Police commissioner from Vineet Goyal. This move follows CM Mamata Banerjee's discussions with junior doctors protesting the RG Kar hospital rape-murder case. Other key officials were also replaced to meet the doctors' demands.

The Times of India Didi picks Left-TMC's 'go-to man' as Kolkata Police boss

Manoj Kumar Verma, a 1998-batch IPS officer known for handling crises, has taken over as Kolkata Police commissioner from Vineet Goyal. This move follows CM Mamata Banerjee's discussions with junior doctors protesting the RG Kar hospital rape-murder case. Other key officials were also replaced to meet the doctors' demands.

The Times of India How will pvt guards inspire confidence, asks SC

The Supreme Court raised concerns about West Bengal's 'Rattirer Sathi' scheme, which employs private security for government hospitals. This follows an incident involving a civic volunteer at R G Kar Medical College & Hospital.

The Times of India After Sanjauli, Mandi, demand for razing another HP mosque

Residents and organizations in Shimla are calling for the demolition of an allegedly illegal mosque in Kasumpti due to concerns about gatherings of unidentified non-locals. Former deputy mayor Rakesh Sharma led a delegation to submit a memorandum to the deputy commissioner. Similar protests over illegal mosques have occurred recently in Sanjauli and Mandi.

The Times of India After Sanjauli, Mandi, demand for razing another HP mosque

Residents and organizations in Shimla are calling for the demolition of an allegedly illegal mosque in Kasumpti due to concerns about gatherings of unidentified non-locals. Former deputy mayor Rakesh Sharma led a delegation to submit a memorandum to the deputy commissioner. Similar protests over illegal mosques have occurred recently in Sanjauli and Mandi.

The Times of India Quad, UNGA, bilaterals: Govt details PM's US visit itinerary

PM Modi's three-day visit to the US starts on Sept 21 with his participation in the Quad Summit hosted by President Biden. He will address the UNGA Summit of the Future on Sept 23 and meet with US-based CEOs and Indian community members to enhance collaborations in advanced technologies such as AI, quantum computing, semiconductors, and biotechnology.

The Times of India Adopt digital technology to manage patient data, Nadda urges hospitals

Union health minister J P Nadda urged hospitals to adopt digital technology for healthcare data management, highlighting its role in ensuring data security and accessibility. He noted the government's efforts in promoting telemedicine and e-health services. NABH introduced new digital health standards, with 275 hospitals applying for certification, aiming to enhance healthcare efficiency.

The Times of India GCCs offer higher salaries to freshers

Despite inflation, entry-level salaries in the IT sector have stayed around Rs 3-4 lakh for over a decade. In contrast, Global Capability Centres (GCCs) offer higher pay, with some roles earning over Rs 8 lakh annually. GCCs focus on quality and strategic alignment, attracting talent from premier institutions.

The Times of India India must build its own chip design cos: Cadence

Anirudh Devgan, CEO of Cadence Design, emphasizes India's strides in the semiconductor sector. He recommends prioritizing incentives for product companies creating intellectual property within India over manufacturing investments alone. This approach is expected to generate greater wealth and employment opportunities by harnessing India's existing chip design talent for both local and global markets.

The Times of India Didn't pay over Rs 3,500cr in TDS & PF, admits SpiceJet

SpiceJet has revealed it failed to pay Rs 2,200 crore in TDS deducted from employees' salaries and Rs 1,353 crore in PF from April 2020 to August 2023. The airline seeks to raise Rs 3,000 crore by month-end to resolve financial problems like grounded aircraft due to unpaid dues and maintenance issues.

The Times of India Trade deficit close to all-time high, thanks to record imports

India's trade deficit nearly reached a record high in August with total imports rising to $64.4 billion due to a surge in gold shipments, while exports fell to $34.7 billion. Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal attributed this increase to higher prices and festival season stocking, considering these figures normal for an emerging market economy.

The Times of India New audit norms planned to check frauds

The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) has suggested updating an outdated accounting standard to align with global norms, focusing on listed private companies. This proposal aims to safeguard investors by addressing multiple accounting lapses. Despite resistance from auditors, NFRA stresses the importance of modern standards given today's complex financial systems and increasing retail investor participation.