Author: Supriya Jha
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Samsung Workers’ Strike in Sriperumbudur: A Key Industrial Standoff
Overview of the Strike Key Demands by Workers Samsung’s Position Samsung has defended its stance by stating that its workers earn 1.8 times more than the regional average and receive overtime pay along with other benefits. The company has expressed a willingness…
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Godrej Consumer Products Ventures into Pet Care Market
Investment and Strategic Partnership Godrej Consumer Products Ltd (GCPL) is set to make a significant entry into India’s pet care market by FY26 with the launch of its new subsidiary, Godrej Pet Care. To support this venture, the company plans…
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Aditya Birla Group Forays into the Indian Jewellery Market: Diversification & Growth Strategy
Last week, the Aditya Birla Group entered the Indian jewellery market with the launch of its new brand, Indriya, backed by a substantial investment of ₹5,000 crores. This ambitious venture aims to position Indriya among the top three jewellery retailers…
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Platform-Based Gig Workers in India: Legal Landscape and Current State
Introducing the Topic: The platform-based gig economy has been steadily expanding, with more companies entering the digital space. According to a NITI Aayog projection, the gig workforce is expected to grow to 23.5 million workers by 2030. While the gig economy has…
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Koo: A Promising Indian Social Media Startup That Failed to Take Flight
Koo, the Indian social media platform aspiring to rival Twitter, recently shut down after failing to find a buyer. Emergence Amid Government-Twitter TensionsDuring a period of government-Twitter tensions, Koo emerged, promising a homegrown alternative adhering to local regulations. The platform…
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Electoral Bond Scheme Declared Unconstitutional by Supreme Court of India
The Supreme Court of India has declared the electoral bond scheme introduced by the government as unconstitutional, arbitrary, and violative of Article 14 of the Indian Constitution. The scheme allowed corporations and individuals to anonymously donate money to political parties…
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Japan loses crown as world’s third-largest economy after it slips into recession
Japan has slipped from being the world’s third-largest economy to the fourth, behind Germany, due to a combination of factors including a weak yen, an aging population, and economic challenges. Despite a 1.9% growth in 2023, Japan’s nominal GDP stood…