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Wipro Appoints Vinay Firake as CEO of APMEA Strategic Market Unit

Wipro Appoints Vinay Firake as CEO of APMEA Strategic Market Unit

Wipro, a leading IT major, has announced the appointment of Vinay Firake as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of its Asia Pacific, India, Middle East, and Africa (APMEA) strategic market unit (SMU), effective immediately. Firake will report directly to Srini Pallia, Wipro’s CEO and Managing Director, and will also join the company’s executive board. Succeeding …

Neeraj Chopra Kicks Off 2024 Season with Silver at Doha Diamond League

Neeraj Chopra Kicks Off 2024 Season with Silver at Doha Diamond League

Neeraj Chopra, the reigning Olympic and world champion in javelin throw, started his 2024 season on a strong note, securing a second-place finish at the Doha Diamond League 2024. Chopra’s impressive throw of 88.36m on his final attempt fell just 2cm short of Czechia’s Jakub Vadlejch, the reigning Diamond League champion and Tokyo 2020 silver …

EU Adopts Groundbreaking Legislation Combatting Violence Against Women

EU Adopts Groundbreaking Legislation Combatting Violence Against Women

The European Union has passed its first-ever legislation aimed at combating violence against women. The law mandates all EU member states to criminalize practices such as female genital mutilation, forced marriage, and online harassment. Despite unanimous agreement on the necessity of the legislation, disagreements arose regarding a common definition of rape. Despite this, the law …

Infosys Receives ISO 42001:2023 Certification for Responsible AI Management

Infosys Receives ISO 42001:2023 Certification for Responsible AI Management

Infosys, a global leader in digital services and consulting, has been awarded the ISO 42001:2023 certification by TUV India, for its Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS). This certification highlights Infosys’ commitment to implementing responsible AI practices and adhering to regulatory standards. Responsible AI Framework Infosys’ AIMS framework, part of the Topaz Responsible AI Suite, focuses …

Coca-Cola India Joins Forces with Hockey India to Empower Women's Hockey

Coca-Cola India Joins Forces with Hockey India to Empower Women’s Hockey

Anandana, The Coca-Cola India Foundation, has forged its maiden alliance with Hockey India for the National Women’s Hockey League 2024. This collaboration aims to elevate women’s hockey by providing essential resources and support to players, aligning with Coca-Cola India’s commitment to sports and gender equality through its #SheTheDifference campaign. Partnership Details In a strategic move …

Dileep Sanghani Elected As Chairman Of IFFCO

Dileep Sanghani Elected As Chairman Of IFFCO

The Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative (IFFCO) has successfully conducted its 15th RGB elections for its Board of Directors, marking a remarkable milestone in cooperative governance. This massive exercise, spanning over two months, encompassed participation from more than 36,000 cooperative societies across the nation. New Leadership at the Helm The elections, held on May 9, 2024, …

India-Oman Collaboration on Shark and Ray Research in Arabian Sea

India-Oman Collaboration on Shark and Ray Research in Arabian Sea

In a significant move to bolster research and conservation efforts concerning sharks and rays in the Arabian Sea, India and Oman are set to embark on a joint initiative. This collaboration aims to enhance understanding, promote conservation, and facilitate capacity building in elasmobranch research, with a particular focus on the Arabian Sea region. Workshop Announcement …