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Microsoft Offers Voluntary Buyouts to Nearly 60,000 Employees

Microsoft Chief People Officer Amy Coleman announced a Voluntary Exit Offer to about 60,000 employees as part of the company's strategy to manage organizational change. This offer targets employees at Level 70 and below in the US, Canada, India, and the UK, excluding sales, engineering, and some corporate roles. It aims to reduce workforce costs without involuntary layoffs, following heavy AI investments and prior headcount cuts.

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Guwahati Shooting: Four Family Members Killed Over Hotel Lease Dispute

In Guwahati, Assam, a shooting incident linked to a lease dispute over Hotel Bilas Inn resulted in five deaths, including four family members. The police arrested Ghanakant Gogoi, who leased the hotel, and recovered a .32 bore pistol used in the attack. The incident occurred Monday night in Bora Service area, injuring six people, with one still hospitalized. The dispute was between the hotel owner and the lessee.

Amar Ujala··Guwahati

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News Body May Move SC Against DPDP Act Over Free Speech Concerns

The Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA) plans to challenge the constitutional validity of several provisions of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act and related government rules in the Supreme Court. DNPA alleges these provisions violate the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression and pose a threat to journalistic activities.

Times of India·

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Double Fortified Salt Offers Affordable Solution to India's Anaemia Crisis

Anaemia, primarily caused by iron deficiency, remains a major public health issue in India, affecting over half of women and nearly 75% of children. It leads to maternal mortality, malnutrition cycles, cognitive impairment, and economic losses. The Government of India's Anaemia Mukt Bharat strategy addresses this with a comprehensive approach. Double fortified salt, costing ₹14-₹20 per person annually, is a scalable, affordable nutrition intervention to combat anaemia.

Hindu Health·

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Cyclone Arnab Triggers Alerts in UP, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh

Cyclone Arnab has prompted increased vigilance in Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh. The weather department warned of heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds. Odisha is evacuating people from sensitive areas and closing schools in six southern districts. Andhra Pradesh released 27 crore rupees for relief in 20 districts. Uttar Pradesh expects unseasonal rain and issued alerts from October 28 to 31, advising caution for residents and farmers.

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Dez Bryant Handcuffed After Road-Rage Incident in Texas

Former Dallas Cowboys star Dez Bryant was handcuffed by police following a road-rage confrontation in Southlake, Texas. The incident began at a traffic light when Bryant accused two drivers of reckless driving. The dispute escalated in a restaurant parking lot, where Bryant was threatened with a gun. Police detained Bryant and issued a citation during the chaotic altercation.

HT Sports··Southlake

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