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China’s Draft to Regulate AI Chatbots Raises Questions About User Privacy and Online Speech

China has released draft rules to regulate human-like AI chatbots, introducing strict requirements on user identification, safety monitoring, and content controls. The move raises concerns over data privacy and online speech. The post China’s Draft to Regulate AI Chatbots Raises Questions About User Privacy and Online Speech appeared first on MEDIANAMA .

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Draft rules for Labour Codes open for public consultation

Earlier this week, the Centre notified the draft rules for the Labour Codes, namely The Code on Wages, 2019; the Industrial Relations Code, 2020; the Code on Social Security, 2020; and the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020. The public and all stakeholders are free to give their feedback and suggestions or objections, [...] The post Draft rules for Labour Codes open for public consultation appeared first on HR Katha .

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Zomato, Blinkit deliver record 75 lakh+ orders on New Year's Eve despite strike calls: Deepinder Goyal

Zomato and Blinkit delivered more than 75 lakh orders on New Year’s Eve, setting an all-time record for both platforms, even as some gig worker unions called for a nationwide strike . In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Deepinder Goyal, founder and CEO of Eternal, which owns Zomato, said operations were not affected by strike calls that had circulated for several days. He said support from local law enforcement helped maintain order in many cities. According to Goyal, more than 4.5 lakh delivery partners worked on New Year’s Eve and served over 63 lakh customers across the country. This allowed Zomato and Blinkit to cross the 75 lakh order mark in a single day, the highest ever for the platforms. New Year’s Eve is typically one of the busiest days for food delivery and quick commerce services. Goyal said the record numbers were achieved without offering any special incentives beyond what is normally provided during this period. He added that higher payouts on New Year’s Eve are stand...

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Ageing with Dignity: The Antara Senior Care Story

India is ageing fast. Seniors already account for 11% of the population. By 2050, that share will double to 21% - meaning one in every five Indians will be aged above 60. With longer lifespans, shrinking family units and dual-income households, one truth is clear: More seniors will age alone and with more complex care needs than ever before. On Young Turks Reloaded, Shereen Bhan speaks with Tara Singh Vachani, Executive Chairperson of Antara Senior Care, a company that's determined to reshape how India thinks about ageing and elder care.She recalls Antara’s early years, battling stigma and misconception, when senior care facilities were perceived as aid to abandonment. But now, the mindset has evolved, especially after the pandemic. “People have started believing in wellness a lot more. They have understood that, as they get older, they need an ecosystem to support them,” Tara shares. Today, 60-year-olds are redefining retirement. It’s no longer just about grandchildren and slowing ...

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IIT-Hyderabad student makes history: Rs 2.5 crore package breaks records amid tough job market

An Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad student has achieved a record Rs 2.5 crore package from Optiver. Edward Nathan Varghese will join the Netherlands-based firm as a software engineer. This historic offer highlights the institute's growing placement standards. Average packages have also seen a significant jump this placement season. The institute continues to produce highly sought-after talent.