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Time of India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Govt advocate Ajit Kumar appointed Patna HC judge
Patna: President Droupadi Murmu has appointed Bihar government advocate Ajit Kumar as a judge of the Patna high court. A notification to this effect was issued by the Union ministry of law and justice late on Friday evening. Justice-designate Ajit Kumar is scheduled to take oath of office at 4pm on Monday in the Centenary Hall of the Patna high court. Born on Nov 22, 1974, Ajit Kumar received his early education at the prestigious Sainik School, Tilaiya, now in Jharkhand. He went on to graduate from Delhi University and earned his law degree from the Campus Law Centre of the same university. Having enrolled as an advocate in 1999, he joined the Bar of the Patna high court in 2001. Over the course of his career, he also practised in the Delhi high court, Jharkhand high court and the Supreme Court, handling matters related to civil, criminal and constitutional law. With 25 years of legal practice across various constitutional courts, Ajit Kumar developed expertise particularly in labour and service law. He had also worked closely with the late former advocate general Ram Balak Mahto in the Patna high court for a considerable period. In 2015, he was appointed as govt counsel for Bihar in the same court. He continued representing the Bihar govt as its advocate till his elevation to the bench. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
News18
01-08-2025
- Business
- News18
Indias Global Capability Centres plan to expand workforce in FY26: Report
New Delhi, Aug 1 (PTI) India's Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are preparing for a talent expansion in 2025, with most HR leaders across sectors expect aggressive hiring expansion during 2025-26, says a report. According to the report by Taggd in partnership with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and JLL India, hiring sentiment remains strong for FY26, with 48 per cent of GCCs expected to increase hiring, while 19 per cent will maintain similar hiring levels seen in FY24. The report titled 'Cracking the Growth Code for GCCs in India", captures insights from over 100 GCCs across sectors. Early-career lateral talent with 1-5 years of experience remains the core hiring focus for GCCs, balancing cost, capability, and adaptability, the report said. 'For leaders building or scaling GCCs here, India's unique context demands a strategic, location-aware, and talent-centric approach that goes beyond global playbooks," Devashish Sharma, CEO, Taggd said. The report also revealed how the average tenure expectations have decreased significantly, with Gen Z professionals preferring not to remain in the same role for more than 18-24 months because of reasons such as limited career advancement and role stagnation. Moreover, there is a shifting location strategy, Tier 1 cities remain the epicentre, with 60 per cent of GCCs planning to hire exclusively from these six established hubs, while, 29 per cent plan to hire across a mix of Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities, and 13 per cent expect to hire in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. 'Growth of GCCs in India continues to reshape the commercial landscape. Organisations are adopting distributed workforce strategies, leading to a significant shift in their real estate needs," said Ajit Kumar, Managing Director – Work Dynamics Accounts, West Asia at JLL India. The report further noted that Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming recruitment within GCCs, with 48 per cent planning to adopt AI-based hiring tools, while 24 per cent have already implemented them to varying degrees. PTI DRR DR DR view comments First Published: August 01, 2025, 14:15 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Wire
29-07-2025
- Business
- The Wire
Global Creative Tech Giant Adobe Collaborates with Chandigarh University to Launch India's First Express Lounge Lab to Nurture Future-Ready Talent Pool
Employment has Gone Beyond the Realms of Monthly Salary, initiatives like Adobe Express Lounge Lab will Empower Students to Become Solopreneurs: Harpreet Kaur, Director, Talent Acquisition, Adobe India Adobe Express Lounge Lab Established at Chandigarh University will Revolutionize Digital Education, Usher in a New Era of Experiential & Creative Learning: Ajit Kumar, Program Manager, Adobe Adobe Express Lounge Lab Established at Chandigarh University will Redefine the Paradigms of Digital Education, Cultivate Future Tech Leaders: Deep Inder Singh Sandhu, Senior Managing Director, Chandigarh University CHANDIGARH, India, July 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- To empower the next generation of innovators, Adobe - the global leader in digital media and marketing solutions - has established India's first Adobe Express Lounge Lab at Chandigarh University campus. The Adobe Express Lounge, a state-of-the-art digital creativity lab, will revolutionize student learning, innovation and enhance the employability prospects of students through future-ready creative space and cutting-edge tools. During the launch of Adobe Express Lounge, Harpreet Kaur, Director, Talent Acquisition, Adobe India; Ajit Kumar, Program Manager, Adobe; Abhishek Rao, Senior Talent Partner, Adobe; Neetika Lakhtakia, Manager, Talent Operations and Data Reporting & Insights, Adobe India; and Prof Manpreet Singh Manna, Vice-Chancellor, Chandigarh University, among other senior management officials from the varsity, were present at Chandigarh University campus on Thursday. Harpreet Kaur, Director, Talent Acquisition, Adobe India said, "Today's students don't just want to learn, they want to express, collaborate and build something real. As creativity becomes a core skill for Gen Z, tools like Adobe Express are redefining how students prepare for the future. From resumes to reels, clubs to classrooms, we see a shift from passive platforms to active communities. This is where Adobe belongs, bridging career readiness, creative confidence and campus culture." Kaur added, "Employment has gone beyond the realms of monthly salary, earning has a different meaning now and initiatives like Adobe Express Lounge lab will empower students to gain financial independence and also become solopreneurs. The Express Lounge will not only redefine the paradigms of digital education but also nurture a future-ready talent pool in emerging areas through a unique blend of creativity and experiential learning. The Adobe Express Lounge is envisioned as a dynamic, collaborative environment where bold ideas come to life. It offers state-of-the-art infrastructure and industry-leading creative tools designed to foster innovation and digital literacy. By integrating Adobe's latest technology into the academic ecosystem, the lounge supports students in becoming future-ready professionals." Ajit Kumar, Program Manager, Adobe, said, "We are a nation of storytellers, and this era presents an opportunity for each of us to share professional-level narratives with the world. We are dedicated to empowering students to engage in the forward-looking field of creativity and storytelling, facilitated by Adobe Express. To fuel career readiness, the Adobe Express Lounge will play a pivotal role in helping students build personal branding assets, professional portfolios and social media-ready content vital for internships, job placements, entrepreneurship and higher education." "The Adobe Express Lounge in collaboration with Chandigarh University will also benefit students by providing Adobe-certified courses in digital design and content creation, Adobe student ambassador program for campus-based leadership, upskilling opportunities in the fields of creativity and influence marketing, internship and hackathon opportunities with Adobe India, mentorship from Adobe professionals, access to Adobe-led workshops, webinars and exclusive career events. The Adobe Express Lounge Lab is positioned to be a Center of Excellence for Creative AI," added Kumar. Speaking on the occasion, Deep Inder Singh Sandhu, Senior Managing Director, Chandigarh University, said, "The Adobe Express Lounge at Chandigarh University will serve as an innovation and creativity hub for students across disciplines. Our collaboration with Adobe and the creation of India's first Adobe Express Lounge lab reflects our ongoing commitment to deliver future-oriented, industry-aligned education. This lab will bridge the gap between theoretical learning and practical application, nurturing a generation of digitally fluent and creative professionals. This pioneering initiative assumes even greater significance especially at a time when we are witnessing a digital revolution; it indeed is a giant leap forward for Chandigarh University's mission to provide students with cutting-edge technological exposure to enable them to transform their ideas into compelling digital content to transform them into future tech leaders." Sharing details regarding the access to cutting-edge tools and advanced infrastructure at the Express Lounge, Adobe, Harpreet Kaur, Director, Talent Acquisition, Adobe India, said, "The students will get licensed access to Adobe Express, Photoshop, Illustrator, Creative Cloud apps, AI-driven design tools, talent analytics platforms, collaboration software, cloud storage and multimedia workstations. Moreover, they will also get access to Adobe Firefly (generative AI tools) for next-gen content creation. The investment reflects Adobe's ongoing focus on transforming educational ecosystems with enterprise-grade solutions." Kaur added, "The Adobe Express Lounge will cater to a wide range of students from Engineering (Computer Science, AI/ML, IT), Media & Communication Studies, Design and Fine Arts and Business & Marketing among other domains. The training modules will cover Digital storytelling, Personal branding through design, UI/UX principles, Creative resume and portfolio building, AI in creativity and talent analytics. The Express Lounge integrates AI-powered creative tools to empower students to design, create and present impactful digital content. This lab will support Adobe's mission of blending creativity and technology to fuel student storytelling, digital literacy and design thinking." "It will empower students regardless of their prior design experience to create graphics, videos, web pages and a wide range of visual projects through the intuitive Adobe Express platform. The Express Lounge will provide a user-friendly interface, multimedia project support, and a collaborative and cloud-based platform that ensures data security and compliance. In addition, the lounge will serve as a powerful tool for student clubs, societies and event committees, enabling them to design their own branding and promotional materials for cultural, tech and sports festivals, developing both technical and soft skills in the process," added Kaur. As part of this pioneering initiative, industry experts from Adobe visited Chandigarh University and conducted exclusive Express Lounge sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate students across different academic domains. These sessions provided students with hands-on experience, deep insights into real-world applications and a deep understanding of how creative tools can be harnessed across academic and professional settings. As part of CU's strategic partnership with Adobe, joint initiatives like Adobe hackathons, faculty development programs and campus innovation projects will be held annually. Adobe will extend support in designing digital curricula for creative and business courses. Moreover, Adobe leaders will visit campus periodically to mentor and engage with students directly. The Express Lounge is one of the first labs to integrate Adobe Firefly and Express AI tools into a formal university setting. About Chandigarh University Chandigarh University is a NAAC A Grade University and QS World Ranked University. This autonomous educational institution is approved by UGC and is located near Chandigarh in the state of Punjab. It is the youngest university in India and the only private university in Punjab to be honoured with A Grade by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council). CU offers more than 109 UG and PG programs in the fields of engineering, management, pharmacy, law, architecture, journalism, animation, hotel management, commerce, and others. It has been awarded as The University with Best Placements by WCRC. Website address: This is an auto-published feed from PTI with no editorial input from The Wire.
Arab Times
26-07-2025
- Arab Times
Woman 'gang-raped' in ambulance after fainting at recruitment drive in India
BIHAR, India, July 26: A 26-year-old woman taking part in a Home Guard recruitment drive in Gaya district of Bihar was allegedly gang-raped in a moving ambulance after collapsing during a physical test on July 24. The incident took place at the Bihar Military Police grounds in Bodh Gaya, where the recruitment exercise was underway. According to police reports, the woman fainted while undergoing a standard physical endurance test. Event organizers arranged for her to be transported to a hospital via an ambulance stationed at the site. She later alleged that she was sexually assaulted by multiple individuals inside the ambulance while she was unconscious. Following her complaint, a First Information Report (FIR) was filed at the Bodh Gaya police station. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) and a forensic team have been assigned to investigate the case. Authorities arrested two individuals in connection with the incident: ambulance driver Vinay Kumar and technician Ajit Kumar. Both are currently in police custody and undergoing interrogation. CCTV footage has reportedly helped verify the route and timeline of the ambulance's movements during the incident. The woman, in her police complaint, stated that she was only partially conscious during the journey and later informed both police and hospital staff that three to four men assaulted her in the vehicle. The investigation remains ongoing. Authorities have assured that all necessary steps will be taken to ensure justice for the victim.
The Hindu
26-07-2025
- The Hindu
Woman faints during Bihar Military police physical recruitment test, gang-raped inside ambulance on way to hospital; two arrested
Facing humidity and heat, a Bihar Military Police-3 aspirant fainted in the physical recruitment test on Friday (July 25, 2025), at Bodh Gaya and was allegedly gang raped in an ambulance while on the way to the hospital. Two people have been arrested in connection with the gang rape caseat Bodh Gaya police station, lodged by the aspirant on July 25, Friday. The victim had said in her police complaint that she was gang raped by three to four people inside the ambulance, but the police said two people: the driver of the ambulance, Vinay Kumar and the technician on duty, Ajit Kumar, were arrested within two hours of the complaint lodged by the victim. Bodh Gaya Police station in-charge Manoj Kumar told The Hindu over the phone that 'in police investigation yet, only two people were found to be involved in the gang rape, though the victim had charged three-four people. If more people are found involved in the incident in further investigation, they too would be arrested'. Also Read | Dalit minor rape case: Bihar government takes action against two medical officials The driver of the ambulance, Vinay Kumar, is from Gaya district, while the technician Ajit Kumar comes from the neighbouring Nalanda district. The victim BMP-3 aspirant, who was undergoing a physical test for the recruitment, hails from the Imamganj police station area of the Gaya district, bordering Jharkhand. After she fainted during the physical test on Thursday, July 24, when the weather was hot and humid, she was referred to Anugraha Narayan Medical College and Hospital, a government hospital in Gaya, for further treatment. Though she alleged that she was sexually assaulted inside the ambulance by three-four people, which she realized after gaining consciousness. The next day, on July 25 (Friday), she gave her statement to the Bodh Gaya police and lodged an FIR. The police swung into action and arrested two persons, Vinay Kumar and Ajit Kumar, within 'two hours'. The victim is currently undergoing treatment at the ANMCH hospital. 'Soon after the police came to know about the incident, an SIT (Special Investigation Team) was formed, and they arrested two people in the case. CCTV footage and other technical surveillance were monitored by the people members. Further investigation in the case is on in the case', Senior Superintendent of Gaya Police Anand Kumar told local media persons. Later reacting over the incident, Leader of Opposition in State Assembly from Rashtriya Janata Dal, Tejashwi Yadav asked in a post on social media on Saturday, July 26, 'shall we say this rakshas raj (devil's regime) in Bihar or the durachar raj (misgovernance / misrule) patronized by criminals? Or, the mahajungle raj (utter lawlessness), or, the misrule of (PM) Modi and chief minister Nitish Kumar'. 'Honour of mothers, sisters, daughters and innocent girls are being looted every day in the democratic rule of Modi and Nitish, but neither any minister or deputy chief minister dares to wag his tongue on the uncontrolled incidents of crime, rape and corruption', Tejashwi Yadav said further in the post, while, adding, 'if the blood of the so-called intellectuals and just people did not boil on such incidents then they should be considered as extreme casteist and discriminatory beings'. Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief and party MP from Hajipur reserved parliamentary constituency in Bihar, Chirag Paswan, took on the Nitish Kumar-led government in the State and questioned the 'functioning of the state police' over the incident.
