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BBC News
3 days ago
- Business
- BBC News
Oxfam workers protest over 'outsourcing' of jobs
Workers at Oxfam have been demonstrating against job members gathered outside the London, Manchester and Oxford offices because of what they called redundancy and outsourcing plans by the Srivastava, speaking outside Oxfam GB's headquarters in Oxford, said he wanted Oxfam "to think again and come up with a proposal that fits with Oxfam values and its commitment to decent jobs and workers' rights".Oxfam said its "restructuring proposals" were to secure its financial future and "not about a policy to replace in-house roles with non-unionised casual labour". But Unite said the charity's publishing and training teams were being outsourced, and that it was planning to "replace secure jobs with casual work". "Staff are being made redundant, but the organisation is proposing their work will then be done by outside agencies or casual staff, without a business case being made for this to workers," it also want Oxfam to roll back a wider programme to put 265 of its staff at risk of redundancy.A consultation process is currently under way. Mr Srivastava, a Unite representative and part of the Oxfam publishing team, told the BBC: "Any corporation that threw out union members and salaried workers to replace them with casual labour or agencies would rightly face criticism from Oxfam - but that's exactly what Oxfam is planning to do to its own staff by outsourcing its work."Emily Gillingham, another member of the publishing team, said she was "frustrated and worried for the future of the organisation and the work"."It's so important to take care of the knowledge and the experience of the people who work here," she explained. 'Difficult decisions' Sukhninder Sandher, who works as a financial controller for the charity, said he did not think the changes would save money."There's better ways to manage our finances and Oxfam as an organisation, which preaches and places great stall on its values, really needs to implement them in-house in our opinion," he said. Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: "This situation is totally unacceptable and our members have Unite's full support throughout their campaign."An Oxfam spokesperson said: "We support the right to protest. We believe in union rights. "These restructuring proposals are to secure our financial future, not about a policy to replace in house roles with non-unionised casual labour. "Where our capacity is reduced, if we use short-term specialist expertise, it will be in accordance with our labour rights standards and our values. "Like other charities, we have to make difficult decisions regarding our wage bill, so we can continue to respond to crises around the world." You can follow BBC Oxfordshire on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram.
India Today
29-05-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Monuments of corruption: Projects worth Rs 900 crore lie abandoned in Chhattisgarh
In the heart of Naya Raipur, a gleaming skywalk built at a staggering cost of crores stands deserted. Below it, there are no commuters, no busy footfalls, only the echo of mismanagement and waste. This isn't an isolated story, but a recurring theme across the past decade, the Chhattisgarh government has spent more than Rs 1,000 crore on skywalks, luxury malls, bus stands, auditoriums and ministerial bungalows. Yet, most of these grand projects have become empty monuments to poor planning and alleged Rs 100 crore CBD Mall, locked since 2019, is a glaring example. A Rs 10 crore bus stand has been gathering dust for eight years. A Rs 8 crore hospital, meant to serve the poor, is still not operational. Across the state, numerous such structures, intended to benefit the public, now lie abandoned, caught in a web of inefficiency and graft, reportedly enriching contractors and politicians, with total estimated losses nearing Rs 900 are frustrated. 'This skywalk is a waste. It's not useful at all,' said one resident. 'In fact, it's unsafe for women. It's become an adda for goons.' Another echoed similar sentiments, stressing that the projects have failed to serve any real planners argue that these projects were never meant to meet real simple foot over bridge would have solved the traffic congestion issues,' says RTI activist Rakesh Chaubey. 'There was no need for a skywalk worth crores. It's clear corruption funds meant for real development were siphoned off into vanity projects.'The contrast is jarring. While hollow urban structures stand unused, footage from remote villages shows people walking miles for water, children studying in dilapidated schools, and patients waiting outside crumbling health these monuments of neglect stand in silent testimony, political blame games have begun. Congress spokesperson Amit Srivastava blamed the previous BJP government, stating, 'These projects were started under BJP rule, which focused more on glitzy structures than real development.'Countering this, PWD Minister and Deputy CM Arun Sao said, 'The Congress has been in power for years now. Why haven't they put these buildings to use? Instead of fixing issues, they keep blaming others.'Today, these deserted structures are not just reminders of wasted public money but also symbols of flawed governance. As Chhattisgarh's citizens continue to struggle for basic needs, these vacant buildings stand as stark indictments of misplaced priorities and systemic Watch
The Hindu
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Hindu
Remsons Industries bags ₹300 crore order from Jeep parent Stellantis North America
Remsons Industries Ltd, an automotive components manufacturer said it had secured an order of approximately ₹300 crore (USD 35 Million) from Stellantis North America. 'This represents the single largest business win to date for the company,' the company said in a statement. 'This is not just a new project; it is a moment that defines our journey and reaffirms the faith that global automotive leaders place in our capabilities, quality, and commitment,' said Rahul Kejriwal, Executive Director, Remsons Industries Ltd in a statement. 'This milestone reflects the strength of our collective persistent efforts and unwavering commitment,' Amit Srivastava, Group CEO added. For this order Remsons will supply critical components for iconic vehicle platforms such as the Jeep Wrangler and RAM, strengthening its position as a global automotive leader. Also it will supply products for Smart car and 3-Wheeler into Stellantis Europe.
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Remsons wins ‘largest-ever' ₹300 crore deal from Stellantis North America
Homegrown auto components maker Remsons Industries on Thursday said it has won a ₹300 crore deal, its largest ever, from Stellantis North America , to supply critical vehicle components. In a joint statement, Remsons said it will provide components for Stellantis' vehicle platforms, including the Jeep Wrangler and RAM, which will strengthen its position in the global automotive components industry and support the company's expansion in North America and beyond markets. Remsons will additionally supply products for smart cars and three-wheelers to Stellantis Europe, as per the statement. 'This is not just a new project; it is a moment that defines our journey and reaffirms the faith that global automotive leaders place in our capabilities, quality, and commitment,' said Rahul Kejriwal, executive director of Remsons Industries. 'This milestone reflects the strength of our collective persistent efforts and unwavering commitment,' said Amit Srivastava, group CEO, Remsons Industries.
Fashion Value Chain
13-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
SumFlex 2025 Charts $100B Roadmap for India's Nutra Industry
SumFlex 2025, hosted by NutrifyToday in Mumbai, has positioned India as a serious contender in the global nutraceutical market, with an ambitious vision of reaching USD 100 billion by 2047. With delegates from the U.S., South Korea, Malaysia, and beyond, the summit delivered on its promise to move the conversation from 'factory to force'—establishing India as a hub of innovation, science, and regulatory integrity. Amit Srivastava, Founder of NutrifyToday, called the event a 'declaration of intent', aligning cross-sector leaders around India's wellness economy. He emphasized the shift from back-end manufacturing to global thought leadership in nutrition science. Key announcements included: A MoU between India Chambers and the Rural Economic Forum , enabling micro-enterprises and rural innovators to plug into global value chains. The launch of , a first-of-its-kind digital platform enabling nutraceutical product commercialization within 15 days . Debut of Celevida Diafiber by Dr. Reddy's and Nestlé Health Science for metabolic wellness. Launch of the world's first digital reference tool for verifying nutraceutical claims and ingredients, set to evolve into a doctor-exclusive portal by October 2025. Industry leaders including Cipla Health, Zydus, Torrent Pharma, Nestlé, Omniactive, BiogenExtracts, and global investors engaged in strategic panels on M&As, regulatory innovation, and AI-enabled product pipelines. With a USD 18 billion current valuation and a 13.5% CAGR, India's trajectory is mirroring the U.S. nutraceutical breakout of the early 2000s. As Dr. Anand Swaroop (Cepham USA) noted, India is poised to become the epicenter of science-led global nutrition. SumFlex's C-Suite focus delivered RoI-driven interactions over vanity optics, setting a new standard for business summits.
