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Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Harvard-educated US founder hits back after backlash over Bali trip with staff: ‘Calling me a toxic loser'
A US entrepreneur was mocked and criticised on Reddit over his LinkedIn post about taking his entire staff to Bali for a vacation. While the gesture itself wasn't condemned, the co-founder's choice of wording irked social media users. The US co-founder whose LinkedIn post about a Bali trip received backlash after it went viral on Reddit. (LinkedIn/Stephen Turban) People accused Stephen Turban, co-founder and director at Lumiere, of bragging about the trip while putting others down. He has now responded to the criticism in a latest LinkedIn post. 'I woke up this morning to 4000 people calling me a douchebag on Reddit. And honestly? I couldn't be happier,' he wrote in his latest LinkedIn post. 'Not because people were calling me a douchebag. Or a toxic loser. That kinda s**ks to hear,' he continued, adding, 'But, I was happy because this is exactly what I want.' He concluded his post by saying, 'If you're being attacked. You're on the right path.' Social media reacts: While his previous post received severe backlash after landing on Reddit, his response on LinkedIn found support from social media users. A few, however, claimed it wasn't wise to 'flex' while putting others down. An Indian founder dropped his thoughts in the comments section. He wrote, 'If everyone agrees with you, you're probably not doing anything original. Hate means attention. Attention means awareness. And awareness builds leverage.' Another individual posted, 'I still think my life rocks, although I'm not going to Bali, which does sound nice. But to your point, when you stick your head above the crowd, expect some tomatoes lol.' A third expressed, 'Seems counterintuitive to tell people 'your life f**king sucks' and then call yourself 'really nice' a few words later. Probably where this r/LL post came from.' Turban's previous post went viral on a subreddit called 'LinkedIn Lunatics (LL).' Where is Stephen Turban study? Stephen Turban completed his Bachelor of Science degree from Harvard University. Later, he completed his PhD from Harvard Business School. According to his LinkedIn bio, he once worked at McKinsey & Company.
India Gazette
31-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi pays tribute to Ahilyabai Holkar on her 300th birth anniversary
New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday paid tribute to Ahilyabai Holkar on her 300th birth anniversary. He called her a symbol of public service, an example of woman power and welfare governance. Taking to social media, X, Rahul Gandhi, wrote, 'Respectful tributes to Ahilyabai Holkar ji, a symbol of public service, an example of woman power and welfare governance, on her 300th birth anniversary.' 'Her life dedicated to justice and sacrifice is an inspiration for all of us today,' the post further reads. Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid floral tribute to Ahilyabai Holkar during the 'Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Mahila Sashaktikaran Mahasammelan' programme, at Jamburi Maidan in Bhopal. PM Modi attended an exhibition in Bhopal that chronicles Ahilyabai Holkar's life, works, and contributions to Indian society and culture. During the program, Madhya Pradesh governor Mangubhai Patel welcomed the Prime Minister Narendra Modi by offering him a portrait of Devi Ahiyabai Holkar and Chief Minister Mohan Yadav felicitated him by putting a special Turban on his forehead. Additionally, several women from various fields also felicitated the Prime Minister at the programme on the occasion. Also, Union Health Minister JP Nadda and Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma attended the 'Women Empowerment Conference' in Jaipur, which was organised on the occasion of Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar's 300th birth anniversary. Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar is remembered for her people-centric policies and deep commitment to economic and socio-cultural issues, especially those that affected women's lives. She encouraged women's education and participation in the social and religious life of the local community. She also supported and encouraged women weavers to make Maheshwari sarees. Her contributions were wide-ranging, from infrastructure development (water bodies, roads, dharamshalas) to reconstruction and revival of temples across the length and breadth of the land. The edifices she created have not only left an indelible mark on India's cultural and spiritual landscape but also stood the test of time. (ANI)
India Gazette
31-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
PM Modi pays floral tribute to Ahilyabai Holkar during 'Mahila Sashaktikaran Mahasammelan' programme in Bhopal
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 31 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the 'Mahila Sashaktikaran Mahasammelan' programme being held at Jamboree Maidan in Madhya Pradesh's capital Bhopal on Saturday and paid floral tribute to Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar on the occasion. The program is being held to commemorate the 300th birth anniversary of Devi Ahilyabai Holkar in the capital city. During the program, Madhya Pradesh governor Mangubhai Patel welcomed the Prime Minister Narendra Modi by offering him a portrait of Devi Ahiyabai Holkar and Chief Minister Mohan Yadav felicitated him by putting a special Turban on his forehead. Additionally, several women from various fields also felicitated the prime minister at the programme on the occasion. PM Narendra Modi also attended an exhibition that chronicles the life, works, and contributions of Ahilyabai Holkar to Indian society and culture, during the programme, at the venue in the city. He reached the program in an open vehicle, conducting a short roadshow and greeting the public at the venue. A large number of women were attending the Mahila Sashaktikaran Mahasammelan program, and they were seen in traditional yellow and sindoori (vermilion-coloured) sarees because of the success of Operation Sindoor, which was the country's military retaliation to the brutal Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar is remembered for her people-centric policies, deep commitment to economic and socio-cultural issues, especially those that affected the life of women. She encouraged the education of women and their participation in the social and religious life of the local community. She supported and encouraged women weavers to make Maheshwari sarees. Her contributions were wide-ranging from infrastructure development (water bodies, roads, dharamshalas) to reconstruction and revival of temples across the length and breadth of the land. The edifices created by her have not only left an indelible mark on India's cultural and spiritual landscape but also stood the test of time. (ANI)
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Yahoo
Pennsylvania Attorney General pushes for criminals to have religious freedom
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — Attorney General Dave Sunday announced that the Allegheny County Bureau of Corrections has updated its policy concerning religious accommodations. The change comes after collaboration between the Office of Attorney General's Civil Rights Enforcement Section and Allegheny County officials to ensure respectful treatment of individuals wearing religious head coverings during the jail booking process. Under the new policy, the county will permit anyone to wear a religious head covering during their booking photos as long as their face and profile are not covered. Head coverings include, but are not limited to, a Hijab, Tarmulke or Turban. Additionally, head covering searches must now happen without individuals of the opposite sex present. The policy changes stem from an incident reported in October 2024. A Muslim woman was forced to remove her Hijab during her booking process, as the County had a policy allowing inmates to wear religious headgear, but with no formal written policy for the booking process. The woman had filed a complaint with the Civil Rights Enforcement section, which then worked with the County to address the issue. The matter was handled by Deputy Attorney General Kevin Bendesky. 'This policy update is about upholding basic dignity while preserving religious freedoms for individuals,' Attorney General Sunday said. 'Many people wear religious head garments as a sincere tenet of their religious faith and no one should have to choose between their faith and their rights. I commend Allegheny County for working closely with my office to craft a policy that balances institutional safety with constitutional protections.' Get the latest news, weather forecasts and sports stories delivered straight to your inbox! Sign up for our newsletters. The policy now includes clear procedures for correctional staff to follow when an arrestee enters the facility with religious attire, with mandated communication with the chain of command and consultation with chaplaincy services in cases of uncertainty. Staff must file a report and notify supervisors immediately if a person feels as though their religious rights have been violated during the booking process. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WTAJ -
