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Hanle, located at an altitude of 4,500 metres in Ladakh, is home to India's first Dark Sky Reserve. The site has become a popular destination for stargazers drawn by its exceptionally clear and vivid night skies. The reserve has opened new opportunities for local women, who are being trained and engaged as astronomy ambassadors. These women are playing a growing role in promoting astro-tourism and science outreach in the remote region.
Oracle laid off approximately 21,000 employees during fiscal year 2026, representing a 13 percent reduction in its total workforce. The cuts were reportedly communicated abruptly, with some workers receiving termination notices via early-morning emails. The company's global headcount stood at around 141,000 by the end of May. The large-scale reduction reflects a broader trend of tech giants streamlining operations amid shifting business priorities.
Chennai and Kallakurichi police have registered cases against three DMK leaders over protest speeches made on September 12. Former minister P K Sekarbabu was charged in Chennai in connection with his remarks at one such protest. DMK MP A Raja faces a separate case over allegedly derogatory comments directed at a state minister. Additional cases have been filed in Kallakurichi and Cuddalore, all stemming from the same round of protests. The legal actions mark a significant escalation following the DMK leaders' public remarks against Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's speech.
Accenture Federal Services has agreed to pay $25 million to settle allegations brought by the U.S. Department of Justice. The company was accused of violating anti-discrimination rules tied to its federal contracts by factoring race and sex into hiring and promotion decisions. These practices were allegedly carried out to meet undisclosed internal workforce composition targets. The settlement covers claims of false compliance certifications dating back to 2017. The U.S. Attorney General emphasized that employment decisions at federal contractors must be based on merit alone.
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