The Hyderabad police's innovative QR code-based feedback system, which was launched four months ago by DGP Jitender, has not been successful due to lack of awareness among complainants. The system, which was expected to help the police department become more people-friendly and improve the complaint-handling process, has not seen the desired results. Unless the issue of awareness is addressed, the ambitious technology may continue to go unused.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has implemented a new framework for formulating regulations, with an aim to promote transparency and stakeholder engagement. Under the new process, the RBI will publish draft regulations on its official website and allow stakeholders 21 days to provide feedback. The framework also mandates an impact analysis before finalizing any regulation and periodic reviews to ensure its relevance. However, certain regulations may be exempted from the framework in cases where confidentiality or public interest is at stake.
The newly appointed BBMP Commissioner Maheshwar Rao has responded to criticism from Bangalore South MP Tejasvi Surya regarding the poor state of Bengaluru's civic infrastructure. In an exclusive interview with News18, Rao stated that the BBMP is committed to making Bengaluru the top city in India and welcomes suggestions and ideas for improvement. He also addressed criticisms of the Pothole Fix app, claiming that many complaints were found to be false.
According to Tessa West, a social psychologist and NYU professor, overdoing kindness in the workplace can actually backfire and make people question your sincerity and damage authentic connections. In an interview with CNBC Make It, West explains how trying to cover up social discomfort with excessive friendliness can actually make it more obvious to others. She also provides ideas on how to combat this and build trust with colleagues through specific feedback and conversations about the "niceness culture."
In a recent podcast appearance, Ralph Lauren CEO Patrice Louvet shared his belief in a tough love approach to addressing serious issues at work. He emphasized the need for direct communication and not being afraid to use a "2X4 across the forehead" in critical situations. However, his comments have also sparked a debate on the effectiveness of this leadership style in today's modern workplace.
In a recent podcast interview, Ralph Lauren CEO Patrice Louvet discussed the delicate topic of giving criticism in the workplace. Louvet stressed the importance of addressing issues sooner rather than later, and how it can ultimately benefit both businesses and individual careers. He recognizes the difficulty in giving feedback, but advises a direct and honest approach in tackling major issues. However, for minor concerns, Louvet suggests focusing on employee strengths and gradually addressing weaknesses.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has launched a focused cleanliness campaign to improve the state of iconic playgrounds in Mumbai. The initial phase will cover popular spaces like Azad Maidan, Cross Maidan, Oval Maidan, and more. Starting April 7, the drive will expand to cover all schools and educational institutions, with the goal of clearing encroachments and solid waste dumping. Join the cause and help keep Mumbai clean!
Get all the latest information on the JEE Main 2025 exams, including the difficulty level, subjects, and feedback from candidates. On the third day of the April session, students took the Btech, BE paper which covered all subjects and had two shifts. Find out about the previous year's trends and changes in difficulty level, as well as updates on the controversy surrounding top actor Kim Soo Hyun.
The Mira-Bhayandar-Vasai Virar police in Maharashtra has introduced a cutting-edge method to gather public feedback through Quick Response (QR) codes. This initiative, in line with the state's seven-point agenda, aims to bring more transparency to the police department by replacing traditional feedback methods with a digital system. Visitors to police stations and other service-related departments can now scan the QR-code, access a detailed questionnaire, and provide feedback on various parameters. This technologically advanced system, launched by the MBVV police chief in the presence of other officials, will help in identifying shortcomings and improving the overall efficiency of the police stations.
OpenAI, an AI giant, has announced their latest project and is seeking feedback from developers, researchers, and the broader community. The upcoming open language model will be released in the near future, and developers will have the opportunity to attend feedback sessions and play with early prototypes. This open-weight model will allow users to modify digital neurons and could potentially change the model's associations and emphasis. OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, stated that they have been thinking about this model for a long time and are now ready to prioritize its development with the help of the community.