OFFICE PRINTER DISPOSAL
My broken office printer has more job security than me: Corporate employee's rant on why a machine can't be disposed unlike humans goes viral
A corporate employee's account of a printer that has been broken since 2021 but cannot be disposed of because of company policies has sparked online reactions. After repeated rejections from Finance and Facilities, the employee was eventually made the machine's official custodian, joking that it had more job security than he did.
A 1998 Texas experiment mixed printer toner into asphalt, and tests found it could make the mix stronger
A recent study reveals that adding waste toner to asphalt binder can significantly improve its performance. With just a ten percent addition of toner, researchers noted a notable enhancement in the binder’s grade, leading to greater durability and stability. This research not only addresses the critical issue of electronic waste disposal but also opens avenues for the advancement of sustainable materials in infrastructure projects.
Byju’s tablets, laptops gather dust in warehouse as insolvency drags on
The delay comes as the June 30 deadline for submitting expressions of interest (EoI) in the broader resolution process has passed. The warehouse assets are being handled through a separate sale under Regulation 29 of the CIRP (Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process), but the delay points to the challenge of monetising Byju’s assets.
ECI team to visit West Bengal on October 8-9 for SIR review
An Election Commission team will visit Bengal to review election preparedness. Deputy Election Commissioner Gyanesh Bharti leads this team. They will hold video conferences with district officials on October 8. Discussions will cover voter roll mapping and Booth Level Officer appointments. The ECI also seeks reports on 4,500 complaints regarding BLO recruitment.
Centre garners nearly Rs 3,300 crore revenue from disposal of office waste
Since 2021, the Centre's cleanliness campaigns have generated nearly Rs 3,300 crore from office waste disposal, freeing 696.27 lakh sq ft of space. The upcoming special campaign 5.0 aims to further institutionalize cleanliness and reduce pendency, focusing on e-waste disposal, timely resolution of pending matters, and improved record management.
Paper stocks: A classic case of tactical Vs long-term investing: 9 stocks from different segments of the paper sector
Which is a better sector to invest in? A sector that requires government support in terms of policy, or one that does not require any such support? Obviously, the second one. Now, take the above as a guiding principle and decide whether one should look at paper stocks or not. But remember: Not every stock is for long-term investing. There are some sectors where one needs to be tactical. And tactical investing is not as simple as it appears to be. It requires the application of many skills at the same time.
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Next big arms race: Who can build the most drones nobody minds losing, America, Russia or China?
The Pentagon is tearing up its old drone playbook. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth wants drones treated like bullets, not aircraft. Cheap, expendable, and everywhere. His new memo kills red tape, hands buying power to frontline commanders, and backs US-made drones over imports. Every squad will get its own drone swarm by 2027. It’s a bet that the next big fight will be won not by high-end jets, but by millions of low-cost flying munitions buzzing over the battlefield.
Best Valentine's Day Gift ideas for women to spoil her and make her feel cherished
Valentine's Day is the perfect occasion to express love and appreciation for the special women in your life. This article presents a curated list of the best gift ideas for women, ranging from romantic and personalized gifts to thoughtful, practical ones. Featuring everything from customized jewelry like necklaces and couple keychains to unique items like crochet flowers and instant cameras, the article showcases gifts that combine beauty, sentiment, and creativity.
Over 2.25 lakh SSR forms have been received so far; 123 new polling stations location added for Delhi voters
Delhi's electoral roll update concluded its claims and objections phase. Over 2.25 lakh forms were received. House-to-house verification identified changes. Polling stations were also rationalized. Special camps helped citizens update details. Forms can still be submitted for ongoing updates. The final updated electoral roll will be published by December 24.
Re-rating candidates as the sector makes a come back: 5 stocks from paper industry for medium to long term investors
When an industry stays in deep trouble for a long time, there are some players who are able to survive. How do they do it ? Either by changing the way they operate in terms of management ability, by adding new products or any others. The paper industry has been facing multiple challenges, now after years of consolidation in which many players exited, there are few left and have achieved a scale. Numbers are reflecting it, when will the street start to have a look at them more kindly and shed the old bias it has against some of the sectors.
The “second inning sector” list gets longer: 6 stocks from the paper industry for investors with appetite for logical risk
Whether it is power, infrastructure, railways, the list of sectors which are witnessing a “second innings” in terms of them making a comeback on fundamental operating parameters is getting longer. While some get into headlines because of their sheer size. There are some sectors like paper where there has been a turnaround after decades of headwinds. Probably it is a more sustainable turnaround because it has taken place through Darwin theory, which is the survival of the fittest player. How do they do it ? Either by changing the way they operate in terms of management ability, by adding new products or any others. From being troublemakers to the banking system to announcing expansion in new products. There are many things which have gone into making the paper companies a much stronger and better place than what they were a couple of years ago. Street is showing signs of shedding the bias against them, with a few stocks attracting institutional investors in the last few quarters. Probably these are the set of stocks which investors who have an appetite for logical risk.
Is the worst over? 6 mid and smallcap stocks from the much less talked paper industry
When an industry stays in deep trouble for a long time, there are some players who are able to survive. How do they do it ? Either by changing the way they operate in terms of management ability, by adding new products or any others. The paper industry has been facing multiple challenges, now after years of consolidation in which many players exited, there are few left and have achieved a scale. Numbers are reflecting it, when will the street start to have a look at then more kindly is the question. If you look at the overall matrix of the manufacturing sector, there are some industries where even the best of the players is not able to reach a scale where it can be classified as a large cap company. But that does not mean there is no opportunity to make gains in that industry or sector, but only if one is able to stick to the best managed and well run company in that sector. So, when the worst is over, it is time to bring some of them back on the watchlist as in the next five years surprises are going to come from the manufacturing sector.
Finally coming out of the woods? 6 mid and smallcap stocks from the much less talked paper industry
Remember a company called Ballarpur industry ltd or commonly known as ( BILT) from Thapar group. From being a blue chip and part of indices going through a corporate insolvency resolution process under IBC. There are some industries which at one point of time were considered to be safe haven. Best of the industrial houses used to run them and the street used to treat their stocks as blue chips. Then came a time, both due to dumping by China and other factors, that the whole sector went into dumps and just never recovered for decades; both in real business and also on the street. Now when an industry stays in deep trouble for a long time, there are some players who are able to survive. How do they do it? either by changing the way they operate in terms of management ability, by adding new products or any others. The paper industry has been facing multiple challenges, now after years of consolidation in which many players exited, there are few left and have achieved a scale. Numbers are reflecting it, when will the street start to have a look at then more kindly is the question.
Plea against Kejriwal 'passing orders' in custody: HC asks ED to submit its note to special judge
The Delhi High Court instructed the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to present its note to the special judge regarding CM Arvind Kejriwal's orders during custody in a money laundering case. It disposed of a petition urging to prevent Kejriwal from issuing orders while in ED custody, without commenting on the petitioner's standing.
Green Shoots: Sustainability now part of corporate agenda for Indian tech companies
For tech companies in India, sustainability is now part of corporate agenda. So accordingly, apart from their products, the likes of Intel and SAP Labs have also invested in green campuses
Promoters of Aruna Hotels settle case with Sebi; pays Rs 2.32 crore as settlement fee
Aruna Hotels' promoters and promoter groups have settled a Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) case on the breach of SAST rules. The company's promoters paid ₹2.32 crore ($311,000) towards the settlement charges without admitting or denying the findings of regulators. SEBI had earlier issued a show-cause notice to the applicants for violating SAST (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) norms, before recommending that the matter be settled on payment of the charges.
IIT-Kanpur reviews 'startup gateway for garbage-free cities'
The program aims to provide support to startups working at the intersection of technology and social innovation. This support will help them solve India's waste management challenges, leading to improvements in waste management efficiency, increased social impact, and greater transparency in the waste-to-value chain.
Kerala HC raps Bharat Jodo Yatra organisers for its flex boards, banners along national highways
Justice Devan Ramachandran, in an order issued on Thursday evening, said it was a tragedy that the orders of the court and the competent authorities are "given absolutely no respect" by persons and entities "who are in charge of the future of this nation".
Singhi Advisors founder leaves his balcony office only during meal times
Mahesh Singhi said his workspace overlooks lakes and hills that lets him feel closer to nature.
How the toilet paper habit can grow, and why India will remain a challenge
In Richard Smyth’s rather excessively droll history of toilet paper he notes the problems that its first manufacturers had in marketing their products.
Seeing green: Startups drive the sustainability agenda
Employees at startups now have a new agenda: driving initiatives centred on responsibility towards sustainability, and experts say that millennials are in large part responsible for this shift.
Confused about revised GST rates? Here's a quick guide
Tax rates have been finalised for 1,211 items with a majority of items being kept under 18 per cent rates.
Government's central purchase arm plans e-marketplace for officials to make routine office buys
The portal, which aims to sport an interface similar to modern ecommerce sites, will also offer services, in addition to goods.
Check out IKEA's India office: The Swedish furniture retailer's first activity-based workplace
Companies are encouraging an activity-based set up as against an hierarchy-based set up. Here employees use space as per the need of the project.
EDMC to monitor garbage vehicles online
Vehicles deployed for collection and disposal of solid waste will now be monitored online through a GPS-based system.
5 great ideas for startups that can transform the world
You won’t find flashy apps or Angry Birds here. Check out five ambitious companies pursuing big, bold ideas that can change our tomorrow:
China, India and rural markets will script future: Canon India CEO & president Kensaku Konishi
Kensaku Konishi sees the future growth of his industry coming from China and India, and the rural markets in particular in the two countries.
Thriving used-products market to hit e-waste recycling plan
A thriving second-hand market will restrict implementation of compulsory recycling of old televisions, refrigerators, washing machines, air-conditioners, computers and mobile phones.
HCL Infosystems starts 'Green Bag' campaign
HCL Infosystems on Friday started its 'Green Bag' campaign, where people can discard their old IT equipment like computers, keyboard and printers in an environmental friendly way.
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