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Foxconn's Young Liu highlights gender-neutral hiring practices, and acknowledges the significant role of women, particularly married women, at its Indian facility during the inauguration of a women-only residential complex in Tamil Nadu.

The Arvind Kejriwal government in Delhi will initiate a cashless medical facility catering to over 20,000 retired employees of the Delhi Vidyut Board, Power Minister Atishi announced. The facility, managed by Delhi Transco Limited, is set to be operational, aiming to resolve the challenges faced by retired employees in claiming medical reimbursements.

Poland's conservative leader, Prime Minister Donald Tusk, declared on Friday an intention to host the 2040 or 2044 Summer Olympic Games. Following President Andrzej Duda's earlier announcement, this marks Poland's bid to host the Olympics for the first time in its history. This bid could mark an important milestone for the nation in the world of international sports, especially considering Poland's lack of experience in hosting the Games. However, the bid faces challenges, including the need to build new stadiums and infrastructure, which could pose significant financial implications.

The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, in collaboration with the Habitat Charitable Trust, has proposed the construction of a state-of-the-art faecal sludge treatment plant (FSTP) at Sarovaram, Kozhikode, Kerala. The plant is designed to improve sanitation and water hygiene in the region with a capacity of 200 KLD (0.2 MLD). The project is funded entirely by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and the Habitat Charitable Trust, amounting to ₹36 crore, thereby ensuring no financial burden on the Kozhikode Corporation. This initiative represents a significant upgrade to Kozhikode's waste management infrastructure.

The India International Hospitality Expo (IHE) 2024 will be held at the India Expo Centre & Mart in Greater Noida, Delhi NCR, from August 3rd to 6th. This seventh edition of the expo is expected to be a landmark event in the hospitality sector, featuring over 1000 exhibitors and more than 20,000 B2B buyers. The event will also include co-located hospitality-related events and international partnerships, enhancing its significance and offering a comprehensive industry showcase.