The Karnataka government has put its quota bill on hold after facing a massive uproar. The bill was designed to facilitate reservation for locals in private jobs. This decision was taken after various stakeholders expressed disappointment and raised concerns about the potential outcomes of the bill’s implementation. The Karnataka State Employment of Local Industries Factories Establishment Act Bill sought to cap employment for non-locals in private companies within the state. Specifically, it proposed reserving 50 percent of managerial roles and 70 percent of non-managerial jobs for local candidates.

President Joe Biden tested positive for Covid-19 while traveling Wednesday in Las Vegas and is experiencing “mild symptoms” from the infection, the White House said. Press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Biden will fly to his home in Delaware, where he will “self-isolate and will continue to carry out all of his duties fully during that time.” The news had first been shared by Unidos US President and CEO Janet Murguía, who told guests at the group’s convention in Las Vegas that president had sent his regrets and could not appear because he tested positive for the virus.

Aaj Ka Panchang, July 18, 2024: Dwadashi and Trayodashi Tithi of the Shukla Paksha will be observed on Thursday..