Is your manager’s response to emergencies like this? Indian employee in Netherlands shares viral video on Dutch workplace empathy

“Family Comes First”: Indian Employee’s Emergency Leave Experience in Netherlands Leaves Internet Shocked Asking for emergency leave is what many professionals dread but it turned into a heartening moment for Indian expatriate Ashwini Thamke, who works in the Netherlands. When Thamke had to book a last-minute ticket to India due to a family medical emergency, […]

Heavy Snowfall Hits Northeast US; Flights Disrupted, Emergencies Declared

Severe snowfall and icy rain have significantly disrupted daily life in the northeastern United States. Early Saturday, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and surrounding areas experienced intense snow and sleet, prompting authorities to declare a weather emergency in New York and New Jersey. The National Weather Service reported snowfall ranging from 6 to 10 inches […]

PIMS Udaipur Observes Mental Health Week Focused on Access to Care During Emergencies | Udaipur Kiran

Udaipur (Udaipur Kiran): The Department of Psychiatry at the Pacific Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), Udaipur, observed Mental Health Week based on the World Health Organization (WHO) theme — “Mental Health is a Universal Human Right: Access to Services During Disasters and Emergencies.” The event commenced with a lamp-lighting ceremony, attended by Dr. Suresh Goyal […]

EU urges citizens to stockpile essentials to last 72 hours for emergencies

The European Union has called upon its 450 million citizens to maintain emergency supplies sufficient for at least 72 hours, citing increased risks from warfare, digital attacks, environmental challenges and health emergencies. This directive emerged as the EU reassesses its security protocols, particularly following American pressure for enhanced European self-reliance in defence matters, as reported […]