UK age check law seems to be hurting sites that comply, helping those that don’t

The U.K. recently started enforcing new age-check rules, and The Washington Post reports that it’s already having a significant effect on traffic to porn sites.

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Director Jim Jarmusch ‘disappointed and disconcerted’ by Mubi’s funding from Sequoia

Veteran indie filmmaker Jim Jarmusch premiered his new movie “Father Mother Sister Brother” today at the Venice Film Festival, where journalists asked him about Mubi, the streaming platform that co-produced the film — specifically, about Mubi’s recent $100 million funding round led by Sequoia Capital. “I was disappointed and disconcerted by this relationship,” Jarmusch said, […]

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September Weather Forecast: Little Respite From Nature’s Fury - Check IMD Prediction

The IMD’s Monthly Outlook for Rainfall and Temperature said the monthly average rainfall over the country as a whole in September 2025 is most likely to be above normal (greater than 109 per cent of the Long Period Average (LPA).

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Nvidia says two mystery customers accounted for 39% of Q2 revenue

Nearly 40% of Nvidia’s second quarter revenue came from just two companies, identified in a filing as "Customer A" and "Customer B."

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Dharmasthala Murders: Complainant Reveals His Connection With Activists, Delhi Trip

Following these revelations, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) brought the complainant to Bengaluru and conducted searches and 'mahazar' (on-site investigation) operations at the residence of T. Jayanth, one of the leading activists opposing the temple management.

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Tesla challenges $243 million verdict in Autopilot death trial

The company's lawyers blame the driver (who settled with the victims separately) for the crash, and the plaintiffs' lawyers for "overwhelming" the jury with "irrelevant evidence."

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Kashmir’s Non-Vegetarian Food Industry Faces Severe Blow After Rotten Meat Scandal

The scandal has severely impacted the Rs 100-crore hotel, restaurant, and vendor mutton industry, after authorities seized over 13,000 kg of decomposed mutton and thousands of frozen chickens. The public’s fear of consuming outside food has left restaurants and street vendors almost deserted.

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US Tariffs: Trump Advisor Peter Navarro Calls Ukraine War ‘Modi’s War’ | DNA Decodes

In today’s DNA episode, we analyzed Navarro’s remarks, in which he accused India of fueling the Russia-Ukraine conflict by purchasing oil from Russia. These comments have come amid rising tensions following the US imposing a 50 percent tariff on Indian goods, reflecting increasing trade and diplomatic strains between the two countries.

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US manufacturing investment stumbles as clean tech cancellations pile up

Companies cancelled $5 billion worth of clean tech manufacturing projects in the U.S. in Q2, mirroring a pullback in the broader manufacturing sector.

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`To Boost Regional Peace, Further National Interests And Priorities`: PM Modi Heads To Japan, China

Prime Minister Modi will embark on a two-day visit to Japan for the 15th Annual Summit from August 29 to 30 at the invitation of Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, before travelling to Tianjin, China, from August 31 to September 1, for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit.

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Google and Grok are catching up to ChatGPT, says a16z’s latest AI report

The report, in its fifth iteration, showcases two and a half years of data about consumers' evolving use of AI products.

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OpenAI co-founder calls for AI labs to safety test rival models

In an effort to set a new industry standard, OpenAI and Anthropic opened up their AI models for cross-lab safety testing.

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J-K: Security Forces Bust Terror Hideout In Kupwara District, Seize Huge Cache Of Arms And Ammunition

The hideout, located in a dense forest and reportedly underground, was uncovered during a search operation, police said. The recoveries are being described as a significant blow to terrorist designs in the area and have potentially averted attacks.

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Trump’s 50% Tariff On India Takes Effect, Sparks Debate Over Favoritism And Pressure Tactics | DNA Decodes

The tariff is widely being seen as discriminatory, with Trump reportedly using trade duties as a tool to reward or punish countries based on their public support for his claims of international peace-making.

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Why the US government is not the savior Intel needs

Intel doesn't need cash. Instead, the struggling semiconductor giant needs to figure out how to drum up interest for its foundry business.

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Heavy Rains Wreak Havoc In Kullu’s Manali, NH-3 Damaged As Beas River Overflows

Kullu Deputy Commissioner Torul S Raveesh said parts of the district were being evacuated as water levels rose sharply.

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US Tariffs On India: Will Trump`s Trade War Trigger A Ripple Effect?

Earlier, an additional 25 percent tariff was imposed on India by US President Donald Trump, bringing the total tariff burden on Indian exports to 50 percent, effective August 27. On Tuesday, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued a notification, confirming that India would receive no relief from these tariffs.

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Bounce launches a service for moving accounts between Bluesky and Mastodon

Bounce publicly debuts a tool that will let you move your account between open social networks like Bluesky and Mastodon.

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Google will require developer verification for Android apps outside the Play Store

Google will ask all Android developers to verify their identity starting next year.

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`Political Launching League`: Bihar Assembly Elections Set To Introduce Sons Of Prominent Leaders To Politics?

Bihar is gearing up for another kind of political spectacle — the upcoming state assembly elections are being seen as a platform to launch the next generation of political heirs.

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Former Meta exec Nick Clegg offers careful criticism of ‘cloyingly conformist’ Silicon Valley

Meta’s former policy chief Nick Clegg seems to be walking a tightrope as he promotes his upcoming book, “How to Save the Internet.”

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Netflix’s ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ is probably the biggest movie in theaters

This is Netflix's first time winning the domestic box office.

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UP Dowry Murder: Young Son Witnesses Crime, Two Arrests So Far | Top Points

The father of the deceased has claimed that the mother-in-law poured kerosene while Vipin set Nikki on fire. He also said that she had 70 percent burns and was pronounced dead at the Safdarjung Hospital in New Delhi. 

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Decoded: The Colour Secrets Of Indian Passports And Who Gets Them

India issues blue, white, red, and orange passports. E-passports improve travel security for citizens, officials, and diplomats.

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Amazon AGI Labs chief defends his reverse acquihire

The former Adept CEO said he hopes to be "remembered more as "an AI research innovator" than a "a deal structure innovator."

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`Voters Adhikar` Or Political Strategy: Is Bihar Becoming Testing Ground For Fractured Opposition Unity?

The focal point of this effort is the ongoing Congress leader and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi’s ongoing ‘Vote Adhikar Yatra’, organised in protest against alleged voter fraud in Bihar. Over the coming days, prominent leaders from the Congress and the INDIA alliance will join the march to bolster solidarity and energise party workers.

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J&K Weather Update: IMD Issues Alert For Next 48 Hours For Heavy Rains In THESE Districts

IMD issued an alert for the next 48 hours for heavy rains in two districts of Kashmir and 10 districts of Jammu. In Kashmir, temperatures dropped drastically as hilly areas like Razdan Top received the season’s first snowfall, and a hailstorm was seen in the upper reaches of Ganderbal for a brief time. 

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Ahmedabad Police Bust Syrian Gang Collecting Fake Gaza Donations; One Arrested

According to the investigation, the gang comprises six members who travelled from Damascus, Syria, via Abu Dhabi, arriving in Kolkata on July 22 and subsequently reaching Ahmedabad on August 1.

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Bihar`s Contrasting Political Landscape: Rahul Gandhi Visits Mosque, PM Modi Holds Rally In Gaya

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, accompanied by RJD’s Tejashwi Yadav, CPI(ML) leader Dipankar Bhattacharya, and VIP chief Mukesh Sahni, visited Khanqah Rahmani in Bihar. In contrast, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was also in Bihar on Friday, holding a rally in the sacred city of Gaya. 

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TikTok denies India comeback after reports of website going live

TikTok isn’t making a comeback in India.

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Pakistan: Karachi Warehouse Blast Kills 4, Injures 33

A warehouse fire and explosion in Karachi killed four, injured 33, and damaged nearby buildings. Officials suspect fireworks or explosive material triggered the blast, highlighting Pakistan’s poor safety standards and infrastructure.

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Bihar: `Voter Adhikar Rally` Reaches Munger; Tejashwi, Rahul Slam CM Nitish Kumar, ECI

At Munger’s Voter Adhikar Yatra, Tejashwi Yadav and Rahul Gandhi accused PM Modi, Nitish Kumar, and ECI of “vote theft,” failed governance, and disenfranchising the poor, urging Bihar voters to resist manipulation.

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Device searches at the US border hit record high, new data shows

There have been more border device searches than ever before, per new data, despite the constitutionality of whether these searches are legal.

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Labubu could make $1 billion this year

The plush monster toy Labubu has already generated more than $650 million in 2025 for Pop Mart.

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Google launches its own ‘MagSafe’ with PixelSnap

Google is launching its own set of magnetic accessories for Pixel 10 including chargers and stands.

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Will Mandatory Resignations After Arrest Purify Politics Or Destabilise Governments? DNA Decoded

In Today's DNA, Rahul Sinha, Zee News Managing Editor analysed the bill that triggered uproar in Parliament. The bill mandate automatic removal of the Prime Minister, Chief Ministers, and Ministers if they remain in jail or custody for more than 30 days.

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Meta is shaking up its AI org, again

On Friday, The Information reported that Meta was preparing to tear down its existing AI org and reorganize it into four new groups. Four days later, the change has been made official with an internal memo.

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Rahul Gandhi Embarrassed In Bihar: Woman Retracts Claim Of Name Missing From Voter List

During his Voter Adhikar Yatra in Bihar, Rahul Gandhi faced a setback as Ranju Devi retracted her claim of being excluded from the voter list, prompting BJP chief JP Nadda to accuse him of spreading lies.

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X’s declining Android app installs are hurting subscription revenue

X is struggling on Android with installs down by 49% year-over-year as of June 2025.

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Three Years Of War: What European Countries Have Lost Due To The Russia-Ukraine War

In today's DNA, Zee News Managing Editor Rahul Sinha analysed what European Countries lost due to the Russia-Ukraine war.

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Techie Earning Rs 30 LPA Reveals Dark Side Of High-Paying Job, Claims `Mental Breakdowns` Over Toxic Work Culture

In a post on Reddit, a techie from Delhi-NCR shared working at a major tech company with an annual salary of around Rs. 30 LPA. The post mentioned ongoing struggles with “severe anxiety” since the very first day on the job.

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Delhi: Four Killed As Fire Destroys Electronics Showroom In Raja Garden

Four people died and two were injured in a fire at a west Delhi electronics showroom, days after seven were killed in a Humayun’s Tomb roof collapse, police said.

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‘Stranger Things’ creators may be leaving Netflix

Netflix could soon lose the creative team behind one of its biggest hits, with the Duffer Brothers reportedly signing an exclusive deal with Paramount.

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Watch: Passengers Dangerously Board Train From Wrong Side; Video Goes Viral, Netizens React

It can be seen in the video that the people who are attempting to board the train are shoving and pushing their way through the crowd, trying to make it on the train.

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AI-powered stuffed animals are coming for your kids

Do A.I. chatbots packaged inside cute-looking plushies offer a viable alternative to screen time for kids? Maybe not.

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DNA Decodes: From Alaska To Washington – Trump’s Plan To End Ukraine War

In today’s DNA, we analysed the outcomes of this high-profile meeting, the pressure it places on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and its wider geopolitical consequences for NATO, Europe, and global trade.

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Man Posing As Cop, Claiming To Be Raja Raghuvanshi`s Friend, Arrested

The accused, identified as Bajrang Lal, a resident of Rajasthan, visited Raghuvanshi's house on Thursday. He introduced himself as a police station in-charge from Delhi and claimed to be a close friend of Raja.

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SLINEX-25: India, Sri Lanka Strengthen Maritime Cooperation With Bilateral Naval Drill

Conceptualized in 2005, Sri Lanka India Naval Exercise (SLINEX-25) is a bilateral naval exercise that has strengthened maritime cooperation between the two nations over the past two decades.

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Kyte, which billed itself as the ‘best competitor to Hertz,’ shuts down

The startup entered into receivership after selling its customer list to Turo.

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DNA Decodes Mission Sudarshan Chakra: The Brahmastra Even More Powerful Than BrahMos

In today’s DNA, we analysed the significance of Mission Sudarshan Chakra announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, focusing on its potential to revolutionise India’s air defence capabilities.

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Norway spy chief blames Russian hackers for hijacking dam

The Russian hackers used their access to the dam's computer systems to open a floodgate that spilled millions of gallons of water.

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J-K: Army`s Chinar Corps Mourns Havildar Ankit Kumar`s Sacrifice On LoC

The Indian Army has foiled an infiltration bid in the Uri sector this morning and had killed two terrorists in the same area a few days ago. While foiling the infiltration bid today, Havildar Ankit Kumar lost his life. 

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Trump’s Support Sparks Munir’s ‘BAT Blast’ In Uri? DNA Analysis

In Today's DNA, Zee News managing editor, Rahul Sinha, analysed whether Trump’s support sparks Munir’s ‘BAT blast’ in Uri?  

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Himachal Pradesh Reels: 241 Dead, Over 300 Roads, 70 DTRs Disrupted By Monsoon Fury

Himachal Pradesh's rain death toll climbs to 241; over 300 roads, 70 power transformers, and 130 water schemes disrupted. Infrastructure damage is estimated at Rs 2,031 crore.

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`Jo Dikha, Usse Hi Maar Diya...`: Woman`s Chilling Account Of 1947 Partition Horrors

Sudarshana Kumari recounted the horrors of the 1947 Partition: escaping bloodshed in Sheikhupura, losing family, and the traumatic journey to India as a child.  

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Indian fintech Paytm wins a major regulatory battle days after key investor exit

Paytm has received approval from India’s central bank to resume onboarding new online merchants and offer its digital payment services.

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Match to pay $14M to the FTC due to false advertising and other deceptive practices

Match Group agrees to pay the FTC $14 million after it was sued for deceiving users into buying subscriptions.

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`Tradition Meets Innovation`: PM Modi Highlights India`s Astronomy Legacy At 18th International Olympiad | VIDEO

PM Modi addressed the 18th International Olympiad on Astronomy, emphasising India's ancient astronomy legacy, modern observatories, and recent space triumphs like Chandrayaan-3 & Aditya-L1.  

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F-35 Grounds Trump Again? Fighter Jet Faces Snag In Japan After Kerala Episode – DNA Analysis

30 am, a British Navy F-35 was forced to make an emergency landing at Japan’s Kagoshima Airport during a joint military exercise due to technical issues. 

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US government seized $1 million from Russian ransomware gang

A global law enforcement coalition targeted the infrastructure of the group behind the Royal and BlackSuit ransomware strains, allegedly responsible for extorting victims out of $370 million since 2022.

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How founders are ditching VC norms and finding capital on their own terms at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

Founders today have more capital paths than ever. But how do you navigate them — and know which one actually supports your growth?

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India Bans Selective Jute Products Imports Via Land Routes From Bangladesh; Check Details

India imposed an immediate ban on the import of select jute products and ropes from Bangladesh through all land routes. On Monday the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) announced the decision, clarifying that such imports will only be permitted through the Nhava Sheva Seaport.

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A City In India Where Tricolour Is Unfurled On The Night Of August 14

In Bihar’s Purnia, the Tricolour rises at midnight on August 14, a tradition born in 1947 when freedom fighters marked India’s first moments of independence under the night sky.

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MP: Woman Gives Birth To Snakes? Village Buzzes, Doctor Uncovers Startling Reality

A woman’s shocking claim of giving birth to snakes caused panic across her village. Medical experts quickly stepped in to reveal the strange objects were blood clots, debunking the eerie myth and calming fears.

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Tejashwi Yadav Slams Amit Shah`s Speeches In Bihar, Calls It ‘Pakau-Thaku’

Tejashwi Yadav accused Amit Shah of repetitive, unproductive speeches and ignoring Bihar’s core issues, while Shah criticised Opposition over Operation Sindoor, voter list revision, and alleged vote bank politics during his Sitamarhi visit.

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RIP, Microsoft Lens, a simple little app that’s getting replaced by AI

Microsoft is killing Lens, a handy mobile scanning app with over 90 million downloads.

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Odisha: Court Sentences Man To 20 Yrs RI For Sexually Assaulting Minor Girl

The victim's mother, who was busy in conversation with some neighbours outside the house, spotted the accused Rabindra loitering near her house.

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Former Googlers’ AI startup OpenArt now creates ‘brain rot’ videos in just one click

OpenArt launched a new feature to help creators make AI-generated brain rot videos.

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How Trump Shook The World: Inside His ‘2T Plan’ — From Tariffs To Political Coup | DNA Decodes

In today’s DNA, we analysed how Donald Trump’s ‘2T Plan’ is impacting global politics, from Venezuela and Brazil to Bangladesh and Pakistan.  

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Amid Trump`s Trade `Threat`, Doval Meets Putin In Moscow; Discusses Strengthening India-Russia Strategic Partnership

India and Russia continue to be close and time-tested partners, collaborating on a range of key defense and strategic initiatives. These include the supply of S-400 air defense systems, MiG-29 fighter jets, and joint production of AK-203 rifles and BrahMos missiles in India—projects that underline the depth of bilateral defense cooperation.

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Charges Framed In Major Terror Funding Case By NIA Special Court: Big Breakthrough For J&K CIK`s Fight Against Terror

Charges have been framed against two accused individuals Shabir Ahmad Bhat and Javaid Ahmad Yatoo, while criminal proceedings have also been initiated against absconding Pakistan-based LeT handler Sumama alias Babar alias Ilyas, who is also an accused in the case. 

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How to actually raise a seed round: Actionable advice from top investors at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

This isn’t your typical venture panel. Expect sharp insights on how to cut through the noise, structure your raise, and build relationships that last beyond a term sheet. Whether you're gearing up for your first round or advising a founder who is, this is the TC Disrupt session you don’t want to miss.

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First impressions of Alexa+, Amazon’s upgraded, AI-powered digital assistant

To find out whether Alexa is still the best smart assistant for my family, I'm going to test Amazon's AI-powered devices, experiment with AI queries, and write out my thoughts in a multi-part series.

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Congress Slams PM Modi’s ‘Huglomacy’, Calls For Foreign Policy Reset After Trump’s Tariff

Congress on Wednesday strongly criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi after US President Donald Trump imposed an additional 25 per cent tariff on Indian imports over continued oil trade with Russia, saying that India's foreign policy and administration needs a comprehensive reset. 

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Touchdown In Jaipur: Ukraine’s First Lady Refuels Diplomacy En Route To Tokyo

En route to Japan, a plane carrying Ukraine’s First Lady Olena Zelenska and top officials made an unscheduled stop in Jaipur for refuelling.

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Justice Delivered After Three Decades: 250 Families Of Terror Victims Receive Government Jobs In Jammu And Kashmir

For the first time since terrorism broke out in Kashmir, families affected by terror violence have received justice—marking a significant step in rehabilitation and support for the victims of terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir.

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Something Big On August 5? Here’s Why India Is Buzzing With Speculation | DNA Decodes

The political corridors and social media are abuzz with the belief that the government might be gearing up for a historic political decision. The conversation gained traction after Iltija Mufti, daughter of former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti, hinted on social media that there has been talk for a week that the government might take a significant decision on August 5.

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India Issues Stern Reply To Trump`s Tariff Hike Threat, Says `Targeted By US`

 The Indian government has issued a strongly worded response following US President Donald Trump's recent threat to impose additional tariffs on Indian goods. The statement, released on Monday by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), asserts that India is being unfairly singled out by both the United States and the European Union for its continued imports of Russian oil.

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Train On Tracks, Car On Platform: Bizarre Scene Unfolds At Meerut Railway Station, Video Goes Viral | WATCH

A shocking video of a man driving a car on the platform of Meerut City railway station is making rounds on social media. The car is seen dangerously close to a moving train.

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PM Modi Set To Inaugurate Bengaluru Metro Yellow Line, Lay Foundation Phase 3 Expansion

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Karnataka’s Bengaluru on August 10 to inaugurate the “long-awaited” yellow line metro, and he will also lay the foundation stone for the Phase 3 metro. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Tejasvi Surya on Sunday informed of the PM’s visit and called it a “landmark moment.”   

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Air India Cancels Singapore-Chennai Flight Due To Technical Snag In Plane

Air India said in a statement that the flight AI349 scheduled to operate from Singapore to Chennai has been cancelled due to a maintenance task identified prior to departure, which required additional time for rectification.

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Lina Khan points to Figma IPO as vindication of M&A scrutiny

A surprising figure is celebrating Figma’s successful IPO: Lina Khan, former chair of the Federal Trade Commission, who said the offering demonstrates the value of "letting startups grow into independently successful businesses."

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From Tariffs To Tactics: 3 Hints Trump Is Walking Back Tariff Aggression | DNA Decodes

President Trump's recent decisions—particularly imposing tariffs on India—could bring consequences that may harm the U.S. economy. The rapid policy shifts now underway seem to reflect his growing awareness of those consequences.

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Need To support Negotiators On US Tariff Talks: Shashi Tharoor

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor emphasized the need to support Indian negotiators in ongoing trade talks with the US over tariffs. He acknowledged the challenges but stressed exploring other global markets if the US remains unreasonable.

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Tesla partly liable in Florida Autopilot trial, jury awards $329M in damages

The jury verdict is one of the first major legal decisions about driver assistance technology that has gone against Tesla. Both Elon Musk and Tesla have spent years making claims about Autopilot's capabilities.

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Gangtok’s Himalayan Zoo Welcomes Twin Red Panda Cubs As `Lucky` Turns Mother

At Gangtok’s Himalayan Zoological Park commonly known as Bulbulee a red panda named Lucky has given birth to two cubs who are currently nesting together with her. The cubs will remain off-display for about a year before being introduced to visitors. The arrival of these cubs marks a rare success for conservation efforts as red pandas face mounting threats in the wild and remain listed as an endangered species.

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