Defense tech Hadrian raises $1.37B at $8B valuation

Hadrian is building automated factories to mass-produce parts for defense vehicles like submarines. It's backed by a long list of well-known investors.

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SC-ST reservation explained: Why Centre opposes ‘creamy layer’ rule for Dalits and tribals

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment filed an affidavit before the apex court opposing a petition that sought income-based sub-quotas within reserved categories.

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Why Lightspeed is going all-in on creator-led venture capital

Venture firms are turning to creators to build trust with the next generation of founders before a check is ever written. It’s a trend that’s been building with a16z’s acquisition of Erik Torenberg’s Turpentine podcast and OpenAI’s acquisition of TBPN. Lightspeed Venture Partners just made its own notable hire in that vein, bringing on Claire Zau, a seed investor with a major following on Instagram and […]

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Jeff Dean and other top AI researchers are leaving Google to launch their own startup

The legendary Google executive is joined by other outgoing Google execs in a joint mission to use AI to push forward the process of scientific discovery.

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SC proposes no fuel for uninsured vehicles to improve road safety | DNA Analysis

The Supreme Court has proposed denying fuel to uninsured vehicles, expanding mandatory third-party insurance, and using ANPR cameras to strengthen enforcement and improve road safety.

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Dabur products: Not 100 per cent purity, but 100 per cent deception? | DNA analysis

FSSAI has issued a strict order against Dabur India Limited and banned the sale of several major Dabur food products with immediate effect.  

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J&K: Opposition parties call for statewide protests in J&K on Article 370 anniversary

The PDP alleged that several leaders and workers, including Iltija Mufti, were detained outside party headquarters while attempting to protest. 

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No ‘Mangal Milan’, just lunch: Are 3 TMC rebel MPs eyeing a U-turn?

Rebel TMC faction's three Muslim MPs Abu Tahir Khan, Khalilur Rahman and Yusuf Pathan skipped the NDA's parliamentary party weekly meeting 'mangal milan' two times in a row.

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Apple finally fixed Siri. So why does it feel anticlimactic?

Apple’s long-awaited AI overhaul finally makes Siri the assistant it was always supposed to be. But after years of delays, the launch lands in an AI landscape where chatbots have evolved into agents that can code, reason, create media, and complete complex tasks. Siri AI is genuinely useful, yet it arrives at a moment when simply being a capable AI assistant no longer feels revolutionary.

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Prashant Kishor enters Bihar assembly from Bankipur but why has the third-placed RJD rattled runner-up BJP?

The BJP took cognisance of the defeat as its president Nitin Nabin said that the party will not only introspect the result but will work harder to win over the voters. 

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MP Pappu Yadav says attacker came with knife; accused says, ‘We only threw slippers’

On July 31, Yadav arrived in Parliament dressed in saffron robes and as a priest while protesting over alleged theft of offerings at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Several religious leaders had criticised the protest.

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Monsoon fury across India: 82 dead in Assam floods, 8 killed in Kerala due to heavy rain

The IMD has forecast an increase in rainfall activity over northeast India and the foothills of the central and eastern Himalayas over the next four to five days.

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Pak handlers tracked CM Suvendu Adhikari, plotted fake-uniform infiltration at Delhi CJP protest

Bengal STF arrests 2 JeM operatives tracking CM Suvendu Adhikari for Pak handlers. Plot exposed to sabotage CJP Jantar Mantar protest using police uniforms.

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Jharkhand’s ‘Anonymous Gen Z movement’: 5,000 students protest JPSC exam irregularities in Ranchi

The Ranchi protest has also not received the same level of support from actors or activists on social media as the Jantar Mantar protest. 

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Fresh off its Wiz payout, Index Ventures raises $2B across three funds

The new funding brings Index's total available investing capital to $3.5 billion.

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VC-backed startups commit more fraud, and researchers think they know why

New research from the U.K.’s Imperial College and France’s Emlyon Business School mapped out how Silicon Valley founders commit fraud — and the role investors play.

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`I want to forgive youngsters who abuse me`: PM Modi releases new Instagram video on anti-paper leak bill, reaches out to youth

PM Narendra Modi released a new Instagram video addressing youth on anti-paper leak measures, stating he forgives young students criticising him online.  

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Florida plans to build air taxi pads using $200M intended for EV chargers

Florida wants to use federal EV charger funds to build an air taxi network connecting golf courses, luxury apartment buildings, and airports.

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Amarnath cave alert: Heavy rains trigger sudden flash flood near holy cave; water recedes

Sudden heavy rain near the Amarnath Holy Cave triggered a low-intensity flash flood on Thursday evening. Officials confirm the situation is under control.

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Delhi crime alert: 20-year-old woman shot dead in Keshavpuram; police hunt co-worker

A 20-year-old daycare taker was shot dead in the forehead inside a Keshavpuram house in Delhi. Police have launched a manhunt for her co-worker.  

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Claude Opus 5 became downright ruthless when tasked with running a vending machine

Andon Labs' latest vending machine simulation shows Opus 5 lied and colluded its way to become the best AI capitalist ever.

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Farmers scuffle with police in Bhopal after talks with Madhya Pradesh govt fail to end agitation

Tensions flared in Bhopal as farmers scuffled with police after talks with the MP government failed to fully satisfy protesting agricultural union leaders.

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eBay reaches $56M settlement with e-commerce newsletter writers it terrorized in 2019

Ina and David Steiner inspired the ire of high-level eBay executives after occasionally criticizing the company in their newsletter. In 2019, a plot was concocted to intimidate the couple into halting their negative coverage.

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Why did Meta briefly block PM Modi`s Facebook video in India?

According to the analysis, the video, uploaded on July 23 during the peak of the protests at Jantar Mantar over alleged examination irregularities, contained the Prime Minister's assurance of strict action against paper leaks. 

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Apple sued after alleged App Store crypto scam cost users $1.8M

Apple is facing a lawsuit from three users who say they collectively lost more than $1.8 million after downloading a fraudulent crypto wallet from the App Store, challenging the company’s longstanding claims that its app review process keeps users safe from scams.

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Paper Leak Law: Opposition uproar disrupts debate on 2026 Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha | DNA Explained

The proposed 2026 paper leak law seeks tougher punishments, higher fines and faster investigations and trials, but Opposition protests disrupted debate on the Bill in the Lok Sabha.

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`Students are being jailed for protests`: Why Justice Ujjal Bhuyan`s remarks are making headlines

Unfortunately, even lawful activities are now being criminalized, he said.

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NEET, UGC-NET, BPSC: Why every new fix fails to stop the next paper leak in India

Competitive examinations in the country continue to witness repeated paper leaks despite investigations, committees and new laws. The article examines why reforms have failed to restore the integrity of such tests.

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Can Apple make smart glasses that aren’t a constant privacy threat?

As Apple prepares to launch its first smart glasses, the company may also be wrestling with how to address consumer privacy concerns.

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Making sense of the panic over Chinese AI

On the latest episode of Equity, we discussed why Moonshot AI's Kimi seemed to panic Silicon Valley and Wall Street.

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From destruction to development: Drass and Kargil’s astonishing rise from blood-soaked peaks to booming Himalayan cities

Twenty-seven years after the Kargil War, Drass and Kargil have transformed from remote battlefronts into emerging urban and tourism hubs, driven by major advances in education, healthcare, connectivity and infrastructure.

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What next for CJP? Beyond Pradhan`s exit, student group eyes long-term youth advocacy

Celebrating Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's exit, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke called it the "first wicket" as the party prepares its next strategy.  

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Volkswagen engineers charged with insider trading tied to Rivian joint venture

The indictment, which was unsealed Friday, alleges the Volkswagen engineers used confidential insider information to buy stock in Rivian.

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Indian seafarer killed in Black Sea attack on MV OMORFI; MEA condemns strike on commercial shipping

An Indian national died after commercial vessel MV OMORFI was attacked in the Black Sea. The MEA condemned the strike, raising safety concerns for seafarers.  

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Bill seeks up to 3-year jail term for insulting or disrupting Vande Mataram | DNA Explained

The government has proposed a legal amendment to protect the dignity of ‘Vande Mataram’ by making its deliberate disruption a punishable offence, bringing its legal safeguards closer to those available to the national anthem.

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AegisAI, founded by former Google security execs, lands $36M to stop AI-driven spear phishing

The Series A was led by Battery Ventures, bringing AegisAI total funding to $49 million.

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Cyber warfare on student protests? Delhi Police clamp down on 480 Pakistan handles exploiting CJP agitation

Delhi Police blocks 480 Pakistan-based social media accounts spreading fake news amid ongoing CJP NEET protests as Islamabad calls agitation an 'internal matter.'  

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Travis Kalanick’s robotics company raises $1.7B, led by a16z

Uber is also investing in Travis Kalanick's company Atoms, which has made gauzy claims about using industrial AI to modernize the world.

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`I will end fast if govt assures no action against NEET protesters`: Sonam Wangchuk in video message

In a letter to Union ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh, Wangchuk appealed for the government to protect the students who had joined the movement demanding accountability.

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Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi along with other detained Congress leaders, released by Delhi Police

Rahul Gandhi was taken to the Chhatrasal Stadium while Priyanka Gandhi Vadra was taken to the  Mandir Marg police station a short while ago. CPP Chairperson Sonia Gandhi was also seen at the Mandir Marg police station, following the detention of Gandhi siblings.

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OpenAI is scared of open-weight models. Should the US be?

Talk of banning Chinese-made open-weight LLMs reveals the challenge of turning AI into a business.

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Natural raises $30M to reinvent payments for AI agents — and take on Stripe

The one-year-old startup aims to reinvent financial architecture for autonomous AI transactions.

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COVID-19’s 2021 variant raises fresh concerns in 2026; four deaths reported across states | DNA Explained

A new COVID-19 variant, RF.5, has been detected in India, with cases reported across eight states and four deaths in Andhra Pradesh, prompting renewed concerns over the virus and the protection offered by vaccines.

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Netflix paid $587M for Ben Affleck’s AI filmmaking startup

Netflix revealed that it paid $587 million in cash for InterPositive, a startup co-founded by Ben Affleck.

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What to watch for after Jensen Huang’s Japan visit

Jensen Huang left Tokyo with deals spanning Japan's entire tech ecosystem.

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Can an Apple lawsuit derail OpenAI’s hardware plans?

On the latest episode of Equity, we debate whether Apple's lawsuit will cast over OpenAi's much-discussed plans to get into hardware and go public.

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Sonam Wangchuk refuses fluids at the hospital as hunger strike continues; Wife alleges lack of transparency

Wangchuk’s wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, alleged a lack of transparency from the hospital’s end, claiming they were neither allowed to seek a second medical opinion nor given his blood sample for independent testing.

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Waymo says San Francisco service has resumed after one-hour pause

This isn’t the first time power outages have caused issues for Waymo.

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Kimi: Threat or menace?

Chinese company Moonshot AI released a new version of its Kimi model this week, prompting concern about "full AI communism."

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Vikram-1: How India joined space elite while quietly becoming world`s fuel reserve

Vikram-1, named after Dr Vikram Sarabhai, the father of India's space programme, lifted off at 12:05 pm from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, using ISRO's launchpad.

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Apple and Google ordered to purge ‘nudify’ apps from App Stores

In letters sent to Apple and Google, San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu said that both companies have long been aware that they are hosting apps in violation of state law.

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Nuclear startup Valar Atomics in talks to raise new funding at $6B valuation

The potential deal highlights a growing trend of complex, multi-stage funding rounds that mask true entry prices.

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Why is India`s first Hydrogen train being called the future of rail travel?

The train commenced its maiden journey from Jind to Sonipat in Haryana, showcasing India's growing focus on sustainable mobility through indigenous technology.

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Founders Fund hires former OpenAI exec Ryan Beiermeister (and not because of her Mafia skills)

Ryan Beiermeister, who demonstrated cool analysis in the Founders Fund YouTube series "Mafia," has joined the firm as a partner.

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From borders to Bay: How Ajit Doval is shaping India`s regional security strategy

Doval said the current global environment is marked by geopolitical uncertainty, armed conflicts, technological disruption and supply chain challenges, making closer cooperation among BIMSTEC nations essential. He stressed that regional peace, stability and prosperity can only be secured through coordinated action against common threats. 

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Google Vids now lets you star in your own AI videos

Google is adding personalized AI avatars to Vids that let users create videos starring a digital version of themselves, alongside Gemini Omni-powered tools for generating and editing videos from prompts and reference images.

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NEET (UG) 2026 results out: 11.21 lakh candidates qualify re-test

Punjab's Aryan Gupta and Haryana's Panshul Bansal shared the top honours nationally, each scoring an impressive 715 out of 720. In all, 19 candidates crossed the 700 mark, while nearly 1,500 scored 650 or above.

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Microsoft patches bug in video game Age of Empires II

The vulnerability in the decades-old game could have allowed hackers to take over victims’ computers with a malicious game invite.

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Kudankulam data leak involves no nuclear safety systems, NPCIL clarifies

A ransomware group called World Leaks recently posted files on the dark web that it claimed were tied to Kudankulam, India's largest nuclear facility, located in Tamil Nadu, with a total planned capacity of 6,000 MW.

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Nand Kishore Goenka`s demise: Political leaders express condolences; Last rites on July 15

Shri Nand Kishore Goenka was born on 28 September 1930 and was a dedicated RSS volunteer. He devoted his entire life to social work and cow service and played a key role in uniting the society. 

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The founder of Hinge raised $18M to build a new AI dating service, Overtone

Overtone describes itself as "a voice- and audio-forward service, enabled by AI, that provides highly curated introductions."

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Google faces another AI training lawsuit from major publishers

Hachette, Cengage, Elsevier, and other publishers allege that Google trained its AI on copyrighted works without the necessary permissions.

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Conviction of Tahir Hussain sparks political reactions; DNA examines backing behind Delhi riots convict

Political laders like Congress MP Imran Masood and MLA Amanatullah Khan expressed sympathy for 2020 Delhi riots case convict Tahir Hussain. 

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The number that has eluded every party since 1986 is now within BJP`s reach in Rajya Sabha ahead of crucial Monsoon Session

The immediate boost is expected to come from West Bengal, where by-elections for three Rajya Sabha seats are scheduled for July 24.

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Apple says former employee exploited ‘rare’ bug to download confidential files after leaving for OpenAI

Apple would not comment on the "security breach," which allegedly allowed a former employee to download sensitive files from Apple's network long after he departed the company for rival OpenAI.

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Remembering Nand Kishore Goenka: The life, legacy and values of Dr. Subhash Chandra`s father

Though he stayed away from business, he devoted his life to social causes and cow welfare. He consistently urged future generations to pursue success in business while remaining committed to serving the nation. 

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Badrinath temple donation theft: SIT arrests suspended BKTC official Pramod Nautiyal in Dehradun

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the high-profile cash offerings theft at the Badrinath temple has significantly intensified its crackdown. In a major development that brings the heat closer to the top administration, the SIT has detained a high-ranking official embedded within the temple management committee.

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Ram temple donation theft case: Syndicate Bank link surfaces; trust changes counting rules and control room team

Syndicate Bank link emerges in the Ram temple donation theft case. The trust changes donation counting rules, reshuffles the control room team and investigators expand the property probe linked to the alleged theft.

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Monsoon mayhem: Flash floods hit Kashmir, landslides block Uttarakhand highways; IMD alerts Himachal & Bengal

Severe monsoon rains trigger flash floods in Kashmir's Anantnag and block 69 roads in Uttarakhand. IMD issues weather alerts for Himachal and West Bengal.  

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This slushie machine was a lifesaver during NYC’s heat wave

Last weekend’s brutal NYC heat wave had me craving a frozen drink almost every afternoon. Normally, that would mean sweating through a walk to 7-Eleven for a slurpee. This time, though, I stayed home and put the new Ninja Slushi Twist to the test. Ninja’s latest slushie machine builds on the popularity of the original […]

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Pakistani terrorist Shehzad Bhatti among 8 chargesheeted by NIA in ambala`s baldev nagar police station car blast case

The Pakistani terrorist had established operational modules in India, and assigned local operatives to arrange logistics and explosive substances for carrying out attacks at police establishments as part of the conspiracy. 

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Inside ISRO`s masterplan: How India`s 5-module `Bharatiya Antariksha Station` will counter China`s space dominance by 2035

ISRO's Bharatiya Antariksha Station explained: 5 modules, 2028 launch, 2035 completion. Full details on India's space station plan and its strategic benefits.  

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From music to guns: Who is Deepak Nandal? Haryana gangster in limelight once again after Gurugram encounter

Born into a modest family in Haryana, Deepak Nandal’s journey is a chilling transition from the glitz of the entertainment industry to the shadows of organised crime.

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Paris-based AI voice startup Gradium raises $100M seed, backed by Nvidia

The company is using the cash to open an office in the Bay Area and compete for talent there, "strengthening its position at the heart of the world's leading AI ecosystem."

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`Lost 14 kgs`: Arrested US mercenary demands pasta, fish in jail over `spicy, oily` Tihar food: Report

Matthew Aaron VanDyke, who has been in custody since April, alleges that he has been effectively on a hunger strike since May 6 due to the nature of the jail meals, which he describes as excessively oily, spicy, and fried.

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This startup thinks robotics is about to have its ChatGPT moment

General Intuition is betting millions of hours of video game data can train the foundation models for physical AI, making it easier to build smarter robots with minimal real-world data.

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Google Photos adds a new AI ‘Video Remix’ tool

The feature can do things like apply cinematic relighting to brighten up a dark clip, swap out a plain background for something fun, or add artistic styles to videos.

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India `deeply concerned` with escalation of tensions in West Asia, calls for restraint

The US President's remarks came amid renewed tensions in the region following a series of attacks on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil shipping route. 

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Figma acquires team behind a vibe-coding app

The Y Combinator-backed company started a vibe-coding platform and later built an agent-creation product.

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Historic agreement signed between four states to resolve long-standing Narmada award payment disputes

The document was signed by the Chief Ministers of the four participating states - Devendra Fadnavis (Maharashtra), Bhupendra Patel (Gujarat), Bhajan Lal Sharma (Rajasthan), and Dr. Mohan Yadav (Madhya Pradesh).

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Vercel CEO Guillermo Rauch on the fight to split off models from agents

"The reality is, when you're optimizing for production, you start looking at a price/performance," Guillermo Rauch tells TechCrunch.

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Can PM Modi`s three-nation visit strengthen India`s Indo-Pacific strategy against China?

The importance Indonesia attached to the visit was evident from the moment the Prime Minister's aircraft entered its airspace. Indonesian fighter jets escorted the aircraft, while President Prabowo Subianto personally received Mr Modi at the airport.

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Every major tech layoff in 2026 that has name-checked AI

A running look — in reverse chronological order — at the bigger tech companies that have announced significant layoffs this year with AI as a stated factor.

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Uber’s European expansion plans may have hit a speed bump

Back in February, Uber announced ambitious plans to launch in seven new European markets in 2026 — but now five of those launches are reportedly on hold.

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Trump memecoin investors lost $3.8 billion, analysis finds

Nearly 1 million people have lost a total of $3.8 billion after buying President Donald Trump’s $TRUMP memecoin, while Trump made $636 million.

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6 dead, 1 injured after multi-storey chawl collapses in Mankhurd amid heavy downpour in Mumbai

This incident comes as Mumbai continues to battle intense rainfall, with civic authorities already on high alert for weather-related emergencies across the city.

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Mumbai Rain: Schools and colleges shut on Monday as IMD issues orange alert

The IMD has warned that more heavy showers are expected on Monday, prompting Mumbai civic body to take early precautionary measures.

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New Google commercial imagines a Declaration of Independence written with help from AI

Two hundred and fifty years after the signing of the Declaration of Independence, a new commercial asks: What if the Founding Fathers had access to Google Workspace?

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Ayodhya Ram temple donation theft probe: Why questions are now being raised over trust treasurer swami Govind Dev Giri Maharaj

According to those supporting him, the SIT has not, so far, produced any conclusive evidence against Champat Rai. They believe any action against him should be based solely on the outcome of the investigation.

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The only AI glossary you’ll need this year

The rise of AI has brought an avalanche of new terms and slang. Here is a glossary with definitions of some of the most important words and phrases you might encounter.

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The Dune keypad device can be your meeting controller and more

The $149 Dune keyboard can be a meeting controller at least and a script-executing keypad at best.

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Donation theft row: Bahraich dargah vs Ram temple, decoding the selective silence | DNA Analysis

Allegations similar to Ram temple doantion teft were raised regarding the Syed Salar Masud Ghazi Dargah in Bahraich, located around 115 kilometres from Ayodhya. 

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Anthropic is discussing a new custom chip with Samsung

The news comes about a week after OpenAI announced its own custom AI chip in a partnership with Broadcom.

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Salman Khan house firing: Wanted gangster Anmol Bishnoi moves Mumbai court to surrender

Lodged in Tihar Jail, wanted gangster Anmol Bishnoi has moved a Mumbai court to voluntarily surrender in the 2024 Salman Khan firing case trial.    

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`The army handed us guns`: JAAC leader exposes Pakistan`s terror blueprint before 80,000 in PoJK

On Day 24 of the PoJK uprising, JAAC leader Sardar Aman Khan exposed the Pakistan Army terror nexus before 80,000 people in Rawalakot.  

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Neocloud Together AI raises $800M, leaps to $8.3B valuation

The AI neocloud provider, which specializes in hosting open source models, last raised at a $3.3 billion valuation in early 2025.

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Inside the `third eye`: How a high-tech digital shield is securing Amarnath Yatra

The multi-layered security architecture combines snipers, Machan Morchas, artificial intelligence-enabled surveillance cameras, Facial Recognition Systems (FRS), Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras, drones and anti-drone systems to monitor every stage of the pilgrimage in real time.

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West Bengal overhauls OBC reservation, cuts quota from 17% to 7% | DNA Analysis

West Bengal has reduced its OBC reservation quota from 17% to 7% after passing amendment Bills that retain 66 communities and remove 113 from the OBC list. 

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Clicks shows off its BlackBerry-inspired phone in a new hands-on video

A new video shows the final production version of the upcoming Clicks Communicator, a BlackBerry-like smartphone that runs modern apps.

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Chamath Palihapitiya raises $135M Series A for his AI coding startup, takes CEO role

VCs remain thirsty to fund AI coding startups. This one, founded by investor, Chamath Palihapitiya, is no exception.

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Gemini’s personalized AI image generation is now free for U.S. users

Google is expanding Gemini’s personalized AI image generation to eligible free users in the U.S., allowing the chatbot to create images based on your interests and data from connected Google apps.

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Waymo and Uber quietly part ways in Phoenix

The companies confirmed to TechCrunch that their unusual partnership in Phoenix recently ended after nearly three years..

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Why PM Modi is in Seychelles, why this tiny island is important for India’s strategy in Indian Ocean

PM Modi’s visit to Seychelles comes during a period of closer cooperation between the two countries in the Indian Ocean region. Both sides also cover security, trade and maritime partnerships.

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PM Modi gets Seychelles` top honour; India once saved the island nation from coup bid

The award was announced during PM Modi’s visit as India and Seychelles completed 50 years of diplomatic ties. The honour also brought attention back to an earlier period when New Delhi played an important role in supporting Seychelles during a coup attempt.

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Ford rehires ‘gray beard’ engineers after AI falls short

"Mistakenly we thought that by just introducing artificial intelligence ... that would produce a high-quality product.”

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Will INS Ikshak conduct survey of waters around Seychelles as INS Nirdeshak did years ago?

INS Ikshak's deployment to Seychelles alongside Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit underscores India's commitment to strengthening maritime cooperation, though it remains unclear whether the vessel will conduct hydrographic surveys similar to those carried out by the erstwhile INS Nirdeshak. 

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Instagram is testing more ways to customize ‘Your Algorithm’

Instagram users could soon see more ways to tune their content.

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SoftBank’s CEO isn’t the only one with questions about Elon Musk’s orbital data center hype

Not everyone is buying Elon Musk’s vision for orbital data centers.

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Kejriwal announces ‘Ek Shaam Shivji Ke Naam’ program across 22 cities in Punjab

AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal announced a series of religious and cultural initiatives in Punjab, including a grand temple dedicated to Mata Sita, Luv and Kush in Amritsar, expansion of the Mukh Mantri Teerath Yatra Yojna, and statewide devotional programmes.

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Congress accuses Rajnath Singh of misleading Parliament after soldiers killed in Op Sindoor named; Centre clarifies

The Congress accused Defence Minister Rajnath Singh of misleading Parliament after the government officially named six soldiers martyred during Operation Sindoor. The Ministry of Defence rejected the charge, saying Singh's remarks were taken out of context.

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OpenAI limits GPT-5.6 rollout after government request, says restrictions shouldn’t be the norm

“We don’t believe this kind of government access process should become the long-term default,” says OpenAI. “It keeps the best tools from users, developers, enterprises, cyber defenders, and global partners who need them.”

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Thousands participate in peaceful 10th Muharram procession across Srinagar under tight security

Thousands of mourners participated in the peaceful 10th Muharram (Ashura) procession across Srinagar under extensive security arrangements, with Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah joining devotees to pay tribute to Imam Hussain (AS). 

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Notion Mail shuts down amid agent takeover

Notion's email service is shutting down on September 22

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Historic breakthrough at SKIMS: Doctors cure rare HLH disease in Kashmiri child through international donor registry

In a historic medical milestone, SKIMS performs J&K's first unrelated stem cell transplant on a 3-year-old child, using a life-saving donor from Poland.  

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Here’s why Slate changed the battery in its cheap EV truck

While there was probably a moment when Slate’s leadership had to green-light the switch from one battery type to another, the momentum toward that decision had been building for years.

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Muzaffarnagar factory horror: Beaten with iron rods, fed bran rotis, guarded by a Pitbull – rescued bonded workers describe their ordeal

A police raid in Muzaffarnagar’s Mandi village led to the rescue of 12 workers from a disposable plate manufacturing factory where they were held in bonded labour. The workers alleged they were beaten, kept confined without phones or identity papers and denied proper food for months.

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Three arrested in Kolkata warehouse collapse that left five dead, 20 injured

According to the West Bengal Chief Minister’s Office, those arrested have been identified as Saiyad Md Gulzar, the building supervisor, and labour suppliers Md Ataul and Subhash Chowdhury.

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The Instax Wide 400 builds on instant photography’s simplicity and stretches it, literally

In an AI and digital world, analog instant film and retro-style cameras continue to remain popular, fueled by a mix of both nostalgia and novelty.

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Mark Zuckerberg wants Meta to launch its own prediction market

Mark Zuckerberg reportedly wants Meta to have its own prediction market app.

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Ram Mandir donation theft: What the SIT report says and what happens next | DNA

Ram Mandir donation theft SIT report: Decoding the SIT report on donation theft at Ayodhya's Ram Mandir: what it found, who it named, and what the Home Ministry decides next.

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J-K: Kulgam police launch massive search operations ahead of Amarnath Yatra, several OGWs detained

Kulgam Police, along with security forces, launched extensive search operations across forests, orchards, and vulnerable areas ahead of the Shri Amarnath Yatra. Several suspected OGWs were detained for questioning as part of enhanced security measures aimed at ensuring a safe and peaceful pilgrimage.  

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Google DeepMind bets $75M on AI’s future in Hollywood with A24 deal

Google DeepMind and A24 are teaming up to build AI filmmaking tools.

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Lucknow fire tragedy: The troubling history of building where 15 died had a demolition order issued in 2016

The tragic Lucknow Aliganj fire that claimed 15 young lives has exposed a dark history. Investigation records reveal that the building was slapped with an official demolition order by the LDA in 2016 for unauthorized construction before it was quietly revoked.  

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Silver, necklace, padukas, mace… what went missing from Ram Mandir? Big names under investigation

SIT has submitted a preliminary report on alleged irregularities in Ram Mandir donations and recorded statements from multiple people associated to the temple trust. The probe is now looking into missing valuables, cash handling and missing records and surveillance footage.

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Eknath Shinde gets stronger as 6 UBT MPs defect – what it means for BJP in Maharashtra

As Maharashtra moves closer to the next election cycle, the addition of six MPs is likely to give Eknath Shinde more space in negotiations, both within the state and at the Centre, while also testing the balance within the Mahayuti alliance in the months ahead.

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Ubisoft co-founder Claude Guillemot dies in plane crash

Claude Guillemot, who founded Ubisoft with his four brothers, has died at the age of 69.

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From Charter flights to `cut money`: Inside the explosive financial scandal threatening to tear Mamata Banerjee`s TMC apart

TMC faces a growing fund row as rebel leaders seek a probe into party money, bank accounts, chartered flights and election spending in West Bengal.

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Signal’s Meredith Whittaker wants you to remember that AI chatbots ‘are not your friends’

"These are not your friends. These are not conscious beings. These are not sentient interlocutors.”

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In the Weights is your new AI-centric vanity search

So ... what's your In the Weights score?

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Founders Fund’s outlier bet on humanely killed fish

Shinkei makes a refrigerator-sized robot called Poseidon to kill fish quickly and humanely.

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35 seconds to catch criminal: How the new ABHIGYAN App changes Indian policing

ABHIGYAN app by NCRB replaces a process that once took days and shuts the loophole criminals use by changing their name or appearance.

from Zee News :India National

MP: Woman strikes fortune in Panna, finds diamond worth over Rs 20 lakh

A woman leaseholder from Noida discovered a high-quality 6.54-carat diamond worth over Rs 20 lakh in a shallow mine in Madhya Pradesh's Panna district. The precious stone will now be auctioned by the Diamond Office as per government rules.  

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Almost half of U.S. singles feel negatively about AI in dating, Match says

About 47% of singles look negatively at the use of AI in dating -- but, many dating app users are open to AI helping with profile punch-ups and conversation starters.

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J&K: IGP Kashmir reviews arrangements for Amarnath Yatra

IGP Kashmir V.K. Birdi chaired a high-level review meeting to assess security, traffic, and public facilitation measures for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra.

from Zee News :India National

Social media’s next evolution: User-controlled algorithms

Social media feeds are becoming more customizable as platforms like Threads, Instagram, and TikTok introduce tools that let users directly influence the algorithms powering their recommendations.

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Moonwalk in a saree? Bihar`s Komal Kumari wins the internet with flawless Michael Jackson dance tribute | VIRAL VIDEO

Bihar content creator Komal Kumari went viral globally after executing a flawless Michael Jackson moonwalk to 'Billie Jean' while wearing a traditional Indian saree.  

from Zee News :India National

Anthropic’s latest feud with the Trump admin may actually help it, sales data suggests

Anthropic's popularity with business users is growing so well that the latest beef with the government might actually boost it, data from Ramp suggests.

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Apple plans to change its Hide My Email privacy feature that could make it less effective

In the coming weeks, Apple will move anonymously generated emails addresses to a different domain.

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Meta’s new ‘AI Mode’ on Facebook pulls from public info across its platforms

Meta announced Monday that it's rolling out a wave of new AI features on Facebook, the latest sign of the company's effort to catch up in the AI race and keep users more engaged on the platform.

from TechCrunch

How a party that once gained 897 votes could become the fifth-largest force in Lok Sabha | DNA analysis

TMC rebel factions merger with NCPI will instantly make it the fifth-largest party in the Lok Sabha. At present, the BJP has 240 MPs, followed by the Congress with 98, the Samajwadi Party with 37 and the DMK with 22.

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Kashmir tourism industry announces up to 65% siscount for Amarnath pilgrims as revival measure post Pahalgam attack

To revive the J&K tourism sector Kashmir tourism announced discouts for Amarnath pilgrims post Pahalgam attack. 

from Zee News :India National

Three Indian sailors killed, no remorse or apology from US: Has Rubio sent India a warning?

The controversy began after the US State Department released details of a phone call between Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and his American counterpart.

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UK may ban social media for children under 16

The U.K. seems to be following Australia's lead in banning a wide swath of social media for teens.

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India aims to co-develop, co-design, co-produce, co-manufacture: MEA on Rafale deal with France

'We aim to move towards co-developing, co-designing, co-producing,' and co-manufacturing, said MEA,

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`No govt has ever received this much love after 4.5 years in office as AAP Govt is receiving today`: Arvind Kejriwal

Arvind Kejriwal said Punjab had been pushed towards ruin during the regimes of the Shiromani Akali Dal, BJP and Congress, when drugs spread across the state, and a dark chapter engulfed Punjab.

from Zee News :India National

KPMG pulls report on AI usage due to apparent hallucinations

Once again, AI proves to be an unreliable source of information about AI.

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How and why a saree worn during India’s Mangalyan mission ended up in top US museum

The silk saree was worn by ISRO scientist Nandini Harinath during a crucial phase of the mission. The display celebrates both the mars mission and the role of women in space science.

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India takes innovation push to Europe as 120 deep-tech startups showcase cutting-edge technologies in France

The three-day summit, scheduled from June 14 to June 16, will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron in Nice. 

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Amazon CEO reportedly raised Anthropic model concerns before government crackdown

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy may have been the source of security concerns that led Anthropic to cut off worldwide access to two models on Friday.

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SpaceX president Gwynne Shotwell just gave another hint at a Tesla merger

A SpaceX-Tesla merger seems inevitable.

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Cabinet Secretary TV Somanathan reviews NEET re-examination preparedness with DG, NTA

The Central Government, State Governments and District administration are working together in close coordination, to ensure smooth conduct of the NEET re-examination. 

from Zee News :India National

After tragic loss ends a world tour dream, retired banker donates life savings to Army

Shreekant Sahasrabuddhe, a retired banker handed over Rs 25.51 lakh to Major General Navtej Sohal, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Uttar Maharashtra and Gujarat Sub-Area. 

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Oracle warns of security bug that hackers abused to breach 100+ companies

The tech giant warned of a security flaw that a cybercrime gang said it's exploiting as part of a mass-hacking campaign. Google said it notified more than 100 organizations that had potentially vulnerable servers.

from TechCrunch

Bluesky launches group chats, as company shifts focus to community features

Bluesky's latest feature is group chats, arriving amid a shift in focus on building features for smaller communities.

from TechCrunch

Wing drone delivery might not be a novelty anymore

Wing is expanding into seven more U.S. cities through its partnership with Walmart.

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Himachal government restores deferred salaries of Ministers, MLAs, Speaker; CM`s 50% salary deferment to continue

The notification, issued on Wednesday, partially modifies an earlier government order dated April 18, under which salaries of constitutional functionaries and legislators had been deferred as part of the state's financial management measures.

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District Court seeks Judge`s comments, stays proceedings in Advik Capital case while hearing transfer petitions

The petitions refer to several cases involving Advik Capital Limited and other entities mentioned in the petitions, which the applicants state are connected with businessman Vikas Garg.

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Congress working to rebuild organisation for next LS polls: Gaurav Gogoi

 Congress suffered a crushing defeat in the recently concluded Assembly polls in Assam, recording its worst performance ever in the state.

from Zee News :India National

Can tech companies learn to love cheaper AI models?

If those same AI workloads can be handled by cheaper models without affecting quality, it would mean a massive shift in the economics of AI.

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Who is Meenakshi Natarajan? Congress leader at the midst of Rajya Sabha nomination papers row

Meenakshi Natarajan is a former Member of Parliament (MP) from Mandsaur from 2009 to 2014. Meanwhile, the ECI is scheduled to conduct a meeting with a Congress delegation on Wednesday to address concerns over the rejection of party candidate Meenakshi Natarajan’s nomination papers for the Rajya Sabha elections.

from Zee News :India National

Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann distributes Rs 1.07 crore seed grants to 31 startups

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann described startups as a key pillar of Punjab’s future economic growth. He said the Punjab Government is committed to ensuring that no promising idea is abandoned due to lack of financial support. 

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Apple is fixing the headache of splitting the bill with its new Siri in Camera feature

"If you're grabbing a bite with friends and point your iPhone at the bill, then [you can] select what you ordered to split the tab with Apple Cash," said Apple VP of Software Sebastien Marineau-Mes.

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Two lakh students every year, over 1,200 institutes: How Patna turned student dreams into a Rs 15,000-crore coaching industry

Patna has emerged as India’s second-largest hub for competitive exam preparation after Kota. With more than 1,200 coaching institutes, nearly 2 lakh students arriving every year and a coaching economy worth over Rs 15,000 crore, the city has become one of the country’s biggest education destinations.

from Zee News :India National

After 2 years, INDIA bloc returning to the table in Delhi: Who’s in, who’s out and what’s on the agenda?

The meeting is scheduled at 12 noon at the Constitution Club in New Delhi on Monday (June 8).  

from Zee News :India National

Is this the dawn of the Tokenpocalypse?

We're likely to see more price increases as the big AI companies plan to go public.

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OpenAI unveils Lockdown Mode to protect sensitive data from prompt injection attacks

Even with Lockdown Mode, ChatGPT could be still vulnerable to prompt injections, but the goal is to reduce the likelihood that sensitive data gets shared in the process.

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Why is Pentagon worried about Mossad? DNA examines reported US-Israel intelligence tensions

The show also focused on India's launch of E-85 fuel, a blend consisting of 85 per cent ethanol and 15 per cent petrol. With sales beginning at select petrol pumps, the analysis explored the fuel's pricing compared to conventional petrol, its potential benefits and drawbacks, and the types of vehicles capable of using the new fuel blend.

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Former cyber executive turned whistleblower accuses IBM of covering up several data breaches

IBM and two of its subsidiary companies were allegedly breached during the mid-2010s, which a lawsuit filed by a former cybersecurity executive accuses IBM of not disclosing and actively covering up.

from TechCrunch

Startup Battlefield 200 applications officially close in 3 days

Applications for Startup Battlefield 200 officially close on June 8, 11:59 p.m. PT. Now’s not the time to wait any longer. Secure your shot at competing on the Disrupt Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 this October at San Francisco's Moscone West.

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Patna firing row: Khan Sir named in FIR, questions mount over alleged role

An FIR has been registered against Faisal Khan and two others in Patna in connection with a firing incident. The case includes charges under Section 109 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), relating to attempt to murder, along with provisions of the Arms Act.

from Zee News :India National

Google will pay SpaceX $920M per month for compute

The companies announced the deal on Friday, just one week ahead of SpaceX's historic IPO.

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Startup Battlefield is returning to Australia — here’s what happened the last time we came to Sydney

On August 19, Startup Battlefield is returning to Sydney in partnership with Stripe, one of the world's most iconic technology companies. We're taking over Stripe Tour Sydney for a night that the Australian startup ecosystem won't forget.

from TechCrunch

Apple approves Poke as the first AI agent on its Messages for Business platform

Poke, the startup that lets people use AI agents through simple text messages, has become the first AI agent approved for Apple’s Messages for Business platform.

from TechCrunch

Helion, the Sam Altman-backed fusion startup, raises $465M to build a power plant for Microsoft

Fusion startup Helion is racing to complete a power plant for Microsoft by 2028. A fresh infusion of cash should help with that.

from TechCrunch

Google’s Dreambeans, its weirdest-named AI tool to date, will turn your life into a cartoon

Dreambeans is a curated list of AI-illustrated "stories" culled from the personal data in your Google account.

from TechCrunch

Delhi Hotel Fire: Owner Lovkesh Bajaj arrested as probe into safety lapses deepens

The hotel's fire safety measures and evacuation arrangements are also under close scrutiny. Investigators are examining reports that the building had only one common entry and exit point, a factor that may have significantly hindered evacuation efforts as the flames spread through the structure.

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A startup, Everand, is now bundling e-books, audiobooks, and book clubs in challenge to Amazon

A new reading subscription from Everand offers access to both e-books and audiobooks, and Fable's book club community.

from TechCrunch

India tells EU to stay out of its internal affairs after Kashmir reference

India has officially rejected references to Jammu and Kashmir in the latest EU-Pakistan joint statement, reaffirming the region as an integral part of India.  

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From the stage to the future: Where are Startup Battlefield’s alumni now?

We wanted to show you what happens after the confetti falls. We checked in with some of our recent alumni, many of whom have sat down with us on Build Mode: The Founder Survival Guide, TechCrunch's podcast for founders at every stage.

from TechCrunch

Florida sues OpenAI, Sam Altman, in first-of-its-kind lawsuit over violent incidents

The lawsuit partially revolves around a shooting at Florida State University last year, and ChatGPT's alleged role in the incident.

from TechCrunch

Hackers hijacked Instagram accounts by tricking Meta AI support chatbot into granting access

Several users on social media reported having their Instagram accounts hacked over the weekend. Meta's own support chatbot was blamed for allowing hackers to hijack accounts.

from TechCrunch

DNA Explained: The dark truth behind YouTube teachers pushing revolt over math

In today's DNA episode, Zee News Managing Editor Rahul Sinha decodes how YouTube coaching teachers provoke students against journalists while earning crores in fees.  

from Zee News :India National

Parliamentary panel to meet today amid NEET-UG paper leak row

The committee will hold the meeting in the Committee Room of the Parliament House Avenue Extension at 11 AM. Additionally, the committee will meet on Tuesday at 11 AM to review the use of On-Screen-Marking (OSM) in Grade 12 CBSE exams and issues faced by students.

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DK Shivakumar Delhi meeting: Karnataka Cabinet, Deputy CMs, and KPCC chief on Congress` agenda

It is being speculated that Yateendra could get a potential place in the new cabinet of DK Shivkumar. Additionally, during the high-level talks in New Delhi, the appointment of Deputy Chief Minister(s) is also likely.  

from Zee News :India National

Erin Brockovich takes aim at data center secrecy

Environmental activist Erin Brockovich has a new mission.

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‘This is fine’ artist KC Green reaches agreement with AI startup Artisan

The startup has apparently taken down the ads using KC Green's "This is fine" meme.

from TechCrunch

Properties worth Rs 2 crore attached under NDPS act as Jammu and Kashmir intensifies crackdown on drug trafficking

Meanwhile authorities have registered 823 FIRs and arrested 905 drug smugglers and peddlers over the past 50 days

from Zee News :India National

IAF planning to take S-400 lethality to next level with on-the-move fire and forget strategy: Report

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is reportedly developing and perfecting advanced ‘shoot-while-moving’ tactical manoeuvres for its S-400 Triumf air defence missile launchers. 

from Zee News :India National

So you’ve heard these AI terms and nodded along; let’s fix that

The rise of AI has brought an avalanche of new terms and slang. Here is a glossary with definitions of some of the most important words and phrases you might encounter.

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Enforcement Directorate conducts search at eight locations in illegal mining case

ED investigation revealed that the Supreme Court formed District Level Sand Committees (DSLC) to conduct inspection of sand reaches and to report evidence of illegal mining.

from Zee News :India National

Meet Princee Rani, woman IPS officer to become first BSF Tripura Frontier IG

A 2005-batch IPS officer of the Tripura cadre, Princee Rani, is known for her extensive experience in administrative and internal security-related assignments.

from Zee News :India National

Just like gold and oil, we’ll soon be able to trade AI token futures

Large exchanges are designing derivative products around AI tokens, which are increasingly being considered less a computational output and more a raw material input, like electricity or bandwidth.

from TechCrunch

Google just broke SEO. Here’s what replaces it.

Google I/O made it official: AI-generated answers are now front and center in search, and most brands have almost no visibility into how AI is describing them to their customers. For anyone who has spent years building a strategy around 10 blue links, the rules just changed in a pretty significant way.  On this episode of TechCrunch’s Equity podcast, Rebecca […]

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West Bengal to roll out Rs 3,000 monthly `Annapurna Yojana` for eligible women from June 1; Around 30 lakhs ‘beneficiaries’ excluded

Annapurna Yojana funds will be distributed via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into bank accounts linked with beneficiaries' official identification, said Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari.

from Zee News :India National

OpenRouter more than doubles valuation to $1.3B in a year

OpenRouter has raised a $113 million Series B led by CapitalG. Its 5x growth in usage over six months indicates the multi-AI-model future is here.

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J&K anti-narcotics crackdown intensifies; Rs 1 crore property of drug peddler attached in Anantnag

 In the last 45 days, authorities have registered 801 FIRs and arrested 899 drug smugglers and peddlers, and booked 62 traffickers. 

from Zee News :India National

Weather update: Severe heatwave grips north India at 47.2°C, red alert for heavy rain in Kerala

Weather update: IMD issued severe weather warnings for May 26. A deadly heatwave hits North India with Brahmapuri reaching 47.2°C, while Kerala and the Northeast brace for heavy rains and floods.  

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What’s happening to Delhi weather? IMD issues yellow alert as dust storms and rain loom over NCR

Even with chances of rain, weather officials say hot winds and humidity could continue making outdoor conditions uncomfortable for many during the day.

from Zee News :India National

320 people successfully rescued from 65 cable cars after seven-hour operation in Gulmarg

The SDRF, NDRF, Army personnel, local police, HAWS and civil administration jointly carried out a seven hour-long rescue operation and safely evacuated all stranded passengers from 65 cable cars and those who were at phase 1 kondgdori. Police said.

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Next 48 hours could be brutal: Delhi may cross 46°C, but IMD has a big relief update

Wheather Update: North India is staring at intense heat over the next two days, with Delhi expected to touch 46 degrees Celsius. At the same time, heavy rain alerts have been issued for several southern and northeastern states as the southwest monsoon advances faster over the seas.

from Zee News :India National

Everyone is navigating AI security in real time — even Google

We're in the transition period -- all of us.

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Xreal, Google’s smartglasses partner, thinks it has finally mastered this notoriously tricky industry

Chi Xu, the founder and CEO of XREAL, thinks the smart glasses business has finally reached a turning point.

from TechCrunch

`I love PM Modi, he is great`: Trump calls Rubio during Delhi live event, adds India can count on US 100%

The US President dialled in live to an event at Bharat Mandapam celebrating the 250th anniversary of America's Declaration of Independence, where Secretary of State Marco Rubio was addressing hundreds of guests. 

from Zee News :India National

Punjab: Severe riot breaks out inside Kapurthala Central Jail; inmates destroy prison property as heavily armed police dispatched

Kapurthala Jail riot: A massive riot erupted inside Punjab's high-security Kapurthala Central Jail as inmates and undertrials clashed, destroying government property and demolishing interior walls of Barrack 4. Heavy police force has locked down the perimeter.

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SC takes suo motu cognisance over Twisha Sharma death case, hearing on Monday

Twisha Sharma's husband, Samarth Singh surrendered before the trial court on Friday after withdrawing his anticipatory bail plea from the Madhya Pradesh High Court and was subsequently remanded to seven days of police custody. 

from Zee News :India National

J&K summer vacations 2026: School holidays announced for Jammu division from June 1 as temperatures inch closer to 45°C

J&K Education Minister Sakina Itoo has announced summer vacations for schools in the Jammu Division starting June 1 for primary classes and June 8 for higher classes, following a severe heatwave warning.

from Zee News :India National

How VCs and founders use inflated ‘ARR’ to crown AI startups

Some AI startups are stretching traditional revenue metrics when talking about progress publicly. And their investors are fully aware.

from TechCrunch

SpaceX files to go public, and the math requires a little faith

The SpaceX S-1 is finally here, and the story it tells goes way further than rockets. The filing runs to 36 pages of risk factors alone, and the numbers inside match the ambition: a $28 trillion total addressable market, a pay package tied to establishing a Mars colony, and a valuation target that would make it the largest IPO in American […]

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BJP`s `Missing Chief Minister` poster campaign against Omar Abdullah; NC chief hits back

National Conference president Farooq Abdullah reacted sharply to BJP online campaign, saying, “BJP has nothing better to do than to focus on such campaigns.” 

from Zee News :India National

DNA Explained | West Bengal govt accelerates Bangladesh border fencing, focus shifts to remaining gaps and rail surveillance

Reports suggest that railway police have been directed to intensify checks and ensure stricter handling of suspected infiltrators, with coordination mechanisms involving border security agencies at key transit points such as Bongaon and Basirhat.

from Zee News :India National

Six search engines worth trying now that Google isn’t really Google anymore

Google is about to look really different, and if you're not a fan of the AI overview feature, then you're not going to like what's coming.

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No arrest for Abhishek Banerjee: Calcutta HC grants interim relief in Amit Shah remark case

The Calcutta High Court rejected TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee’s plea seeking the scrapping of an FIR filed against him over alleged provocative remarks before the West Bengal Assembly polls. However, the court granted him interim protection from coercive police action till July 31 while imposing conditions, including restrictions on foreign travel and cooperation with the investigation.  

from Zee News :India National

NIA arrests Kolkata resident for allegedly spying for Pakistan, terror links under investigation

The NIA arrested Kolkata resident Zafar Riaz for spying for Pakistan. Riaz allegedly shared secret security data and provided OTPs to activate WhatsApp accounts for Pakistani Intelligence Officers. He faces charges under the UAPA and the Official Secrets Act as part of a larger anti-India conspiracy.  

from Zee News :India National

Melody diplomacy decoded: Why PM Modi gifted Giorgia Meloni Rs 1 chocolate and what India gained from Italy visit

In today's DNA episode, Zee News Managing Editor Rahul Sinha decodes how PM Narendra Modi’s one-rupee Melody toffee gift to Italian PM Giorgia Meloni became a global diplomatic sensation, strengthened India-Italy ties, and turned a simple chocolate into a symbol of soft power diplomacy.

from Zee News :India National

PM Modi receives FAO`s highest honour Agricola Medal for contribution to food security, farmer welfare

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been conferred the prestigious 2026 Agricola Medal by FAO Director-General Qu Dongyu in Rome, recognizing India's monumental strides in digital agriculture, millet promotion, and feeding 800 million citizens.

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Who is Helle Lyng? The journalist whose Oslo question to PM Modi went viral | DNA explains

The incident occurred in Oslo after a joint statement by Prime Minister Modi and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre at the India-Nordic Summit. Meanwhile, attention also shifted to Helle Lyng’s online activity, with commentators noting that her social media account had reportedly remained inactive for nearly two years. Following the controversy, her follower count rose sharply.

from Zee News :India National

Rome lockdown: Villa Pamphili under special surveillance ahead of high-stakes PM Modi-Meloni summit

PM Modi's Italy visit: Italian authorities have placed Rome's historic Villa Pamphili under special surveillance as Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives for a high-profile summit with Giorgia Meloni to upgrade bilateral ties.  

from Zee News :India National

Google takes a page out of Meta’s book, announces new audio-powered smart glasses

Google is back in the glasses game with "audio glasses" out this fall.

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What is Chicken`s Neck? Inside Suvendu Adhikari`s strategic move to shield India`s most vulnerable chokepoint

Siliguri Corridor: In a major geopolitical breakthrough, the Suvendu Adhikari-led West Bengal government has transferred 120 acres of land and 7 critical national highways in the sensitive Siliguri Corridor ('Chicken’s Neck') to central agencies.  

from Zee News :India National

SandboxAQ brings its drug discovery models to Claude — no PhD in computing required

Other venture-backed companies like Chai Discovery and Isomorphic Labs have raced to build better models. SandboxAQ is betting that access is the bigger obstacle and that Claude solves it.

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Anthropic has acquired the dev tools startup used by OpenAI, Google, and Cloudflare

Stainless, a New York-based startup, founded in 2022, rose to prominence in the emerging AI industry for automating the creation and maintenance of software development kits, or SDKs — the libraries developers use to interact with APIs.

from TechCrunch

India-Norway elevate ties to ‘Green Strategic Partnership’; Focus on critical minerals, AI, defence

Together, the two countries aim to build resilient supply chains that reduce dependence on any single source and support a fair global green transition.

from Zee News :India National

Pahalgam attack, Operation Sindoor and Sweden’s top honour: Why PM Modi’s Gothenburg visit is in spotlight

The Sweden visit forms the third leg of PM Modi’s multi-country Europe tour. After concluding engagements in Gothenburg, he is scheduled to travel to Norway later on May 18.

from Zee News :India National

Why trust is a big question at the Elon Musk-OpenAI trial

A big theme in the trial’s final days was whether OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is trustworthy.

from TechCrunch

Why did Chandrababu Naidu announce incentives for third and fourth child in Andhra?

The veteran politician, who was a strong supporter of population control while serving as the chief minister of combined Andhra Pradesh between 1995 and 2004, now believes that population is an asset and not a burden.

from Zee News :India National

Bhojshala sees regular worship after court verdict, devotees celebrate ‘historic’ day

Until now, Hindus were permitted to worship at Bhojshala only on Tuesdays. Following the latest order, the Hindu side has been allowed to conduct regular daily worship at the complex.

from Zee News :India National

Maharashtra: 8 Maoists arrested, 5 senior cadres surrender before Gadchiroli Police and CRPF

The eight arrested Maoists include two Divisional Committee Members (DVCMs) and two Platoon Party Committee Members (PPCMs). 

from Zee News :India National

J&K Minister Satish Sharma takes tonga to Secretariat to promote fuel conservation

The initiative is part of a broader austerity drive following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal for optimum use of resources and reduction in unnecessary expenditure. It also comes in the backdrop of recent geopolitical tensions and a nationwide call for resource optimisation.

from Zee News :India National

Owaisi compares Madhya Pradesh HC Bhojshala verdict to Babri Masjid judgment

Owaisi said that in the Babri Masjid case, the court had said that Muslims did not have possession, but in this case, the community was in possession till Friday.  

from Zee News :India National

A hotel check-in system left a million passports and driver’s licenses open for anyone to see

The tech company that maintains the hotel check-in system set its cloud storage to public, allowing anyone to access customers' data without a password.

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`No tax on foreign travel`: PM Modi fact checks report of proposed cess as ‘totally false’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has officially rejected the report, which suggested the government is planning to impose a new tax or surcharge on foreign travel.

from Zee News :India National

YouTube viewers watch 2 billion hours of Shorts on TVs each month

Short-form video is built for mobile, so it may seem counterintuitive, but it's true: YouTube Shorts are becoming quite popular on the big screen.

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Russia assures India on oil supply amid global energy uncertainty

During the BRICS discussions in Delhi, India and Russia also reviewed plans to expand trade cooperation. Both countries aim to increase bilateral trade to nearly Rs 9.57 lakh crore over the next four years, while also promoting transactions in rupees and rubles to reduce dependence on the US dollar.

from Zee News :India National

Anthropic’s Cat Wu says that, in the future, AI will anticipate your needs before you know what they are

The head of product for Claude Code and Cowork says that the next big step for AI is proactivity.

from TechCrunch

Working on safe passage of more Indian vessels through Strait of Hormuz: Iranian minister

According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), 11 Indian ships have passed through Hormuz so far while 13 still remain stuck in the Persian Gulf, awaiting further clearance.

from Zee News :India National

Rafale’s ‘Silent Assassin’ goes local: India inks major MICA Missile repair deal with MBDA in boost for IAF

Through a strategic technical support agreement with French defence giant MBDA, the Indian Air Force (IAF) will soon bypass long foreign repair cycles. This will ensure its frontline Dassault Rafale and Mirage-2000 fleets remain combat-ready with domestic support.

from Zee News :India National

PM Modi to visit UAE and four other nations to strengthen bilateral ties

The Prime Minister’s visit will build on the momentum of high-level engagements and close cooperation spanning diverse sectors, including defence, security, innovation, green hydrogen, semiconductors, and a Strategic Partnership on Water, the Ministry noted.

from Zee News :India National

Did Vijay reveal his real political gameplan on day one as Tamil Nadu CM?

After taking oath of office, he headed to the secretariat to begin official work and later paid tribute at the Periyar memorial. Political observers saw both moves as carefully planned messages about where he politically stands.

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Anthropic says ‘evil’ portrayals of AI were responsible for Claude’s blackmail attempts

Fictional portrayals of artificial intelligence can have a real effect on AI models, according to Anthropic.

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Bihar`s deadly `jugaad`: Viral reel shows locals risking electrocution to charge phones via high-voltage transformers

At first glance, the video may appear to some viewers as another example of Indian “jugaad”, the culture of improvising solutions with limited resources. However, the visuals have also raised serious concerns over public safety and the perils associated with tampering with electrical infrastructure.

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DNA explains: Why Bengal`s new Government is being asked to build statue of humanity for Rabindranath Tagore

In today’s DNA episode, Zee News Managing Editor Rahul Sinha explains why Bengal’s new government is being urged to build a grand “Statue of Humanity” for Rabindranath Tagore after PM Modi’s symbolic tribute on Tagore Jayanti during the historic swearing-in ceremony.

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GM agrees to pay $12.75M in California driver privacy settlement

General Motors has reached a privacy-related settlement with a group of law enforcement agencies led by California Attorney General Rob Bonta.

from TechCrunch

`Ghop ghop` revenge: Man`s hilarious response to noisy neighbours goes viral

A man's epic 'Ghop-Ghop' revenge against his noisy neighbors has gone rapidly viral on social media. This amusing and unique response is a 'little' act of payback that you simply must watch!

from Zee News :India National

DNA Decoded: Is Hantavirus the next global threat? Everything you need to know as concerns grow

In today’s episode of DNA, Zee News Managing Editor Rahul Sinha decodes everything you need to know about Hantavirus.

from Zee News :India National

Porsche shutters e-bike, battery, software subsidiaries as part of company overhaul

More than 500 people will be affected by the closures.

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Opposition parties are asking for another chance to loot Punjab, but people will now send them not to power, only to jail: CM Bhagwant Mann

Addressing massive gatherings at Talwandi Sabo, Bathinda city and Kotshamir, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann called upon Punjabis to unite against divisive forces inimical to the peace, amity and communal harmony of the state.

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Chandranath Rath murder: Mortal remains of Suvendu Adhikari`s aide taken to East Midnapore for last rites; SIT formed

Chandranath Rath murder: The mortal remains of Chandranath Rath, personal assistant to Suvendu Adhikari, were taken to Chandipur for last rites amid "Bharat Mata ki Jai" slogans. As an SIT probes the Madhyamgram shooting, Adhikari alleges a political conspiracy linked to recent election results.

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How Elon Musk left OpenAI, according to Greg Brockman

Cutthroat negotiations between startup founders are rarely shared so publicly, especially when a company becomes as world-changing as OpenAI.

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Who was Chandranath Rath? Suvendu Adhikari`s trusted aide brutally executed in Bengal post-poll bloodshed

West Bengal is on high alert following the brutal murder of Chandranath Rath, personal aide to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari. Rath was targeted with three rounds of gunfire in a high-profile attack that has sparked a political firestorm amid 2026 post-poll unrest.  

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‘Had TMC treated Muslims as citizens…’: Owaisi criticises Mamata Banerjee for exploiting Muslims as vote bank

Owaisi stressed that Muslims should create their own independent political leadership to ensure that their votes are not wasted in favour of the secular parties.  

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From Bihar to Bengal to Odisha: BJP cracked code of Eastern India’s toughest states – You won’t believe how they did it

For the first time, the BJP is no longer seen as a party limited to northern India. It is a dominant force influencing politics across the eastern states.

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Katie Haun raises $1 billion for new venture funds

Katie Haun announced on Monday that $1 billion has been raised across new funds to continue the firm’s thesis of backing crypto and blockchain startups.

from TechCrunch

Apart from Amit Shah: The hidden strategists who engineered BJP’s stunning win in West Bengal

West Bengal Assembly Election Results 2026: Amit Shah and his five strategic allies transform BJP’s fortunes in Bengal.

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Final countdown: Will counting day bring a twist in five-state verdict?

The counting of votes will begin at 8 am.

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‘This is fine’ creator says AI startup stole his art

The ad comes from Artisan, the AI startup behind billboards urging businesses to "stop hiring humans."

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Assembly election results 2026: 824 seats across 5 states await verdict in high-stakes polls

As the clock ticks toward counting day, the question on everyone's mind is whether incumbents will hold their ground or if the electorate has chosen change.

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Kerala CM Vijayan quietly drops `Chief Minister` from his bio - One night before results

Whether Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan secures a third term is now a question of numbers. The bio has already changed. The votes have not yet been counted.

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NCW takes cognisance of Pune rape and murder incident, raises concern over women safety

The minor girl, who had come to Nasrapur for her summer holidays, was lured by the accused to a cattle shed under the pretext of giving her food. After the rape, the accused murdered the child with a stone and hid her body under a pile of dung.

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AI-generated actors and scripts are now ineligible for Oscars

Bad news for Tilly Norwood.

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Farewell, Jeeves: Ask.com shuts down

Owner IAC says it's discontinuing its search business.

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DNA analysis: The cell broadcast system behind India`s emergency alerts

In today’s DNA episode, Zee News Managing Editor Rahul Sinha analyses India’s Cell Broadcast System (CBS) and explains why millions of phones suddenly sounded a siren during the emergency alert test.

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Meta buys robotic startup to bolster its humanoid AI ambitions

Meta bought humanoid startup Assured Robot Intelligence to beef up its AI models for robots, the company said.

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New twist in Mumbai watermelon death case: Morphine detected in victim

 The doctors who performed the autopsies have kept their opinion pending, and samples from the four bodies have been sent for chemical examination, as per a report.

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EV startup Faraday Future paid $7.5M to company tied to founder Jia Yueting

The perpetually-struggling EV company made the payments while being investigated by the SEC. That four-year-long probe was ultimately closed in March.

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Post-poll violence returns to West Bengal as tensions rise amid exit poll claims

Security remains a major concern, prompting the deployment of nearly 80,000 central forces to maintain law and order. Authorities are now focused on preventing further escalation as the state awaits election results.

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Jammu and Kashmir: Kulgam Police carry out rapid urine drug tests on drivers on NHW

Kulgam Police stated that such drives will continue in the future as part of their zero-tolerance policy against drug abuse and their sustained efforts to keep roads safe for commuters.

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Parallel Web Systems hits $2B valuation five months after its last big raise

The AI agent-tool startup founded by former Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal has raised $100 million, led by Sequoia, months after raising a previous $100 million.

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Out of race but history assured? Why Kerala exit polls have a silver lining for BJP

Kerala exit poll result 2026: The exit poll projections for the Kerala Assembly Election 2026 were released on Wednesday. Zeenia AI exit poll data has predicted UDF to win 63-74 seats with 41-43 per cent share. LDF is predicted to win 58-70 seats with 40-42 per cent. Notably, it has predicted 2-5 seats for BJP/NDA at 12-15 per cent. 

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Vote or eat? How this Howrah sweet shop turns West Bengal elections into a dessert menu

Here’s how the election season in West Bengal has reached the dessert counter.

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Amazon is already offering new OpenAI products on AWS

A day after OpenAI got Microsoft to agree to end exclusive rights, AWS announced a slate of OpenAI model offerings, including a new agent service.

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Amazon launches an AI-powered audio Q&A experience on product pages

Amazon's new "Join the chat" feature lets you ask questions about products and receive AI-powered audio responses.

from TechCrunch

From profiling to attack: Inside Mumbai stabbing horror and disturbing pattern | DNA decodes

A 31-year-old man identified as Zubair Ansari attacked two security guards, Rajkumar Mishra and Subrato Ramesh Sen, with a knife. Searches conducted at his residence reportedly led to the recovery of documents and notes containing references to terms such as “lone wolf,” “jihad,” and “Gaza.” 

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Letterboxd, the social platform for film buffs, reportedly looking for new owner

Potential buyers of Letterboxd include Versant, the parent company of CNBC and MS NOW, and Hollywood media company The Ankler, according to Semafor.

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Bengal polls: Explosives found in multiple areas before phase 2 voting | DNA decodes

In South 24 Parganas alone, close to 100 bombs have been recovered over the past three days. Similar recoveries have been reported from Uluberia in Howrah during route marches conducted by authorities. In another instance, bombs were found in a mango orchard located behind the residence of a local political worker, prompting allegations that they were stored to create panic during voting. 

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Consumers lost $2.1 billion to social media scams in 2025, FTC reports

The agency reports that losses from social media scams have increased eightfold, and that social media scams resulted in higher losses than any other method scammers used to contact consumers.

from TechCrunch

BJP minister Nitesh Rane sentenced to 1-month jail in mud-pouring case

This case, involving the hurling of mud at an NHAI engineer, had captured everyone's attention due to its unique form of protest and allegations of physical assault.

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NIA begins probe on suspected terror angle in Bengal crude bomb recovery case

The state police recovered 79 round-shaped objects suspected to be crude bombs, tied with jute ropes, along with other incriminating materials from South 24 Parganas district on April 25.

from Zee News :India National

Amazon’s new podcast strategy: Monetize everything

Amazon's podcasting business seems to have transformed over the past six months.

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What Tim Cook built

On the latest episode of Equity, we discuss how Apple has changed since Cook became CEO in 2011, and what challenges incoming CEO John Ternus will be facing.

from TechCrunch

IMD issues heatwave guidance as temperatures rise across regions

Amid scorching temperatures across several parts of the country, the India Meteorological Department (IMD), under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, has issued detailed heatwave guidelines and advisories as conditions remain above normal.   

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Anthropic created a test marketplace for agent-on-agent commerce

In a recent experiment, Anthropic created a classified marketplace where AI agents represented both buyers and sellers, striking real deals for real goods and real money.

from TechCrunch

Maine’s governor vetoes data center moratorium

L.D. 307 would have imposed the country’s first statewide moratorium on new data centers — lasting, in this case, until November 1, 2027.

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Meta’s loss is Thinking Machines’ gain

Meta has been poaching talent from Thinking Machines Lab. But it's a two-way street.

from TechCrunch

X launches standalone XChat app on iOS

X's new app promises private chats, disappearing messages, audio and video calls and more.

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OpenAI releases GPT-5.5, bringing company one step closer to an AI ‘superapp’

OpenAI says its latest model offers increased capabilities across a broad variety of categories.

from TechCrunch

The 92% mystery: DNA decodes how pruning 91 lakh names impacted Bengal’s voting surge

Several factors are being attributed to the surge in turnout. The revision of electoral rolls under SIR reportedly led to the deletion of around 12 per cent of voter names, prompting many to vote to secure their electoral status. 

from Zee News :India National

Google Cloud launches two new AI chips to compete with Nvidia

Google's newest TPUs are faster and cheaper than the previous versions. But the company is still embracing Nvidia in its cloud — for now.

from TechCrunch

Mirzapur-Rewa highway tragedy: 6 burned alive as truck brake failure triggers fiery pile-up on NH-135

Horror on NH-135 as at least 6 people were burned alive near Barka Mod Ghuman. A truck brake failure in the Drumondganj valley caused a multi-vehicle collision and massive fire.  

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How the Pahalgam Terror attack and Operation Sindoor changed India’s military paradigm on terrorism

When Indian Defence forces penetrated deep inside Pakistan’s territory, targeting terror infrastructures with precision, it not only avenged the death of 26 innocent civilians killed in Pahalgam terror attack, but it also rewrote India’s military capabilities, changing New Delhi’s Pakistan policy forever.

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Tim Cook stepping down as Apple CEO, John Ternus taking over

Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering John Ternus will take over as CEO at the start of September.

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It’s not just one thing — it’s another thing

This sentence construction ("It's not just this — it's that") has become so common in AI-generated writing that it's no longer just a clue that a piece of writing may be synthetic — it's almost a guarantee.

from TechCrunch

Indian Railways to operate 18,262 summer special train trips nationwide over three months

According to the release, from the period from April 15, 2026, to July 15, 2026, a total of 908 summer special trains have been approved, which will operate 18,262 trips to cater to the increased travel demand.  

from Zee News :India National

The 12-month window

A lot of AI startups exist partly because the foundation models haven't expanded into their category yet. As many jokingly acknowledge, that won't last forever.

from TechCrunch

Big scam in Agrawal Sammelan? President Gopal Sharan Garg accused of embezzling crores and silver

A major controversy has surfaced involving a social organization named the Akhil Bharatiya Agrawal Sammelan. Serious allegations have been made against its president, Gopal Sharan Garg, who heads the Haryana-based national-level body. He is accused of embezzling crores of rupees in cash and hundreds of kilograms of silver.

from Zee News :India National

Robots beat human records at Beijing half-marathon

The winning time is a massive improvement over last year’s race, when the fastest robot finished in two hours and 40 minutes.

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Tesla brings its robotaxi service to Dallas and Houston

Tesla is expanding its robotaxi service to Dallas and Houston, according to a social media post from the company. The post says simply that “Robotaxi is now rolling out in Dallas & Houston 🤠” and includes a 14-second video showing Tesla vehicles driving without human monitors or drivers in the front seat. The company now […]

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VC Ron Conway says he has a ‘rare form of cancer’

Conway wrote that he “will be stepping back from some of my usual activities,” but he will “continue to support” founders backed by his firm SV Angel.

from TechCrunch

DNA | AIMIM leader Imtiaz Jaleel under fire for shielding sexual abuse accused - Details

The case involves a 19-year-old accused, Ayan Ahmed, who was arrested in Paratwada in Maharashtra’s Amravati district. Police have registered a case under the POCSO Act and relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). 

from Zee News :India National

AI chip startup Cerebras files for IPO

In recent months, the company announced an agreement with Amazon Web Services to use Cerebras chips in Amazon data centers, as well as a deal with OpenAI reportedly worth more than $10 billion.

from TechCrunch

Su-57 demand ‘surges’: Is India among potential buyers? Moscow drops big hint

Analysts compare the fifth generation aircraft with American F-22 and F-35 and China’s J-20 and J-35.

from Zee News :India National

“Tokenmaxxing” is making developers less productive than they think

There's a lot more code—but it's a lot more expensive and requires a lot more rewriting.

from TechCrunch

Anthropic CPO leaves Figma’s board after reports he will offer a competing product

Krieger's departure and any forthcoming design tools will be another data point for investors who fear the SaaSpocalypse — that the largest AI labs will come to dominate software businesses, a thesis that has rocked public markets at times this year.

from TechCrunch

Did you know an Indian amla tree is linked to the Strait of Malacca? Here’s the story

Centuries ago, an Indian gooseberry (amla) tree ended up giving its name to what is now one of the busiest sea routes on the planet.

from Zee News :India National

Can AI judge journalism? A Thiel-backed startup says yes, even if it risks chilling whistleblowers

Objection, a Thiel-backed startup, aims to use AI to judge journalism, letting users pay to challenge stories. Critics warn it could chill whistleblowers and reshape how media accountability works.

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J&K: CM Omar Abdullah inaugurates JAK LI war memorial, calls regiment ‘pride of the nation’

The inauguration of the Martyrs' Memorial, symbolising the sacrifice of fallen soldiers, was not merely a ceremonial event but a solemn act of tribute to their service and sacrifice.

from Zee News :India National

Will India become a military superpower by 2030? Meet this future sci-fi style weapon that will be a major gamechanger

The DRDO is developing directed energy weapons that use high-energy laser beams to neutralise incoming threats in the sky. 

from Zee News :India National

Stanford report highlights growing disconnect between AI insiders and everyone else

Stanford’s latest AI Index shows a widening gap between experts and the public, with rising anxiety over jobs, healthcare, and the economy.

from TechCrunch

Women Reservation Bill: Supreme Court to hear plea seeking immediate implementation

Contending that the benefit of one-third quota for women should not be deferred, the plea has sought immediate enforcement of the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam', which provides for one-third reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state Assemblies.

from Zee News :India National

Trump officials may be encouraging banks to test Anthropic’s Mythos model

The report is particularly surprising since the Department of Defense recently declared Anthropic a supply-chain risk.

from TechCrunch

Apple reportedly testing four designs for upcoming smart glasses

These glasses are a step back from an ambitious plan that once called for Apple to launch a variety of mixed and augmented reality devices.

from TechCrunch

TMC appeasing `Tukde Tukde Gang`: PM Modi in poll-bound Bengal

The Siliguri Corridor, often referred to as the “Chicken’s Neck,” connects mainland India to the Northeast. At its narrowest point, the stretch is roughly 20–22 km wide and is strategically located near the borders of Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, and China.

from Zee News :India National

Kalshi wins temporary pause in Arizona criminal case

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission announced Friday that it has won a temporary restraining order preventing Arizona from pursuing its criminal case against Kalshi.

from TechCrunch

AMC will stream ‘The Audacity’ premiere in 21 parts on TikTok

Is this a smart way to build buzz, or just an odd attempt to recreate Quibi?

from TechCrunch

845 projects, Rs 6.06 lakh cr investment: How Sagarmala is transforming India’s maritime landscape

Sagarmala 2.0 is proposed as the next phase of the Sagarmala Programme launched in March 2015, building upon its achievements while adopting a broader and more integrated national vision for the maritime sector outlined in MIV (Maritime India Vision) 2030 and MAKV (Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision) 2047. 

from Zee News :India National

Battery recycler Ascend Elements files for bankruptcy

Ascend Elements said that it will be filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the wake of a canceled government grant and a challenging market for lithium-ion batteries.

from TechCrunch

Not a movie scene: Meghalaya children brave strong currents to reach school | WATCH

“Our Parents Said They Crossed Rivers And Climbed Mountains For School… But Meghalaya Kids Are Actually Doing It Today.”

from Zee News :India National

Google and Intel deepen AI infrastructure partnership

The two tech giants are looking to co-develop custom chips, at a time when demand for CPUs is high due to a growing global shortage.

from TechCrunch

What does the `C` in USB-C stand for? The evolution and benefits of the universal charger

Think the "C" in USB-C stands for "Charging"? Think again. Discover the real history behind the Universal Serial Bus generations and why Type-C is now the global standard for everything from earbuds to laptops.  

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Ex-Tesla engineer’s startup taps Pronto to help automate a copper mine

Pronto's autonomous haulage trucks are about to start operating at Mariana Minerals's Utah copper mine -- the first such deal since Pronto got acquired by Travis Kalanick's Atoms Inc.

from TechCrunch

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, LG Taranjit Singh Sandhu visit Yamuna stretch for inspection

The Delhi Government is working with real-time assessment, accountability and firm execution, ensuring that every step leads to a cleaner, healthier and more vibrant Yamuna for the city.

from Zee News :India National

Hack-for-hire group caught targeting Android devices and iCloud backups

Security researchers exposed a spying campaign by a hack-for-hire group that used Android spyware and phishing to steal iCloud credentials and hack victims’ devices.

from TechCrunch

Delhi records coldest April day in 11 years; IMD predicts sharp temperature rise by Thursday

Delhi witnessed a record-breaking temperature drop this Wednesday, marking the coldest April day in over a decade. While Western Disturbances brought rain and "Satisfactory" air quality, the IMD warns of a 10°C heat spike starting Thursday.  

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Firmus, the ‘Southgate’ AI datacenter builder backed by Nvidia, hits $5.5B valuation

Nvidia-backed Asia AI data center provider Firmus has now raised $1.35 billion in six months.

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SKIMS organises first therapeutic tulip garden visit for pediatric cancer warriors in Srinagar

Know how SKIMS Srinagar is using nature to boost immunity. Pediatric cancer patients enjoyed a therapeutic visit to the Tulip Garden, an initiative by Prof. M. Ashraf Ganie to enhance emotional well-being through HPA axis stimulation.

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OpenAI alums have been quietly investing from a new, potentially $100M fund

Zero Shot, a new venture capital fund with deep ties to OpenAI, is aiming to raise $100 million for its first fund. It has already written some checks.

from TechCrunch

Gas prices aren’t the only factor fueling used EV sales

There are a growing number of reasons why used EVs have gained in popularity.

from TechCrunch

Netflix launches a standalone app for kids’ games

Netflix says the app gives children access to an "ever-growing" library of games for kids.

from TechCrunch

2 Jaish terrorists arrested in Mumbai for planning toy car terror attack in Delhi

Investigators revealed that both individuals were highly radicalised and allegedly connected to several terrorist groups, including Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and the Islamic State. 

from Zee News :India National

Srinagar-Jammu highway blocked due to landslide, shooting stones

Traffic department officials have informed that vehicular movement on the national highway has been stopped in both directions, from Jammu towards Srinagar and vice versa, as landslides and shooting stones blocked both roads between Karol Bridge and Chander Kot.

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Polymarket took down wagers tied to rescue of downed Air Force officer

A Democratic congressman had harsh criticism for Polymarket for allowing users to bet on the date the U.S. would confirm the rescue of Air Force service members shot down over Iran.

from TechCrunch

Copilot is ‘for entertainment purposes only,’ according to Microsoft’s terms of use

AI skeptics aren’t the only ones warning users not to unthinkingly trust models’ outputs — that’s what the AI companies say themselves in their terms of service.

from TechCrunch

Half the price, twice the power: India’s desi air defence stuns the world, leaves Russia speechless

The IAF’s five-squadron deal for it totals around Rs 21,700 crore, compared to the Rs 45,000 crore spent on five S-400 squadrons in 2018. The savings extend beyond purchase price to the missiles themselves.

from Zee News :India National

Unpacking Peter Thiel’s big bet on solar-powered cow collars

Why did Founders Fund invest $220 million in cattle management startup Halter?

from TechCrunch

Embattled startup Delve has ‘parted ways’ with Y Combinator

The controversy around Delve appears to have cost the compliance startup its relationship with accelerator Y Combinator.

from TechCrunch

PM Modi announces special 3-day Parliament session to fast-track 33% women’s quota

The Prime Minister said the special sitting would focus on enabling provisions, including statutory and constitutional measures required to make the quota effective. He outlined two key objectives for the three-day session.

from Zee News :India National

People would rather have an Amazon warehouse in their backyard than a data center

A new poll shows that the debate over data centers is far from settled.

from TechCrunch

DNA explains: Why Rs 300 uniform costs you Rs 2,000 - And where rest of the money goes

The uniform is supposed to make every child look equal. Instead, it has become the most visible symbol of an unequal system, one where schools profit, vendors profit, and parents simply pay.

from Zee News :India National

Bhopal metro milestone: TBM `Durgavati` begins 24-meter deep underground tunnelling for city`s first metro corridor

Bhopal made history as TBM 'Durgavati' descends 24 meters to begin underground tunneling for the Bhopal Metro. Discover how this "mobile factory" will carve through rock to connect old Bhopal without disrupting surface traffic.  

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Startup funding shatters all records in Q1

The record quarterly fundraise largely fueled four mega-deals into OpenAI, Anthropic, xAI, and Waymo. But it also indicates a generally hot market.

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Explained: The Rs 28,000 crore textbook trap - Why private schools charge 10x more than NCERT

Here is the core of the scam. NCERT publishes textbooks for classes 1 to 12 as per the set syllabus. One such book costs around Rs 65. Now, take the same syllabus, get a private publisher to print it, and that same book gets sold inside private schools for Rs 650.

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Meta’s natural gas binge could power South Dakota

Meta's upcoming Hyperion AI data center will be powered by 10 new natural gas plants.

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Caller ID app Truecaller hits 500 million monthly users

Truecaller now has more than 4 million paying users across the world.

from TechCrunch

J&K retrieves 3,700 kanals of Pandit land; transparency concerns remain

Providing a district-wise breakdown, the Chief Minister said the retrieved land includes 283 kanals in Shopian, 225 kanals in Baramulla, 146 kanals in Ganderbal, 73 kanals in Kulgam, 63 kanals in Pulwama, 19 kanals in Bandipora, 15 kanals in Anantnag, 8 kanals in Budgam, 7 kanals in Kupwara, and 3 kanals in Srinagar.

from Zee News :India National

15% of Americans say they’d be willing to work for an AI boss

Your human manager may soon be a chatbot. Across organizations, AI is being used to replace layers of management in what some are calling "The Great Flattening."

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As more Americans adopt AI tools, fewer say they can trust the results

AI adoption is rising in the U.S., but trust remains low, with most Americans concerned about transparency, regulation, and the technology’s broader societal impact, according to a new Quinnipiac poll.

from TechCrunch

Delve whistleblower strikes again, with alleged receipts about ‘fake compliance’

Shortly after Delve's founder published a lengthy denial of allegations, while promising changes, the accuser came forward with more alleged details.

from TechCrunch

Empty tankers, Navy escorts and diplomacy – How India is securing oil and gas through Hormuz

As military confrontation in West Asia continues to intensify every day, India is making all possible efforts to protect its energy security. The government is sending empty tankers to the region to bring back essential oil and gas supplies. The operation is being coordinated by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the Ministry of Shipping and the Indian Navy to ensure that the country’s energy supply is uninterrupted, even in a high-risk environment.

from Zee News :India National

The Pixel 10a doesn’t have a camera bump, and it’s great

The Google Pixel 10a can lay flat on a table, but otherwise the company hasn't brought a ton of upgrades to its newest budget smartphone.

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YouTube CEO says the best YouTubers will ‘never leave their home’

CEO Neal Mohan insisted that he isn’t worried about Netflix luring away YouTube's most popular creators.

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‘Project Hail Mary’ becomes Amazon MGM’s biggest box office hit

Amazon’s bet on “Project Hail Mary” has paid off handsomely.

from TechCrunch

Stanford study outlines dangers of asking AI chatbots for personal advice

While there’s been plenty of debate about AI sycophancy, a new study by Stanford computer scientists attempts to measure how harmful that tendency might be.

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Pakistani terrorists wanted in Jammu and Kashmir arrested in Punjab

Both suspects were found to be on a J&K Police blacklist of wanted terrorists linked to Pakistan. Following their detention by the CIA wing of Malerkotla, they have been handed over to the J&K Police for further investigation into their long-term sleeper cell activities. 

from Zee News :India National

J-K: Tulip Garden sees record footfall as 1.4 lakh visitors flock in two weeks

The garden, inaugurated by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, features around 1.8 million tulips spread across 70 to 75 varieties. By March 27, the cumulative number of visitors had reached 140,000, with an average daily turnout of 4,000 to 5,000 people, including locals, domestic travellers and international tourists.

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Physical Intelligence is reportedly in talks to raise $1 billion, again

The deal would effectively double the company's $5.6 billion valuation in just four months.

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Why SoftBank’s new $40B loan points to a 2026 OpenAI IPO

Wall Street giants JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs are extending a 12-month, unsecured loan to the Japanese conglomerate.

from TechCrunch

Waymo’s skyrocketing ridership in one chart

Waymo's weekly paid robotaxi trips have increased tenfold in less than two years.

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16 of the most interesting startups from YC W’26 Demo Day

From redirecting doomscrolling to training humanoid robots, these 16 startups stood out as the most interesting ones from an overflowing YC cohort.

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Data centers get ready — the Senate wants to see your power bills

Senators Josh Hawley and Elizabeth Warren want the Energy Information Administration to gather more details about how data centers use power — and how that affects the grid.

from TechCrunch

Riding the GLP-1 boom, VITL lands $7.5M to overhaul cash-pay clinic prescribing

The startup provides an e-prescribing marketplace for the booming cash-pay clinic market.

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`India is not a dalal nation like Pakistan...PM told Trump to end war`: Govt

The Opposition remained unsatisfied, demanding a Parliament discussion, while S Jaishankar said India cannot be “a dalal nation” and assured adequate oil and gas supplies.

from Zee News :India National

Talat’s AI meeting notes stay on your machine, not in the cloud

The subscription-free AI meeting notes app is a local-first twist on notetaking tools like Granola.

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Meet Indian Army’s Dhurandhar: BM-21 multi-barrel rocket launcher that can fire 40 shots in 20 seconds, decimating enemy formations

The biggest strength of the BM-21 is its sheer volume of fire. In just about 20 seconds, it can launch 40 rockets, saturating the enemy battlefield.

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Bipartisan bill seeks to ban sports betting on Kalshi and Polymarket

Since FanDuel and DraftKings are subject to state-by-state gambling laws, rather than federal law, they would not be impacted by the bill.

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‘Look forward to welcoming PM Modi in 2026’: Lavrov hails India-Russia ties

In a video address to the participants of the 2nd International Conference "Russia and India: Towards a New Agenda for Bilateral Relations," Lavrov stated, "We look forward to welcoming Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Russia in 2026."

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Indian injured from falling missile debris in Abu Dhabi

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Sunday said its air defence systems intercepted multiple Iranian aerial threats, including 25 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and 4 ballistic missiles, amid continuing West Asia conflict.  

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Do you want to build a robot snowman?

On the latest episode of the Equity podcast, we recapped CEO Jensen Huang’s GTC keynote and debated what it means for Nvidia’s future.

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Cursor admits its new coding model was built on top of Moonshot AI’s Kimi

Building on top of a Chinese model feels particularly fraught right now.

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Strait of Hormuz disruption could hit India`s LPG supplies, refined product markets more severe than crude oil markets: Report

The report emphasised that damage to refining infrastructure, along with logistical constraints, could restrict the supply of products such as diesel, gasoline, LPG, and jet fuel.

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It’s been 20 years since the first tweet

On March 21, 2006, Jack Dorsey posted a simple message: “just setting up my twittr”.

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Publisher pulls horror novel ‘Shy Girl’ over AI concerns

Hachette Book Group said it will not be publishing “Shy Girl” over concerns that artificial intelligence was used to generate the text.

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What happened at Nvidia GTC: NemoClaw, Robot Olaf, and a $1 trillion bet

CEO Jensen Huang took the stage at Nvidia’s GTC conference this week in his signature leather jacket to deliver a two-and-a-half-hour keynote, projecting $1 trillion in AI chip sales through 2027, declaring that every company needs an “OpenClaw strategy,” and closing with a rambling Olaf robot that had to get its mic cut. The message was hard to miss: Nvidia […]

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Pinterest CEO calls on governments to ban social media for users under 16

Pinterest’s chief compares social media to tobacco and alcohol, saying children need similar protections.

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Dhurandhar 2 `propaganda` row: Why critics are silencing the truth about a gangster`s ISI links

Critics are calling a privately-made Bollywood film "BJP propaganda" while passionately defending a man with 50+ criminal cases and a court-verified ISI connection.  

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Polymarket continues its partnership spree with a Major League Baseball deal

MLB is only the latest in a string of recently announced partnerships involving the prediction market.

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Geothermal startup Fervo catapults itself over the ‘valley of death’

Fervo landed a large new loan with terms that strongly suggest the company's most turbulent days are behind it.

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Nothing CEO Carl Pei says smartphone apps will disappear as AI agents take their place

Nothing CEO Carl Pei says AI agents will eventually replace apps, shifting smartphones toward systems that understand intent and act on a user's behalf.

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Nvidia is quietly building a multibillion-dollar behemoth to rival its chips business

Nvidia's networking business raked in $11 billion last quarter despite getting significantly less fanfare than chips and gaming.

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FBI is buying location data to track US citizens, director confirms

FBI director Kash Patel told lawmakers that the agency is actively purchasing commercially available location data, which can track Americans without needing a warrant.

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The 2026 solo gamble: Why Vijay`s `secular` pivot at TVK Iftar is a strategic reset for Tamil Nadu politics

Actor Vijay rules out alliances, taking a "solo gamble" for the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections. Can his stance disrupt Tamil Nadu's two-alliance system and challenge the DMK- and AIADMK-led power blocs?

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Why Garry Tan’s Claude Code setup has gotten so much love, and hate

Thousands of people are trying Garry Tan's Claude Code setup, which was shared on Github. And everyone has an opinion: even Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini.

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Kagi brings its ‘small web’ of a human-only internet to mobile devices

Kagi's "Small Web" offers a handpicked collection of more than 30,000 non-commercial, human-authored websites including personal blogs, webcomics, and independent videos.

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The Pentagon is developing alternatives to Anthropic, report says

After their dramatic falling-out, it doesn't seem as though Anthropic and the Pentagon are getting back together.

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Apple acquires video editing software company MotionVFX

The move could help Apple better compete with Adobe Premiere Pro and the Adobe Creative Cloud suite.

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Nvidia’s DLSS 5 uses generative AI to boost photo-realism in video games, with ambitions beyond gaming

Nvidia’s new DLSS 5 uses generative AI and structured graphics data to make video games more realistic. CEO Jensen Huang says the approach could eventually spread to other industries.

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ByteDance reportedly pauses global launch of its Seedance 2.0 video generator

The company is reportedly delaying the launch as its engineers and lawyers work to avert further legal issues.

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DK Shivakumar alleges Rs 5 crore bribe offer to Odisha congress MLAs for Rajya Sabha cross-voting

"Four people from Odisha met our party MLAs staying in Bidadi and lured them with Rs 5 crore each for cross-voting. But our MLAs sent them away, saying they were not ready for horse trading," Shivakumar said.

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Fresh snowfall in Kashmir’s higher reaches, Rain in Plains; Key roads shut

According to officials, snowfall was recorded in areas including Peer Ki Gali, Sinthan Top, Gulmarg, Doodhpathri, Gurez Valley, Sadhna Top, and along the Sonamarg-Zojila axis.

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The MacBook Neo is ‘the most repairable MacBook’ in years, according to iFixit

Apple’s new MacBook Neo isn’t just the most affordable MacBook — it’s also the company's most repairable laptop in “about fourteen years."

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US Army announces contract with Anduril worth up to $20B

The Army described this as a single enterprise contract consolidating more than 120 separate "procurement actions."

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Lebanon: 177 Indian nationals depart Beirut for Delhi in second repatriation flight amid West Asia conflict

In a post on X, the Indian Embassy in Beirut said the flight was arranged by the employer company of the passengers and that the mission remains committed to assisting Indian nationals in the country.  

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The biggest AI stories of the year (so far)

The AI industry is constantly churning out news, like major acquisitions, indie developer successes, public outcry, and existentially dangerous contract negotiations.

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Travis Kalanick reportedly starting a new self-driving company backed by Uber

Kalanick reportedly wants to be more aggressive in pursuing the technology than industry-leader Waymo.

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MEA condoles loss of lives of two Indian nationals in attack in Oman

Two expatriate workers were killed after debris from a downed drone fell in an industrial area in the Sohar province of Oman.

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Why Rivian is holding the $45,000 base model R2 until ‘late 2027’

Rivian spent the last two years promoting the R2 as a $45,000 SUV. But buyers won't be able to pay that price until late next year -- if at all.

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PM Modi speaks with Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian; discusses energy, peace and stability

PM Modi held a telephonic conversation with Iranian President, Masoud Pezeshkian, with the tensions across West Asia continuing to escalate, worries are mounting over civilian casualties, regional stability, and the safety of Indian nationals.

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Substack launches a built-in recording studio

Substack creators can pre-record video conversations with up to two guests, then publish directly on the platform.

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Amid LPG shortage, PM Modi urges states to take action against black marketeers, hoarders

Amid LPG shortage, Prime Minister Narendra modi issued a call to action for state governments, emphasizing the need for heightened vigilance and coordination during the current global situation.

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Pro-Iran hacktivist group says it is behind attack on medical tech giant Stryker

The hacktivist group claimed the attack was in retaliation for a U.S. strike on a Tehran school that killed more than 175 people, most of them children.

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Iran war leading to nuclear attack? Bahrain`s request to India raises alarm | DNA

Reports suggest that a pharmaceutical liaison company from Bahrain has contacted a pharmaceutical manufacturer in Chandigarh to inquire about the production of these capsules. Instead of directly approaching the company, the Bahraini side reportedly used a liaison firm to gather technical and production-related information. 

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DOGE employee stole Social Security data and put it on a thumb drive, report says

A whistleblower is accusing a former DOGE member of stealing a large number of Americans’ personal data while he was working at the Social Security Administration, with the plan of using it at his new job.

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AI-powered apps can make money, but struggle with long-term retention, new data shows

AI can drive stronger early monetization for apps, but sustaining value remains the challenge, RevenueCat's latest report finds.

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Bluesky CEO Jay Graber steps down

Bluesky's board will search for a replacement while Graber becomes Chief Innovation Officer.

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Wake up Gujarat, sweep with `Jhaadu` and form your own govt: Arvind Kejriwal to voters

Arvind Kejriwal said the BJP has, over the past 30 years, devoured Gujarat’s business, jobs, schools, hospitals, roads and even funds meant for the poor under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA).

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It looks like the DOJ isn’t going to break up Live Nation and Ticketmaster

The DOJ and Live Nation agreed to a tentative settlement, but dozens of State Attorneys General don't want to drop the lawsuit.

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Bangladesh military intelligence chief`s secret India visit lays ground for thaw in ties: Report

Major General Mohammad Kaiser Rashid Chowdhury of Bangladesh held crucial meetings with Research & Analysis Wing (R&AW) chief Parag Jain and India’s Director General of Military Intelligence Lieutenant General R.S. Raman. 

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Palmer Luckey’s retro gaming startup ModRetro reportedly seeks funding at $1B valuation

The company launched its first product, a Game Boy-style handheld device called the Chromatic, in 2024.

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Will the Pentagon’s Anthropic controversy scare startups away from defense work?

On the latest episode of TechCrunch’s Equity podcast, we discussed what the controversy means for other startups seeking to work with the federal government.

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West Asia Crisis: Jaishankar to brief Parliament on tensions, safety of Indians

The development comes amid escalated tensions in West Asia, following the killing of 86-year-old Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in joint military strikes by the US and Israel on Iran on February 28.

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PM Modi congratulates Team India after T20 World Cup 2026 victory

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated the Indian cricket team on winning the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, praising the players for their skill, determination and teamwork throughout the tournament. 

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Shivam Sahu 13 minute 14 second viral MMS: Husband nabbed in Rewa for blackmailing wife over dowry - all you need to know

Rewa Police arrest Shivam Sahu for allegedly uploading a 13-minute private video of his wife to an adult site. Charges include IT Act violations, dowry harassment, and criminal intimidation.  

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Bill Gates’ TerraPower gets approval to build new nuclear reactor

It's the first permit to be issued by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission in nearly a decade.

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J-K: Shia community pays tribute to Khamenei amid tight security in Kashmir

Thousands of Shia Muslims took to the streets in Budgam district and other Shia-dominated areas of Kashmir, carrying portraits of the late leader and raising slogans to express solidarity with Iran.

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Anthropic’s Claude found 22 vulnerabilities in Firefox over two weeks

In a recent security partnership with Mozilla, Anthropic found 22 separate vulnerabilities in Firefox — fourteen of them classified as "high-severity."

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X revamps Creator Subscriptions with new features, like exclusive threads and shareable cards

X is rolling out a series of new features for creators, like the ability to offer paid threads and other marketing tools.

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FYI: Impersonators are (still) targeting companies with fake TechCrunch outreach

Fraudsters are impersonating TechCrunch reporters and event leads, and reaching out to companies. Here's what we're doing about it, and what you can look out for.

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Decagon completes first tender offer at $4.5B valuation

The AI-powered customer support startup is the latest example of a fast-growing, young company that's providing employee liquidity.

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Claude Code rolls out a voice mode capability

Anthropic is stepping up its game in the AI coding space with the rollout of Voice Mode in Claude Code.

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Trump, Pakistan and Bagram question: Firing in Karachi and airstrike fallout raise strategic tensions

Ten protesters were killed after US personnel opened fire at the American Consulate in Karachi during violent demonstrations, raising diplomatic and legal questions under the Vienna Convention.

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X says it will suspend creators from revenue-sharing program for unlabeled AI posts of ‘armed conflict’

Creators who break the rules will get a three-month suspension, and if they continue to violate the policy, they'll be permanently banned.

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Instagram tracked growing usage while targeting teens, lawyers argue

The company said usage grew from 40 minutes per day in 2023 to 46 minutes in 2026. Other documents referenced back teens a top priority for the app before asking existing users for birthdays.

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Paramount+ and HBO Max to merge into one streaming service after WBD deal closes

If the Warner Bros. Discovery deal were to close, Paramount CEO David Ellison revealed that Paramount+ and HBO Max would combine into one platform.

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Let’s explore the best alternatives to Discord

With many users feeling uneasy about Discord's new age verification requirement, here are some alternatives that could be worth exploring.

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PM Modi invokes ‘Vetri Vel’ in Madurai; targets DMK at NDA rally

At a public function earlier in the day, the Prime Minister announced that historically significant sites in the state, including Adichanallur, would be developed as world heritage destinations. He said the Centre remained committed to safeguarding Tamil civilisation and ensuring its global recognition.

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What to know about the landmark Warner Bros. Discovery sale

Learn more about Paramount's planned acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery — a historic Hollywood megadeal valued at $111 billion — as it continues to develop.

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The billion-dollar infrastructure deals powering the AI boom

Here's everything we know about the biggest AI infrastructure projects, including major spending from Meta, Oracle, Microsoft, Google, and OpenAI.

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Middle East divide exposed: Why Muslim nations are silent as US-Israel strike hits Iran

Several Muslim-majority nations have remained largely silent or limited to formal statements following the US and Israeli strikes on Iran, despite the escalation during Ramadan. The situation has highlighted deep regional rivalries, sectarian divides, and strategic alignments across the Middle East.

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Musk bashes OpenAI in deposition, saying ‘nobody committed suicide because of Grok’

In his lawsuit against OpenAI, Musk touted xAI safety compared with ChatGPT. A few months later, xAI's Grok flooded X with nonconsensual nude images.

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TMC names 4 candidates for Rajya Sabha polls; Babul Supriyo, former Bengal DGP Rajeev Kumar in the list

TMC names 4 candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls including former Bengal DGP Rajeev Kumar and singer-turned politician Babul Supriyo. 

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ChatGPT reaches 900M weekly active users

OpenAI shared the new numbers as part of its announcement that it has raised $110 billion in private funding.

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Mistral AI inks a deal with global consulting giant Accenture

Mistral AI lands a partnership with Accenture, the consultant that has also recently announced partnerships with rivals OpenAI and Anthropic.

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PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti slams PM Modi for `hugging international criminal` Netanyahu

PDP Chief Mehbooba Mufi of Thursday called out PM Modi for 'hugging' 'international criminal', while refering to his recent Israel visit and meeting with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu. 

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Waymo to begin testing in Chicago and Charlotte

Waymo this week will begin mapping and collecting data in Chicago and Charlotte. The move comes as Waymo announces it is currently operating its robotaxis fully autonomously in 10 US cities.

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Odisha mines officer held in bribery case; Cash worth Rs 4.27 crore found from suitcase, cupboard

The accused, Mohanty, was apprehended on Tuesday night for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 30,000 from a licensed coal vendor for allowing the smooth running of his coal depot and granting permission to transport coal.

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Spotify and Liquid Death release a limited-edition speaker shaped like… an urn?

Spotify and Liquid Death launched what might be the wildest product of the year: a speaker shaped like a urn.

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Rs 500 and Rs 1000`s forgotten notes: Woman hides away money from husband, find years later | WATCH

In the video, the woman's daughter could be heard as she recorded the moment her mother was crying innocently. According to the viral clip, the woman had quietly set aside small amounts of cash and kept them hidden away.

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Jharkhand charter plane incident: Aircraft enroute from Ranchi to Delhi crashes; 7 onboard

A charter plane disappeared from radar shortly after takeoff from Jharkhand's Ranchi Airport, DGCA sources reported, according to ANI.

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From deals to controversies, what India achieved at AI Impact Summit and why it will be remembered

After earlier editions in Britain, South Korea and France, this was the first time the summit took place in a Global South country.

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Can the creator economy stay afloat in a flood of AI slop?

On the latest episode of Equity, we debated what’s next for the creator economy, and whether there will be any room for the next generation of creators to stand out.

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Bill Gurley says that right now, the worst thing you can do for your career is play it safe

"The number one thing is to get out of your head this ideal that gets passed around in the self-help world: 'go get a mentor,' and everyone runs out and cold calls someone that's ridiculously too high and unachievable, and it doesn't work."

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India-Israel ties in focus: PM Modi’s message to Netanyahu before key talks - Here`s what he said

India-Israel ties: In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Prime Minister Modi replied to the Israeli PM and expressed his appreciation for the strong bond between the two nations. Earlier, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu termed Prime Minister Modi's upcoming visit to Israel as "historic."

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Sam Altman would like remind you that humans use a lot of energy, too

"It also takes a lot of energy to train a human."

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Wikipedia blacklists Archive.today after alleged DDoS attack

Wikipedia editors have decided to remove all links to Archive.today, a web archiving service that they said has been linked to more than 695,000 times across the online encyclopedia.

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India`s first dedicated drone base: Meerut facility set to make India only 5th country in world with a drone air station

India is building its first dedicated military drone base in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, a 900-acre facility inspired by Operation Sindoor's 100% drone strike success rate, that will place India alongside the US, China, Israel, and Turkey.

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InScope nabs $14.5M to solve the pain of financial reporting

The startup, founded by accountants who worked at Flexport, Miro, Hopin and Thrive Global, automates the difficulties of prepping financial statements.

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Great news for xAI: Grok is now pretty good at answering questions about Baldur’s Gate

A new report from Business Insider reveals that high-level engineers at xAI were pulled off other projects to make sure Grok could answer detailed questions about the video game "Baldur's Gate."

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US Vedic scholar David Frawley meets Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath; discusses Yoga, Ayurveda

Vedic scholar David Frawley met Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow, praising his leadership and discussing the global relevance of Yoga, Ayurveda and Sanatan traditions.

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Toyota hires seven Agility humanoid robots for Canadian factory

The robots will be unloading totes full of auto parts from an automated warehouse tugger.

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SpaceX’s Starbase city is getting its own court

Elon Musk's company town already has a volunteer fire department, and is forming a Starbase Police Department. Now it wants its own court, too.

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As browser wars heat up, Chrome adds new productivity features

Split View, PDF annotations and 'Save to Chrome' features come to the Chrome browser.

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Amazon halts Blue Jay robotics project after less than six months

Amazon said Blue Jay's core tech will be used for other robotics projects and the employees who worked on it were moved to other projects.

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Rajma Gilawat to Rasmalai Tres Leches: Full menu of PM Modi`s AI Summit dinner at Bharat Mandapam

Explore the exclusive 'Shishir Ritu' menu curated by ITC for PM Modi’s India-AI Impact Summit 2026 dinner. Featuring GI-tagged Munsyari Rajma, Millets, and Rasmalai Tres Leches for global leaders.  

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Gold prices drop 21% in 20 days; Could Trump-Putin dynamics push rates below ₹1 lakh?

Gold and silver prices have fallen sharply over the past 20 days, with gold down 21% and silver down 45%, amid expectations of a stronger US dollar and easing geopolitical tensions. Experts suggest prices may decline gradually, possibly pushing gold below ₹1 lakh by 2027.

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Climactic launches hybrid fund to get startups through the ‘valley of death’

The new project, called Material Scale, will initially focus on climate tech startups in the apparel industry.

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Teh Pucuk 17-minute viral video fact check: Why the link is a dangerous scam

Teh Pucuk 17-minute viral video: Searching for the "Teh Pucuk 17-minute viral video"? Don't click the link. Our 2026 fact check reveals the truth behind the "Teh Pucuk Harum" trend and the malware risks targeting TikTok and X users.  

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‘Time for results, not politics’: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta takes on Opposition, opens development coffers for East Delhi

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta laid the foundation stone for infrastructure projects worth ₹1,075 crore in East Delhi, focusing on road upgrades, pedestrian bridges, and drainage improvements. The initiative aims to reduce waterlogging, ease traffic congestion, and ensure balanced development across the Trans-Yamuna region.

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Blackstone backs Neysa in up to $1.2B financing as India pushes to build domestic AI infrastructure

Neysa is targeting deployments of more than 20,000 GPUs over time as demand for local AI compute accelerates.

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OpenClaw creator Peter Steinberger joins OpenAI

OpenAI said OpenClaw will live on as an open source project.

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Longtime NPR host David Greene sues Google over NotebookLM voice

The longtime host of NPR’s “Morning Edition,” is suing Google, alleging that the male podcast voice in the company’s NotebookLM tool is based on him.

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Anthropic and the Pentagon are reportedly arguing over Claude usage

The Pentagon is pushing AI companies to allow the U.S. military to use their technology for “all lawful purposes,” but Anthropic is pushing back, according to a new report in Axios. The government is reportedly making the same demand to OpenAI, Google, and xAI. An anonymous Trump administration official told Axios that one of those […]

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In a changed VC landscape, this exec is doubling down on overlooked founders

As much of Silicon Valley chases mega-rounds and buzzy AI deals, Stacy Brown-Philpot is running Cherryrock Capital like a throwback to venture capital's earlier days

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Hollywood isn’t happy about the new Seedance 2.0 video generator

Hollywood organizations are pushing back against a new AI video model called Seedance 2.0, which they say has quickly become a tool for “blatant” copyright infringement.

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Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurates 120 mist spray systems at IGI Airport

Rekha Gupta inaugurated 120 mist spray systems installed by GMR Group at Indira Gandhi International Airport to help curb air pollution and improve air quality for passengers. She said the systems will expand to 600 poles and highlighted broader plans, including EV buses, Metro expansion, AI-based dust monitoring, and large-scale sprinkling to make Delhi cleaner and more sustainable.

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