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The San Francisco skyline on April 18, 2024. In San Francisco, people talk about “feeling the AGI,” and building smarter-than-human AI systems has become the explicit goal of some of Silicon Valley’s biggest companies.
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AI will soon be smarter than humans

Technology March 16, 2025
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AI systems have surpassed humans and AGI, a general-purpose AI system, is expected to be created soon. This will greatly impact the economy and global power balance. However, most people and institutions are not ready for the risks and benefits of AI. It is crucial to start preparing for AGI now as it could arrive sooner than anticipated.
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National Herald money laundering case, National Herald case, Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, Congress, Narendra Modi government, M K Stalin, Indian express news, current affairs
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Modi govt’s illegality exposed, says Congress after court relief

India 42 min ago
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Delhi court refuses to take cognizance of ED chargesheet in National Herald case against Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and others. Congress claims Modi government's illegality and politically motivated prosecution exposed. Allies silent, Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin supports Congress. Judiciary rebukes BJP's politics of persecution.
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PM Modi Jordan visit, Narendra Modi Jordan Museum, Modi Crown Prince Hussein, India Jordan relations, Modi King Abdullah II meeting, India Jordan bilateral ties, India Jordan trade, India Jordan agreements, Modi Amman visit, India Jordan diplomatic relations, Modi Jordan business forum, India Jordan defence cooperation, India Jordan renewable energy, India Jordan UPI collaboration, Modi Ethiopia visit
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Become partners in our growth, secure strong returns, PM tells India-Jordan business forum

India 48 min ago
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Jordanian Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II personally drove PM Modi to the Jordan Museum, where they discussed the country's history and culture. Modi praised the Crown Prince's contributions to youth development, sports, space, innovation, and persons with disabilities. He also urged Indian businesses to invest in Jordan's IT, infrastructure, and agriculture sectors.
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Homebound, Homebound shortlisted for Oscars, Homebound Oscars, Homebound Oscars entry, Karan Johar, Neeraj Ghaywan, Indian express news, current affairs
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Homebound shortlisted for Oscars

Entertainment 2 hr ago
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Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound has been shortlisted for the Best International Feature Film Award at the 98th Academy Awards. The film, which follows the story of two child
Pradhan defends higher education regulator Bill, higher education regulator Bill, education regulator Bill, University Grants Commission, National Council for Teacher Education, National Council for Teacher Education, Dharmendra Pradhan, Indian express news, current affairs
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‘Role for states’: Pradhan defends higher education regulator Bill

India 2 hr ago
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The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025 proposes the creation of a centralized body for higher education, with state participation and representation. However, it has faced criticism for its centralization and naming. The Bill includes a commission and three councils, but does not grant funding powers to the regulatory council.
Gideon Sa’ar, S Jaishankar, Hanukkah celebrations, Bondi Beach, Bondi Beach terror attack, terrorism, Counter terrorism, Jerusalem, Indian express news, current affairs
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Jaishankar: India, Israel share ‘zero tolerance policy’ against terrorism

India 2 hr ago
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Jaishankar, India's External Affairs Minister, met with his Israeli counterpart to discuss the recent terror attack during Hanukkah celebrations in Sydney. He expressed condolences and condemned the attack, stating that both countries have a zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism. They also discussed a strategic partnership and regional developments, including the Gaza Peace Plan.
SG Alpine Pipers' R Praggnanandhaa, and PBG Alaskan Knights' Arjun Erigaisi and Gukesh during the third season of the Global Chess League. (PHOTOS: GCL)
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Why going home feels like a vacation to D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa and Arjun Erigaisi

Sports 4 hr ago
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FIDE asked top chess players their dream vacation spot for life, with popular choices including Greece and Bali. Indian players Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa, and Vaishali Rameshbabu stood out by choosing "home" due to their busy tournament schedules. Despite frequent travel and playing for over half the year, they prioritize fitness.
Australia vs England Ashes 3rd Test Live Streaming Online
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Australia vs England Ashes 3rd Test Live Streaming

Sports 5 hr ago
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The upcoming 3rd Ashes Test between Australia and England is crucial for the visitors, who are currently down 0-2 in the series. The return of Australia's regular captain Pat Cummins and spin wizard Nathan Lyon adds to the challenge for England. The match will take place at Adelaide Oval and will be broadcasted live on Star Sports Network and JioHotstar.
Among the top six buys on Tuesday evening, five came from KKR and CSK's tables. (BCCI Photo)
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Shivam Dube India vs South Africa
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IND vs SA: How has Morne Morkel helped his bowling, Shivam Dube explains

Sports 2 hr ago
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Shivam Dube's eventful journey with the Indian cricket team includes a disastrous over in New Zealand but has now become a vital member in the 2024 T20 World Cup. His improved bowling skills have earned him the trust of management, with 12 wickets this year. With guidance from Morne Morkel and Gautam Gambhir, Dube has become a smart and effective bowler, proving his worth in tough situations.
IND vs SA 4th T20 Ardonamau Ekana Stadium Pitch Report India vs South Africa
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IND vs SA 4th T20 Ekana Stadium Pitch Report

Sports -329 min ago
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India and South Africa will face off in the 4th T20I at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow on Wednesday. India aims to clinch the series with a match to spare after their impressive win in the previous match. The pitch is expected to favor both batters and pacers before slowing down for spinners. Dew will be a crucial factor, making teams opt to bowl first after winning the toss.
Viswanathan Anand from Ganges Grandmasters in action against Gukesh D from PBG Alaskan Knights on day 3 of the Global Chess League 3. (PHOTO: GCL)
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New Delhi: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor during the Winter session of Parliament, in New Delhi, Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025. (PTI Photo/Salman Ali)(PTI12_16_2025_000133A)
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Shashi Tharoor criticises Centre’s G RAM G Bill, lists 3 key reasons

India 5 hr ago
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Shashi Tharoor vehemently opposes the VB-G RAM G Bill that seeks to replace MNREGA. He argues that removing Mahatma Gandhi's name from the scheme goes against its core values. He also criticizes the proposed financial changes and the shift of responsibility to states, calling it an attack on federalism. He highlights that the Bill makes the scheme dependent on executive notification.
IND vs SA 4th T20I India South Africa
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India v South Africa 4th T20 Match: Date, Time, Squad, Predicted Playing XI, Other Details

Sports 6 hr ago
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India vs South Africa 4th T20: India, leading 2-1 in the series, will aim to seal the series at Ekana Stadium and take a 3-1 lead. With Axar Patel out due to illness and Bumrah's status uncertain, India is likely to field the same XI. Captain Suryakumar Yadav's form will be crucial, while South Africa will rely on Quinton de Kock's explosive batting.
India IPL Auction uncapped players
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Dua Lipa has been focusing on stretching and brick yoga to keep her body in peak condition
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Dua Lipa shares her comprehensive stretching and brick yoga routine

Lifestyle 8 hr ago
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Dua Lipa, known for her high-energy performances, incorporates stretching and brick yoga into her fitness routine to maintain flexibility and strength. These practices are essential for preventing injuries and improving performance stamina. Beginners can safely incorporate blocks into their yoga practice, but should progress gradually and listen to their bodies to avoid strain.
Mahima Chaudhry reveals Pardes director Subhash Ghai made her 'cry' mid-shoot
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Additional mosasaur teeth from slightly older nearby sites showed similar freshwater signals, strengthening the conclusion that some mosasaurs occupied rivers during the final million years before their extinction. (Image: Christopher DiPiazza)
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Study reveals mosasaurs adapted to freshwater rivers before extinction

Technology 8 hr ago
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Mosasaurs, large marine reptiles, may have also lived in rivers towards the end of their existence, as indicated by the finding of a tooth in a freshwater environment. This suggests that they were not restricted to the ocean and adapted to new habitats due to environmental changes, before their extinction 66 million years ago.
Jacob Duffy RCB IPL Auction
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Jacob Duffy: From a town of 530 people to top of T20 bowling rankings and now IPL contract

Sports 9 hr ago
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Jacob Duffy, a talented fast bowler from New Zealand's small town of Lumsden, has secured an IPL contract worth Rs 2 crore. He has been praised for his consistent performance and control in T20s, with an impressive record of 53 wickets in 38 games. Despite humble beginnings, Duffy's determination has led him to international success, while still staying true to his roots.
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5 Indian towns where you can find snow in December

Lifestyle 9 hr ago
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Five towns in India, Auli, Manali, Gulmarg, Tawang, and Pahalgam, offer a magical winter experience in December. Auli is perfect for skiing with stunning views of the Garhwal Himalayas. Manali is famous for adventure sports and picturesque apple orchards. Gulmarg is a winter playground with heavy snowfall and the world's highest cable car. Tawang has early snowfall and a beautiful monastery.
Rob Reiner
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Recalling Rob Reiner, the versatile writer-director who helped shape today’s Hollywood

Explained 9 hr ago
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Hollywood director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele were found dead in a homicide, with their son Nick detained as a suspect. Reiner's death has caused an outpouring of grief from the entertainment industry. He was known for his role in All In The Family and his iconic work as a director in films such as This is Spinal Tap, Stand By Me, The Princess Bride, and When Harry Met Sally, among others.
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty
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Saif Ali Khan says he has decided not to dance at weddings.
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Abhishek Sharma India Top Order South Africa
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Without Abhishek Sharma, India’s top-order strike rate dips from 147.79 to 124.20

Sports 5 hr ago
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Gautam Gambhir, the current India head coach, had to rely on his team's newfound 'superstar', Abhishek Sharma, to alleviate concerns about the top-order batting crisis before the T20 World Cup. Despite the senior players struggling, Abhishek's belief in the abilities of captain Suryakumar Yadav and vice-captain Shubman Gill gave hope for the upcoming matches.
The Google Chrome extension is advertised as a free to use VPN service.
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Google Chrome extension with 6 million users caught harvesting AI chats

Technology 10 hr ago
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Google Chrome, the most widely used browser, offers thousands of extensions for added functionality. However, security researchers recently uncovered a malicious extension, Urban VPN Proxy, that was collecting conversations from popular AI chatbots. This extension, with over six million users, targeted 10 AI platforms.
Recently, the BMC announced that it will conduct the ‘Swachhata Manthan’ cleanliness competition from January 1, 2026 to December 2026.
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BMC announces ‘Swachhata Manthan’ cleanliness competition in Mumbai

Cities 10 hr ago
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The Mumbai BJP's campaign 'Aawaaz Mumbaikarancha, Sankalp Bhajapacha' has led to the launch of a citywide cleanliness competition called 'Swachhata Manthan' in 2026 by the BMC. This was suggested by actor Akshay Kumar during the campaign and welcomed by Mumbai BJP president Ameet Satam.
Subhashree Ganguly received death threats for her kids after posting pictures with Lionel Messi
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Ashok Sharma IP[L Auction
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Who is Ashok Sharma, Rajasthan pacer brought for Rs 90 lakh by Gujarat Titans

Sports 6 hr ago
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Rajasthan's Ashok Sharma joins Gujarat Titans for Rs 90 lakh in IPL 2026 auction. KKR also showed interest, but GT won the bidding war. Sharma eager to learn from experienced players and work with Ashish Nehra. Despite initial disapproval, cricket academy enrolment led him to become a top bowler.
Jane Austen
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Why does Jane Austen remain so popular? Because of craft, commerce, and common sense

Explained 10 hr ago
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Jane Austen's enduring popularity is due to her sharp wit, social commentary, and timeless themes of love and money. Her writing is scientific and features engaging stories and relatable characters. She breaks societal norms and creates strong female bonds through her strong and independent heroines. Her works are easily adapted to the screen, ensuring her continued popularity.
The India Meteorological Department in Lucknow has issued an orange alert for ‘very dense fog’ in 13 districts of eastern and central Uttar Pradesh, while a yellow alert for dense fog has been sounded in 27 districts stretching from eastern to western UP. (Express Photo)
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UP dense fog alert: IMD issues orange, yellow warning for 40 districts

Cities 3 hr ago
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A thick blanket of fog is expected to cover Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday morning, with orange and yellow alerts issued for various districts. Very dense fog in 13 districts and dense fog in 27 districts could lead to visibility below 50 metres, affecting traffic and flight schedules. The poor air quality in western UP cities has also been a concern.
When you travel across time zones, Dr Chaurasia said, your body struggles to align with the local time
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This is what happens to the body when you’re jetlagged

Lifestyle 11 hr ago
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Jet lag is a physiological condition caused by traveling across time zones, which disrupts the body's internal clock. Dr Bikky Chaurasia explains the science behind jet lag and its symptoms, including disrupted sleep patterns, fatigue, digestive issues, mood swings, reduced mental function, and hormonal imbalances.
Ai+ NovaFlip will be the company’s first foldable smartphone, with a confirmed launch timeline of Q1 2026.
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Ai+ enters foldable phone segment with NovaFlip, Q1 2026 launch confirmed

Technology 10 hr ago
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Ai+ has announced the NovaFlip series, its entry into the foldable smartphone segment. Led by Madhav Sheth, the India-based company plans to launch the Nova Pro, Nova Ultra, and a book-style foldable in the future. The NovaFlip will run on NxtQuantum OS, optimized for folded and open states, with no bloatware or invasive trackers.
Prashant Veer in action. (Special arrangement)
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Statue of Liberty falls down in Brazil
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Moto G86 Power
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Motorola Moto G86 Power review: Built for battery life above all else

Technology 10 hr ago
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The G86 Power falls within Motorola’s more broadly affordable Moto series of phones and, as the name suggests, it packs a gigantic 6720mAh battery. Fitting such a huge battery in a budget-centric phone is quite impressive. But if you are thinking that the package seems too good to be true, you are mostly right.
This image is for context of how small the robot is when placed on the finger tip. (Image: University of Pennsylvania )
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US scientists create tiniest autonomous robots, barely visible to the naked eye

Technology 10 hr ago
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University of Pennsylvania researchers created miniature robots measuring 0.2 by 0.3 by 0.05 mm, with advanced capabilities such as sensing, complex movements, and independent operation for months at a cost of one penny each. These robots have a unique propulsion system and low-power "brain" allowing them to swim, respond to temperature changes, and coordinate in groups.
As many as 15 Bills were listed for discussion in the Karnataka Assembly.
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Auqib Nabi Duleep Trophy
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Cameron Green back surgery
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IPL Auction: Cameron Green is gifted, but beware his dodgy back

Sports 12 hr ago
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Cameron Green, the highest-paid overseas player in IPL history, is a versatile all-rounder with exceptional skills in bowling and batting. Despite facing injuries and a spinal defect, he remains determined to reach his full potential and follow in the footsteps of his idols Ricky Ponting and Brett Lee.
A family reacts during a menorah lighting ceremony at a floral memorial for victims of Sunday's shooting, at the Bondi Pavilion on Bondi Beach on Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025, in Sydney, Australia. (AP Photo/Mark Baker)
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Bondi Beach shooters had links to Hyderabad, police confirm

India 10 hr ago
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Sajid Akram, the shooter behind the Bondi Beach terror attack in Sydney, was from Hyderabad, India and migrated to Australia in 1998. His radicalization was not linked to his home country. He and his son Naveed were responsible for the death of 15 people during a Hanukkah celebration. Limited contact with his family in India may have played a role.
Lionel Messi with West Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas at Salt Lake Stadium during his G.O.A.T India Tour 2025, in Kolkata. (Express Photo/Partha Paul)
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Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas resigns ‘for unbiased probe’ into Messi event chaos

Cities 10 hr ago
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West Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas resigned after the chaos at Salt Lake Stadium during Lionel Messi's visit, citing the need for an “unbiased investigation”. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will oversee the sports department during the investigation. Biswas wrote to Banerjee to resign, while Banerjee expressed anger and advised officials to be alert during VIP movements.
Jaya Bachchan
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Jaya Bachchan on disciplining kids

Lifestyle 12 hr ago
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Jaya Bachchan and Dr Meghana Phadke Sultania emphasize the importance of healthy discipline for children, which involves setting boundaries, predictability, and emotional security. Strict parenting can have negative effects, and a balance of structure and warmth is crucial for a child's emotional development. Parents should remain calm and acknowledge their child's emotions.
The global memory shortage is expected to have a significant impact on the smartphone industry in the coming months.
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Australia Shooting
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The findings come at a time when the Metro network in Ahmedabad has steadily expanded, proving to be a crucial component of the city’s public transport system.
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Cameron green IPL RCB
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Why Green will take home only Rs 18 crore and not record bid of Rs 25.2 crore from KKR

Sports 13 hr ago
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Cam Green, the top overseas player at the IPL auction, will earn Rs 18 crore due to a new BCCI rule. The rule sets the maximum fee for overseas players based on retention or auction price, whichever is lower. This was implemented after high bids for overseas players at mini-auctions. Kolkata, with the highest purse, was among the teams vying for Green with a base price of Rs 2 crore.
‘Cannot build digital economy on backs of underpaid, overworked human beings’: AAP MP on Blinkit agent earning Rs 763 for 15-hour duty
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Blinkit agent earns Rs 763 after 15-hour duty, AAP MP Raghav Chadha flags ‘exploitation’

India 8 hr ago
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Flagging exploitative labour practices in the delivery app sector, AAP Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha shared a post on social media showing a Blinkit delivery agent earning only Rs 763 for 15 hours of duty. “This is not a ‘gig economy success story’. This is systemic exploitation hidden behind apps & algorithms,” Chadha wrote on X, adding that he raised the issue in the Parliament.  
Sunny Deol makes first public appearance after father Dharmendra's death, at Border 2's teaser launch
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Sunny Deol breaks down at first public appearance after dad Dharmendra’s demise

Entertainment 12 hr ago
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Sunny Deol makes emotional first appearance at Border 2 teaser launch, pays tribute to late father Dharmendra. The event was filled with patriotism as Sunny delivered a powerful dialogue from the film. The sequel to the 1997 war drama also stars Varun Dhawan, Ahan Shetty, Diljit Dosanjh, and Sonam Bajwa and is set to release on January 23, 2026.
italian
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Italy becomes first country to win UNESCO recognition for national cuisine

Lifestyle 13 hr ago
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Italy's entire national cuisine has been recognized by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage, honoring the rituals, skills, and social habits behind Italian cooking. From Neapolitan pizza to Florentine steak, each dish showcases the country's love for fresh, simple ingredients and slow preparation. Artisanal gelato and tiramisu are also must-tries.
China ran the seven-train convoy in the Inner Mongolia autonomous region on December 8. Photo: China's state-run CCTV
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Yann LeCun speaks during a discussion on the limits of large language models and why he believes scaling AI systems alone will not lead to human-level intelligence. (Image: YouTube/@PioneerWorks)
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‘LLMs extract meaning, but only at a superficial level’: Godfather of AI Yann LeCun

Technology 10 hr ago
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Yann LeCun, known as the godfather of AI, believes that while Large Language Models (LLMs) can extract meaning, they lack understanding of physical reality and common sense. He warns against overestimating LLMs and allocating too many resources towards them, as they cannot match the complexity of real-world experiences. LeCun advocates for a more balanced approach to AI development.