Google CEO Sundar Pichai has called on America technology companies to take the lead in global artificial intelligence development, framing AI as the defining technology of the era and urging the US to develop it “boldly and responsibly so every American benefits.” In a recent CBS 60 Minutes interview, Pichai described AI as “the most…
AIADMK-BJP alliance will make Tamil Nadu ‘retrogressive’, warns Udhayanidhi Stalin NEW DELHI: Tamil Nadu deputy chief minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Monday launched a sharp attack on the opposition AIADMK-led NDA, as reported by PTI. He warned voters that voting them to power would make the state “retrogressive” and urged voters to choose the DMK combine…
French President Emmanuel Macron French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday announced that France and the United Kingdom will jointly lead a multinational initiative to restore free and secure navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, as tensions rise over control of the strategic waterway between the United States and Iran.The announcement comes amid growing geopolitical friction…
March CPI inflation: The Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation for the month of March 2026 rose marginally to 3.40%, up from 3.21% in February. The annual inflation rate, measured by the All India Consumer Price Index with base year 2024, stood at 3.40% (provisional) in March 2026 compared to March 2025. Rural inflation was recorded…
India’s white-collar job market closed FY’26 with an 8% annual rise in hiring, marking a clear recovery after a muted year. However, beneath the upbeat numbers lies a deeper shift—non-IT sectors are driving growth, AI/ML demand is surging at high salary bands, and Tier-II cities are steadily emerging as new employment hubs, reshaping India’s hiring…
The legendary singer Asha Bhosle left the mortal world at the age of 92. She left behind her music, her legacy, her memories, her essence. Her passing has left a void that can’t be filled. Echoing a similar emotion, popular qawali singer Salman Zaman shares, “She was a legend. You simply can’t imagine music without…
Image Used For Representational Image NOIDA: Sports minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday said efforts are underway to bring Formula 1 back in 2027, with the government working to address tax-related hurdles that led to the sport leaving in 2013 after three editions at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida, news agency PTI reported. Speaking…
GE signs contract with IAF NEW DELHI: In a move that will give a boost to India’s Tejas fighter programme and the government’s Make in India initiative, US giant GE Aerospace on Monday announced a contract with the Indian Air Force (IAF) to establish an in-country depot facility for the F404-IN20 engines for the Light…
Bank branches will remain closed across most cities on April 14, 2026 on account of Ambedkar Jayanti, with the holiday observed under the RBI’s Negotiable Instruments Act calendar, while select locations will continue operations.Ambedkar Jayanti, which falls on a Tuesday this year, is a gazetted holiday marking the birth anniversary of Dr B.R. Ambedkar, the…
At Dacoit’s success meet, Nag Ashwin praised Mrunal Thakur’s acting, comparing her to Madhubala-Smita Patil era and urging better roles. The Shaneil Deo film stars Adivi Sesh, her, Anurag Kashyap; mixed reviews, ₹40cr in 3 days. Next: Kalki 2, her Hai Jawani… with Varun June 5. Filmmaker Nag Ashwin gave a heartfelt shoutout to Mrunal…