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China is expected to experience a second consecutive year of population decline in 2023, with demographers attributing the drop to a surge in COVID-related deaths and low birth rates influenced by economic uncertainties. Analysts estimate that the number of new births in 2023 will be below the 9.56 million recorded in 2022, highlighting long-standing issues … Read more
Parag Agrawal, the Indian-origin former CEO of Twitter, has reportedly raised approximately $30 million for his new artificial intelligence (AI) startup, marking his foray into the AI landscape. Khosla Ventures, an early supporter of OpenAI, led the funding round, with participation from Index Ventures and First Round Capital. While specific details about the venture’s name … Read more
Nithin Kamath, Founder and CEO of Zerodha, has raised the alarm about the proliferation of “shady, illegal” digital lending apps that pose a significant threat by demanding extensive access to users’ personal information. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Kamath expressed his concern over the rising menace posed by these finance apps, likening them to digital … Read more
In a startling revelation, former Indian cricket team fast bowler Praveen Kumar disclosed that Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) was not his preferred choice during the inaugural season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). His reluctance to join RCB, and subsequent attempt to express his preference for Delhi Daredevils, allegedly led to a severe threat from … Read more
Nagpur-based chef Vishnu Manohar is set to make culinary history by preparing a colossal 7,000 kg of ‘Suji ka Halwa’ for the consecration ceremony at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on January 22. The renowned chef, known for his culinary feats, plans to use a specially crafted cauldron (kadhai) with an impressive 12,000-liter capacity. The … Read more
In a profound loss for the world of music, maestro Ustad Rashid Khan, a distinguished classical singer belonging to the Rampur-Sahaswan Gharana, breathed his last at a Kolkata hospital. The 55-year-old musician had been undergoing treatment for prostate cancer, and his health condition took a downturn following a cerebral attack last month. The news of … Read more
A groundbreaking study has unveiled that a typical one-liter bottle of water, equivalent to 33 ounces, contains an average of 240,000 plastic fragments. These fragments, known as “nanoplastics,” measure under 1 micrometer in length, making them one-seventieth the width of a human hair. The findings suggest that health concerns related to plastic pollution might have … Read more
After a swift 1.5-day conclusion to the second Test between India and South Africa in Cape Town, the focus shifted to the pitch used in the match. With India emerging victorious in a contest that witnessed 23 wickets falling on the opening day, captain Rohit Sharma publicly expressed his dissatisfaction with the inconsistent judgments from … Read more
In a humorous yet pointed jab, renowned comedian Vir Das has called out social media users for sharing stock photos of Indian tourist spots in a bid to boost domestic tourism. Das’s satire took the form of an Instagram post featuring a polar bear seemingly spotted in Lonavala, a hill station not typically associated with … Read more
In a shocking turn of events, Suchana Seth, the CEO of the artificial intelligence start-up Mindful AI Lab, was arrested in Karnataka’s Chitradurga on Monday with the lifeless body of her four-year-old son discovered in a bag. The motive behind this tragic incident remains unknown, but authorities are pointing to her strained relationship with her … Read more
In a significant development, the Adani Group has pledged an investment exceeding ₹42,700 crore in Tamil Nadu, marking a strategic move to bolster various sectors in the state. The momentous occasion unfolded during the Global Investors Meet 2024, where multiple Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were signed. The largest chunk of this substantial investment, amounting to … Read more
The Adani Group has inked memorandums of understanding (MoUs) for a substantial investment of over ₹42,700 crore in Tamil Nadu during the Global Investors Meet 2024. The largest chunk of this investment, amounting to ₹24,500 crore, will be spearheaded by Adani Green Energy Ltd, dedicated to three pump storage projects (PSP) over the next 5-7 … Read more
In his upcoming book, ‘Anger Management: The Troubled Diplomatic Relationship Between India and Pakistan,’ Ambassador Ajay Bisaria, who played a crucial role as a key aide to former Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, provides a detailed account of the behind-the-scenes drama that led to the collapse of the Agra Summit in 2001. Contrary to … Read more
The controversy surrounding the “Jeffrey Epstein List” has taken an unexpected turn, with former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram vehemently dismissing a social media claim that sought to link Imran Khan to the Epstein list. The assertion, made by a user on X (formerly Twitter), prompted a fiery response from Akram, who categorically shut down the … Read more
Online travel giant MakeMyTrip revealed a remarkable surge in searches related to Lakshadweep, with a staggering 3,400% increase since Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the island on January 3. The company took to X (formerly Twitter) to share this data and announced plans to launch a special campaign promoting India’s “stunning beaches.” The announcement, … Read more