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China’s AI models have Trump’s AI world at war with itself
This story originally appeared in The Algorithm, our weekly newsletter on AI. To get stories like this in your inbox first, sign up here. Over the weekend, several current and former advisors to President Donald Trump on
Judge pauses $110B Paramount-Warner Bros merger
The lawsuit from the states alleges that the deal would harm movie theaters, basic cable distributors, and audiences.
Police recommend suspension of 2,747 driving licences for traffic offences in Puducherry
During the drive held from January to June, the police have registered cases against persons involved in rash and dangerous driving under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Motor Vehicles Act
U Mumba TT crowned UTT Juniors champion
The triumph was built around the impressive performances of top draft pick Ahona Ray and a promising youngster, Somdev Sengupta

Police outnumbered, taken aback by number of protesters who reached Parliament’s doorstep
Sensing a surge in the crowd, the government made the first outreach to CJP on Sunday evening; the crowd had gathered based on a call given by the online youth group, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), to march to Parliament d
‘Veera Vasantharayar Mandapam renovation to be over before consecration’
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Canada-India defence collaboration for a secure future
Shared interests drive Canada and India toward a stronger strategic defence partnership

Russia-Ukraine war: 4 Indian sailors among 10 killed as missile hits ship
Reclaiming footpaths, taking cities back from cars
Safe, accessible footpaths are a test of governance, revealing whether India’s cities truly serve their people
Judge pauses Paramount’s attempt to buy Warner Bros. Discovery
A judge partially granted the request from a dozen state attorneys general to temporarily place the $110 billion merger of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery on hold, as reported by Variety and Reuters. US District Jud

Palestinians say Israeli forces kill two during settler attack
Violence in the Israeli-occupied West Bank has surged since the outbreak of the Gaza war, with rights groups and the UN reporting near-daily attacks by Israeli settlers

Why inflation is rising in India
India’s recent inflation surge has been driven mainly by higher fuel costs and food price pressures rather than excess demand; food inflation stems largely from supply shocks such as poor monsoons, while rising oil price
It was a rewarding experience as a captain: Shubhang
IndiGo to place order for over 1,000 aircraft engines with CFM International
The LEAP engine's industry-leading proven reliability makes it the ideal choice to support our scale, operational resilience and sustainability ambitions, IndiGo CEO Designate Willie Walsh said

'He Has Shut Everybody Up': Ravi Shastri On Rohit Sharma's Retirement Speculation
The former India head coach praised Rohit Sharma's century against England, saying the veteran opener had answered his critics with the bat.
Yemen's Houthis announce 'maritime embargo' on Saudi Arabia
The Houthis say the embargo begins immediately and is a response to a Saudi blockade of ports and airports in Yemen.
Accommodating dissent: on the TVK government’s actions
Using criminal law to protect reputation of rulers is condemnable

How magnetic levitation lifts and propels high-speed maglev trains
Maglev trains use powerful magnetic fields to move above the track without wheels, eliminating rolling friction, enabling speeds of over 400 km/hr; however, the technology requires dedicated guideways with precision engi

Philippines accuses Chinese coast guard of injuring Filipino sailor in disputed shoal
Chinese and Philippines authorities are blaming each other for a row on Monday between Chinese coast guard personnel and Philippine sailors in a disputed shoal in the South China Sea

Jewellery Sold On Amazon, TikTok Shop Contains Toxic Metal Linked To Cancer, Report Finds
Independent testing has identified high levels of cadmium and other toxic metals in jewelry sold through major online platforms including Amazon and TikTok Shop. These substances are linked to severe long-term health risks including cancer and organ damage.
Harmanpreet finding it tough, says Edulji who calls for split-captaincy
The former India skipper feels it’s time to hand over the captaincy to Smriti in the white-ball formats

Ultimate Table Tennis | Sathiyan stars to keep Delhi’s semifinal hopes alive

All Workers Trapped In Sikkim Tunnel Rescued After Massive Operation
All construction workers trapped inside the Samardung tunnel in Sikkim have been successfully rescued following an intensive emergency operation. The incident occurred at the Teesta Stage VI Hydroelectric Project site where workers became stranded during construction progress.
