No End to Stubble Burning, 2,015 Fire Counts Detected Since September 15; Delhi Enforces GRAP-1

News18 - Oct 15, 2024

The satellites have detected a spike in the number of residue-burning incidents from October 10, with 484 fire counts detected in just the last two days. An estimated 27.6 million tonnes of paddy straw are likely to be generated from Punjab and Haryana this year

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Oct 15, 2024

Medicines Containing ‘Khadiya Mitti’ Being Sold at Kanpur Market, Pharmacies Busted

A Chymoral Forte sample from a pharmacy at Kanpur was found fake, containing chalk soil, while Zerodol SP and Montair-LC samples were deemed sub-standard

Mumbai Metro-3 Running, But How To Reach BKC From Borivali West? Here’s A 3-Step Guide On Route & Fares

Oct 15, 2024

Mumbai Metro-3 Running, But How To Reach BKC From Borivali West? Here’s A 3-Step Guide On Route & Fares

Mumbai peak-hour commute gets easy: An officegoer can travel from Borivali West to Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) using Metro-2A, Metro-1 and Metro-3 trains. Here's how

Amazon Great Indian Festival brands in spotlight today: Limited period discounts on large appliances like ACs, fridges

Oct 15, 2024

Amazon Great Indian Festival brands in spotlight today: Limited period discounts on large appliances like ACs, fridges

Amazon Great Indian Festival highlights big discounts on major appliances like ACs and refrigerators from top brands. Grab limited-time offers with over 70% savings on these essentials, perfect for upgrading your home during the festive season.

Researchers Uncover Hijack Loader Malware Using Stolen Code-Signing Certificates

Oct 15, 2024

Researchers Uncover Hijack Loader Malware Using Stolen Code-Signing Certificates

Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed a new malware campaign that delivers Hijack Loader artifacts that are signed with legitimate code-signing certificates. French cybersecurity company HarfangLab, which detected the activity at the start of the month, said the attack chains aim to deploy an information stealer known as Lumma. Hijack Loader, also known as DOILoader, IDAT Loader, and

Mirai study reveals Google has lost 1 percentage point of market share in direct hotel bookings

Oct 15, 2024

Mirai study reveals Google has lost 1 percentage point of market share in direct hotel bookings

Mirai, the provider of technology and operations support to help hotels sell in the direct channel, has today unveiled new findings on the impact of the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) on the direct sale of hotel reservations within the European Union (EU) when compared with non-EU markets. Mirai’s latest analysis reveals that the DMA has led to Google suffering an overall 1% decline in its market share of all direct hotel bookings within the EU, marking a significant shift in how users interact with hotels via Google platforms.

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Stay22, the travel tech company that offers affiliate revenue generation opportunities for travel content creators, has announced the integration of Booking.com’s wide range of products. This partnership will offer Stay 22’s network of over 2,700 global content creators the opportunity to generate revenue from every element of the travel experience in one place, including accommodations, flights, car rentals, and attractions, within their platforms.

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Oct 15, 2024

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The Lufthansa Group has been awarded the prize for the world’s best airline app 2024 at the World Aviation Festival (WAF). The Lufthansa Group app was previously evaluated by customers and nominated for the final round. A jury of experts compared the four nominees in a competition, the “Battle of the Airline Apps”, and rated the Lufthansa Group app as the best among the biggest players in the industry. The Lufthansa product came out on top against the apps from Emirates, Qatar Airways and Air India.

'There Will Be Chaos If We...': Supreme Court Declines To Halt Ongoing Polling For Punjab Panchayat Elections

Oct 15, 2024

'There Will Be Chaos If We...': Supreme Court Declines To Halt Ongoing Polling For Punjab Panchayat Elections

The polling for panchayat elections began at 8 am on Tuesday in Punjab and the petitions, seeking a stay on them, were mentioned before a bench led by CJI DY Chandrachud.

BJP's Maharashtra Master Plan, To Focus On Ambedkarites-Buddhist Votes Ahead Of Assembly Elections

Oct 15, 2024

BJP's Maharashtra Master Plan, To Focus On Ambedkarites-Buddhist Votes Ahead Of Assembly Elections

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Global smartphone shipments rise 5% in Q3; Apple gains share: Canalys

Oct 15, 2024

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Global smartphone shipments increased by 5% in Q3 2024, driven by demand in emerging economies and replacement cycles in North America, China, and Europe. Apple recorded its highest third-quarter shipments, fueled by older model sales, while Samsung narrowly maintained its lead. Xiaomi held a 14% market share.

EAM Jaishankar To Arrive In Pakistan Today For SCO Summit, Imran Khan's Party Threatens Protest

Oct 15, 2024

EAM Jaishankar To Arrive In Pakistan Today For SCO Summit, Imran Khan's Party Threatens Protest

EAM S Jaishankar is set to visit Pakistan for the first time in nearly nine years to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit on October 16, 2024.

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Oct 15, 2024

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Oct 15, 2024

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Oct 15, 2024

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Mumbai Police sources claimed threat to comedian Munawar Faruqui emerged after Bishnoi gang members booked a room at the same Delhi hotel where he was staying for an event in September.

Scientists weigh in as Christopher Columbus' heritage is brought into doubt with shocking new evidence

Oct 15, 2024

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Scientists have revealed new evidence in the case of Christopher Columbus' ancestral origins after a DNA analysis claimed to find the explorer was not Italian after researching his bones.

This iPhone Model is Being Sold in Black at Rs 10,000 Extra, Customers Flocking to Buy

Oct 15, 2024

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According to Apple's website, iPhone 16 deliveries are expected to start in November. However, fans are willing to pay extra to skip the long wait and grab one early

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Baba Siddique’s Son Zeeshan Requested Enhanced Security Days Before NCP Leader’s Murder: Sources

Oct 15, 2024

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Asthma, Glaucoma, Thalassemia, TB & More: Regulator Approves 50% Hike for 8 Low-Cost Drugs

Oct 15, 2024

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WordPress Plugin Jetpack Patches Major Vulnerability Affecting 27 Million Sites

Oct 15, 2024

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Google turns to nuclear to power AI data centres

Oct 15, 2024

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Oct 15, 2024

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‘Desperate Trudeau Needs Sikh Support to Save Himself Next Year': Intel Sources on Canada's Soft Spot for Khalistanis

Oct 15, 2024

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Oct 15, 2024

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Oct 15, 2024

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ANSR acquires a majority stake in Summit Consulting Services for Rs 45-65 crore ($5-8 million). This acquisition aims to expand its solutions for mid-sized global capability centres (GCCs) in India. Summit will continue independent operations while its founder joins ANSR's leadership team.

Canada A Hub of Khalistani Groups, Deportation Requests From India Pending With Trudeau Govt: Intelligence Sources | EXCLUSIVE

Oct 15, 2024

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Intelligence sources said that the Khalistani elements in Canada are not just restricted to protests but have also been involved in physical assaults and violence.

Tesla Optimus robots at Cybercab showcase were remotely controlled by humans

Oct 15, 2024

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Oct 15, 2024

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Ola Krutrim business head Ravi Jain quits

Oct 15, 2024

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Ravi Jain has resigned from his position as business head of Krutrim AI, marking the first top-level exit from Bhavish Aggarwal's AI startup. Jain had been associated with Ola since 2021 and took on the role at Krutrim AI in mid-2023. This news follows recent leadership changes at Ola Electric, Aggarwal's major venture.

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Oct 15, 2024

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Oct 15, 2024

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Google to buy power for AI needs from small modular nuclear reactor company Kairos

Oct 15, 2024

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Alphabet's Google signs the first corporate deal to purchase 500 megawatts from Kairos Power’s small modular reactors by 2035, meeting AI-driven electricity demand. Kairos aims to bring the first SMR online by 2030, despite permitting and cost challenges.

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Oct 15, 2024

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Microsoft's VP of GenAI research to join OpenAI

Oct 15, 2024

Microsoft's VP of GenAI research to join OpenAI

Microsoft's GenAI research VP, Sebastien Bubeck, is joining OpenAI. While his role at OpenAI is unknown, Microsoft's spokesperson mentioned continuing collaboration. Most of his coauthors on the Phi LLMs project remain at Microsoft. This follows recent high-profile departures from OpenAI, including ex-CTO Mira Murati, but CEO Sam Altman denies any connection to company restructuring.

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US weighs capping exports of AI chips from Nvidia and AMD to some countries

Oct 15, 2024

US weighs capping exports of AI chips from Nvidia and AMD to some countries

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Oct 15, 2024

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