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U.S. Tech Giants Face Global Pushback on AI Regulation

U.S. Tech Giants Face Global Pushback on AI Regulation

Major American tech companies — including Google, Meta, and OpenAI — are under mounting global pressure as regulators from the European Union, India, and the U.K. move to enforce stricter AI laws. These new frameworks require transparency in AI model training, content moderation, and the handling of user data. The European AI Act, expected to take effect in 2026, will set global standards on responsible AI use. Meanwhile, India’s IT Ministry is finalising its own AI regulatory draft focused on misinformation and ethical boundaries in generative systems. Analysts say these moves could reshape how American firms operate internationally. “Tech giants…
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Police in Tripura confiscate 84 kg of cannabis in the region of Sepahijala and begin investigating the smuggling network

Police in Tripura confiscate 84 kg of cannabis in the region of Sepahijala and begin investigating the smuggling network

In a major anti-narcotics operation, Tripura Police on Monday seized 84 kilograms of dry cannabis from a forested stretch near Durlabnarayan village in Sepahijala district. The consignment, valued at around ₹8.5 lakh, was recovered by a patrol team from Sonamura Police Station during routine surveillance in the border-adjacent area. Police officers on duty spotted two large plastic drums hidden deep inside the vegetation. On inspection, the containers were found stuffed with dry ganja, believed to have been abandoned by smugglers operating along the international border. The region has long been identified as a vulnerable route for narcotics smuggling due to…
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Dr. Bhupen Hazarika’s national prize for promoting unity via communication was given to LR Sailo

Dr. Bhupen Hazarika’s national prize for promoting unity via communication was given to LR Sailo

Veteran public relations professional and noted peace advocate LR Sailo has been awarded the Bharat Ratna Dr Bhupen Hazarika National Award 2025 for his outstanding contribution to strengthening social harmony and connecting Mizoram and the Northeast with the rest of the country. The honour, instituted by Pune-based organisation Sarhad, celebrates individuals who advance Dr Hazarika’s ideals of unity and peace through culture and communication. Sailo, widely respected as a “Messenger of Peace,” played a crucial role during Mizoram’s years of unrest, using communication as a bridge between the public and authorities. His work helped shape constructive dialogue, reduce mistrust and…
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As the Nation Celebrates, a Cricket Biopic Still Awaits Its Turn at the Crease

As the Nation Celebrates, a Cricket Biopic Still Awaits Its Turn at the Crease

The Indian women’s cricket team made history by winning their first ICC Women’s World Cup, defeating South Africa by 52 runs in the final at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Harmanpreet's team secured a historic victory, overcoming previous finals disappointments from 2005 and 2017, and achieved India's long-awaited World title, marking a significant moment for women's cricket in the country. Celebrations included former players like Jhulan Goswami and Mithali Raj, who have inspired current talents such as Kaur and Jemimiah Rodrigues Hindi cinema should produce more biopics on women cricketers, as it reflects societal changes. The film "Shabaas Mithu"…
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Samsung Wallet levels up digital payments: UPI setup at device start and PIN-free transactions for Galaxy users

Samsung Wallet levels up digital payments: UPI setup at device start and PIN-free transactions for Galaxy users

Samsung India has rolled out major upgrades to Samsung Wallet, aiming to redefine the digital payments landscape and accelerate UPI adoption across the country. The company announced that Galaxy users will now be able to onboard UPI accounts during new-device setup — a first-ever innovation by any OEM — making users payment-ready from the moment they switch on their smartphones. The platform also introduces PIN-free biometric authentication, allowing fingerprint and facial recognition to validate UPI payments, alongside expanded Tap & Pay support for FOREX and AU Bank cards. Madhur Chaturvedi, Senior Director, Services & Apps Business, Samsung India, said the…
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Turkish Airlines relaunches its Sulaymaniyah flights

Turkish Airlines relaunches its Sulaymaniyah flights

Turkish Airlines has reinstated its flights between Istanbul and Sulaymaniyah, nearly two years after suspending the route in April 2023, strengthening its footprint in Iraq and expanding international travel options for passengers. The flagship carrier, which flies to more countries than any other airline globally, now serves six destinations in Iraq — Baghdad, Basra, Erbil, Kirkuk, Najaf, and Sulaymaniyah. Beginning November 2, 2025, flights will operate four times weekly — on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays — between Istanbul Airport and Sulaymaniyah International Airport. The airline plans to scale the service to daily flights from March 27, 2026, under its…
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Samsung expands future-tech skilling drive; Yogi Adityanath felicitates 1,600 youth in Gorakhpur

Samsung expands future-tech skilling drive; Yogi Adityanath felicitates 1,600 youth in Gorakhpur

In a major boost to India’s emerging digital talent pipeline, Samsung today felicitated 1,600 students in Gorakhpur under its flagship skilling initiative, Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC). Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath presented certificates at the Yogi Baba Gambhirnath Prekshagrih Auditorium, praising the programme’s role in strengthening job-ready talent and supporting the state’s digital economy vision. Samsung announced that SIC will train 20,000 students across India in 2025 — a six-fold expansion from last year — across 10 states. Uttar Pradesh accounts for 5,000 students, nearly one-fourth of the national target. The initiative focuses on future-tech domains including Artificial Intelligence,…
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Tata Motors drives ahead with 10% sales growth in October, boosted by strong export surge

Tata Motors drives ahead with 10% sales growth in October, boosted by strong export surge

Tata Motors Limited reported a solid performance in October 2025, registering 37,530 commercial vehicle sales across domestic and international markets, marking a 10% year-on-year increase from 34,259 units in October 2024. The rise showcases steady demand across logistics, e-commerce, infrastructure and passenger transportation segments. Segment-wise, HCV trucks grew 7% to 10,737 units, ILMCV trucks rose 6% to 6,169 units, while passenger carriers recorded an impressive 12% jump to 3,184 units. The SCV cargo and pickup category registered 15,018 units, up 7%, on the back of continued urban and rural commercial activity. Total domestic sales stood at 35,108 units, up 7%…
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Vodafone Idea share price jumps 10%

Vodafone Idea share price jumps 10%

Vodafone Idea’s shares surged 10% on Monday, hitting the upper circuit at ₹9.60 on the BSE, after the Supreme Court clarified its stance on the company’s adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues. The court stated that the government is free to consider relief for Vodafone Idea regarding both additional AGR dues and a reassessment of all pending liabilities. Earlier, there was ambiguity about whether the observation applied only to the ₹9,500 crore additional dues or the total outstanding of nearly ₹80,000 crore. Meanwhile, reports suggest that U.S.-based private equity firm Tillman Global Holdings (TGH) is in advanced talks to invest $4–6…
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Arunachal CM launches multi-sector projects in Arunachal’s Dirang

Arunachal CM launches multi-sector projects in Arunachal’s Dirang

During his official visit to Dirang, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu dedicated several important infrastructure projects in the West Kameng district, including a major bridge, a sub-divisional secretariat, and improved educational facilities. In honor of his late brother and former MLA Jambey Tashi, he also dedicated the Jambey Tashi Memorial Peace Park in Chug Valley. Khandu wrote on social media that his brother's legacy of service and harmony is symbolized by the peace park. His Eminence Padma Shri Guru Tulku Rinpoche led the consecration prayers. In order to strengthen public administration, Khandu opened the recently built sub-divisional secretariat at…
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