Elon Musk's xAI is set to unveil Grok 3 on Monday, claimed as the smartest AI on Earth after outperforming other models in testing. Grok 3, developed with significant computational resources, promises faster and more accurate capabilities. The launch follows recent success from competitor DeepSeek.
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India is set to finalize a significant Rs 63,887 crore deal with France on Monday for 26 Rafale-Marine fighter jets, primarily for the INS Vikrant. The agreement, encompassing 22 single-seat and four twin-seat Rafale-M jets, includes weapons, training, and maintenance support.
Elon Musk has issued a directive for federal employees to report their weekly productivity via email, following President Donald Trump's orders. Non-compliance will be considered as resignation. The move aims to enhance government efficiency, but has faced criticism from the American Federation of Government Employees for being disrespectful and harsh.
Desun Hospital in Kolkata has added a rooftop helipad to airlift critical patients faster. This will help transport patients from remote areas and neighboring states directly to the hospital. Other city hospitals support the initiative, highlighting its potential to improve emergency care in the region. The new helipad could make patient transfers quicker and more efficient.
Spin-bowling all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin's sudden retirement from international cricket in the middle of the Test series in Australia has sparked debate. Former Pakistan player Basit Ali believes if Virat Kohli was India captain, he would have persuaded Ashwin to delay the announcement until after the Border Gavaskar Trophy, citing India needing his services in the Sydney Test.
Following strikes and counter-strikes, J&K, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Gujarat heightened border security with Pakistan, imposing blackouts and curfews. Schools and colleges shut down across J&K, while Rajasthan adjusted blackout timings and sealed its border. Punjab ordered lights out indefinitely, and drone attacks were reported and neutralized, escalating tensions and prompting safety measures.
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court overturned a trial court's acquittal of a man for sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl 32 years ago. The apex court upheld a Gujarat High Court ruling, sentencing the now 54-year-old convict to 10 years in prison. The SC criticized the initial acquittal, highlighting the overwhelming evidence against the accused.
Playback singer Kalpana Raghavendar was found unconscious in her Hyderabad home, leading to hospitalization. She clarified that the incident was an accidental overdose of insomnia medication due to stress from a disagreement with her daughter over education. Kalpana attempted to sleep by consuming multiple tablets but lost consciousness instead. Her husband, unable to reach her, sought help, leading to her rescue. Kalpana's daughter dismissed suicide rumors, assuring the family's well-being.... Expand
In Sidhi, a man named Arman Khan was arrested after he confessed to digging up the grave of his sister-in-law, Shafirunnisha, over a month after her burial, claiming he saw her in dreams. The incident was reported by Amanat Khan, the deceased's husband. Police took action against Arman for hurting sentiments and violating prohibitory orders.
The Indian cricket team has been awarded a cash reward of Rs 58 crore by the BCCI for their triumph in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The team maintained an unbeaten record, defeating New Zealand in the final, besides group-stage wins over Bangladesh, Pakistan and New Zealand, followed by a win over Australia in the semifinal.