Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has highlighted Huawei's growing influence in AI, describing it as a significant technology company in China, despite US trade restrictions. Huang also criticized US measures against Huawei and denied involvement in a potential consortium to invest in Intel, addressing speculation from a recent report.
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The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) released a parody video titled 'BJP's Got Latent' targeting BJP leaders, in response to BJP's parody 'Delhi's Got Latent' ahead of Delhi elections. Highlighting controversial remarks from BJP leaders, AAP's video parodies BJP politicians. Both parties are engaging in satirical campaigns as the February 5 elections approach, with vote counting on February 8.
Infosys will initiate annual pay hikes from February. Employees at job level five will see increases effective January 1, while those at job level six and above will receive raises in April. The previous hike, effective November 2023, follows a break in 2022. The company is expected to benefit from the rupee's fall despite seasonal revenue softness.
Chennai Super Kings faced another setback in IPL 2025, suffering their fifth consecutive defeat and recording their lowest-ever total at Chepauk against Kolkata Knight Riders. Despite the return of MS Dhoni as captain, CSK's batting faltered against KKR's spin attack.
India's Arjun Erigaisi faced his third defeat in the Tata Steel Chess Tournament 2025, while Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu leads the Masters with 3.5 points. Pentala Harikrishna secured a win, and Fabiano Caruana and Anish Giri drew their game. In the Challengers section, Vaishali Rameshbabu claimed victory. Miaoyi Lu shares the top spot after a draw.
Speculation about a potential reconciliation between Raj Thackeray and Uddhav Thackeray has resurfaced, with both expressing a willingness to unite for Maharashtra's benefit. Raj emphasized the need for mutual desire, while Uddhav stressed the importance of a commitment against supporting the BJP. Political figures have weighed in, with varying degrees of interest and caution regarding the possibility of a reunion.
Hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh, leading India to Olympic bronze, is nominated for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award, alongside Paralympics gold medalist Praveen Kumar. Surprisingly, double-medal winning shooter Manu Bhaker's name is missing. Thirty athletes, including wrestler Aman Sehrawat and shooters Swapnil Kusale and Sarabjot Singh, are nominated for the Arjuna award.
In the 87th Tata Steel Chess Tournament 2025, R Praggnanandhaa won his sixth game, Arjun Erigaisi secured his first victory, and Gukesh settled for a draw. Highlights included Praggnanandhaa's win over Alexey Sarana and Abdusattorov's defeat by Erigaisi. Key draws were achieved by Leon Luke Mendonca and Pentala Harikrishna. Gukesh leads the standings with Praggnanandhaa.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley's MVP candidacy hinges on breaking Eric Dickerson's single-season rushing record, according to former teammate Jason Kelce. Barkley's remarkable 1688-yard season needs a final push to surpass Dickerson's 2105 yards. While leading the league in rushing, Barkley faces stiff competition from quarterbacks Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson.