Google has acquired top AI coding talent from Windsurf, including CEO Varun Mohan and co-founder Douglas Chen, for its DeepMind division in a $2.4 billion deal. This move comes after OpenAI's acquisition attempt failed due to Microsoft's IP access demands. Google gains non-exclusive licensing rights to Windsurf's AI coding technology, strengthening its position in the competitive AI-powered software development market.
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Colin Kaepernick, now 37, declares his readiness to return to the NFL after an eight-year absence. Despite last playing in 2017, he maintains a rigorous training schedule and believes he can still be a starting quarterback. Kaepernick awaits an opportunity, remaining optimistic that the right team will call, even after years away from the game.
India and Australia are engaged in discussions regarding rare earth minerals, prompted by global concerns over potential supply shortages due to China's export restrictions. These talks extend to copper, with interest from both private and public sectors in India, particularly given existing smelter capacity and investments. China's dominance in magnet processing significantly impacts India's automotive and white goods industries.
Indian cricketer Yash Dayal faces serious allegations from a Ghaziabad woman, including sexual exploitation, physical violence, and cheating under false pretenses of marriage. Booked under Section 69 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Dayal is accused of a five-year-long deception. The complainant claims Dayal introduced her to his family, deepening her trust, before subjecting her to abuse and financial exploitation.
Harvinder Singh dominated the Beijing 2025 Asian Para Archery Championships, securing two gold medals and leading India to second place overall. He set a new competition record in the recurve men's qualifying round. India concluded the competition with a total of nine medals, including three gold, three silver, and three bronze, showcasing a strong performance against top competitors like China.
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