Google suspended 2.9 million advertiser accounts and removed 247.4 million ads in India in 2024 due to policy violations. Globally, over 39.2 million accounts were suspended and 5.1 billion ads were taken down. The company implemented over 50 improvements to its LLMs and suspended 700,000 accounts, leading to a 90% drop in scam ad reports.
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman highlighted a viral trend of AI-generated Studio Ghibli-style art featuring Prime Minister Modi. The Indian government's participation showcased key moments of Modi's tenure. Amid high demand for the tool, OpenAI has temporarily limited rates, and there is speculation about OpenAI expanding in India.
Sunil Gavaskar criticized Shubman Gill's shot selection during the Brisbane Test, advising him to avoid risky shots early in his innings. Gavaskar also suggested Virat Kohli emulate Sachin Tendulkar's patient approach in Sydney, especially by resisting cover drives, to overcome his struggles against deliveries outside off-stump. India ended Day 3 trailing by 394 runs.
Kapil Dev emphasized the futility of comparing players from different eras, highlighting disparities between his playing days and modern cricket. As workload debates arose surrounding Jasprit Bumrah's injuries, Kapil's former teammate Balwinder Sandhu had dismissed the concept of workload management, noting they frequently bowled extensive spells during their careers.
The Union home ministry permitted the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to prosecute Manish Sisodia and Arvind Kejriwal under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) for their alleged involvement in the Delhi liquor scam. Kejriwal argued that the trial's authorization was invalid without specific sanction for PMLA prosecution.
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Ravichandran Ashwin addressed his retirement from international cricket, stating that a farewell game wasn't necessary. He retired after the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, feeling his creativity on the field had ended. Ashwin emphasised the importance of ending his career on his terms and expressed his intention to continue playing cricket elsewhere.
Supreme Court granted Punjab government three more days to hospitalise fasting farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, with no consideration for involving the Centre. The state's plea was based on ongoing negotiations with the farmers, and security measures have been intensified around the protest site.
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