Elon Musk reacted to claims that Facebook's acquisition of Onavo, a VPN app, allowed the social media giant to secretly collect data from over 33 million users. This data was allegedly used to monitor competitors like Snapchat, influencing Facebook's subsequent acquisitions, including WhatsApp and the creation of Instagram Stories feature.
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Donald Trump's trade deals signal a new normal with base tariffs around 10-20%, impacting nations like Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines, and Japan. An India-US trade deal remains elusive due to disagreements on agriculture and dairy, with potential tariffs expected to be above 10%.
Elon Musk refuted claims about having loans against his Tesla shares and voiced concerns about potentially losing control of the company. He highlighted the tax implications of exercising stock options and the limited increase in voting control. Musk fears that reduced control could allow activist investors to compromise public safety in Tesla's AI and robotics projects.
Former Bihar CM Rabri Devi has alleged that there have been four attempts to assassinate her son, Tejashwi Prasad Yadav, blaming BJP-JD(U) members. She claims these attempts occurred on the road and conspiracies are still being hatched in Patna. These allegations follow recent incidents involving Tejashwi's security, including a speeding car, a drone crash, and a truck hitting his convoy.
The Supreme Court, addressing the alarming rise in student suicides due to academic pressure, has mandated mental health safeguards in all educational institutions, including coaching centers. The directive includes appointing counselors, avoiding performance-based batch segregation, and providing mandatory mental health training for staff. The court lamented the education system's focus on rankings over holistic development.
Indian alcohol companies are unhappy with the UK trade policies. They allege unfair trade practices. UK's norms create barriers for Indian brands. These norms impact sales. Confederation of Indian Alcoholic Beverage Companies seeks government intervention. They want fair access to the UK market. The goal is to achieve $1 billion in exports by 2030.
Microsoft has stopped naming its competitors, such as Apple and Google, in its latest annual report, ending a nearly 30-year practice. The company now broadly describes the competitive landscape, citing the fast-moving nature of the markets. While executives still monitor rivals, this shift breaks from peers like Apple and Meta, who continue to name competitors.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced in Lok Sabha that security forces neutralized three terrorists involved in the Pahalgam attack during Operation Mahadev. The terrorists, identified as Suleman, Afghan, and Jibran, were A-category members of Lashkar-e-Taiba. Investigation involved questioning over a thousand individuals, creating composite sketches, and detaining those who provided food and shelter to the terrorists.
Ahead of the fourth Test in Manchester, India grapples with injuries, forcing potential lineup changes with Anshul Kamboj possibly debuting. Captain Shubman Gill expresses confidence despite the setbacks, while England enjoys stability, making only a single change. The overcast conditions and covered pitch at Old Trafford raise expectations for a bowler-friendly match, influencing team selection strategies.
The United States has expressed reservations to India regarding the UN 2-state conference, deeming it counterproductive to ending the Gaza conflict and securing hostage releases. Despite US urging, India is participating, seeking constructive engagement towards a 2-state solution. India balances its ties with Israel and its support for the Palestinian cause, advocating for a negotiated resolution.
Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra stated that corporates will not be allowed banking licenses. The monetary policy committee retains flexibility on interest rates. Future rate decisions will depend on inflation and growth outlook. There is no plan to revise the 26% limit on promoter shareholding in private banks. RBI supports diversified ownership. The ultimate responsibility for a bank's operations lies with its board.