Elon Musk claims xAI is attracting top engineers from Meta and Google with its "hyper merit-based" culture, not just high salaries. A report indicates xAI has hired at least 40 former Google employees since 2023, supporting Musk's claim. Despite some departures, xAI's demanding environment and ambitious mission continue to attract talent.
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Donald Trump claimed to have brokered peace between India and Pakistan ahead of his Alaska summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin. "Six or seven planes came down. They were ready to go. Maybe nuclear. We solved that," Trump said about the India-Pakistan tension. Air Chief Marshal Staff Amar Preet Singh recently said India shot down five Pakistani fighter jets and one other large aircraft during Operation Sindoor. Pakistan rejected the claim.
Narendra Modi has surpassed Indira Gandhi's record for consecutive Independence Day addresses from the Red Fort, delivering his 12th speech on Friday. Only Jawaharlal Nehru has delivered more consecutive speeches. Modi broke Manmohan Singh's record last year and in 2023, he delivered the longest Independence Day speech at 98 minutes, combining policy announcements with reflections on India’s progress.
Dr. Vece Paes, the Olympic bronze medalist in hockey, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of sportsmanship and dedication. Despite battling Parkinson's in his later years, he sought to recreate his lost Olympic medal, even borrowing one from a former teammate.
The US government released a human rights report noting abuses in India and Pakistan. The report stated India took minimal steps to combat abuses. Pakistan rarely took credible steps. The report documented instances in 2024. Rights groups fault Narendra Modi's government for its treatment of minorities. India denies discrimination and says its policies benefit everyone.
OpenAI is in discussions for a secondary share sale, potentially valuing the company at $500 billion, allowing employees to cash in on their equity amidst intense competition for AI talent. SoftBank is significantly increasing its stake in OpenAI, projecting massive revenue growth and ambitious plans to invest trillions in AI infrastructure.
Jimmy Kimmel, the American television host, recently revealed that he has obtained Italian citizenship and is contemplating a move to Europe due to his fear of President Donald Trump. He expressed his concerns about the current political climate, noting that it is worse than anticipated.
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju addressed concerns regarding the new Income Tax Bill, 2025, assuring that it integrates all amendments proposed by the select committee and accepted by the government. Rijiju emphasized that social media apprehensions are unfounded, as the bill reflects six months of diligent work and incorporates suggested changes, maintaining the original bill's essence.
Bryce James, son of LeBron James, is now in college. He joined the Arizona Men’s Basketball Team. Bryce's changed look surprised his father. LeBron welcomed his son home. He shared his excitement on Instagram. LeBron also advised Bryce to work hard. He told him to stay positive. Bryce is ready for his freshman season.