Donald Trump has reportedly cancelled the Secret Service protection extended to Kamala Harris by Joe Biden, exceeding the legally mandated six months post her vice presidency. Effective September 1, 2025, Harris will no longer receive Secret Service agents or threat intelligence, just before her national book tour promoting her memoir, "107 Days".
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Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski of Britain triumphed over India's Yuki Bhambri and Michael Venus in a thrilling US Open semifinal. After dropping the first set, the British pair rallied to win 6(2)-7, 7-6(5), 6-4. Bhambri and Venus, despite a strong tournament run including impressive victories, couldn't maintain their early lead.
President Trump declared the imminent imposition of a "fairly substantial tariff" on imported computer chips during a White House dinner with tech executives. This announcement follows previous threats, including a potential 100% tariff on semiconductors from companies not investing in the US. The move comes amid a US-China trade war and competition in high-end semiconductor development, while Trump seeks a Supreme Court ruling on broader tariff legality.
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Nitish Rana addressed his on-field spat with Digvesh Rathi during the Delhi Premier League Eliminator, stating Rathi initiated the confrontation. Rana defended his aggressive response, emphasizing his upbringing taught him to stand up for himself when provoked. He highlighted his match-winning innings as a consequence of being challenged, asserting he never starts fights but always retaliates.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced major reforms for the 2026 Class 10 and 12 board exams, revamping the List of Candidates (LOC) submission process. Key changes include a two-board exam policy for Class 10, mandatory linking of APAAR IDs for Indian schools, strict data accuracy requirements, and a dedicated portal for Children with Special Needs, enhancing transparency, inclusivity, and operational efficiency.
Cricket enthusiasts will face steeper prices for IPL tickets as the government has increased GST rates from 28% to 40%, categorising IPL viewing as a luxury activity alongside casinos. This significant hike means a Rs 1,000 ticket now costs Rs 1,400, up from Rs 1,280, impacting fans across India.
Growing hostility towards the H-1B visa program in the U.S. is evolving into a politically charged attack, threatening Indian professionals' livelihoods. Rhetoric from figures like Governor DeSantis and others frames Indian workers as threats, fueling anti-immigrant sentiment and discriminatory practices. This environment creates uncertainty for Indian students and professionals seeking opportunities in the U.S. technology sector.
Amid strained bilateral ties due to Washington's tariffs, PM Modi responded to President Trump's praise, reciprocating his sentiments and highlighting the positive strategic partnership between India and the US. Trump expressed disappointment over India's oil trade with Russia and defended the imposed tariffs, despite affirming his friendship with PM Modi and acknowledging the special relationship between the two nations.
Google DeepMind's CEO, Demis Hassabis, points out a critical flaw in current AI: inconsistent performance. Despite excelling in complex tasks, these models often stumble on simple problems, revealing 'jagged' intelligence. Hassabis and OpenAI's Sam Altman agree that achieving true AGI requires advancements in reasoning, planning, memory, and independent learning, rather than just scaling existing models.