The White House has reportedly directed the General Services Administration (GSA) to expedite the addition of Elon Musk's xAI and its Grok chatbot to the list of approved vendors for government use. This directive follows a previously scuttled partnership due to Grok's controversial antisemitic content generation.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's impressive 7.8% GDP growth, achieved amidst global economic concerns fueled by what he termed "economic selfishness," a likely reference to US trade policies. This statement comes after the US imposed significant tariffs on Indian exports and targeted India's Russian oil purchases, escalating trade tensions between the two nations.
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A recent LinkedIn survey reveals that professionals worldwide trust human connections over AI for advice and decision-making. The study, involving over 19,000 professionals, highlights that networks accelerate decision-making and boost confidence. Despite AI's growth, professionals value the nuanced judgment and empathy that human relationships provide, making them irreplaceable in the modern workplace.
Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor's 'Param Sundari' has grossed over Rs 50 crore worldwide in its first six days, marking a significant milestone for both actors. The romantic comedy, directed by Tushar Jalota, saw a midweek slowdown after a strong opening, but faces competition from 'Baaghi 4' which is releasing soon.
Delhi University (DU) continues its dominance in the NIRF 2025 rankings, securing top positions with 32 colleges on the list. Hindu College and Miranda House retain their top spots, while DU achieves its best-ever fifth position among universities. Other Delhi institutions like JNU and Jamia Millia Islamia also shine, with AIIMS Delhi leading in medical and dental categories.
Verily, Google's life sciences division, is undergoing another round of layoffs as part of a strategic restructuring. CEO Stephen Gillett announced the workforce reductions in a memo, emphasizing a shift towards core priorities like precision health, data, and AI. The company is winding down its Devices program, impacting employees who contributed to medical device innovations.
Manoj Tiwary, the former Indian cricketer, has ignited controversy by advocating for India to boycott their Asia Cup match against Pakistan, scheduled in Dubai on September 14. His call follows the recent terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, which resulted in the deaths of 26 people due to Pakistan-backed terrorism.
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