Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff announced a significant reduction of 4,000 customer support positions, a 45% decrease, as AI agents now handle 50% of customer interactions. This shift contrasts with Benioff's July statements, where he downplayed AI's potential for mass unemployment. The company is also utilizing AI to address a backlog of over 100 million uncalled sales leads.
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White House reports Donald Trump's reaction to Russia's Kyiv strikes. He was not happy but not surprised. The strikes resulted in casualties and hit civilian targets. Karoline Leavitt mentioned Ukraine's recent actions against Russian oil refineries. Trump wants a negotiated resolution. Keith Kellogg warned the attacks could hinder peace efforts. The administration claims ongoing diplomatic efforts to end the conflict.
In a shocking incident in Kalaburagi's Melakunda (B) village, 18-year-old Kavita Kollura was murdered by her father and relatives for her intercaste relationship. The crime, which occurred four days prior, came to light on Saturday. Police are currently searching for the accused, who fled after the heinous act, fueled by long-standing caste enmity.
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In a joint operation with Jammu and Kashmir Police, the Indian Army successfully thwarted an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control in the Gurez sector. Alert troops spotted and challenged the intruders, leading to a fierce exchange of fire. The operation, codenamed Naushera Nar IV, resulted in the neutralization of two terrorists, with the anti-terror operation still in progress.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at AAP leader Saurabh Bhardwaj's residence and other locations concerning a money laundering investigation tied to an alleged hospital construction scam in Delhi. Bhardwaj, a former Delhi minister, is under scrutiny following an earlier case registered by the Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB). Simultaneous raids were carried out at 12 premises linked to the case.
Rahul Gandhi's 'Voter Adhikar Yatra' concluded in Patna, signaling Congress's resurgence in Bihar after nearly three decades. The yatra, a united opposition show, highlighted Congress's assertive strategy, potentially unsettling its alliance with RJD. While Tejashwi Yadav symbolically positioned himself as the 'charioteer,' Congress avoided endorsing any CM candidate, focusing on grassroots revival and seat-sharing negotiations, hinting at future political dynamics.
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