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Ukraine is getting a prototype artillery shell that can strike 3 times as far as regular rounds: report

Germany is gearing up to send Ukraine prototype artillery shells that can travel 62 miles, Handelsblatt reported, triple the range of 155mm shells.

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Delhi Police Arrests 10 In Nationwide Operation Against Goldy Brar, Lawrence Bishnoi Associates

Investigations have revealed that the arrested individuals were connected through various social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and other encrypted chat applications.

A Ukrainian tank crew says the Abrams is still being used on the front lines, but isn't finding 'tank-on-tank' battles where it has the edge

The new video from Army TV, run by the Ukrainian Defense Minsitry, praised the US-made Abrams and said it's still being used on the front lines.

Kim Jong Un expresses 'firm support' for Vladimir Putin in Victory Day message

North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un has expressed "firm support and solidarity" with Russia in a congratulatory message sent to Russian President Vladimir Putin over Victory Day, state media reported Thursday.According to the Korean Central News Agency, Kim extended his "warm congratulations and comradely greetings" to Putin in the message celebrating the 79th anniversary of the Soviet Union's World War II victory over Nazi Germany.Kim touted Putin...

'Sounds insane': Elon Musk on Canada's new bill to mitigate online hate content

Elon Musk criticizes Canada's Online Harms Bill for potential police overreach on hate speech. He raises concerns about the impact on online safety measures and emphasizes the need to protect freedom of speech.

Game of Thrones actor Ian Gelder passes away at 74 of cancer

Game of Thrones actor Ian Gelder has passed away at the age of 74. The news of Gelder's demise was confirmed by his husband Ben Daniels.

Russia backs India, lambasts US for accusing New Delhi of Pannun assassination plot

Russia came out in support of India and gave a strong rebuttal to the allegations made by the United States over the foiled assassination plot against pro-Khalistani extremist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. The Russian Foreign Ministry not only rejected the American administration but also accused Washington of complicating the upcoming Lok Sabha polls.On Wednesday, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said that the United States has...

Got suspended for reporting a security incident, claims TCS employee on Reddit

A Reddit user claimed that he was suspended from TCS for reporting a security incident even when no action can be taken against whistleblower.

Who is Devinder Pal Bhullar, in jail for terror since 1995?

Bhullar was sentenced to death in 2001. His sentence was commuted in 2014, and he was moved from Tihar to Amritsar jail in 2015. He has been suffering from schizophrenia and depression.

Godrej Agrovet Q4 net profit triples, agri major declares dividend of ₹10/share

Agri-business company Godrej Agrovet Ltd on Wednesday (May 8) reported a threefold year-on-year (YoY) jump in net profit at ₹65.5 crore for the fourth quarter that ended March 31, 2024.In the corresponding quarter, Godrej Agrovet posted a net profit of ₹23.5 crore, the company said in a regulatory filing. The company's revenue from operations increased 1.9% to ₹2,134.3 crore against ₹2,095 crore in the corresponding period of FY23.At the...

Survivors rescued but dozens still trapped after a deadly building collapse in South Africa

Rescue teams searching for dozens of construction workers missing after an apartment complex collapsed in South Africa brought out more survivors Tuesday as they entered a second night of desperate work to find anyone alive in the wreckage. At least seven people have been confirmed dead.Authorities said 26 workers had now been rescued from the site where the five-story building collapsed Monday while under construction in George, about 400...

Stock market crash: Sumeet Bagadia recommends 5 breakout stocks to buy despite India VIX index rising 50% in one month

Stock market today: Sumeet Bagadia recommended five breakout stocks to buy today — Selan, Arvind, CG Power, Gillette, and Godrej Consumer Products

Six of Family Killed in Road Accident in Rajasthan's Sawai Madhopur

Six members of a family were killed and two others injured after their car was hit by a truck in Rajasthan’s Sawai Madhopur district on Sunday, police said. The accident occurred on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway near the Banas river bridge.The family was on its way to offer prayers at a Ganesh temple in Sawai Madhopur, police said.Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, deputy CM Diya Kumari and RLP leader Hanuman Beniwal have expressed grief over the...

Weather News: Delhi To Get Respite From Heat, Rain Havoc In Hyderabad, Raj Swelters At 46 Degrees

The scorching heat continues to grip parts of India as Delhi recorded a temperature of 38.2 degrees Celcius on Wednesday, slightly below the season’s average, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Meanwhile, most areas of Rajasthan are experiencing intense heat, with Barmer registering a sweltering 46 degrees Celcius. IMD issued a yellow alert for parts of Kerala until May 9 due to the possibility of heatwave conditions. Amidst...

Para-Athlete Sanjay Kanna Takes Home Top Honour At Indian Icon Awards 2024

Sanjay Kanna, a remarkable para-athlete whose journey is a testament to resilience and determination, has been awarded the prestigious Indian Icon of the Year 2024 for Excellence Contribution to Para Athlete at the Indian Icon Awards held at The Lalit Ashok, Bengaluru. Overcoming Odds: The Journey of Sanjay Kanna Born in the humble village of Periya Pudur to a family facing physical impairments and economic challenges, Sanjay Kanna's story is...

Canada minister denies report of India delaying permission for Trudeau’s plane to land in Amritsar

The Globe and Mail reported India had refused to allow PM Trudeau’s plane to land in Amritsar unless he & Sajjan, then defence minister, agreed to a meeting with Capt Amarinder Singh.

Assam 12th Result 2024: Assam Board HS results released on official website, direct link here

The Assam HS Results 2024 have been released on the official website. Check your results through the direct link given below.

Salman Khan firing case: Accused Sagar Pal and Vicky Gupta sent to judicial custody till May 27 under Special MCOCA

Mumbai Police are rigorously investigating the shooting at Salman Khan's house. Suspects Sagar Pal and Vicky Gupta transitioned to judicial custody. A Special MCOCA court extended their custody until May 27. Advocate Amit Mishra expressed dissatisfaction, implying predetermined proceedings. Salim Khan dismissed concerns about the incident. Salman Khan announced his next film, 'Sikandar,' with AR Murugadoss.

Every competition has made me a better boxer: Olympic debutant Nikhat Zareen

Nikhat, who will be making her Olympic debut in Paris, will be leading the nation’s charge alongside Tokyo Games bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain (75kg) and two other first timers — Preeti Pawar (54kg) and Parveen Hooda (57kg). So far, no Indian male boxer has qualified for Paris. The World Olympic qualifying tournament from May 25 to June 2 in Thailand will provide the last chance to pugilists to book their berth for the Olympics.

Tim Cook announces Apple’s relief efforts for Brazil floods: ‘My heart goes out to…’

Apple CEO Tim Cook announced that the company will be donating to the relief efforts on the ground.

Arjun Kapoor offers help to the 10-year old Delhi boy selling rolls after his father's death, salutes him for his courage

Arjun Kapoor offers help to a boy whose video has gone viral on the internet. Jaspreet who is from Delhi decided to take on his father's street stall of rolls, after his demise. The 'Ishaqzaade' actor lauded the 10-year old for his courage.

Apple iPad Pro M4 launched and available in India, here is everything you need to know about it

Apple has launched the new iPad Pro M4, touted as its 'thinnest Apple product ever,' with the 11-inch and 13-inch variants measuring 5.1mm and 5.3mm in thickness, respectively.

Hire-Promote-Fire: Indian techie's Tesla ride - Read post

An Indian tech professional who had worked for the company for seven years was one of the victims. She had been promoted a month earlier and was excited about moving from New Jersey to Washington, DC. Her dreams were dashed, though, when she got a "cold email" from Tesla telling her that her job was being terminated because of restructuring.

Tamil Nadu’s first ever BJP MLA, C Velayuthan, dies at 73. Modi, Nadda, Annamalai pay tributes

Chennai: The first Bharatiya Janata Party member to be elected to the Tamil Nadu legislative assembly, C. Velayuthan, passed away at his hometown in Kanyakumari district Wednesday at the age of 73. Velayuthan, who was elected to the state assembly to represent the Padmanabhapuram constituency in 1996, had been undergoing treatment for diabetes and other

Railway Stock Under Rs 500: 30% DIVIDEND per share announced - Details

Jupiter Wagons Dividend 2024 Announcement, date: Jupiter Wagons Limited has announced its consolidated net profit for the quarter ending March 31, 2024. The company has also declared final dividend for FY24. Check details.

Navin Fluorine International Q4 Results Live : profit falls by 48.39% YOY

Navin Fluorine International Q4 Results Live : Revenue decreased by 13.65% YoY & profit decreased by 48.39% YoY

Journalist Rajat Sharma files PIL in Delhi HC over deepfake videos

Journalist Rajat Sharma has taken legal action against the proliferation of deepfake videos, filing a public interest litigation (PIL) in the Delhi High Court, according to a Bar and Bench report on Wednesday, May 8.Sharma's plea urges the court to direct the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) to identify and block platforms and mobile applications facilitating the creation of deepfakes.The PIL, brought forth by the...

Simpl Lays Off Nearly 160 Employees, CEO Apologizes In Town Hall

Simpl Job Cuts: Simpl, which previously employed around 650 people, has seen its workforce fall by roughly 25 per cent in the past few months.Fintech company Simpl reportedly laid off almost 160-170 employees across various departments as the company faces high monthly cash burn and slowing user acquisition. Moneycontrol reported that the job cuts are impacting a range of roles across the company and the most impacted ones are the higher-paying...

‘Politically motivated’, says Mumbai school principal sacked for liking posts on Palestine

Parveen Shaikh, the principal of Somaiya School in Mumbai's Vidyavihar area, described her "termination" from the post as "completely illegal".

Dhanush's Raayan And Vikram's Thangalaan To Clash At The Box Office? What We Know

Since the start of the year, several Tamil films have struggled to make an impact at the box office, despite boasting prominent releases. However, the tide is expected to turn with the upcoming releases of Dhanush’s Raayan and Vikram’s Thangalaan, slated for June. Yet, recent reports hint at a potential clash as both films may hit theatres on the same date.As per a report by Pinkvilla, Raayan is scheduled for release on June 13, 2024, marking...

Homecoming: Neeraj to compete in India for first time in 3 years at Federation Cup

New Delhi, May 8 (PTI) Olympic and world champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra will compete at home for the first time in three years after confirming participation in the National Federation Cup to be held in Bhubaneswar from May 12 to 15

Police clear anti-war stir on DC campus, 33 held

WASHINGTON: Police using pepper spray cleared a pro-Palestinian tent encampment at George Washington University and arrested demonstrators Wednesday, hours after dozens marched to the home of the school's prez as city officials prepared to appear before Congress on the protest's handling. District of Columbia mayor Muriel Bowser and Metropolitan po...

Tennessee Tornado: When Will Twister Hit Clarksville, Nashville, Springfield?

The National Weather Service (NWS) on Wednesday issued tornado warnings for several areas in Tennessee, including Nashville, Clarksville and Springfield. A twister was spotted in Clarksville earlier in the day, with locals posting videos of the large funnel on social media to warn others. Middle Tennessee is the most affected area by tornadoes on Wednesday.

OpenAI developing a tool to spot deepfakes and AI-generated images- Check details

OpenAI announced the development of an AI image detection tool which will provide information about how the AI content was developed.

2024 KCON Japan: Cha Eunwoo, Red Velvet, ILLIT, NCT Wish join weekend concert lineup; check schedule, streaming details

KCON Japan 2024 flaunts a star-studded lineup of rising K-pop talents: Boynextdoor, ILLIT, TWS, etc. Three-day concert weekend at Zozo Marine Stadium.

Jammu & Kashmir: Three terrorists killed in encounter in Kulgam, 40-hour long operation concludes, says Indian Army

Three terrorists were killed in an encounter with the security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam, said Indian Army.

Microsoft layoffs: Multiple Xbox studios closed, teams consolidated as company cuts costs

Microsoft layoffs: This comes as the company undergoes significant restructuring amidst a slowdown in gaming sector.

9-year-old runs a mile in storm to get help after tornado tosses parents’ car: ‘Don’t die, I’ll be back’

"I was really, really scared," the nine-year-old told the media outlets while recollecting the day he ran through a storm to save his parents.

AstraZeneca's Covishield Showed Lowest Incidence of Side Effects in India Versus Globally, Says Top Govt Official

AstraZeneca’s vaccine has demonstrated the lowest incidence of side effects in India compared to the global average, a top government official involved in the national roll-out of Covid-19 vaccination told News18.The official, who requested anonymity, said India had reported around 80,000 adverse events from Covishield out of a staggering 180 crore doses administered. However, he said, 98 per cent of these events included mild local reactions...

Karnataka SSLC Result 2024 to be out today at 10:30 am. Direct link here

The Karnataka SSLC Result 2024 will be declared today at 10:30 am on karresults.nic.in. Here is the step-by-step guide to checking the Karnataka SSLC Result 2024 or Karnataka Class 10 results.

Joe Biden announces $3.3B investment from Microsoft for AI data center in Mount Pleasant

President Joe Biden was in Racine County Wednesday to announce a $3.3 billion investment by Microsoft to build an artificial intelligence data center on land once slated for development by Foxconn in Mount Pleasant. It’s a project that’s expected to bring 2,000 union construction jobs to the area by the end of the year as well as “provide long-term employment opportunities over the next several years,” according to a statement from Gov. Tony Evers.

Haryana CM loses majority as 3 independent MLAs pull out; government safe: BJP

Three out of five Independent MLAs, who were helping Nayab Singh Saini govt in Haryana retain its majority since JJP's exit from the coalition, withdrew support on Tuesday, giving Congress ammunition to demand its dismissal amid BJP's staunch defence of what it said was a "safe and stable" cabinet. BJP still has the backing of two Independents-Nayan Pal Rawat and Rakesh Daulatabad-and HLP legislator Gopal Kanda.

FLiRT: New Covid Variant Raises Concerns In US

A new family of COVID-19 variants, FLiRT, is spreading fast in the United States. This variant of new COVID-19 variants is from the Omicron JN.1 lineage. These are the KP.2 and KP.1.1 mutations, considered to be more infectious than the previous Omicron variants.According to the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA), KP.2-related diseases are rapidly increasing. The other FLiRT variant, KP 1.1, is also circulating in the US.Why...

WhatsApp to bring more changes to its chat filters, here is what we can expect

WhatsApp is reportedly working on enhancing its chat filter feature to help users better manage device storage, according to a recent beta update.

World's record-breaking temperature streak extends through April

Including April, the world's average temperature was the highest on record for a 12-month period - 1.61 degrees Celsius above the average in the 1850-1900 pre-industrial period.

IRAS officer slams Puma ad featuring Milind Soman jogging on railway tracks: ‘It’s treated as trespassing’

Sharing the ad on X, IRAS Rupanagudi asked the sportswear brand to put a disclaimer on the video

Hyderabad: Child among 7 killed as wall collapses amid heavy rainfall

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a ‘yellow’ alert in Telangana on Wednesday, indicating moderate to light rainfall in the state.

New PlayStation 5 Pro leak hints at 45 per cent performance increase

According to Digital Foundry, the PlayStation 5 Pro might be approximately 45 per cent faster than the PlayStation 5.

Govt seeks report from AI Express over mass flight cancellations; directs issue be ‘resolved promptly'

Air India Express, another Tata Group airline, cancels close to 80 flights due to crew unrest over new employment terms. Cabin crew reported sick en masse, affecting 40 per cent of the airline's daily schedule. Tatas, merging airlines, face challenges amid complaints from passengers. Successful merger crucial for Indian aviation growth.