Strong momentum to continue in Q4, says CEA Anantha Nageswaran

The strong momentum of the economy is expected to continue in fourth quarter of current financial year, chief economic advisor V Anantha Nageswaran said on Thursday and hoped the farm sector will stage a rebound in next quarter. The farm sector contracted 0.8% during Q3 of 2023-24 largely due to impact of patchy monsoon rains.

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WPL: DC brave Mandhana blitz to beat RCB by 25 runs

Delhi Capitals braved a sensational battering from Smriti Mandhana to hand a fighting Royal Challengers Bangalore a 25-run defeat in their Women's Premier League match in Bengaluru on Thursday. Mandhana fused power and grace to score 74 (43b, 10x4, 3x6) but other batters did not quite make it big as Royal Challengers, who were without indisposed star all-rounder Elysse Perry, ended up at 169 for nine. The Capitals made a challenging 194 for five as Shafali Varma mustered a 31-ball 50 after they were asked to bat first.

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Google CEO slams 'unacceptable' Gemini AI errors

Google CEO Sundar Pichai addressed bias and historical inaccuracies in the Gemini AI app's responses, admitting mistakes. Concerns include major economic upheaval, job displacement, industrial-scale disinformation, and manipulation of elections and violence. Google is working to fix the issues.

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Two-child norm for govt jobs in Rajasthan gets SC nod

The Supreme Court has approved a 'two-child norm' for public employment, barring candidates with more than two children from seeking government jobs. The court dismissed the appeal of ex-serviceman Ram Lal Jat, who had applied for a constable's post in Rajasthan Police. The decision follows a similar provision upheld by the court for candidates contesting panchayat polls.

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Indian team boycotts Thai representatives at WTO talks

A comment by Thailand's ambassador to WTO accusing India of using 'subsidised' rice for capturing the export market has created a diplomatic storm. Indian negotiators refused to participate in deliberations. The Indian govt lodged a strong protest and the issue of public stockholding remains unresolved due to the unwillingness of rich nations to discuss reducing import duties.

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RS polls: Cross-voting by SP MLAs gives BJP stunning UP win

BJP wins 8 of 10 seats in UP Rajya Sabha polls with cross-voting. BSP MLA Uma Shankar Singh supports BJP. Akhilesh Yadav threatens action against cross-voting MLAs. High-voltage drama as SP MLAs switch to saffron camp.

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150 villagers reclaim land in Sandeshkhali, 400 complaints filed

Around 150 Sandeshkhali villagers reclaim land as Bengal govt returns properties based on complaints filed with LLRD. In addition, irrigation and public health and engineering departments initiate conversion of fish farms into farmlands and seal inlets to stop saline water influx in Trimohini, Kaharpara, Patrapara, Bermajur, and Jeliakhali. Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman criticizes Bengal govt for not arresting culprits.

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CRPF, Haryana Police have taken away 5-6 Cong MLAs: Himachal CM

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Dhangri terror attack charges against 3 Pak handlers, 2 others

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed chargesheets against five accused, including three handlers of the banned terrorist organization Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) based in Pakistan. The attacks, which took place on January 1 and 2, 2023, resulted in the death of seven villagers, including two children, from a specific community. One of the children died due to an improvised explosive device (IED) left behind by the attackers.

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Trio found dead in J&K’s Chenani, probe launched

Three workers at a transmission tower in Chenani of Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district were found dead under suspicious circumstances in a tent on Monday morning. Police launched a probe to determine the cause of the deaths.

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Congress 'betrayed' people for progress of 'one family': PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Sudarshan Setu, the longest cable-stayed bridge in India, in Dwarka, Gujarat. He used the occasion to highlight the country's progress over the past decade and criticize the Congress party for their alleged betrayal of the people's trust. PM Modi emphasized the end of corruption and scams worth thousands of crores that were prevalent during the Congress era. The 2.32km bridge connects Okha with Beyt Dwarka island.

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Elderly man detained from forward area along LoC in J&K’s Rajouri

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Many NC leaders in Jammu join BJP

A senior National Congress leader, a former J&K MLC and dozens of Pahari activists joined BJP in Jammu Saturday. Prominent among them is Syed Mohd Rafiq Shah. In 2019, he had joined National Conference in 2019 after snapping ties with National Panthers Party. Pahari leader Mohd Ayub Pahalwan has also joined BJP along with his supporters.

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WPL 2024: RCB score narrow two-run win over UP Warriorz

Authoritative fifties by Richa Ghosh and S Meghana were well-supported by crafty leg-spinner Sobhana Asha as Royal Challengers Bangalore celebrated their first home WPL match with a fighting two-run win over UP Warriorz in Bengaluru on Saturday.

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SC asks Google to explain how its live location feature works

The Supreme Court has asked Google India to explain the working of Google PIN for live location. Google India, though not a party to the case, is sought for information on Google PIN's functioning. The court wants to examine if an accused can be compelled to share their live location as a condition for bail. Previously, the court sought a response from the Enforcement Directorate, which supported the bail condition in a money laundering case.

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Elon Musk says Google service alternative Xmail is ‘coming’

Elon Musk hints at X platform launching 'XMail' to rival Gmail. Some users considering the switch due to loss of trust in Gmail. Follower plans to use Gmail like Hotmail for junks. Musk's post quickly gained traction on the social media platform as people were greeted with rumours about Google’s plans to phase out Gmail.

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Supreme Court prodding triggered tweak in surrogacy law

The Supreme Court has played a crucial role in prompting the Centre to revise the surrogacy rules, allowing the use of donor gametes. Over two dozen petitioners have been granted permission to utilize donor eggs, leading to an influx of petitions from women across the country. The court has also identified an issue with Rule 7 of the Act, implemented on March 14, 2020, and has provided relief to a woman based on this finding.

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US health authority warns users about this feature in smartwatches

The US FDA warns about risks of using unauthorised smartwatches or smart rings claiming to measure blood glucose levels without piercing the skin. Inaccurate measurements can lead to errors in diabetes management and dangerous low glucose levels. The agency is cracking down on illegal marketing.

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Turkey's 5th-generation fighter jet Kaan makes maiden flight

The jet, known as Kaan and developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries with help from the UK’s BAE Systems, took off from an airstrip in capital Ankara for a flight that lasted just over 10 minutes, according to state broadcaster TRT. The flight marks a landmark moment for Turkey, where authorities have made modernizing the country’s aging air force a top priority.

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Article 370’s removal erases dynasty politics hurdles in J&K: Modi

PM Modi launched over 220 projects worth Rs 32,000 crore in J&K, broadening its prospects for development and peace. He highlighted the transformation in J&K since the removal of Article 370, focusing on education, social justice, tourism, and infrastructure boost.

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Police beef up security at Delhi borders as farmers gear up for march

The Delhi Police directed security personnel deployed at Tikri, Singhu and Ghazipur border points to stay alert and conducted mock drills on Tuesday, a day ahead of protesting farmer's proposed march towards the national capital. The move came a day after the protesting farmers rejected the Centre's proposal to buy pulses, maize and cotton crops through government agencies at minimum support price (MSP) for five years.

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Tribal outfit’s call to skip work paralyses offices in Manipur dist

Govt offices in Manipur's Churachandpur district had low attendance due to ITLF's appeal. A head constable was suspended after a viral video. A mob attacked the DC and SP office resulting in casualties. Work came to a standstill in public works, fishery, agriculture, and forest departments.

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2 children die of Measles, schools closed as infections grow in MP

In Maihar, Madhya Pradesh, 17 suspected measles cases, resulting in two deaths, have led to school closures. Measles is highly contagious and transmitted through respiratory droplets. Symptoms include fever, rash, cough, watery eyes, fatigue, and weakness. Prompt diagnosis, medical care, and MMR vaccination are essential.

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PM Modi meets CMs of BJP-ruled states ahead of LS polls

In a meeting at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed ways to strengthen the growth of BJP-ruled states. He emphasized the importance of leveraging a double engine of growth to build a developed India. Chief ministers and deputy chief ministers from these states were present. BJP national president JP Nadda also attended the meeting.

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Does a Canadian lake hold the secret to how life originated on Earth?

Life on Earth may have originated in volcanic lakes rather than in oceans, according to a study published in the journal Nature. Researchers studying Last Chance Lake in British Columbia have found evidence suggesting that ancient carbonate-rich lakes could have been the "cradle of life." This discovery challenges the widely held belief that life first emerged in the ocean.

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4 women among 10 killed in TN firecracker factory blast

An explosion at a firecracker unit in Ramuthevanpatti, Virudhunagar, caused by friction while mixing chemicals, killed 10 workers and injured 3. CM M K Stalin announced a solatium. Alangulam police are investigating. The collector plans to order permanent closure of units with violations.

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9 tech companies that have asked employees to work from office

Companies are transitioning from work-from-home to office-based work, with tech giants like TCS, Infosys, HCL Technologies, Wipro, Meta, IBM, Dell, Google and Amazon implementing policies to require employees to return to the office a minimum number of days per week. Non-compliance may have consequences, including termination and limited career advancement.

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Ashwin withdraws from third Test due to family medical emergency

India's premier off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin on Friday night withdrew from the ongoing third Test against England at the Niranjan Shah Stadium, citing a "family medical emergency." Earlier in the day, Ashwin had achieved the milestone of capturing 500 Test wickets. "Ravichandran Ashwin has withdrawn from the Test squad, effective immediately due to a family medical emergency. In these challenging times, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the team fully supports Ashwin," BCCI secretary Jay Shah said in a statement.

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IT minister's 'urgent letter' to FM on 'made-in-India' smartphones

India risks losing smartphone manufacturing to China and Vietnam due to high tariffs. The country must act now to prevent supply chain shifts and attract global supply chains by matching China's low tariffs. India's goal of $100 billion annual mobile phone production with 50% exported needs a new strategy.

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Why K'taka's oppn leader has accused Infosys of 'betrayal at its best'

Karnataka BJP MLA Arvind Bellad criticizes Infosys for acquiring land at a lower price, promising job creation but failing to deliver. He demands that the government reclaim the land.

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Sonia's emotional letter to voters hints at Priyanka Gandhi's debut

Former Congress President Sonia Gandhi wrote an emotional letter to the people of her Lok Sabha seat Rae Bareli on Thursday, a day after filing her candidacy for Rajya Sabha from Rajasthan, explaining her inability to run for election owing to health issues. The letter triggered speculation that her daughter Priyanka Gandhi Vadra could contest upcoming LS elections.

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Chavan, Nadda, Vaishnaw for RS, seven mantris not renominated

Union ministers Dharmendra Pradhan, Bhupender Yadav, Mansukhbhai Mandaviya, Parshottam Rupala, and Rajeev Chandrasekhar were not re-nominated to Rajya Sabha. Speculation is that they may be asked to contest Lok Sabha elections. BJP has released a list of candidates including Jagat Prakash Nadda.

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'Golden chapter': UAE mandir has added to Ayodhya joy, says PM Modi

"UAE has written a golden chapter in human history. A beautiful and divine temple is being inaugurated here," " stated Prime Minister Narendra Modi, complimenting the Emirate's ruler on his efforts to promote inclusion and diversity, which led to the construction of Abu Dhabi's first temple.

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Farmers, cops clash at Delhi border; govt to hold talks on Thursday

Tensions escalated on the second day of the farmers' 'Delhi Chalo' protest as clashes broke out between security personnel and farmers at various border points. Police used tear gas shells and rubber bullets to stop the farmers from entering the national capital. A team of Union ministers will hold a meeting with farmer leaders to address their demands.

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Senior Bachchan couple own assets worth Rs 1,578 crore

Jaya Amitabh Bachchan is scheduled to compete for a fifth term as Samajwadi Party MP in Rajya Sabha representing 'aadhi abadi'. She and her husband own Rs 1,578 crore collectively. Jaya owns Rs 40.97 crore worth jewelry and one sedan for Rs 9.82 lakh, Amitabh owns Rs 54.77 crore worth jewelry and 16 vehicles for Rs 17.66 crore including two Mercedes and Range Rover.

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AAP announces LS candidates for South Goa and 2 Guj seats

Congress claims Bharuch seat is emotional for them as Ahmed Patel used to contest from there. Pathak countered the claim stating that Congress hasn't won the seat in 40 years. He emphasized the need to focus on defeating the BJP and not nepotism.

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TN guv refuses to read out address to House; leaves before nat'l anthem

Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi greeted the members in Tamil and read out a couplet of Thirukkural in his address before expressing his inability to read the speech due to misleading claims. Ravi delivered a three-minute speech and then released a press release from Raj Bhavan stating that the government's traditional message "contained numerous passages with misleading claims and facts".

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No name for Pak PM yet; major pol players continue talks to form govt

Pakistan's top political leaders have yet to finalise the name of the country's new prime minister, despite negotiations lasting four days following the contentious national and provincial elections, which are widely seen as the most rigged in Pakistan's history. Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) followers, however, want to see their jailed party chief, Imran Khan, back in office.

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With rising incomes, tier 2, 3 cities driving demand for int'l education

There is increasing demand for overseas education from tier 2 cities in India due to higher incomes and improved access to information. The limited capacity of Indian education to meet this demand results in significant foreign exchange losses. The availability of post-study work visas plays a crucial role in attracting Indian students to the UK.

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Jailhouse rock: Inmate doubles up as prison 'RJ'

Every afternoon, for three hours, loudspeakers at the Byculla District Prison crackle to life, not with official pronouncements, but with the vibrant strains of music. Between Hindi film songs and an occasional English tune, a chirpy voice reminds listeners that they have tuned into the Prison Radio show.

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Google CEO Sundar Pichai starts his day by visiting this website

Google CEO Sundar Pichai has shared his unique morning routine, revealing that he doesn't begin his day with traditional news outlets like The Wall Street Journal or The New York Times.

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In Arunachal, trekkers find cave used as transit camp during WWII

A stone cave near the Arunachal-Myanmar border was discovered by trekkers during a campaign against drugs. The cave was a transit camp for Allied Forces in World War II and served as a safe shelter. The expedition was organized by the district tourism office and locals.

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Centre launches 'Venture Capital Fund' for tribal entrepreneurs

President Droupadi Murmu launched the 'Venture Capital Fund for Scheduled Tribes' at the inaugural ceremony of the tribal festival 'Aadi Mahotsav'. She emphasized the importance of tribal lifestyle in living in harmony with nature and highlighted the need to preserve traditional knowledge and use technology for sustainable development. The portal for applicants is now open

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Survival chance 22% if CPR given in a minute: Study

Administering CPR within a minute of cardiac arrest increases the chances of survival to 22%, compared to only 1% if CPR is given after 39 minutes. It also shows that a longer resuscitation period may not necessarily be more beneficial. Experts emphasize the importance of CPR training. Mohit Gupta, professor, highlights the need to train people to perform CPR.

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Nawaz Sharif claims 'victory' in Pakistan polls, what it means for India

Jailed Imran Khan party PTI-backed independent candidates seemed to have delivered a body blow to the formidable Pakistan Army and its newly minted protégé Nawaz Sharif in the National Assembly elections, as they maintained a steady lead over Sharif’s PML (N) till late in the evening. Nevertheless, Sharif declared victory, while acknowledging he didn’t have a majority, raising expectations among his supporters of his taking over as PM for the fourth time.

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12 of 29 info panels never had women commissioners: Data

Twelve out of 29 information commissions have not had a single woman commissioner since they were constituted under the Right to Information Act of 2005. The CIC and SICs of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, and Kerala returned 41% of the appeals and complaints they received without passing any orders. This raises concerns about the efficiency and effectiveness of these information commissions in addressing the grievances brought before them.

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iFlip, iFold, or both? Apple may be working on two foldable iPhones

Apple is reportedly working on prototypes of foldable iPhones and iPads. The foldable iPhone which may look like Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip series may face challenges in display design and thickness, while the foldable iPad aims to reduce the crease and improve the hinge. Launch dates for both devices vary according to different reports.

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Burglars stole demo EVM mistaking it for briefcase: Cops

A demo EVM was stolen from a strongroom in Pune’s Saswad on Monday by Shivaji Bandgar and Ajinkya Salunke. Both were remanded till Jan 12. The two arrested suspects have confessed to the crime. A third suspect seen in the footage is yet to be apprehended. Police said the three men entered the office mistaking it for an old Wada.

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Srinagar: Shopkeeper shot dead, first targeted killing of 2024

Suspected terrorists of The Resistance Force fatally shot a Sikh shopkeeper, Amritpal Singh-- dry fruit seller at Habba Kadal, in Srinagar city. The attack, carried out with an AK-47 assault rifle, also wounded his friend. This marks the first targeted killing in 2024 and the first attack on non-Kashmiris this year. A manhunt has been launched to capture the attackers.

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Google Meet Rolls Out New Feature, Will Let Hosts Pin Up to Three Tiles for All Participants

Google Meet is getting a new feature that can be particularly helpful in large meetings. Meeting hosts or co-hosts can now pin up to three specific tiles for all the meeting participants. This will enable the participants to see the same people, presentations, or items highlighted on the screen, without having to do anything at their end. Earlier, while participants could pin up to three tiles, however, they would not be reflected on anyone else's screen. All users will have the option to unpin the participants at their end.

Google Workspace announced the feature in a blog post on February 5, where it stated, “If you're a meeting host or co-host, you can now pin up to three specific tiles for all meeting participants.” These three tiles can be participants, presentations, other items, or a combination of the three. Google says this feature will be helpful in large meetings or webinars where there are a lot of users attending, and focusing on the speaker might be difficult without pinning.

While earlier, users could pin participants and presentations at their end, there was no unified approach to this. In large meetings, this could lead to confusion and some users may struggle to find the right person to pin. With this new Google Meet feature, hosts and co-hosts can take over this task and help conduct a better-focused session.

Last month, the online conferencing platform rolled out three personalisation features for users, including an interface redesign for visual effects. Google Meet Backgrounds now lets participants pick a wide variety of backgrounds including high-resolution photos, immersive photos, as well as 360-degree backgrounds. The Filters option allows participants to add accessories such as hats, or turn them into animals and more. The Appearance tab is for customizing lighting, framing, or video quality.

Google Meets also debuted Studio Lighting on the web. This feature enables adding studio-quality lighting to the participant's frame. There is an Auto option to add the effect automatically, and a Custom option that lets you make granular changes to the brightness, position and colour of the lighting. Studio sound was also added which uses AI to improve audio quality.

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Look beyond Nehru-Gandhi family, Sharmishtha tells Cong

Sharmistha Mukherjee questioned the freedom of speech in the party and urged leaders to introspect. "Freedom of speech does not only mean that you praise your leader. And the moment you criticize the party leadership, the entire ecosystem puts you in the dock. Is this freedom of expression?" she said.

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Terrorists kill 10 cops ahead of Pakistan polls

A terrorist assault targeted a police station in the Dera Ismail Khan district of Pakistan's northwest Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province on Monday morning, resulting in the tragic loss of at least 10 officers' lives and injuring six others. This incident occurred just three days prior to the national elections scheduled for February 8.

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Britain's King Charles diagnosed with cancer

Buckingham Palace issued a statement confirming the diagnosis of a form of cancer in 75-year-old King Charles of Britain. In response to this recent development, the monarch will be deferring public-facing responsibilities. This diagnosis comes after his recent three-night hospitalization last month, where he underwent a corrective procedure for an enlarged prostate. A separate health concern surfaced during that period, prompting further tests that unveiled the presence of cancer.

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Flyer files molestation complaint with Darjeeling Police

A 26-year-old Darjeeling woman, assaulted by a co-passenger on a SpiceJet flight from Kolkata to Bagdogra on January 31, lodged a complaint with Darjeeling Police on Sunday. The woman, a civil services exam aspirant, detailed in her complaint that the adjacent passenger began bothering her shortly after takeoff, poking her arm, and later engaged in inappropriate touching after the cabin crew had completed meal service.

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Nuclear power on moon: Nasa wraps up 1st phase

NASA is making strides toward its goal of establishing nuclear power on the moon by 2030. In a recent announcement, the agency stated that it is concluding the initial phase of the project, known as the Fission Surface Power Project. This endeavor holds great importance as NASA aims to establish a long-term human presence on the moon and eventually extend missions to Mars.

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Nitish keeps home ministry, deputy CM Choudhary gets finance

Approximately a week following the formation of the NDA government in Bihar on January 28th, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar allocated portfolios among the eight ministers on Saturday. He chose to retain key responsibilities including home affairs, general administration, cabinet secretariat, vigilance, and the election departments. Eight ministers, apart from the chief minister , had taken oath on Jan 28.

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Army troops spot suspicious movement along LoC, open fire

Alert Army troops responded to suspicious activity observed along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Sabra Gali area of Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, by initiating gunfire early Saturday. An official reported, "The firing occurred in a forward village in the snow-covered Mendhar region. A comprehensive search operation is currently in progress."

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British Punjabi doctor leads trial of bowel cancer vaccine

A British Indian physician, whose grandfather relocated from a Punjab village to the UK to work in a "Brylcreem" factory, is currently spearheading the inaugural global trial of a groundbreaking vaccine aimed at combating bowel cancer. Tony Dhillon, aged 53, serves as a consultant medical oncologist at the Royal Surrey NHS Hospital Trust and holds the position of senior lecturer in oncology. Born in Maidenhead, he traces his paternal roots to his grandfather who immigrated to the UK in the early 1950s from Surja village in the Jalandhar district.

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Google Maps Brings a New Generative AI Feature to Improve Discovery

Google has announced new artificial intelligence (AI) powered updates coming soon to Google Maps that aim to help users discover new places. The latest generative AI feature will give personalised recommendations based on users' specific needs. It uses large language models (LLMs) to analyse more than 250 million locations on Google Maps and contributions from over 300 million contributors to pull up suggestions on where to go. The generative AI tool in Google Maps will be rolling out this week to select Local Guides in the US.

Alphabet-owned Google, via a blog post on Friday (February 2), announced the arrival of a new generative AI feature to Google Maps. The new tool will assist users in exploring new places and provide tailor-made suggestions based on their specific needs. Using large-language models (LLMs), the new feature will analyse Maps' detailed information on more than 250 million places and trusted insights from a community of over 300 million contributors to quickly make suggestions for where to go.

Select Local Guides, who voluntarily contribute reviews, photos, answers to questions, check facts and more on Google Maps, in the US can avail of the generative AI feature this week. A wider rollout of the new capability will take place after receiving feedback from these active members of the Google Maps community.

Google has listed a few examples of the generative AI search feature in use in the official announcement post. If a user is visiting San Francisco and wants to plan a few hours of thrifting for unique vintage finds, the user can ask Maps what they're looking for, like “places with a vintage vibe in SF" and the AI models will analyse Maps' information about nearby businesses and places along with photos, ratings and reviews from the Maps community to give suggestions.

Additionally, users will see results organised into categories along with photo carousels and review summaries. The conversation can be continued with follow-up questions like “How about lunch?” and the AI feature will suggest places matching the interests of users. Google claims the AI-powered feature will help in easily discovering places and exploring the world with Maps.

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Jio AirFiber Introduces New Add-On Data Plans in India: See Price, Offers

Jio has introduced two new AirFiber add-on plans in India. Both these plans can be used over existing plans to get more data. Unveiled in India in September 2023, Jio AirFiber is an alternative to TV, DTH, and broadband services. It initially launched with six plans starting from Rs. 599. Customers could also opt for the Rs. 401 Data Booster Pack if they ran out data. Now the company has launched two new Rs. 101 and Rs. 251 Data Booster Packs. These additional plans are particularly helpful for users who have sizable data usage.

The Rs. 101 Data Booster Pack is said to offer 100GB of additional data over the existing plan at the same speed as the base plan. 'Over the existing plan' here translates to the user being able to use the additional data this pack offers, once the data available in the base plan is exhausted.

The Rs. 251 add-on plan, on the other hand, will provide 500GB of additional data over the existing plan, also at the same speed as that plan. Neither plans support voice-calling services.

Validity of these booster packs is the same as the base plan, as well. This means if you use a plan that expires on the 20th of each month and top-up with an additional data pack any day before the 20th of the next month, the booster pack will expire alongside the larger plan.

Jio AirFiber allows users to access more than 550 digital TV channels and offer subscriptions to over 16 OTT applications including Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar, JioCinema, SonyLIV, Voot Kids, Voot Select, and Zee5. Its service can be used on several devices like smartphones, PCs, smart TVs, tablets, etc. while running set-top boxes simultaneously.

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Is the iQoo Neo 7 Pro the best smartphone you can buy under Rs. 40,000 in India? We discuss the company's recently launched handset and what it has to offer on the latest episode of Orbital, the Gadgets 360 podcast. Orbital is available on Spotify, Gaana, JioSaavn, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and wherever you get your podcasts.

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Poonam Pandey's demise: Sambhavna Seth expresses shock

Poonam Pandey's team confirmed her death due to cervical cancer at the age of 32. Fans and the industry are in disbelief over the news. Sambhavna Seth, who worked with Poonam, hopes it's untrue and questions why nobody knew about her cancer.

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After a dozen orders in Gyanvapi case, district judge retires

The court verdict allows worship of Shringar Gauri and other Hindu deities inside Gyanvapi Masjid. Varanasi district judge Ajaya Krishna Vishvesha, who handled the Shringar Gauri case, issued over a dozen orders related to the disputed site. Vishvesha directed ASI to survey the Gyanvapi compound, revealing that a Hindu temple existed where the masjid stands.

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Indian student found dead in US, third incident in a week

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