NEW DELHI: (Feb 18) IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Wednesday said India is focused on practical applications of AI, including enterprise productivity, and solutions for population-scale challenges such as healthcare, agriculture, and climate change. Speaking at a research symposium at the AI Impact Summit, the minister also expressed happiness over the strong participation and optimism… Continue reading India focused on practical applications of AI to solve population-scale challenges: Vaishnaw
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Google releases ‘Ring of Fire’ animation for first solar eclipse of 2026
California [US], February 17 : As the first solar eclipse of 2026 unfolds today, February 17, Google has introduced a special interactive animation on its Search page to mark the annular “Ring of Fire” event, allowing users worldwide to experience the celestial phenomenon virtually. The tech giant has rolled out a dynamic visual feature that… Continue reading Google releases ‘Ring of Fire’ animation for first solar eclipse of 2026
“Have nothing to hide, nothing to do with Jeffrey Epstein”: Trump rubbishes links with Epstein
Washington DC [US], February 17 : US President Donald Trump yet again brushed away claims of being associated with pedophile Jeffrey Epstein and said that he has been “exonerated”. In a press gaggle on Air Force One, when asked about Epstein, Trump said, “I have nothing to hide. I’ve been exonerated. I have nothing to… Continue reading “Have nothing to hide, nothing to do with Jeffrey Epstein”: Trump rubbishes links with Epstein
“I feel very sad…”: Taapsee Pannu reacts to NEET aspirant’s death in Patna, says society has ‘normalised’ such tragedies
Patna (Bihar) [India], February 17 : Actor Taapsee Pannu has expressed deep sorrow over the recent death of a NEET aspirant in Patna, saying such incidents have become distressingly common across the country. Reacting to the case, Taapsee said, “There would have been 79 more such cases on that day, not just here but across… Continue reading “I feel very sad…”: Taapsee Pannu reacts to NEET aspirant’s death in Patna, says society has ‘normalised’ such tragedies
Pillai University inaugurated in Navi Mumbai on February 10
Navi Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 17 : Pillai University, Navi Mumbai, promoted by the Mahatma Education Society (MES), was formally inaugurated on Tuesday, February 10, at the Dr. K. M. Vasudevan Pillai Campus, Sector 16, New Panvel. The landmark occasion marked a historic milestone in Maharashtra’s higher education landscape and was attended by senior leaders… Continue reading Pillai University inaugurated in Navi Mumbai on February 10
Fit-again Pratika added to Indian squad for Oz ODI series
NEW DELHI: (Feb 17) Having recuperated from an ankle injury, batter Pratika Rawal was on Tuesday added to India’s women’s cricket squad for a three-match ODI series against Australia beginning February 24 in Brisbane. Rawal picked up the injury during the World Cup last year while fielding during a game against Bangladesh. She was replaced… Continue reading Fit-again Pratika added to Indian squad for Oz ODI series
‘Khamosh’ no longer: Shatrughan Sinha seeks protection of personality rights, moves HC
MUMBAI: (Feb 16) Veteran actor and Lok Sabha MP Shatrughan Sinha has moved the Bombay High Court seeking protection of his personality rights, including his iconic dialogue “Khamosh” (silence). A bench of Justice Sharmila Deshmukh on Monday heard the actor’s plea and reserved its order on the interim relief sought by Sinha against websites and… Continue reading ‘Khamosh’ no longer: Shatrughan Sinha seeks protection of personality rights, moves HC
B’desh no longer a ‘submissive country’: Yunus in farewell address
DHAKA: (Feb 16) Outgoing interim government chief Muhammad Yunus on Monday said his 18-month rule restored three core pillars of Bangladesh’s external engagement – “sovereignty, national interests, and dignity”, and it is no longer a “submissive” nation. In his farewell address to the nation, Yunus said that at the end of his regime’s rule, “Today’s… Continue reading B’desh no longer a ‘submissive country’: Yunus in farewell address
Intermittent fasting doesn’t have an edge for weight loss, but might still work for some
SYDNEY: (Feb 17) Intermittent fasting has become a buzzword in nutrition circles, with many people looking to it as a way to lose weight or improve their health. But new research from the Cochrane Collaboration shows intermittent fasting is no more effective for weight loss than receiving traditional dietary advice or even doing nothing at… Continue reading Intermittent fasting doesn’t have an edge for weight loss, but might still work for some
Leslee Lewis and Rupali Suri Inaugurate Vaman Pai’s Nature Scapes at Suan Artland
SUAN ARTLAND GALLERY PRESENTED NATURE SCAPES: a solo exhibition of recent works by artist Vaman Pai, with a preview at its Kala Ghoda gallery space in Mumbai. The exhibition was inaugurated by legendary singer–performer–composer Leslee Lewis and actress, supermodel, and Miss India Tourism runner-up Rupali Suri, who added grace and artistic spirit to the opening… Continue reading Leslee Lewis and Rupali Suri Inaugurate Vaman Pai’s Nature Scapes at Suan Artland