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Eliminating language, culture & faith: Xi's repression of Uyghurs enters new phase - 0:53:34 +0530
China's Xinjiang crackdown shifts focus from camps to identity, language, and religion. Despite claims of re-education graduates, a vast network of prisons, surveillance, and boarding schools persists. Uyghur culture faces suppression through education and labor programs, sparking renewed international concern over alleged crimes against humanity.
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Kaal Bhairava goes to Europe: Why Portugal deal is gamechanger for India’s defence sector - 0:17:15 +0530
An Indian-designed autonomous combat aircraft entering the European manufacturing ecosystem is an endeavour Indian defence planners seemingly wanted for years. But beyond the symbolism lies a far bigger story involving military technology, Nato interoperability, artificial intelligence, export controls, defence geopolitics and the rapidly changing nature of modern warfare. The agreement also highlights something increasingly visible in global defence manufacturing as the military power is no longer built entirely inside geographical limits.
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Google may finally have 'advantage' as companies' AI budgets hit millions of dollars - 6:48:12 +0530
Google is promoting its Gemini 3.5 Flash model as a cost-saving alternative to expensive frontier AI systems. CEO Sundar Pichai stated that shifting 80% of AI workloads to a mix of Flash and other models could save major Google Cloud customers over $1 billion annually. This focus on affordability comes as businesses increasingly scrutinize rising AI spending.
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Mini-pigs, lab-grown organs, frozen chambers: How Putin wants to live forever - 5:42:14 +0530
Russia is investing billions in a state-backed initiative focused on longevity, exploring gene therapy, organ printing, and cryotherapy. This ambition, fueled by President Putin's personal fascination with extending life and power, aims to overcome aging. Despite bold claims, critics question the scientific validity, while Russia grapples with low life expectancy.
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Bloodbath on D-Street: Investors lose Rs 5.77 lakh cr in final hours of trade today - 9:33:11 +0530
Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn on Friday. Investor wealth saw a substantial decline of Rs 5.77 lakh crore. Benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty50, plunged sharply in the final trading hour. Concerns over a weaker monsoon outlook and geopolitical uncertainty fueled the sell-off. Broad-based selling pressure was observed across various sectors.
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Four lines that 'layoff email' from Meta Leadership has for those on H-1B visa - Thu, 28 May 2026 09:24:32 +0530
Meta has initiated another round of significant layoffs, impacting nearly 8,000 employees globally, with notifications starting in Singapore. While many are let go, over 7,000 will transition to AI initiatives. The company is providing immigration guidance and severance packages, including 16 weeks' pay plus two weeks per service year, and 18 months of COBRA coverage for affected staff.
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scripts history, becomes first player ever to... - Fri, 29 May 2026 20:07:16 +0530
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has made IPL history. He is the first player in T20 cricket to score 500 runs in the powerplay during a single tournament. This happened in IPL 2026. He achieved this milestone in a crucial qualifier match. Rajasthan Royals relied on him after early wickets. Sooryavanshi has been a standout performer all season.
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How to destroy drones electronically, without firing bullets - 0:15:44 +0530
Drones are revolutionizing warfare, with their cost-effectiveness making them ubiquitous. Counter-drone systems are evolving rapidly, increasingly relying on non-kinetic methods like lasers and EMPs to neutralize threats. Advanced detection and identification technologies, including AI and sophisticated sensors, are crucial in this escalating technological arms race.
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Amazon shuts down 'employee AI leadership board' & the reason is rising costs - 0:52:31 +0530
Amazon has reportedly deactivated an internal AI usage leaderboard after employees "tokenmaxxing" to inflate their scores, leading to increased computing costs. The move highlights growing concerns for tech companies about rising AI expenses, as Amazon shifts focus to "normalised deployments" measuring useful code creation over raw token consumption.
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How Pant’s Rs 27 crore LSG move turned into an IPL disaster in just two seasons - 7:52:07 +0530
Rishabh Pant has stepped down as Lucknow Super Giants captain after two disappointing IPL seasons. Bought for a record Rs 27 crore, Pant's tenure saw LSG finish bottom in IPL 2026, extending their playoff drought. His individual form also struggled to justify the hefty price tag, impacting his national team prospects.
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How DK Shivakumar’s school-day battles shaped him to be Karnataka’s next CM - 5:46:35 +0530
From childhood declarations of destiny to early electoral setbacks, D K Shivakumar's political journey is marked by a relentless drive to lead. Repeated denials in school only fueled his determination, teaching him to strategize and ensure victory, even from behind the scenes. This resilience and ability to absorb opponents became foundational to his rise.
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Sonakshi Sinha rents out Bandra luxury home to Kuwait Consulate: Report - 9:59:47 +0530
Sonakshi Sinha has leased out her upscale apartment in Mumbai’s Bandra West to the Consulate General of the State of Kuwait for a yearly rent of Rs 1.92 crore, property registration documents accessed by CRE Matrix revealed. The apartment has reportedly been rented for the residential use of Kuwait’s Consul General Emad Abdul Aziz Al-Kharaz along with his family members and staff. The agreement states that the monthly rent for the property is Rs 16 lakh. The lease period begins on June 7, 2026, and will continue till June 6, 2027.
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