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Decoding some tough realities about AI

Chatbots, image generators, music creation tools and photo editing are just some of the use cases being redefined by artificial intelligence (AI).

Reformist leader, who was in step with history

Manmohan Singh leaves a legacy of bold economic reforms, and a leadership style marked by decency and grace.

An emblem for the India story

Manmohan Singh's life and work are entwined with post-Independence India's transformation from a poor country to a global power

Making policy for the last man in the queue

This article discusses the author's experience as governor of the Reserve Bank of India, including advice received from Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, policy differences with finance ministers, and observations on the importance of considering the impact of economic policies on ordinary people.

Prime Minister, Great Economist, A Greater Ethicist

Manmohan Singh showed that honesty could be at home in politics, and politics in honesty

Manmohan Singh, the titan who put India on fast track

The biggest myth about Manmohan Singh was that he wasn't a politician.

Bapsi Sidhwa wrote about human foibles, resilient spirit

I lost my mother, Vimla, a week ago to the day, and the news of Pakistani author Bapsi Sidhwa's death has come as an added devastation.

8 Killed, Several Injured as Bus Plunges into Drain in Punjab

Eight people died and many were injured on Friday when a private bus crashed through a railing of a bridge here and plunged into a drain a few feet below, police said.

SC raps Punjab, slaps state with contempt notice

The Supreme Court on Friday reprimanded the Punjab government for failing to shift farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been on a fast-unto-death for over a month, to a hospital despite repeated medical advice.

Single Person Could Be Behind RG Kar Case, Says Interim Report

The Multi Institutional Medical Board (MIMB) has indicated that a single person could have been responsible for the rape and murder of a junior doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, offering a counter to claims by doctors who alleged multiple perpetrators were involved.

In US, Jaishankar discusses bilateral ties, global growth

External affairs minister S Jaishankar met National Security Advisor (NSA) Jake Sullivan at the White House during which both the leaders had a wide-ranging discussion on the progress of India-US strategic partnership.

Mumbai first, suburbs second in 'good governance' report

The city has been ranked first in the Maharashtra District Good Governance Index 2024 report unveiled by chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday.

Vigilance dept seeks a PWD report on Flag Staff expenses

The Delhi government's vigilance department has asked the Public Works Department (PWD) to submit a report on the allegations of irregularities in the procurement of \"lavish items\" and fixtures, and violation of protocol in the renovation of 6, Flag Staff Road bungalow - where Arvind Kejriwal lived during his tenure as chief minister - officials aware of the development said on Thursday.

26 extreme weather events led to 3k deaths globally in '24: Report

El Niño, the climate pattern associated with extreme heat waves and weak monsoons in India, influenced many extreme events at the beginning of 2024

Union Min Apologises After His Comments on Meera Bai Stoke Row

Union law minister Arjun Ram Meghwal issued an apology after his comments about revered saint-poet Meera Bai drew flak on social media.

Farmers' Stir in Jaisalmer Enters 5th Day as Talks With Govt Fail

BARMER: The farmers' indefinite protest at the zero head of the canal in Jaisalmer entered its fifth day on Friday after no consensus was reached as multiple rounds of discussions between the farmers and officials failed.

Cold Wave Tightens Grip as Heavy Rain Lashes State, 2 Killed in Bikaner

Two people were killed in a road accident in Bikaner due to low visibility as rainfall and dense fog disrupted normal life in Rajasthan.

BSF constable dies by suicide in Jaisalmer

BARMER: A 44-year-old head constable of the Border Security Force (BSF) posted at the India-Pakistan border in the Shahgarh area in Jaisalmer died allegedly by suicide by shooting himself with his service rifle on Thursday, officials said.

With hits and misses, how the political landscape panned out for key players

This year dawned with a new BJP government led by chief minister Bhajan Lal Sharma.

Govt Announces 7-Day State Mourning After Demise of Former PM

The Rajasthan government has declared seven days of state mourning following the death of senior Congress leader and former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh.

Key 26/11 attack plotter Makki dies in Pakistan

Hafiz Abdul Rehman Makki, who was involved in the 26/11 Mumbai attack, passed away due to a heart attack, Samaa TV reported on Friday.

Visionary who led Suzuki to India, transformed auto mkt

Osamu Suzuki, an ingenious pennypincher who led Japan's Suzuki Motor for more than four decades and played a key role in turning India into a flourishing auto market, has died aged 94.

How Konstas's Father Prepared His Son For Tough Battles

If going after the much-feared Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah came naturally to Sam Konstas, it had something to do with an innocuous mistake his father committed during the teenager's childhood training.

Kohli May Face Disciplinary Action After Konstas Faceoff

Virat Kohli and Australian youngster Sam Konstas were on Thursday involved in a physical altercation that the 19-year-old home debutant played down as an accidental bump, but the incident is likely to prompt disciplinary action against the Indian superstar.

India Needed Rohit to Open, Washi's Variation at MCG

India's assistant coach Abhishek Nayar on Thursday defended axing Shubman Gill from the Boxing Day Test, saying it was in the team's best interest to not only have Rohit Sharma back to his usual opening slot but also add some sting to the attack by drafting in spin all-rounder Washington Sundar.

Erigaise Looking to Enter Candidates Via World Rapid

Grandmaster Arjun Erigaise will have to tackle obstacles to retain his chances of becoming the first Indian to enter the 2026 Candidates' tournament when he opens his campaign at the World Rapid and Blitz chess tournament here.

Haven't been disciplined enough to stick in there

Indian superstar Virat Kohli on Thursday admitted he has not been disciplined enough in his last two-three innings of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and plans to take a lot more time before going for his strokes in the remaining two Tests.

Wedding Market Gets Glitz Back as Budgets Surge

Marriages might be made in heaven, but for those on Earth, the occasion to celebrate the exchange of vows is back to being an expensive affair.

Loans, deposits surge; NPAs fall: RBI report

Indian banks' financial position has stayed robust, marked by the sustained expansion in loans and deposits, while their gross bad loan ratio has dropped to multi-year lows, a central bank report showed on Thursday.

Exporters seek ₹750 crore fund to target $25 billion US potential

Exporters on Thursday sought a fund of ₹750 crore for three years to tap $25 billion export potential in the US, aiming to seize potential opportunities that may arise as the US President-elect, Donald Trump, has threatened to impose high tariffs on Chinese goods.