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AI governance must involve labour unions

As companies adopt AI, labour and civil society groups need to have a say to boost overall economic productivity and wages

Establish dedicated teams to specialise in anti-drone measures: Shah to CAPFs

Union home minister Amit Shah has instructed all central armed police forces (CAPFs) to establish dedicated teams to specialise in drone technology and anti-drone measures, officials familiar with the developments said on Monday.

Ram Temple sanctum sanctorum likely to be built by end of the year

The construction of the sanctum sanctorum of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya is expected to be completed by the end of the year, temple authorities said on Monday, adding that the inauguration of the grand structure may take place in January next year on a date that is yet to be finalised.

Priyanka announces 5 poll guarantees as Cong begins campaign in MP

The list of scams in Madhya Pradesh is longer than the abuses Prime Minister Narendra Modi says were used to target him, Congress national general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said on Monday as she kick-started the party's campaign for upcoming state assembly elections with an attack on the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Meitei, Kuki groups reject peace panel citing lack of consultation

A peace committee constituted by the Centre to broker amity between the warring Meitei and Kuki communities in Manipur run into rough weather on Monday after civil society organisations from both sides refused to be a part of process.

Decoding Biparjoy's rapid build-up

Just how powerful is extremely severe cyclone Biparjoy? Well, no Arabian Sea cyclone since 1982 (when satellite data started being used) has sustained at this strength for as long as Biparjoy has (126 hours). And it promises to break more records.

How a bot reignited privacy fears

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Ghazipur smoulders in year's first landfill blaze

A fire broke out at the Ghazipur landfill in east Delhi on Monday afternoon the first major blaze at one of the Capital’s three garbage mounds this year, fire officials aware of the matter said, adding that two mini robots along with 14 fire tenders were deployed at the site to control the flames.

CM: Others just talk, AAP building modern schools

Chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday inaugurated a new school building at the Government Girls’ Senior Secondary School (No. 2) in west Delhi’s Uttam Nagar, officials said.

No bike taxis in Capital for now, rules top court

The Supreme Court on Monday brought the operation of bike taxis in the Capital to a halt, staying Delhi high court orders that permitted aggregators to ply two-wheelers as taxis until the state government notifies pertinent regulations.

How NSA Sullivan is playing his part in charting India-US ties

WASHINGTON: When India’s national security advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval met his American counterpart, the 46-year old Jake Sullivan, in Washington DC in January to launch the initiative on critical and emerging technologies (ICET), Doval, 78, told Sullivan that he didn’t have much time on his side.

Development core issue for Global South: Modi at G20

A G20 development ministers’ meeting on Monday was unable to agree on a consensus outcome document because of differences over the Ukraine crisis, even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi sought collective action to implement the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and to ensure no one is left behind.

CoWIN vaccine database in the eye of a leak storm

Sensitive personal information, including details of identity documents such as Aadhaar and passports, of those who took or signed up for Covid-19 vaccines was freely accessible for an unknown duration, according to reports and screenshots shared by those who found the illicit service on Monday, prompting criticism from experts and Opposition leaders even as the government denied a breach had taken place.

Retail inflation down to 25-month low 4.25%

A lower-than-expected inflation in May and higher than expected industrial growth in April has, once again, underlined a Goldilocks economic environment for the Indian economy characterised by steady growth and low inflation.

'ANAYA'S PRESENCE IN MY LIFE DOES NOT MEAN ΑΝ END TO MY CAREER'

While her newborn is her priority at the moment, Neha Marda assures she will be back to work soon

Dimple: My daughters pushed me to go out there and work

Dimple Kapadia may come across as self-assured, but the actor says her mind is often clouded.

Another tame end to ICC title quest

India's slim hopes at The Oval on Day 5 of WTC final vanish once Kohli and Jadeja fall early, allowing an easy win for Australia

Slam dance: Incredible Novak ends GOAT debate

Many congrats on this amazing achievement. 23 is a number that just a few years back was impossible to think of, and you made it! Enjoy it with your family and team!

Small-, mid-caps may have more steam left

Small- and mid-cap stocks have roared back thanks to better corporate performance and attractive valuations, with their respective sectoral indices touching new records last week. What's more, analysts expect these stocks to maintain their momentum as well.

Make ABHA IDs for policy seekers: Irdai to insurers

India's insurance regulator has directed insurers to create Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) IDs, the 14-digit unique identifiers to be issued to all citizens, for both new insurance seekers and existing policyholders.

NaBFID plans to offer takeout financing for infra projects

Infrastructure lender gives 30-yr loans; will aid banks' early exit

China operating intelligence unit in Cuba for years: White House

\"This is well-documented in the intelligence record,\" the official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said in confirming China's intelligence presence.

Trump blasts indictment as 'ridiculous' and 'baseless'

In the face of inquiry, Trump has tried to delegitimise law enforcement officials and portray himself and his nationwide supporters as victims

Heavy rainfall kills 34, injures at least 110 in northwest Pakistan

Torrential rains coupled with strong winds and thunderstorms have killed at least 34 people and injured over 100 others in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in northwest Pakistan.

Will report to Ajit at state level, says Sule

Supriya Sule, one of the two new working presidents of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) along with Praful Patel, will report to her cousin Ajit Pawar in Maharashtra, and to her father Sharad Pawar at the national level, she said on Sunday, also hinting that Ajit Pawar could be her party's chief ministerial face in the assembly elections next year.

Won't back down on my promises to people: Pilot

Congress leader Sachin Pilot on Sunday said he will continue to raise his voice against \"injustice\" and \"not go back\" on the promises he made to the people, especially on corruption, as their trust is the \"biggest asset\" for him.

'Key mantra of Yoga Day is public participation'

INTERVIEW - SARBANANDA SONOWAL, AYUSH MINISTER

Construction of bypass road reignites protest in Joshimath

Residents and traders of Joshimath in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district opposing the construction of the Helang-Marwari bypass road took out a protest march on Sunday under the banner of Prantiya Udyog Vyapar Mandal.

Canadian Oppn calls tableau 'despicable'

Canada's principal opposition party has condemned the \"despicable display\" of a tableau depicting the assassination of former Indian prime minister Indira Gandhi during a procession in Brampton city, and said it is \"unacceptable to celebrate\" such killings.

Gujarat braces as Biparjoy nears

Biparjoy has intensified into extremely severe cyclonic storm and is likely to cross Saurashtra, Kutch and neighbouring Pakistan on June 15, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Sunday.