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How a wider Iran-Israel conflict can threaten India
Israel, Iran conflict: Recent attacks between Israel and Iran have heightened fears of a larger regional conflict. India is closely monitoring the situation for potential economic repercussions. Rising crude oil prices and trade disruptions are major concerns. The Indian government is urged to diversify energy sources and maintain strategic oil reserves. Several sectors, including aviation, paints, and pharmaceuticals, could face challenges.
“No Kings” protests: A nationwide rebuke to Trump’s parade
Washington, D.C. is bracing for President Trump's military parade on June 14, coinciding with the Army's 250th anniversary and his birthday. This event has sparked a nationwide protest, the "No Kings" mobilization, against perceived authoritarian tendencies. The parade will feature military hardware and demonstrations, while protesters plan rallies across all 50 states, raising concerns about politicization and security.
Can the Trump-Musk fallout be a blessing in disguise for Jeff Bezos? What the billionaire rift might mean for the space race
A fiery feud between President Trump and Elon Musk may reshape America’s space alliances. Amid threats to SpaceX’s federal contracts, NASA and Pentagon are exploring alternatives—putting Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin in the spotlight. With improved political ties and an ambitious space agenda, Bezos stands poised to turn Musk’s loss into his most strategic gain yet.
Sundar Pichai answers who would be next Google CEO
Sundar Pichai envisions AI as a crucial 'companion' for future Google leadership, emphasising the importance of responsible technology development. Despite AI advancements, Alphabet plans to continue expanding its engineering workforce through 2026, recognizing the enduring value of human talent. While AI enhances productivity, human intervention remains essential due to the technology's limitations.
Google’s parent Alphabet to keep hiring engineers despite AI advances: Sundar Pichai
Sundar Pichai affirmed Alphabet Inc.'s commitment to expanding its engineering workforce through 2026, emphasising the enduring importance of human talent alongside increasing AI investments. Despite industry-wide layoffs driven by AI advancements, Google plans to grow its engineering base to leverage emerging opportunities. Pichai also addressed concerns about AI's impact on publishers, reiterating Google's dedication to directing traffic to websites.
OnlyFans too X-rated for buyers? Billionaire owner Leonid Radvinsky struggles to sell adult content platform
OnlyFans owner is reportedly seeking a buyer for the platform, which surged in popularity during the pandemic. Despite Radvinsky's substantial earnings from the site, its explicit content focus is proving to be a hurdle in finding a suitable buyer, even with a multi-billion dollar valuation. Potential investors are wary of the adult-oriented reputation.
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National security white paper marks China’s push for global order on its terms
China's white paper on national security reveals a focus on the CCP's survival and ideology, despite claims of prioritizing "people's security." The document outlines a holistic approach, encompassing diverse domains under CCP authority, while promoting a Global Security Initiative. It emphasizes sovereignty and development interests, particularly concerning Taiwan, amidst paradoxes in its foreign policy.
Numerology Horoscope Today – 16th May 2025: A Day of Emotional Maturity and Purposeful Grace
Today's date reduces to the spiritual number 8, carrying the vibrations of inner power, karmic balance, and truth. Venus as Friday ruler calls for beauty, comfort, and value-based choices, and the Scorpio Moon heightens emotional awareness. Together, they provide us with an empowering day to turn inward, renew, and make good choices around love and money. Excellent day to problem-solve, forgive emotional debt, and act from inner peace.
Elon Musk lays groundwork for big donor role in midterm elections as time with DOGE ends
Elon Musk is reportedly scaling back his White House role to focus on becoming a major Republican megadonor for the upcoming midterm elections. Despite facing public disapproval and controversies surrounding his companies, Musk intends to remain an influential advisor to Trump while investing heavily in Republican candidates.
Foxconn heads north; Influencers under check
Foxconn plans to establish a new manufacturing facility in Uttar Pradesh. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
No more SpaceX! How Elon Musk's DOGE and Trump administration are pushing space startups towards funding crunch?
Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency and the Donald Trump administration have been delaying or cancelling contracts across its agencies to curb federal spending, as per a report.
Tariffs pause to offer Indian businesses advantage where it directly competes with China: GTRI
The US administration's temporary pause on reciprocal tariffs offers Indian businesses a competitive edge, particularly in sectors like textiles and electronics, where they directly rival China. For 90 days, Indian imports face a flat 10% duty, significantly lower than proposed punitive rates, while Chinese goods bear 125% tariffs. Experts suggest India leverage this window to strengthen its export ecosystem.
Space startups face uncertainty as US cuts federal spending, report says
Space startups - which garnered $2.1 billion in investments in the first quarter - have largely relied on government contracts over the past few years as geopolitical tensions escalate, causing a surge in demand for data, imaging and analytics from satellites.
Sensex tanks over 500 points, Nifty below 23,200 on Trump's tariff jitters
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, opened lower following the imposition of a 26% reciprocal tariff on Indian imports by US President Donald Trump. All major sectors declined, except for the pharma sector, with top IT firms like HCL Tech, Infosys, and TCS among the biggest losers.
Dholera chips in to make expats feel at home
Dholera, India’s first semiconductor hub, is developing a "Global Tent City" for expats, featuring international food streets, cultural shows, shopping, and recreational facilities to cater to global talent and make them feel at home.
Mumbai or London or Abu Dhabi? Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant's wedding venue of remains a mystery
The Ambanis hosted an extravagant pre-wedding celebration for Anant and Radhika, spanning three opulent days. The guest list included luminaries from both showbiz and corporate worlds, featuring Aamir, Shah Rukh, and Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, along with notable figures like Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, and his wife Priscilla Chan, among others.
Vashu Bhagnani’s Pooja Entertainment buys virtual land in metaverse
Globally, Paris Hilton and Snoop Dogg have been among the few celebrities who have bought virtual space in the metaverse.
Namaste, London! Ambanis set to move to Buckinghamshire mansion which has 49 bedrooms & mini hospital, says report
The Ambanis are planning to shift base to the 300-acre property in London's Stoke Park.
Is the stock market closed today?
On Thursday, the benchmark equity indices closed flat for another day after a lacklustre trading session. Media stocks were in demand, while bank and financial stocks saw selling pressure. Global cues were also mixed.
Missile fired off Turkey's Black Sea coast where S-400 defence systems were tested
Tests of the S-400s, if verified, could stoke tensions between Turkey and the United States, which sharply opposed Ankara's purchase of the weapons from Moscow on grounds they compromise shared NATO defence systems.
China attempting to militarise space as it seeks to modernise its military power
China is the country that conducted the greatest number of space launches in 2018 and 2019, and this year it has already launched 22 space vehicles out of a planned 40. What China does not admit to is that its ambitious space programme is under the control of the People's Liberation Army (PLA).
Prince Harry says social media stoking 'crisis of hate', calls for a compassionate online space
Harry said that he and his wife, Meghan, have spent the past few weeks calling business leaders on the issue.
1st ODI: Kuldeep Yadav 's magic, Rohit Sharma's grace take India to emphatic victory
He bowled an astounding 38 dot balls and not once was he hit for a boundary. This was Kuldeep's first five-for in ODIs after he had recently achieved the same feat in T20Is during the Manchester encounter.
A remote, rural Australian experience at Kangaroo Island
You don’t wake up to your News Feed but sea lions basking on pristine white beaches, koalas dozing on towering eucalyptus trees and kangaroos.
Congress playing with fire by stoking up communal passions: BJP
BJP today alleged that Congress was playing with fire by "stoking up communal passions" by projecting "falsehoods", that PM Modi has been the most powerful voice against bigotry and prejudice.
Pruthvi, a chip, can connect India's rural population to the internet
A tiny chip designed in Bengaluru, the size of a postage stamp, might hold the answer to a goal chased by the likes of Google, Facebook.
Being a pop star is exciting: Taylor Swift
The "Blank Space" hitmaker does not understand why people make fun of her when she gets excited by her accomplishments because her career is much more "fun" than her "edgy" contemporaries.
ICRA revises its growth forecast to 5.7% from 6.2-6.4%
ICRA has revised its growth forecast to 5.7% from 6.2-6.4% for financial year 2013. According to the rating agency, deficient monsoons could have an implication for growth, inflation and fiscal deficit.
RBI to have little space to fund deficit beyond FY'10: Goldman
Reserve Bank of India will have little space to finance the govt beyond fiscal 2009-10, global financial services firm Goldman Sachs said in a report.
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