Domestic demand, labour supply give India structural advantage in semiconductor push: Bain & Co
India's strong domestic demand and demographic dividend give it an advantage in the global semiconductor race, but access to core technology remains a key hurdle, said Balaji Thirumalai, Partner and India Head of Semiconductors and Electronics Manufacturing Practice at Bain & Company. He said Semicon 2.0's focus on talent, fabs, OSATs, design, equipment and materials is needed to build a complete ecosystem.
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AI: 10 days that changed the course of artificial intelligence
For years, the race to build ever more powerful artificial intelligence followed a well-worn Silicon Valley principle: move fast and break things. But in a series of cascading events over a 10-day stretch, the largest AI labs found themselves reeling as their own creations threatened to break humanity itself. An Anthropic researcher quit the firm, warning that the pace of AI development poses an existential threat, possibly within a decade. Another researcher at the firm said the odds of human...
Psychology Lesson of the Day by Armistead Maupin, 'The world changes in direct proportion to the number of people willing to be honest about their lives' offers timeless inspiring wisdom on purpose, meaning, success, perspective, optimism
Armistead Maupin’s iconic statement is a powerful reminder that honesty can have consequences far beyond the person who speaks. Telling the truth about one's life can create vulnerability, but it can also create recognition, compassion and connection. The world does not change simply because people reveal personal information; it changes when authentic stories help others question assumptions, understand different experiences and see common humanity.
Reasons for Agarkar exit: Rohit Sharma future fiasco, difference of opinion with VVS Laxman
Agarkar’s exit was driven by differences over Rohit Sharma’s future and VVS Laxman, while his absence from a key review meeting added to BCCI concerns ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Four high courts get 14 judges, including Delhi HC
According to separate law ministry notifications, two judges and five additional judges have been appointed to the Delhi High Court while one judge has been appointed to the Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court.
Four high courts get 14 judges, including Delhi HC
According to separate law ministry notifications, two judges and five additional judges have been appointed to the Delhi High Court while one judge has been appointed to the Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court.
Asian Games 2026 Opening Ceremony Highlights: Manu Bhaker, Pawan Sehrawat Head India's Parade In Nagoya
Opening Ceremony Highlights: Manu Bhaker and Pawan Sehrawat led the Indian contingent at the athletes' parade.
'Critically important': Zelenskyy thanks Trump for Russia sanctions bill with nod to Lindsey Graham
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked US President Donald Trump for signing the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, urging its provisions to be implemented “fully and swiftly” to increase pressure on Russia. He also paid tribute to the late Senator Lindsey Graham, after whom the legislation was named.
ABVP wins 3 DUSU posts; independent candidate Deepanshu Shokeen gets vice-president's position
ABVP won three of the four central panel posts in the Delhi University Students' Union election, while independent candidate Deepanshu Shokeen secured the vice-president's post. The Congress-backed NSUI failed to win any of the four positions. ABVP's Yash Dabas defeated NSUI's Vijai Shankar Meena by 2,053 votes in the presidential race.
4.9 magnitude quake jolts parts of Northeast
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck near Gyelpozhing in Bhutan at 4.01 pm on Saturday, with tremors felt in Guwahati and other parts of the Northeast.
4.9 magnitude quake jolts parts of Northeast
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck near Gyelpozhing in Bhutan at 4.01 pm on Saturday, with tremors felt in Guwahati and other parts of the Northeast.
Success Lesson of the Day by Dr. Seuss, 'Today was good. Today was fun. Tomorrow is another one' offers powerful wisdom on happiness, positivity, acceptance, inner peace
Quote of the day by Dr. Seuss teaches us to appreciate life without demanding perfection from it. Dr. Seuss turns the passage of time into something approachable: enjoy the day you have, remember the moments that made it special and then allow yourself to move forward. The quote encourages gratitude without complacency, optimism without unrealistic promises and enjoyment without guilt.