India's tech capital Bengaluru, which is already infamous for its traffic, has now emerged as one of the world's most congested cities, ranking second globally in the latest TomTom Traffic Index (city).
Europe is not headed in the right direction, President Donald Trump said at the World Economic Forum in Davos today, as relationship turned hostile between a superpower and once-close allies.
Whether you enjoy a peaceful drive, have an interest in architecture or simply love the beauty of the open sea, these bridges have something special to offer.
The ongoing global RAM shortage has reportedly started impacting the prices of GPUs, Solid State Drives and other storage drives. As per the report, the products listed in online and offline stores have witnessed a sharp uptick in the last couple of months. The price hike is being attributed to the RAM shortage due to the usage of memory components and NAND chips in t...
A Harvard study finds that China's rare earth export restrictions have unintentionally boosted innovation, productivity and global competitiveness among companies outside China.
Precious and industrial metals are surging to record highs as the year ends, driven by economic and geopolitical uncertainty, robust industrial demand and, in some cases, tight supply.
Scientists warn global warming may overshoot, triggering extreme cooling and possibly the next ice age through ocean carbon and nutrient cycles.
A global scientific report warns that chemicals widely used in food production and packaging are driving serious health risks, environmental damage.
Google has upgraded Gemini 2.5 text-to-speech models to give developers more control over tone, pacing and multi-speaker output. The company also improved Search and AI Mode with more inline links, clearer attribution and the global rollout of Preferred Sources. Google is testing new partnerships with news publishers as well, offering AI-powered article overviews and ...
Technological advancements demand upskilling in fields like AI, Cyber Security and Data Science to meet evolving job market needs and drive industry transformation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has proposed four new initiatives aimed at global development at the G20 Leaders' Summit in Johannesburg.
Ondo Global Finance has obtained regulatory approval in Liechtenstein to offer tokenised stocks and ETFs to users across more than 30 European countries. The authorisation leverages the region’s passporting system, allowing both retail and institutional investors in the EEA to access on-chain representations of traditional financial assets. The move aligns with Euro...
As world leaders gather in Brazil, a shocking new report reveals the climate summit has been quietly taken over by the very industry driving the crisis: fossil fuels.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said Indian coffee is gaining popularity globally, driven by the diverse varieties grown in states, including Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
The WMO reports Earth’s atmospheric CO₂ reached 422.8 ppm in 2024 — the biggest annual rise ever recorded. Driven by fossil-fuel emissions, wildfires, and weakening carbon sinks, the surge intensifies global warming. Scientists warn that delayed emission cuts could entrench irreversible changes in weather, ecosystems, and sea levels.
CEO Andy Jassy has emphasised AI's central role in Amazon's future, driving efficiency and automation.
Ever wondered why some countries drive on the left while others stick to the right? The answer is not random. It goes back to ancient traditions, colonial empires, car design, and even costly national switches that still affect travellers today.
An Indian national, who had arrived in the US illegally, has been arrested for causing a multi-vehicle crash while driving a truck in California last year that critically injured a five-year old child and left her with life-altering injuries.
From world tournaments to iconic stadium tours, the game is influencing how fans plan their holidays abroad.
People consuming more sugary drinks and ice cream on warmer days, particularly those with less money, could pose a growing threat to health as climate change drives up temperatures, new research warned Monday.
Qualcomm and BMW Group on Friday announced a new assisted driving system, the Snapdragon Ride Pilot, debuting on the recently launched BMW iX3 SUV. As part of the collaboration, Qualcomm designed the Snapdragon Ride SoC, while both companies jointly developed the Snapdragon Ride AD software stack.
India has topped the Chainalysis 2025 Global Crypto Adoption Index for the third year in a row, cementing its dominance in grassroots and institutional crypto adoption. Despite strict taxation and regulatory uncertainty, the country continues to lead global engagement, ahead of the United States and Pakistan. Experts credit India’s vast user base, strong fintech sec...
As US politics under Trump drives out young researchers, India has an opportunity to lure its brightest scientific minds back. Tamil Nadu is leading the way, but a national strategy is urgently needed.
India has emerged as the most-targeted nation for malware attacks, topping global charts, with Artificial Intelligence fuelling a surge in ransomware, a new report by cybersecurity firm Acronis has said.
1. Support the most vulnerable families with Food Items/Unconditional Cash Transfer to ensure their survival during the days of maintaining ‘Physical Distance'.
2. Distribution of the ‘Safety Kit for Service Providers’ with Protective Gears/Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) among the frontline health workers and caregivers to protect them from infection. (N- 95 Masks, Hand Sanitisers, Gloves, Medical Aprons, Disposable Goggles, Handwashing Liquid).
3. Distribution of ‘Safety Kit for Community’ among the community members to help them protect from spread of the infection and installation of ‘Portable Hand Wash Stations’ at important places like Hospital, Panchayat, Health Centres, and at important places at community level also. (Hand Washing soaps, Liquid soaps, N- 95 Mask).
4. Help prevent the spread of COVID-19 among the vulnerable communities by creating awareness and sharing verified information about adopting prescribed protection measures through awareness vans, local media and digital messages.
5. Engage with the government and raise the issue of providing immediate economic assistance to the informal sector workforce and strengthening the public healthcare system by allocating more funds to it.

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