Prasenjit Bhowmik

Assam Shines with 16 Medals at Federation Cup Wushu Championship

Assam has made a remarkable mark in the 8th Federation Cup Wushu Championship, clinching an impressive total of 16 medals, including 2 gold, 3 silver, and 11 bronze. The championship, held in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, showcased the exceptional talent and dedication of Assam’s athletes. The gold medalists, Riki Kharka and Manish Chettri, delivered outstanding performances in…

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Google Welcomes NCLAT’s Decision to Reduce Antitrust Penalty by Over 75%

Google has expressed its appreciation for the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal’s (NCLAT) recent decision to significantly reduce the antitrust penalty imposed on the tech giant by the Competition Commission of India (CCI). The penalty, originally set at ₹936.44 crore in 2022, has been lowered to ₹216.69 crore following NCLAT’s ruling. The case revolved around…

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WhatsApp Bans 9.7 Million Indian Accounts in February for Policy Violations

Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp has banned over 9.7 million accounts in India during February 2025, citing violations of its Terms of Service. This action was revealed in the company’s latest Monthly Safety Report, published in compliance with India’s Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. Of the total accounts banned, more…

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Sam Altman Predicts Decline in Software Engineering Jobs Due to AI Advancements

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has sparked a significant debate in the tech industry with his recent remarks on the potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on software engineering jobs. In an interview with Stratechery’s Ben Thompson, Altman suggested that the demand for human coders may decline as AI continues to evolve and automate coding processes….

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Omar Abdullah Opposes Waqf (Amendment) Bill, Calls It Unacceptable

Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has strongly opposed the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, describing it as “unacceptable” and vowing to resist its implementation. Speaking to media representatives in Srinagar, Abdullah expressed his concerns about the bill’s implications for the governance of Waqf properties and its potential impact on the Muslim community. “The Waqf…

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FM Sitharaman Confirms Capital Expenditure Increase to ₹11.21 Lakh Crore for FY26

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced that India’s capital expenditure (capex) allocation for the fiscal year 2025-26 has been increased to ₹11.21 lakh crore, up from ₹11.11 lakh crore in the previous fiscal year. Addressing the Rajya Sabha during the Question Hour, Sitharaman emphasized that there has been no reduction in capex, countering claims of…

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PM Modi and Chilean President Gabriel Boric Strengthen Bilateral Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held comprehensive discussions with Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font during the latter’s state visit to India. The meeting, which took place at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, focused on enhancing bilateral relations across diverse sectors, including trade, defense, renewable energy, and cultural exchange. Describing Chile as an “important friend and partner”…

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Tensions Escalate: Tehran Prepares Missile Launchers Amid Trump’s Bombing Threat

The geopolitical landscape has grown increasingly volatile as Tehran reportedly readies its missile launchers in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent threats of bombing Iran. The escalating situation has raised concerns about the possibility of a military conflict, with experts warning of severe consequences for global stability. According to reports from Iranian state media,…

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Israel PM Netanyahu Withdraws Security Chief Nominee Amid Controversy

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reversed his decision to appoint Vice Admiral Eli Sharvit as the new head of the Shin Bet, Israel’s domestic security agency, following widespread criticism, including objections from U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, a close ally of former President Donald Trump. The controversy erupted after Sharvit’s nomination was announced on March…

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