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NHAI to undertake Miyawaki plantations along national highways to restore green cover
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), under the ministry of road transport and highways, has identified 53 acres of land parcel adjacent to national highways in and around Delhi and the national capital region where Miyawaki method of Japan will be used for plantations during the upcoming monsoon season and the process will be replicated across India following its success in Delhi-NCR, NHAI said in a statement.
How video gaming in India is now a ‘Bharat’ phenomenon
The Indian video gaming industry is being catalysed by the exponential growth of India’s IT infrastructure, widespread adoption of smartphones and the proliferation of high-speed internet connectivity. The industry’s evolution is evident in the rising percentage of gamers from non-metropolitan areas, which jumped from 57% in 2022 to 66% in 2023.
Indian Airlines ride AI: Human-like responses for passengers, lesser workload for agents
Artificial intelligence is transforming the Indian aviation industry, enhancing customer service and operational efficiency for airlines like Air India, IndiGo, and Akasa Air. From AI virtual agents handling diverse queries to AI chatbots with trillions of parameters, these technologies are streamlining processes and improving passenger experiences. The adoption of new-age technologies like AI and machine learning is on the rise across the industry, promising advancements in areas such as computer vision and data-backed decision-making.
'Killers Of The Flower Moon' star Lily Gladstone says she was not upset at missing out on an Oscar for Best Actress
The 37-year-old actress made history when she became the first Native American woman to be nominated in the best actress in a leading role category at the 96th Academy Awards.
Parties in chorus to criticise killing of J&K ex-sarpach
Locals claim that four attackers had come to Sheik's house and two of them barged inside and opened fire at Sheikh who has been a vocal advocate of BJP's policies in Kashmir. Political parties, across the spectrum, condemned the attack but questioned the timing of such attacks as Anantnag-Rajouri parliamentary constituency is going for polls on May 25.
Brazil cocoa farms go high-tech to upgrade ailing market
Cocoa prices have more than doubled this year to a record as extreme weather, disease and structural issues have hurt supplies from Ivory Coast and Ghana.
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View: AI regulation must be more nuanced than set out in GoI’s half-baked advisory
A recent advisory says that under-testing or unreliable AI models that are available to users on the 'Indian internet' must take GoI's explicit permission, and be deployed only after appropriately labelling the possible and inherent fallibility or unreliability of the output generated. But this is problematic.
If I'm arrested, crores of Marathas will go on hunger strike: Quota activist Manoj Jarange
Quota activist Manoj Jarange warned that if he is arrested, millions of Marathas will go on a hunger strike. He urged the government to implement the draft notification for issuing certificates to eligible Kunbi Marathas and expressed opposition to the 10% quota recently granted to the Maratha community. Jarange also criticized the Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and called for an inquiry into his remarks. He stated that he will continue to fight for the rights of his community, even if he is jailed.
Prince Harry wants to go back to UK: Reports. Will Meghan Markle join him? Here is what we know
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan stepped down as senior members of the royal family in 2020. If she joins him on his upcoming travels to England, it would be her first visit to the UK since the late Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral in September 2022.
Jennifer Lopez to go on tour for the first time in five years: Know the way to get tickets
Jennifer Lopez will be arriving on the block this summer season. This is Me … Now The Tour" will be finding her to span over the country for 30-plus date arena tour starting on June 25 in Orlando and giving a visit to cities such as Las Vegas, Dallas, Phoenix as well as her native place in New York.
Local SaaS firms under the thumb to retool for artificial intelligence
At least half a dozen investors ET spoke to said it will be crucial for early-stage software companies to showcase how they are leveraging AI in their products to attract new investments in 2024.
The AI-ceberg of innovations: Meet AI-first startups shaping India's tech future
Over the last 12 months, a new generation of AI-driven companies and generative AI tooling startups have attracted investments, but this represents only a small percentage of the companies driving innovation in this space. Under the surface lies vast, untapped potential for more.
Desi cocktail bars go beyond Pina Coladas to serve up a heady mix
India's pub and bar scene is undergoing significant growth, with niche cocktail bar concepts emerging in smaller towns. Delhi's Sidecar has seen a 60% increase in revenues between 2021 and 2023, while profits have risen by 35-45%. The market is also seeing a rise in niche concepts in Jaipur, such as the Native Cocktail Room, which ranked number one in Bar Wars 2023 and featured in the 50 Best Bars India list.
Qatar is the go-to mediator in the Mideast war. Its unprecedented Tel Aviv trip saved a shaky truce
With its close ties to the United States - Qatar hosts the largest American military base between Europe and Japan - its communication with Israel since 1995 and its support of blockaded Gaza to the tune of what estimates suggest is more than $1 billion since 2014, Qatar is uniquely positioned to break deadlocks in the cease-fire talks, which also involve the U.S. and Egypt.
Inspected tunnel last month, work was going well: Uttarakhand policeman first to reach collapse site
Uttarakhand policeman Suresh Kumar, the first to reach the site of the collapsed Sikyara tunnel, said he had inspected the tunnel last month and the work was going smoothly. The incident occurred around 5:30 am, and a rescue team arrived. Drilling resumed at the Silkyara tunnel overnight to prepare an escape passage for the 41 workers trapped inside for over 10 days.
Transfer of 24 HC judges in one go marks power shift from executive to judiciary": Justice Bibek Chaudhuri
Justice Bibek Chaudhuri's transfer to Patna High Court marks a significant shift in power from the executive to the judiciary, according to him. He emphasized this transition during his farewell at Calcutta High Court, citing historical and contemporary precedents. Justice Chaudhuri highlighted the implications of the Collegium's decision and its impact on judicial administration, stressing his commitment to dispensing justice despite the transition's challenges.
'Echo' trailer reveals several MCU firsts : TV-MA rating, simultaneous Hulu release, and native American lead
"Echo," set to premiere on January 10, marks several firsts for Marvel. It will be the first Marvel production to debut simultaneously on Disney+ and Hulu, the first to be available for binge-watching, and the first to carry a TV-MA rating. Director and executive producer Sydney Freeland highlights the importance of representation as the series centers around Maya Lopez (Alaqua Cox), Marvel's groundbreaking superhero series featuring a deaf and Native American character.
T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach go 'Instagram official' following divorce settlements
Former "Good Morning America" stars Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes have confirmed their relationship on Instagram after Holmes' divorce from Marilee Fiebig was finalized. The couple was seen together in Arkansas, visiting Holmes' alma mater, the University of Arkansas. Both Robach and Holmes shared photos of them holding hands at a college football game. Their affair last year led to their temporary removal from "GMA:3" as ABC investigated their relationship.
Roti 2.0: How the classic chapati became a go-to convenience food for busy lives
Roti, a round unleavened bread, is a versatile and popular food found in various forms across the world. It has evolved to cater to the preferences of different regions and is now even available as a convenience food, with frozen roti options becoming more common.
'Best 2.5 hours of my life.' MS Dhoni fan's giddy note after lucky encounter with CSK skipper on IndiGo Ranchi flight, picture goes viral
Indian cricket legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni pleasantly surprised a fan during an IndiGo flight. Chandan Sinha, a resident of Dhoni's hometown, Ranchi, shared pictures and his experience on Instagram, which quickly went viral.
50 Cent and Eminem on stage for Get Rich or Die Tryin' Tour 2023 in Detroit; fans go berserk | Video
50 Cent and Eminem, two of the most iconic American rappers, came on stage together at the former’s Get Rich or Die Tryin' Anniversary Tour as part of The Final Lap tour. The performance was held in Detroit.
View: India vs Bharat an issue for Modi & G20; will the name go the way of Turkey?
India's name change to Bharat: India, the host nation of this year's Group of 20, or G20 summit, had sent invitations with the name Bharat. While Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his supporters prefer the Sanskrit name Bharat, there are concerns about the complexity and cost of rebranding. Other former British colonies have changed their names, but it takes time for new names to be widely adopted.
India’s key go-to-market, product hub: Slack CEO Lidiane Jones
India represents the third largest free user base for Slack and is positioned in its top 10 markets for paid teams globally. Slack’s client base in India includes the likes of Zomato, Freecharge, Razorpay, Meesho and Haptik.
Adani’s go-to bankers at Barclays turn cautious after Hindenburg
Barclays has reduced its exposure to Indian conglomerate Adani following allegations made by short-seller Hindenburg Research earlier this year. Some executives are scrutinising links with the company as a regulatory probe into the claims is due to end next month, according to unnamed sources. Barclays remains among Adani's core relationship banks, and all such banks are safe in their investments and exposure to Adani companies, the conglomerate says.
When water displaces natives from "sinking island" of Kerala
The island was formed through the deposition of "ekkal" (sediment) from Kallada River and constant inundation and waterlogging might have made the clay softer, causing it to lose the bearing capacity which may be the reason for the submerging of building foundations and flora, the resident said. Besides the land and houses, the livelihood options like farming are also slowly disappearing in the island.
Killing of Sikh family in US sends shock waves in their native village in Punjab
The bodies of Jasdeep Singh (39), his wife Jasleen Kaur (27), their eight-month-old daughter Aroohi Dheri and Jasdeep's brother Amandeep Singh (39) were found in an orchard near Indiana Road and Hutchinson Road on Wednesday evening.
Prabhas to visit native village for Gari Samskaran of late Krishnam Raju
According to reports, Prabhas will visit his native village for the Gari Samskaran of Krishnam Raju. The veteran actor, Krishnam Raju, left us on September 11 this year, and many actors in the industry paid tribute to the late veteran.
Food Revolution: Local restaurants need to showcase their native cuisines
A few ways have emerged to access local foods. Pop-ups allow passionate local chefs to present their foods to customers who really want them, without the overheads of restaurants. Wedding meals can be one time when traditional specialties are relished (though only lavish celebration food, not regular home cooking). Nostalgia-driven NRIs sometimes pay for special meals from caterers when they visit India.
Cloud-native company SecureKloud Technologies launches AI platform
SecureKloud aims to provide modular, scalable, and API-driven solutions to unlock data-powered insights through the platform.
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