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Govt. to soon sign MoU for CMRL’s takeover of MRTS
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Reddit is killing RSS feeds and ending public API access because of AI bots
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Naidu orders comprehensive water plan for Andhra Pradesh
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High Court stays Vaze bail; NIA appeal to come up in October
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IIHR’s Arka Shakti root stock could help farmers tackle Gummy Stem Blight disease in watermelon
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The ugly economics of consumer AI
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Mamata backs Rahul as PM, Kharge seeks Opposition unity
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Brazil’s Petrobras uses Cardano to track sustainable aviation fuel, renewable diesel
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India-Myanmar defence dialogue to be held in Northeast amid border security concerns
The third edition of the meeting will be held in Guwahati, underlining the growing focus on security challenges in the Northeast
J&K govt. to formulate media policy to regulate online, social media news platforms
Minister Sakina Itoo tells the Legislative Assembly that a House Committee has given the Information Department four months to formulate new guidelines
Crypto industry gave $8 million to Clarity Act lobbyists who didn't close the deal
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Agriculture sector binds India-Argentina partnership
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Keralam witnesses 7th-lowest southwest monsoon season
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Medical students protest in Jammu and Kashmir after professor ‘objects to burqas in labour room’
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Ahead Of Bypolls, Vijay Alleges Deal Between MK Stalin's DMK, E Palaniswami
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Southwest monsoon ends with 12% deficit
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Gill hits 223 not out as India chase down Windies' record total
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PNGRB bats for level playing field across EV, CNG and LNG vehicles
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Gurugram to freeze 71 builders’ accounts to recover unpaid homebuyer dues
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INDIA bloc to launch nationwide campaign against CEC, SIR from October 2
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All four LeT commanders active in J&K since 2022 now dead, says Home Ministry
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Akhilesh fields senior Reliance honcho for Rajya Sabha poll
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IAT recommends pension or life insurance cover for farmers to insulate from distress
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Venkaiah Naidu calls for preservation of Ongole cattle breed
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Madras HC directs DVAC to file report on inspections/raids conducted in last five years
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Meta disputes claim that Muse read a user’s private messages without permission
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CEC has lifelong immunity for helping Modi govt. steal elections: Rahul
Congress debates ways to turn SIR resistance into a people’s movement without getting caught in legal technicalities and discusses ways to mobilise party workers for an indefinite sit-in in Delhi
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Changes in PF withdrawal rules lead to protests by garment workers
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The Fed's favorite inflation gauge came in cooler than expected, rate-hike odds fell and Bitcoin traders took the hint.
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Karnataka SIR: Civil society report flags large-scale voter deletions, ground-level discrepancies
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Pakistan Deputy PM reaffirms its commitment to open, inclusive and constructive SCO Chairmanship
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Veeramani POCSO Act case: Let SIT work in peace, says Madras High Court judge while hearing DMK’s plea
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Govt keeps small savings rates unchanged for December quarter
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Google reportedly tests paying publishers for AI search results
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India Inc can weather 50 bps rate hike, El Nino impact: Crisil
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Full re-entry into EU is an option for U.K., says PM Burnham
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Public protest over proposed SIPCOT project in Melur
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India’s external financial health improves marginally in Q1 FY27 amid global headwinds
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Modi, Trump discuss bilateral cooperation in trade, defence, energy, critical technologies
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WRD prepares fresh estimates for barrage across Cauvery between Marudhur and Umayalpuram
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The authorisation came from the Principal Chief Electrical Engineer, Southern Railway following mandatory inspection of the over 70 -km section after completion of the overhead electrification project
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DMK councillors protest over Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple consecration pass distribution
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Clock's ticking: UK's crypto regulatory application window opens with February deadline
The five-month application window precedes the new regulatory framework’s planned introduction in October 2027, after years of legislative development.
India’s external debt rises to $778.2 billion in June quarter: RBI
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Israel-bound flydubai plane rerouted, pilots wounded in reported fight
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Most micro composting centres in Coimbatore city remain non-functional
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Passenger on rerouted flydubai flight claims pilot tried to crash plane
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Women farmers’ role crucial for India’s agriculture, sustainable farming: BKS conference
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₹100-crore private school case: Accused Arasakumar gets default bail
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India's fiscal deficit widens to ₹7.1 lakh crore, hits 41.9% of FY27 target by August
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AM Green bags €585 million green ammonia deal
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Could THORChain face prosecution over stolen Bitget funds?
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Fisherfolk protest against Tamil Nadu’s new Secretariat proposal at Pattinapakkam
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Model of Danish ship that landed at Tharangambadi in 1620 donated to Maritime Museum
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Retired temple EOs in Tamil Nadu allege delay in terminal benefits over pending audit objections
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Portion of Perambur Barracks Road caves in, damages sewer line
Officials said the damaged portion of the pipeline is being removed and would be replaced depending on the extent of the damage
Chennai Metro Rail phase II ticket fares to remain unchanged; trip from Poonamallee to Vadapalani to cost ₹40
The trains will cover 14.6 km, stopping at all 10 stations from Poonamallee to Porur, but for now, the next stop will be only at Vadapalani
Cardano tapped by Brazil’s state oil giant to track cleaner jet fuel and diesel
Petrobras is testing the blockchain in two research projects aimed at preventing emissions benefits from being counted twice and tracing fuel data across production and use.
Singapore crypto activity grows 55% as broader region contracts
Singapore’s crypto economy grew 55.4% to $284 billion as institutional-platform activity surged 94%, while the Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam stood out for small-value P2P transfers.
Tamil Nadu police do not have a crystal ball or magic wand to solve cases in a jiffy: Madras High Court
Justice V. Lakshminarayanan calls for status report from an SIT probing the POCSO case against R. Veeramani of Gem Granites
Centre notifies new CAFE norms, tightens fuel-efficiency targets for passenger vehicles
Tighter fuel-consumption targets from 2027–32 will also offer credits for hybrids, flex-fuel vehicles, biofuels and efficiency technologies
NHAI to conduct special quality checks on 17 highway projects with bids 15% below estimate
NHAI to begin special quality inspections for 17 under-construction National Highways projects due to their substantial cost discounts. These inspections are in addition to regular quality checks intended to identify construction issues…
Nifty H1FY27 Review: Top gainers and losers | Can H2FY27 deliver better returns?
As the Nifty 50 concludes H1FY27 with a modest 1.3% gain, the market faces challenges from rising oil prices and bond yields amid geopolitical tensions. Seven Nifty stocks declined more than 10% in the first half of the year, while 16…
AI and the lines I won’t cross
At 55, the writer uses artificial intelligence deliberately — letting it take over the repetitive work but not surrendering her skills and creativity
Dividend income at risk? 8 stocks with inconsistent dividend payout: Indian Oil, Sanofi India, UTI AMC, and more
Check the list of companies that have paid inconsistent dividend over the last three financial years.Sanofi India declared a dividend of ₹123 per share in FY26, down from ₹167 in FY24. Indian Oil's fluctuating dividends were ₹7 in FY26 and…
Cabinet approves hike in Rabi minimum support prices for 2027-28 season
The MSP for safflower was increased the most, by ₹675 per quintal to ₹7,215 per quintal, an increase of 10.3% over its level in the previous year
Beyond the 7% headline: S&P maps the forces driving India’s next growth phase
India’s economy is set to grow 7% in FY27, according to S&P Global, which sees domestic demand, private investment, manufacturing, trade, energy security, renewable power, digital infrastructure and technology shaping India’s next phase of…
Here’s how tech leaders will self-police AI safety under Trump’s deal
We now have the full details of the "morally binding" AI safety deal announced by President Trump yesterday, in which top executives agreed to self-regulate their artificial intelligence technology. The accord, officially titled the Joint…
Granite baron R Veeramani booked in 3rd child rape case: A police station fire erased the record, but not the trail
A girl’s death in 2004 is now being investigated by a Special Investigation Team. The girl allegedly suffered sexual assault linked to R Veeramani, who provided financial support for her education. Her mother claims that payments were made…
Bitcoin holds near $84,000, Ethereum steady as crypto market awaits catalyst
Bitcoin and Ethereum remained relatively steady despite a challenging macro backdrop, with elevated US Treasury yields weighing on crypto markets. Experts said Bitcoin’s ability to hold key support levels points to underlying demand, while…
Why BSE stock tanked 3.5% despite Nifty inclusion post index reshuffle - What lies ahead for investors?
BSE shares plummeted 3.5% to ₹3,092, losing previous gains after entering Nifty 50. Stake sales by Goldman Sachs and BNP Paribas counteracted positive inclusion effects, with retail investors holding 54.4%.
The Download: OpenAI’s chief research officer explains its hacking response
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. “We’re not going to shoot ourselves in the foot” over hack fallout, says OpenAI’s chief research…
FCA opens crypto authorization window ahead of 2027 UK regime
Crypto businesses should apply by Feb. 28, 2027, while existing money laundering registrations will not convert into FCA authorization.
Airbnb adds AI search, more social features
Airbnb is also launching new services such as meal delivery and laundry in select locations.
Top 2 stocks to buy or sell for short-term: Cyient, Max Healthcare by Nagaraj Shetti - Check stop loss, targets
Indian equity benchmarks faced their largest monthly drop since March, with the Nifty 50 and Sensex declining by 6.1% and 5.8%, respectively. Rising oil prices and global interest rate hikes pressured emerging-market assets, while…
McDonald’s using AI to price burgers? Same Big Mac can cost more nearby
McDonald’s is reportedly using AI to recommend menu prices based on customer willingness to pay at individual restaurants. The system can lead to different prices for the same Big Mac at nearby outlets, raising concerns among franchisees…
Morning Minute: Robinhood Adds Perps, Weekend Stocks, and AI Traders
Robinhood is leaning deeper into crypto as they look to unlock their “everything app” vision.
Trump has just fired the starting gun on a new Cold War with China
The US-China AI race is increasingly taking on the character of a Cold War-style strategic contest, with artificial intelligence becoming linked to economic power, military capability, national security and technological leadership.
‘Gem Granites’ Veeramani POCSO case in Tamil Nadu: a compilation
This is a collection of stories done by The Hindu on ‘Gem Granites’ Veeramani POCSO case
CFTC Investigating Adam Kinzinger Over Kalshi Bets on His Own Pardon: Report
The former congressman says he made $823 on the trades, had no inside information, and had checked the platform's rules first.
SEBI levies ₹20 lakh fine on Shares Bazaar, four others for violating market norms
SEBI found that SBPL was offering a scheme called 'Making Millions Financially Free', promising assured returns of 18-48% annually while giving investors the impression that their money was being invested in the securities market
‘Gem Granites’ Veeramani booked for abetting suicide of minor in 2004
Chennai Police also book third case against the octogenarian businessmen under the POCSO Act
Stock markets fall for third day; Nifty down 96 points, Sensex slips to 72,480
30-share BSE Sensex declines 48.78 points, or 0.07%, to settle at 72,480.29 on fag-end selling; 50-share NSE Nifty drops 95.75 points, or 0.42%, to end at 22,620.45
‘Gem Granites’ Veeramani case: Special Court reserves orders on bail pleas of co-accused Shanthi, Mahendra Simhan
The two were arrested for abetting the crimes committed by Veeramani
Up 410% in 5 yrs, why MOFSL sees another 52% upside in Time Technoplast- check target price, rationale behind buy rating
Time Technoplast's stock is in focus as Motilal Oswal retains its Buy rating with a target price of ₹280, suggesting over 52% upside. The brokerage highlights strong performance despite challenges and identifies growth opportunities…
SME IPO multibaggers: 400% returns in 8 months - Apsis Aerocom, Grover Jewells soar post listing | What’s driving surge?
Apsis Aerocom and Grover Jewells have seen exceptional stock performance, gaining 420% and 410% since their IPOs. Apsis secured significant contracts in defense and healthcare, while Grover's shares are experiencing strong momentum amid…
23 years after invasion, U.S. leaves Iraq; Iran stays
The U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003 was its second target in its ‘war on terror’. But its war against Iran now has made it increasingly difficult for the United States to keep a large group of troops in a region that’s turning hostile.
Altcoin exchange deposit count jumps 160% in 2 weeks
CryptoQuant flagged potential selling pressure as deposit transactions and depositing addresses hit their highest counts since October 2025.
A stronger dollar is a weaker threat to bitcoin than traders think
Your day-ahead look for Sept. 30, 2026
Dozens injured in French student protests over school resources
The demonstrations and blockades, which began last week and coincided on September 29, with a broader public-sector strike, have become a political flashpoint at a sensitive moment for France
Virudhunagar DVAC unit invites complaints from public on bribery in government offices
People can lodge a complaint in person by visiting the DVAC office located behind the Old District Collector’s Office or by phone at 94981-06118, 83000-36678, or 04562-252678.
McDonald's AI ‘Pricing Engine’ Gauges What Customers Will Pay for a Big Mac: Report
Machine-learning models set an 'optimal price' per item per restaurant, and have widened the gap between branches two miles apart.
Sivakasi fireworks industry upbeat as Supreme Court conditionally permits manufacture of joined green crackers
Joined crackers formed at least 20% of total production of fireworks sector; it was banned in 2018 by the apex court over pollution concerns
Bitget hackers move $4 million into Zcash’s private pool, making funds harder to trace
Three transfers pushed about 15% of the stolen ZEC into Ironwood, where payments hide their senders, recipients and amounts.
Nifty's 5-year CAGR falls below Bank FD returns - Is it time to evaluate 'Mutual Fund Sahi Hai' slogan?
Nifty's 5 year rise is to the tune of 30%, which means the 5 year CAGR is below 5.50%
Stock market prediction for tomorrow: Sensex, Nifty outlook for Thursday | Kospi, Taiwan cues to watch | 1 Oct 2026
The Indian stock market ended September with losses, as profit booking and rising crude oil prices weighed on investor sentiment. The Nifty 50 fell 0.42% and the Sensex 0.07%, marking a tough month for equities amid ongoing geopolitical…
Rupee rises 13 paise to close at 95.81 against U.S. dollar
The rupee gained as crude oil prices retreated and the U.S. Dollar index declined overnight, though weak domestic markets capped sharp gains
The SEC Is finally modernizing transfer-agent rules. Wall Street must not repeat the ‘paperwork crisis’
If ownership data is split across a token wrapper, a special-purpose vehicle (SPV), a broker’s internal ledger and a transfer agent's off-chain database, we are setting the stage for a Paperwork Crisis for the blockchain age, argues…
A single market worth protecting: Getting the MiCA review right
As the European Commission’s MiCA review consultation closes, Europe must decide whether its crypto rulebook is protecting the market without making it too costly to build in.
India's fiscal deficit for April-August at Rs 7.10 lakh crore, widens to 41.9% of FY27 aim
As FY27 progresses, India's fiscal deficit climbed to an alarming Rs 7.10 lakh crore within the first five months, representing 41.9% of the projected budget for the year. The total receipts amounted to Rs 13.68 lakh crore, aligning at…
Hotel stocks to buy: Lemon Tree, IH, Ventive among Motilal Oswal’s top picks ahead of wedding season - Target Price
Indian Hotels, Lemon Tree, and Ventive Hospitality received 'Buy' ratings from Motilal Oswal, as the hospitality sector benefits from rising domestic travel and increased corporate events.
SpaceX Starship engine failure could hit NASA moon mission plans
While Starship accomplished a number of key objectives in its latest test launch, the mission was cut short by several hours after a malfunction of its propulsion system
Russia issues nuclear warning to NATO as tensions rise in the Baltic
“Russia will be ready to use the entire arsenal of forces and capabilities at its disposal, including nuclear weapons, to defend its territory should NATO countries undertake any attempt aimed at isolating the Kaliningrad Region from…
Two arrested for stealing gold from grocery shop owner’s house in Maduravoyal
One of the accused was employed by the grocery shop owner
OpenAI, Google and Meta pledge independent AI safety audits under voluntary White House deal
Six companies signed a safety pact covering hacking and biological threats, with no penalties or deadline for putting the checks in place.
Nepal PM Shah to make ‘meaningful’ visit to India, date yet to be finalised: Foreign Minister Khanal
Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal says Nepal received India’s invitation for Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s visit soon after the government’s formation, with preparations under way
“We’re not going to shoot ourselves in the foot” over hack fallout, says OpenAI’s chief research officer
Two months after the bombshell news that a swarm of its agents had broken their containment and hacked into the computers of the AI company Hugging Face, OpenAI is still putting out fires. A steady drip of disclosures about other hacks in…
Veeramani case: Tamil Nadu Ministers Aadhav Arjuna, Nirmal Kumar urge Madras High Court to dismiss DMK’s defamation suit
They contend that the political party had not issued prior notices to them as required under Section 80 of the Code of Criminal Procedure
Expert view: Bonanza Portfolio CIO on equity investment strategy, top sectors to bet on and more
In a recent interview, Achin Goel, CIO of Bonanza Portfolio, revealed selective investment strategies across sectors like precision engineering and defence. He emphasised the importance of earnings visibility and execution over traditional…
US Senator Blumenthal Calls Tether's USDT a 'Superhighway' for Iranian Sanctions Evasion
The Connecticut Senator's subcommittee released its report on Monday and referred the findings to Treasury and the Justice Department.
Corporate credit profile remains strong in H1FY27 despite West Asia conflict: Ind Ra
Indian companies' credit profiles showed resilience during the first half of fiscal year 2026-27. Despite the energy shock from the West Asia conflict, rating actions remained limited to a few issuers. The supportive domestic environment…
RIL, Infosys, TCS, HUL, HDFC Bank at multi-year lows | Time to look beyond? Experts suggestion for investors
The Indian stock market shows a divide between large-cap and broader indices, with large caps like Reliance and Infosys at multi-year lows, while mid and small-caps perform better. Investors are advised to focus on selective blue-chip…
Tale behind the change of a government department’s name in Tamil Nadu
For nearly 25 years, the Puthiya Tamilagam president K. Krishnasamy had been carrying on a campaign against the Tamil nomenclature of the Department for the Welfare of Adi Dravidar and Tribes. He had unsuccessfully raised the issue in the…
Change the name of Adi Dravidar Welfare Department: Puthiya Tamilagam leader Krishnasamy
“The term ‘Adi Dravidar’ is a name that the Paraiyars, who were then included in the ‘Panchamar’ category, sought and obtained from the British government in 1921. It does not denote the other 76 caste communities within the Scheduled…
Metaplanet directors push back against shareholder fury over a controversial executive payout plan
Independent directors cite management’s financial risk and restructuring role, but leave questions about Gerovich’s exercised shares and MMXX Ventures unanswered.
V.O.C. Port handles 2,188 wind turbine blades in April-August, registers 74.5% growth
The number of vessels carrying wind turbine blade consignments also increased from 39 to 52 during the same period
Live updates: Bitcoin returns to $84,000, giving up early gains
Core PCE prices rose just 0.2% in August versus the 0.3% forecast, and were higher by 3% year-over-year versus the 3.3% estimate.
Ground control: On ISRO, policy and its focus
ISRO must focus on space technology as a tool for development
Bitcoin ETFs stretch $3.1B inflow streak as Ether funds turn red
Ether ETFs shed $3 million Tuesday after seven days of inflows, following an $8 million outflow from Zcash funds at the start of the week.
Bitcoin stalls near $83,000 while lighter drops 17% on Robinhood perps plan
Bitcoin held near $83,000 as the 30-year Treasury yield topped 5.6%, while DeFi tokens reversed and lighter fell after Robinhood unveiled U.S. perps.
Crypto hardware wallets compared for 2026
From touchscreen and QR-code devices to NFC cards and Bitcoin-only models, this guide compares hardware wallets by security, connectivity, usability and recovery options to help users choose the right fit.
Former AIADMK minister S Semmalai joins Vijay-led TVK, months after quitting AIADMK
S Semmalai, a former AIADMK minister, joined the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam in a ceremony with chief minister C Joseph Vijay. This event occurred more than four months after he left the AIADMK amid concerns about the party's…
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay declares open renovated Gandhi Memorial Museum in Madurai
The renovation work was carried out at a total cost of ₹10.25 crore by the Heritage Wing of the Public Works Department
SlowMist traces Bitget hack activity to Aug. 31 zero-day exploit
SlowMist identified malicious activity weeks before the Bitget theft, involving a zero-day vulnerability, two security products and a custom withdrawal tool.
U.S. military says its withdrawal of troops from Iraq complete
Iran, which says its ultimate aim is to force American forces to leave the entire West Asia, casts the U.S. withdrawal from Iraq as a victory for its “axis of resistance” of allied armed groups across the region
MRPL shares reverse gains after fire incident at Mangaluru refinery; down 10% from day’s high
Shares of Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals reversed gains and fell 10% after a fire incident at its refinery in Mangaluru. The stock reached a high of ₹180.80 before dropping to ₹162.50. Firefighting efforts are underway, and the…
Cabinet clears Rs 2.79 lakh crore package: Rabi MSP hike for six crops, Rs 1.86 lakh crore for PM DHARA, Rs 1,790 crore for Delhi traffic system
Cabinet decisions today: Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a series of key decisions, including the Rabi Price Policy for the 2027-28 marketing season, with an estimated payout of Rs 90,962 crore to farmers. MSPs for six Rabi crops…
Techie Kavin Selvaganesh murder: when caste pride slays young love in Tamil Nadu
The recent killing of C. Kavin Selvaganesh, a Scheduled Caste youth, just because he was in love with a girl of an intermediate caste, has again spotlighted rampant caste pride in southern Tamil Nadu. P. Sudhakar and C. Palanivel Rajan…
Sensex, Nifty remains volatile: Where should investors put their money? Experts decode portfolio allocation
During the intraday session on Wednesday, Sensex fell more than 100 points, while the Nifty slipped below the 22,650 mark.
Techie Kavin caste killing case: Madras High Court quashes charge sheet against parents of prime accused Surjith
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court rules that the evidence cited to link them to the murder and to alleged caste-based offenses was insufficient to proceed to trial.
100% return in 6 months! Tesla-linked stock jumps ahead of bonus share record date - Do you own? Ratio, other details
Mold-Tek Technologies shares rose nearly 3% following the announcement of a 1:1 bonus issue. The record date is set for October 9, requiring investors to own shares by October 8. Over three months, the stock gained 53%, with a current…
Indian sailor among five killed, another injured as Somali forces retake hijacked tanker
Puntland Maritime Police Force says three Pakistanis, one Indian and one Myanmar national were killed before it retook the Palau-flagged tanker MT Honour 25 from pirates
Iran receives U.S. feedback on seven-day trust-building plan
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi received the feedback via Qatari mediators in Doha, with the sequencing of steps the main sticking point
India's monsoon deficit widens to 12%; El Nino strengthens, positive IOD offers some relief: Report
El Nino conditions have strengthened further, raising concerns over India's monsoon rainfall, even as a positive Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) may partly offset its impact, according to an ICICI Bank report.
‘Never ever chase any investment’: Why Kotak AMC MD Nilesh Shah warned investors against ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ bets
Nilesh Shah emphasizes the need for patience and discipline in investment selection, warning against the fear of missing opportunities. He suggests that investors should look for sustainable growth across both public and private markets…
Saudi Arabia denies talks with Netanyahu in UAE: official
No official meetings. No talks. Nothing whatsoever. Our stance on Israel remains unchanged, a Saudi official said
ED arrests Vatika Group CMD, promoter in PMLA case
Between 2010 and 2012, seven purchaser entities paid ₹260 crore upfront to Vatika Limited as the entire sale consideration for residential plots in its Vatika India Next projects in Sectors 84/85 and Vatika India Next-2 in Sector 88A…
IPL business demerger impact? Sun TV Network share price rallies 16%! Experts see 30% more upside | Target, stop-loss
Sun TV Network share price is skyrocketing due to the reports of IPL franchise Sunrisers Hyderabad demerger, say experts
Markets end September quarter in the red. Will Q3 bring relief or more pain?
Indian equities concluded their worst September quarter in more than a decade as surging crude oil and persistent foreign capital outflows dragged indices down. With lingering geopolitical risks and impending corporate margin pressure…
Up over 40% in 6 months, yet further 47% upside possible - Why is Nirmal Bang bullish on WeWork India stock?
WeWork India shares have soared 42% in six months. Nirmal Bang maintains a 'buy' rating with a target of ₹983, projecting a 47% upside. With innovative expansion strategies and zero debt, WeWork India showcases promising growth potential…
Sebi and RBI working closely to streamline FPIs, bond market: Tuhin Kanta Pandey
The banking and securities regulators are collaborating to slash foreign investor onboarding times to five days while establishing a new framework for exchange-traded bond indices, Pandey said.
KPI Green Energy shares gain 4% | What’s driving the stock and what lies ahead?
KPI Green Energy shares rose 4% before declining after announcing their binding offer to fully acquire Alfanar Energy and Netra Wind for ₹2,410 crore, expanding their wind portfolio by 507.9 MW of operational projects in Gujarat's Kutch…
OpenAI seeks $30 billion in funding at whopping $1.4 trillion valuation after delaying IPO
The ChatGPT maker is pursuing fresh funding after delaying its public listing, while expanding its AI tools despite mounting safety concerns.
'He will never walk free': Indian judge's letter promises child sex abuse survivor
In the emotional letter, the judge describes the survivor as "the bravest little girl this court has ever seen".
Surveillance is not the only privacy issue
Who is responsible, when a protester is identified by a camera, doxxed by anonymous accounts, and then threatened at home? What happens to privacy when an electoral-roll decision determines whether someone can vote? Which safeguard applies…
Sensex, Nifty impact Explained: Why 30-year US Treasury bond yields surged to 2002 levels and why it matters to India?
When bond yields rise, equities tend to come under pressure as fixed-income investments become relatively more attractive.
Shiva Cement to merge with parent JSW Cement
The transaction is expected to be completed within 12-14 months, subject to timely receipt of regulatory approvals
The United Nations’ long road to restoring trust
The UN, one of humanity’s greatest achievements, needs to confront its deepening crisis of trust
Winklevoss-owned Gemini switches Zcash software ahead of faster 25-second blocks
The new Zakura nodes caught up with the network in just over six hours in Gemini’s deployments. The crypto exchange’s previous software took close to a day.
How European investors can now buy bitcoin without taking on U.S. dollar risk
Asset management platform HANetf has listed ETCs in London, Frankfurt and Paris providing pound sterling and euro-hedged exposure to bitcoin.
Indian academia’s drift from reason to ritual
Academic institutions must remain spaces for scepticism, dissent and fearless inquiry
Nifty Outlook: Down in just 3 of last 10 Octobers — Can bulls return after September sell-off? Experts weigh in
October is anticipated to be volatile following September's sell-off. Analysts suggest possible tactical recovery, contingent on stabilizing crude prices and FII investments. Nifty's crucial support levels are being watched, with…
Bharatbala’s ‘Ramnami’ wins National Award: The story of the Chhattisgarh sect that tattoos ‘Ram’ on their bodies
A week after winning the National Award for Best Documentary for his short on the Ramnami community, filmmaker Bharat Bala speaks about his 1,000-film journey across India, and reuniting with AR Rahman after Vande Maataram
BSE share price dips 3% as Goldman Sachs, BNP Paribas sell 1.7% stake worth ₹2186 crore
BSE Limited's shares dropped nearly 3% following a stake sale by Goldman Sachs and BNP Paribas. The stock fell to ₹3075 on Wednesday.
Why has OpenAI cancelled the release of its latest model? | Explained
What safety concerns emerged during internal testing? What did the U.K.’s AI Security Institute find when it evaluated GPT-6 Astra’s behaviour in simulated cyber environments? Could these concerns force OpenAI and other AI companies to…
What is the Mamallan Reservoir project in Tamil Nadu and why is it being opposed? | Explained
The project, whose construction began during the erstwhile DMK regime, has raised concerns among fishing communities, residents, and environmental groups over its potential impact on wetlands, fisheries, and local hydrology
Teachers oppose Tamil Nadu government’s proposal to build memorial for TVK’s five ideological icons at ground belonging to University of Madras
The State government plans to build the memorial complex for Queen Velu Nachiyar, Periyar E.V. Ramasamy, B.R. Ambedkar, K. Kamaraj, and Anjalai Ammal on a portion of University Union Grounds in Chetpet, Chennai.
Nifty’s seven-week losing streak: Is a relief rally next?
History offers hope of a rebound, but the current sell-off is far milder than past seven-week declines, making a sustained recovery harder to call.
Nifty rejig: BSE in, Wipro out in index reshuffle - what lies ahead for exchange stock investors? Experts show roadmap
BSE shares fell nearly 4% as it entered the Nifty 50 index, replacing Wipro, which moved to the Nifty Next 50. Analysts offer mixed views on BSE's future, with Macquarie optimistic about its growth while Bernstein and Nuvama express…
U.S. to hike EB-5 Green Card fees
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services will more than double filing fees for the investor visa programme, effective November 30, 2026
‘Dorothy’, a long-awaited embrace for the queer community
As ‘Dorothy’ wins over audiences, trans activists and members of the queer community speak about seeing their lives, desires and struggles reflected with tenderness in Karthik Subbaraj’s film
"Don't Mess With Me": K Kavitha Accuses KTR Of Driving BRS Into Decline
K Kavitha launched a sharp attack on KT Rama Rao and accused him of pushing the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) into decline.
EAM Jaishankar warns of ‘major food crisis’ in coming months
"We are today looking at a situation where some of the major grain exporters will not be able to send out their shipments, particularly out to the Black Sea," S. Jaishankar said
When Fortran ran for the first time
On September 20, 1954, the first successful test compilation and execution of a computer program using Fortran took place. Built by a team of pioneers in computer programming and led by John Backus, it wasn’t until 1957 that Fortran was…
Apple Pay goes live in India with Axis Bank-issued Visa and Mastercard cards
Customers can add their eligible credit card to the Apple Wallet via the Axis Bank app, or through the Wallet app on their Apple iPhone
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max Review | Only a few standout strengths to its name
There are meaningful strengths, and they make the Redmi 17 Pro Max a dependable phone for people who value endurance and durability above everything else
Indian economy fares better in August but renewed worries linger
India’s August economic indicators showed stronger performance, driven by vehicle sales, credit growth, a stronger rupee, and a narrower trade deficit. But renewed geopolitical risks could hamper the economy’s momentum.
Sundar Pichai joins Trump, Zuckerberg, Musk to sign White House Super Intelligence accord: AI safety measures explained
Google CEO Sundar Pichai has signed the White House Accord on Super Intelligence with Donald Trump and other leading technology executives. The voluntary agreement sets out safeguards, independent assessments and board oversight for…
Bitcoin bulls have one price level to defend
Here's the level analysts are watching and what a break below it could mean for the bulls.
Pest resistance is forcing India’s crop-protection firms to rethink product strategies: Insecticides India MD
Resistance to chemicals and formulations is an evolving challenge, particularly in crops where the same pest pressures persist over multiple seasons, said Rajesh Aggarwal, MD of Insecticides (India).
Christa Pike set to become first woman executed by Tennessee in two centuries
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected an 11th-hour bid for a stay of execution, which is set to take place at the Riverbend Maximum Security Institution in Nashville, the state capital
OpenAI launches Dots to take on Meta’s Muse with AI agents that can act on your behalf
OpenAI introduced Dots at its DevDay event, creating AI agents for autonomous task management. These agents can connect with over 4,000 apps and operate independently. Meta launched Muse, a personal AI agent designed to assist users with…
European stablecoin issuer AllUnity launches USD stablecoin USDAU
AllUnity is launching USDAU, its fourth fiat-backed stablecoin, expanding a MiCA-regulated lineup that already covers the euro, Swiss franc and Swedish krona.
At the Chettinad Heritage and Cultural Festival, a revival takes root
The Chettinad Heritage and Cultural Festival offers a glimpse of a wider revival, driven by people such as Meenakshi Meyyappan, revivalist Visalakshi Ramaswamy and architect Benny Kuriakose who are finding new ways to preserve, reinvent…
OpenAI unveils GPT-6.1 Sol and ‘Dots’ AI agents at DevDay
Sam Altman unveils lower-cost model at DevDay as OpenAI showcases always-on AI agents powered by GPT-6 Astra
Trump releases AI accord with tech executives
The document was signed by Mr. Trump and the bosses of Google, Anthropic, Meta, OpenAI, social media platform X and NVIDIA.
India to have more elderly people later this century as fertility falls, age structure shifts: Moody’s
Moody’s Ratings says India’s fertility has already fallen below replacement level, as the global fertility rate has declined from 4.9 to about 2.2 children per woman since 1950
Understanding vitiligo
Affecting up to around 2% of people around the world, vitiligo can begin at any point in your life, even though mostly seen in childhood and early adulthood.
U.S. to impose visa restrictions on Indian travel agents who facilitate illegal immigration
Announcement by the U.S. State Department spokesperson cited efforts to cut off ‘alien smuggling networks’ and explained that the policy is global and applies even to Visa Waiver Program qualifiers.
Painkillers, antibiotics, and kidney disease: Why has drug regulator issued a fresh warning?
The regulator has asked the public not to take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or antibiotics indiscriminately, repeatedly or for prolonged periods without medical advice.
Lack of understanding about cross-border terror concerns impacts bilateral ties: Jaishankar on India-U.S. relations
External Affairs Minister S. v says terrorism from Pakistan is a primary Indian concern, and its lack of full appreciation by partners affects ties, amid warming Washington-Islamabad relations
Iran retaliates after Israeli strikes its nuclear program; 3 killed, several wounded
Iran retaliated by launching drones and later firing waves of ballistic missiles at Israel, where explosions lit the night skies over Jerusalem and Tel Aviv and shook the buildings below
Robinhood unveils an AI that trades your money 24/7, and you carry all the risk
Robinhood users could soon get an AI agent that trades on their behalf, even at 2 a.m. But if a trade goes wrong, users' bear the risk, not Robinhood.
What are Dots, OpenAI’s new AI agents?
The usage cost of Dots is included directly in existing ChatGPT subscription plans, and the service is available to ChatGPT Pro, Business Premium, and Enterprise users at “no additional cost”
Japan calls on India to fast-track internal process on UNICORN naval radar agreement
The pact for transfer of technology was signed during Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s India visit in July
Kalshi in advanced talks to raise new funding at $40B valuation: Reuters
The prediction market was valued at $22 billion in a $1 billion funding round just four months ago, after doubling its valuation from December.
Fireflies brings AI voice dictation to email, Slack, documents and prompts across the workday
Fireflies.ai has introduced a voice dictation feature called Fireflies Talk that allows users to speak instead of type across several applications. This new feature supports more than 100 languages, including several Indian languages, and…
Brazil’s Lula slams ‘interference’ in previously colonised countries, without naming Trump
Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has slammed what he calls a renewed colonial push against developing nations at a summit in Colombia
Trump looms large over Brazil's presidential election
‘It can be expected that Brazil will also be the target of a U.S. attempt to influence the elections,’ given Mr. Trump’s past ‘partisan interventionism’, according to Oliver Stuenkel, a professor
India criticises Pakistan’s ‘falsehoods’ and ‘deceit’ at UN; warns terrorism will have consequences
India used its Right of Reply after Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif credited U.S. President Donald Trump for a ‘timely intervention’ in the 2025 conflict and raised the Kashmir issue
RBI may raise repo rate by 100 bps through H1 2027: BofA Securities
Bank of America Securities has revised its forecast for the Reserve Bank of India’s interest rate hikes. It now anticipates a total increase of 100 basis points by mid-2027. The first hike is expected during the monetary policy meeting in…
XRP Ledger starts carrying fund records from Brazil operator overseeing $4 trillion
The regulated operator is mirroring ownership of selected investment funds on XRPL while keeping its existing database as the official record.
A Lok Sabha bypoll in Tamil Nadu that triggered the first Motion of Confidence in Indian legislature
The by-election in question was for the Aruppukottai Lok Sabha constituency, which was considered to be the largest in the country in the early 1950s
Beyond Fort St. George: Tamil Nadu government’s quest for an Assembly-Secretariat site is more than a century old
Somehow, the Fort had such an appeal that the legislature kept coming back to the historic 17th-century vestige of the colonial era
What is brain fog and when does it need investigation
Neurologists explain the difference between everyday forgetfulness and persistent cognitive difficulties; what can contribute to brain fog the conditions and medicines that can contribute, and when tests or specialist assessment are needed
The 1981 byelection that triggered twists and turns in Tamil Nadu politics
There is an ongoing litigation in the Madras High Court over the election results in the Tirupattur Assembly constituency, where the ruling TVK candidate was declared elected by just one vote. Interestingly, 40 years ago, Tirupattur hogged…
Lessons from the history of rebellions in AIADMK and DMK in Tamil Nadu
With discomfort in the AIADMK showing no signs of subsiding, after former School Education Minister and veteran leader K.A. Sengottaiyan was divested of party posts following his call for the return of estranged leaders, it is a timely…
Rupee trades in narrow range against U.S. dollar in early trade
Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback’s strength against a basket of six currencies, was trading at 101.40, higher by 0.04%
China's Kimi AI models bypass guardrails on bioweapons, assassinations: 5 key things to know
China's Kimi AI models were found to bypass safety measures, allowing discussions on harmful topics. Mindgard reported this issue during their testing of Kimi K2.6 and K3 Swarm. The findings raise concerns about the safety of open-weight…
OpenAI Dots vs Meta Muse: How AI agents differ in features, use cases
OpenAI Dots and Meta Muse are taking AI beyond chatbots with agents that can browse the web, use connected tools, plan tasks and continue working toward a user's goal. Here's how OpenAI and Meta's AI agents differ, and how GPT-6.1 Sol and…
Sensex rises 190 points in early trade after two days of losses
The 30-share BSE Sensex advanced 190 points to 72,733.04 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty was up 22 points to 22,735.20
Why rare-disease drugs could become India’s next pharma frontier
Since India has already shown the world how to make drugs affordable, the next challenge is to show the world how to make rare-disease drugs accessible; with a streamlined regulatory pathway, appropriate financial incentives, and…
2 Suicides In 5 Days: Andhra Cops Probe Medical College Students' Death
The college administration has said that it was conducting regular counselling for students and urged students and parents to inform college authorities when they face difficulties.
Bitcoin rally shows signs of cooling even as a 'bull score' gauge nears its perfect score
A trend guage tracked on onchain analysis firm CryptoQuant is near its ceiling. The buyers who drove BTC to an eight-month high are already pulling back.
Illinois draft crypto tax rules detail DeFi, stablecoin treatment
Illinois’ draft rules spell out how its 0.2% digital asset transaction tax would apply to stablecoins, DeFi platforms, crypto bridges and self-custody transfers.
India’s $25 billion deep tech bet: Can it close the gap with US, China? Where will money be invested?
Deep tech is a rapidly maturing sector, moving swiftly from early prototypes to real commercialization.
Crypto.com AI agent still in ‘stealth mode’ nearly 8 months after Super Bowl debut
In February, ai.com drew enough traffic to crash its website after a $15 million Super Bowl ad, but months later, users are still wondering what’s happened to their promised AI agent.
The question of access
On the price and safety of medicines, changing vaccination needs, AI in medicine, prevention and new research
State of anticipation: on Jammu and Kashmir and Statehood
J&K should be given its Statehood without any further delay
Binance Pay lets visitors spend crypto at PayPay merchants in Japan
Binance Pay will let overseas users spend more than 100 cryptocurrencies at PayPay-supported merchants in Japan through HIVEX, while stores receive yen.
Spiritual Guru Kalki Bhagavan Dies At 77
Kalki Bhagavan rose to prominence through his spiritual teachings, meditation programmes and Oneness Blessing (Deeksha), attracting followers in India and several other countries.
Trump gets Big Tech to sign AI safety pledge: What OpenAI, Google, Meta and Anthropic have agreed to do
Calling the agreement “almost like a constitution,” Trump positioned the pledge as a necessary safeguard against the rapid spread of advanced AI.
"What Would We Do For Food?" Fishermen On New Secretariat Project In Chennai
Chief Minister Vijay-led TVK government has proposed a Rs 1,200-crore, state-of-the-art Secretariat-cum-Assembly complex spread over 26 acres, in Pattinapakkam.
OpenAI’s Dots can act on your behalf: What its new AI agents can actually do
OpenAI has unveiled Dots, a new class of always-on AI agents designed to pursue user goals across apps with limited supervision. Here’s what the agents can actually do, how they handle sensitive tasks and what OpenAI says about data…
India rejects Kashmir references in Turkish President’s UNGA address as ‘unwarranted’
“India rejects unwarranted references to India and the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir made by the President of Turkiye during his UNGA address,” Randhir Jaiswal said
U.S. says two Indian nationals indicted in counterfeit Ozempic smuggling scheme
Between July 2023 and April 2024, Swapnadip Roy and Vicky Ramancha allegedly obtained counterfeit Ozempic in China and sold it to U.S. distributors at discounted prices, Justice Department said
AI should create more jobs than layoffs, though it will still be painful
New research from the McKinsey Global Institute estimates 11 million American workers will need to find different jobs in the next decade, but another 41 jobs will be added.
OpenAI bets on always-on AI agents as safety concerns test pace of AI development
OpenAI announced new AI agents named Dots that assist users by completing tasks proactively. CEO Sam Altman highlighted the importance of safety and security in AI development during his keynote. The company decided to halt the rollout of…
Anthropic IPO prospectus reveals deep reliance on Amazon, Google for sales and compute
Anthropic plans a highly anticipated IPO and seeks a valuation of approximately $2 trillion. The company reported a sharp increase in revenue alongside rising operational losses due to its aggressive expansion plans. Almost half of its…
Trump says top tech firms have signed accord to 'self-police' AI development
President Donald Trump and executives from top tech companies met to discuss the development of artificial intelligence. They signed a voluntary accord aimed at addressing public concerns about the technology's risks. Executives agree to…
Trump accord calls for tech firms to ‘self police’ their own frontier AI
The voluntary accord puts much of the responsibility for managing frontier AI risks on developers.
Sam Altman says OpenAI won’t go public until its models are safe
For months, people have wondered when OpenAI will go public. CEO Sam Altman says it won't happen until the company can make better promises about model safety, with no firm timeline in sight. "We intend to continue with AI progress … but…
America.gov gets really weird when you ask it about Minecraft, but it’s not a glitch
For the sake of national security, it's a relief to learn that America.gov is not hallucinating to the point that it's penning lengthy poetry.
Robinhood adds AI agents, perps and weekend trading in push to win active traders
The brokerage is expanding its trading hours and adding leveraged crypto products and automated trading tools to attract more active investors.
Trump orders US government to call AI ‘Super Intelligence’
The US executive branch is no longer acknowledging the existence of "artificial intelligence." Going forward, official policy websites, policy documents, and press releases will refer only to "Super Intelligence," thanks to a new executive…
The internet is convinced Elon Musk’s xAI trolled OpenAI’s ‘Dots’ launch
Before OpenAI launched its new AI agent, Dots, on Tuesday, Elon Musk's xAI had already acquired the domain name "dot.com," which now redirects to the Grok chatbot download page.
How India's election chief became embroiled in a crisis of trust
Praised as a tough administrator, Gyanesh Kumar now finds himself at the centre of election-related controversy.
Elon Musk’s AI-powered Grokipedia is updating again
Grokipedia, the AI-powered online encyclopedia from SpaceXAI, appears to be updating articles once again after a months-long pause. In August, Lawfare reported that articles on Grokipedia hadn't reviewed edits since April, but the…
Ethereum Gets Another Privacy Boost as Aztec Brings Back zk.money
Aztec Labs relaunched its self-custodial zk.money wallet on Aztec Network, letting users make private stablecoin payments using readable tags.
Cboe's New S&P Deal Opens the Door to Tokenized Options
The renewed agreement preserves Cboe's exclusive rights to S&P 500 index options through 2051 while opening the door to pairing the flagship benchmark with blockchain infrastructure.
Bitwise Launches First US Spot Near ETF After Token Nearly Triples Since August
Bitwise's NRR began trading on NYSE Arca Tuesday, giving brokerage accounts NEAR exposure and staking rewards as the AI-focused token soars.
U.S. Supreme Court lets quick deportations to third countries resume for now
The case comes amid a sweeping immigration crackdown by the Trump administration, which has pledged to deport millions of people who are living in the United States illegally.
OpenAI’s latest features take direct aim at the app store model
OpenAI is building out the pieces of an alternative to the traditional app store model, turning ChatGPT into a place where software can be discovered and used by people and AI agents alike.
Trump’s AI game plan: ‘No second place’ as he vows to beat China — What he said after meeting with tech giants
Donald Trump's comments pointed to a clear emphasis on rapid AI development, US leadership over China and limited government intervention.
Anthropic Lost $42 Billion Last Year. It Wants to Go Public at $2 Trillion
The company's IPO prospectus shows revenue up twelvefold, a $518 billion spending plan, and a risk section warning that its own AI could pose existential risks to humanity.
Crypto regulation at SEC, CFTC to come down to 3 commissioners following key resignation
Seven commissioner seats at the SEC and CFTC will be empty after Friday, leaving only a few leaders at financial regulators to oversee aspects of the $3 trillion crypto industry.
OpenAI valuation could hit $1.4T in new funding round: Report
OpenAI is reportedly seeking another $30 billion from investors as the ChatGPT developer pushes its long-awaited public market debut into 2027.
OpenAI reportedly in talks to raise $30B round at $1.4T valuation
The new round is anticipated to be the company's last before its delayed 2027 public debut.
Kakaopay partners with Dinari, Ondo to explore tokenized Korean stocks
Kakaopay Securities is working with Dinari and Ondo Finance to explore tokenizing Korean-listed equities and expanding their availability to investors in international markets.
Highly educated professionals are vulnerable to financial cybercrime, finds IIT-Madras study
The researchers found that victims were often targeted during periods of stress or life disruption, including illness in the family, retirement, job searches, or workplace pressure
Man arrested for cheating woman
After investigation, the police traced and arrested Ali Harman of Tharapakkam
New pedestrian subway on Chennai - Bengaluru Highway in Vellore will be ready by October, says NHAI
NHAI officials said that the new underpass will end a de-tour of at least one km for motorists and pedestrians to reach Old Town and Katpadi across Palar River in the town
India’s growing elderly population needs an integrated care system, says report
The report calls for better integration of wellness and chronic care, home care, assisted living, rehabilitation, memory care and palliative and end-of-life care
Temple burgled near Katpadi
CCTV camera footage on the route was also being analysed to nab the suspects
CMC organises events to mark World Heart Day
Ranipet Collector N. Priya Ravichandran was the chief guest
12% deficit: Rain report gives a dry reading
The impact is showing in commodity markets: prices of several pulses are up amid crop concerns and festive demand. Maharashtra has declared drought across large parts, and Karnataka is facing similar conditions.
Forest Department provides free coaching for tribal aspirants in Jawadhu Hills to appear for competitive examinations
The team of forest officials, whose co-ordinator was S. Gunasekaran, forest range officer, Jamunamarathur, decided to focus on TNPSC examinations as a large number of posts for tribal youth were available
Someone Finally Jailbroke the PS5—Just After Sony Said Players Don’t Own Their Games
Linear Fox founder Nathan Fargo released a public jailbreak for the PS5, dubbed Relapse, while Sony argues in court that players don't own their digital games.
Poor diet, sedentary habits contribute to rising metabolic disorders among young people, says expert
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research organises Prof. S.P. Thyagarajan Endowment Oration
Robotic cameras to help in detecting leaks and pollution in water network across Chennai
Chennai Metrowater has engaged Solinas Integrity Private Limited, an IIT-M-incubated start-up, to fast-track the identification of complaints; robots were previously deployed on a pilot basis in 2023
Foodgrain output target cut over El Nino impact
Of the overall target, 177.72 mt is expected to come from the rabi season, agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, said at the National Agriculture Conference-Rabi Campaign 2026 Tuesday.
India a 'bright spot' amid uncertainty: Shaktikanta Das
India recorded average annual real GDP growth of 7.9% between 2021-22 and 2025-26, while growth in the first quarter of 2026-27 stood at 7.8%, he noted. He attributed the momentum to domestic demand, industrial and services activity, and a…
Services output grows 13.5%, 17 of 19 sectors expand
The service sector is expected to maintain its underlying strength in the months ahead, said Rajani Sinha, chief economist at CareEdge Ratings. However, she added that the sector could, to some extent, be affected by challenging external…
OpenAI Gave AI Agents Their Own Computers at DevDay 2026. Here's Everything It Announced
OpenAI's DevDay launched dots, always-on AI agents with their own computers, plus a cheaper GPT-6.1 Sol and a $500 speed tier. Here's every announcement, explained for people who don't speak AI.
SBI seeks clarity on handling of bank accounts, deposits under FCRA bill
State Bank of India officials are seeking clarity on handling accounts when an organization’s registration is suspended. They highlighted risks for smaller entities that may lose access to funds upon missing renewal deadlines. The JPC is…
Bhavya industrial parks application deadline extended
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is inviting applications under the scheme in two rounds, it said in an office memorandum.
MSME data to power National Business Register
The SBR will serve as a comprehensive database of business establishments across the country. Under the MoU, the two ministries will develop a structured format for sharing information from the MSME ministry's enterprise registration…
Here’s why OpenAI is absent from Nvidia’s industry-wide effort to end rogue AI agents
OpenAI isn't a public supporter of Nvidia's Open Agent Safety Platform, but it is privately working with Nvidia, TechCrunch has learned.
OpenAI unveils cheaper GPT-6.1 Sol and autonomous Dots agents amid intensifying AI race
New mid-range model comes after company drops upgraded Astra version
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Silver lining: on the Samarkand Chess Olympiad and India
That India came second to Uzbekistan in Chess Olympiad should not be dispiriting
China’s ‘10 million tonnes’ US coal bet is about more than energy: What Beijing gets from trade deal | Explained
US coal purchases could give American miners a new export market, while helping China offer concessions in wider trade talks with Washington.
Cboe, S&P Dow Jones may explore tokenized options contracts under extended licensing deal
The agreement opens the door to tokenized derivatives as some of Wall Street's biggest institutions, including Nasdaq, NYSE and DTCC, move traditional markets onchain.
Crypto ETFs Surge as Bitcoin Funds Add $2.95 Billion in 30 Days
Bitcoin ETFs extended their inflow streak to eight straight days on Monday, bouncing back from the Clarity Act sell-off in a big way.
OpenAI targets $30 billion in new funding at $1.4 trillion valuation
The company is seeking a valuation of around $1.4 trillion, not including the money raised, said the people, potentially vaulting it back above longtime rival Anthropic’s most recent private market valuation. Bloomberg News previously…
What does it take to obtain justice for cybercrime?
The Status of Policing in India Report (SPIR) 2026, based on a survey by Lokniti-CSDS and Common Cause across 16 States, examines two factors that enable the progress of redressal in cybercrime complaints – bribery and using the influence…
Who is the most vulnerable to cyber frauds?
Amid deeper integration into the digital ecosystem, cybercrime cases rose 17.9% nationally, to 1,01,928 in 2024; respondents who spent more time online were more likely to be targeted by fraudsters, while financial fraud was more closely…
Man hacked to death by unidentified persons in Triplicane
Two unidentified persons attacked him with knives shortly after two women approached him and asked him to step out of his house for a chat
NCLAT issues notice to creditors on Subhash Chandra's plea; sets next hearing for October 29-30
A three-member Bench of NCLAT also granted a week's time to Subhash Chandra to file a rejoinder to the creditors' reply
OpenAI takes on Microsoft with the launch of what feels a whole lot like ChatGPT’s own office suite
OpenAI's newly announced suite of office features puts it into more direct competition with more traditional software companies.
AI researchers put out videos saying superintelligence is ‘exactly as dangerous as it sounds’
"The chance of human extinction is about a coin flip, in my view," Geoffrey Irving, a former OpenAI and Google DeepMind employee, said in a new interview. It's one of a dozen interviews with AI researchers, including current and former…
Eloelo Group opens AI video production engine to creators, brands, studios
Entertainment company Eloelo Group has unveiled Dolphin AI, an agentic AI studio designed to handle video production from scripting and planning to generation and editing. The AI agent's main proposition is to maintain continuity across…
Essar comes back in steel with $18 bn U.S. manufacturing bet
For Essar, U.S. investment represents a second opportunity to build a globally competitive steel business after losing control of its flagship Indian steel asset
BBC Director-General Deems AI-Generated Doctor Who Episode 'Pretty Good'
Matt Brittin, who joined the BBC from Google, argued that "not all creativity is bad," while noting that the technology won't replace humans.
AI-powered app maker Wabi pivots to a messaging experience
Wabi is repositioning its prompt-based app builder as a personal AI agent that can create interfaces on demand, combining chat, apps, and ongoing tasks.
OpenAI launches Dots, its bubbly agentic avatar
Dots are meant to operate independent of any specific hardware or interface, pursuing user-defined goals continuously in the background with minimal oversight.
OpenAI gives Codex reusable cloud environments that work across devices
OpenAI is expanding Codex with reusable cloud development environments, a revamped CLI with voice controls, new code review tools, and a security-focused product for scanning repositories and preparing fixes.
OpenAI expands ChatGPT’s plug-ins with app-like interfaces and automations
OpenAI is expanding ChatGPT plug-ins with dedicated sidebar homes, interactive panels, file viewers, improved discovery, and support for automations.
OpenAI launches Dots, its Muse competitor
OpenAI is responding to Meta's buzzy Muse AI with agentic helpers of its own: Dots. During its DevDay keynote on Tuesday, OpenAI announced that Dots will serve as always-on AI assistants that can "do nearly anything" across connected apps…
Bitwise launches first US spot NEAR ETF after token’s recent surge
Bitwise’s NEAR ETF begins trading on NYSE Arca as the token rallies more than 160% over the past month and activity on NEAR Intents grows.
MeitY IndiaAI Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence to be launched on Wednesday
A major milestone accompanying the launch is the announcement of CAIK’s first cohort of 15 start-ups.
Lula draws the line amid Trump interference in Brazil’s close and tough election
Lula says ‘Brazil does not fit in anyone’s backyard’ even as the country’s top intelligence agency raises the risk of U.S. interference in the October 4 elections to a ‘critical level’. In recent months, the Trump administration has put…
Eiffel Tower chief to quit after female staff replaced by men during Hindu religious visit
The company that runs the Eiffel Tower said the removal of female staff during the visit earlier this month was "unacceptable".
Is the Red September Curse Over? Bitcoin Set for Best September on Record
Bitcoin is up 7.33% in September, edging past 2024 as the best September on record, with one day left before the monthly candle closes.
Bitcoin gives back gains as long-term holder supply keeps $85K out of reach
Bitcoin failed to make another run at $85,000 as sellers held the line above current levels, while surging US bond yields weighed on stocks and precious metals.
Bitget CEO ‘not very optimistic’ on recovering funds from $388M breach
Gracy Chen said she saw the 2025 Bybit hack as a “good reference point” for Bitget’s security breach, noting that only a small percentage of funds had been frozen or recovered.
Burnham questions Brexit, says Britain should consider options for EU ties
The Prime Minister said the U.K. needed higher growth, as he promised to share the various options that Britain had in terms of its long term relationship with the EU, ahead of a U.K.-EU Summit later this year.
Platform shelters in 10 railway stations on the west section to be replaced with new ones
The Chennai division of Southern Railway has already started work in Annanur and Pattabhiram railway stations after the tender was awarded to a contractor in September
Ethereum users get another way to pay privately as zk.money returns after three years
The relaunched wallet hides payments made on the Aztec Network, while deposits from Ethereum remain visible.
Trump’s AI summit with tech giants Zuckerberg, Musk, Pichai, Huang, Amodei — 5 things to watch
The talks come amid growing concerns about autonomous AI systems, public calls for regulation and the strategic competition between the United States and China.
‘Savukku’ Shankar sentenced to three-year-imprisonment in defamation case
He had made the statements against a former newsreader in 2013
OpenAI shelves GPT-6.1 Astra over safety concerns, halts October release
Model reportedly struggled with staying within authorised scope and accurately communicating its actions, even as rival Anthropic warns investors of potentially catastrophic AI risks
UPITS: 6 partner nations, Rs 15,500 cr potential business, agro-food & mfg interest sectors
The Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2026 concluded with 4,400 Memoranda of Understanding worth approximately Rs 6,500 crore. There were around 41,500 B2B meetings and an estimated business potential of Rs 15,500 crore from…
Taiwan says U.S. arms sales to island are unchanged, but a $14 billion package remains on hold
Taiwan’s defense minister says U.S. arms sales to Taiwan remain unchanged, despite a stalled $14 billion package
CCB searches 5 locations in private school approval fraud case
Searches were conducted at the houses and offices belonging to former Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi and his aides in Chennai and Tiruchi
Israeli settlers attack West Bank village, blocking family's return home
Two houses belonging to the Tubasi family in Jalud village were seized by settlers weeks ago, amid a surge of settler violence and land seizures that have drawn international condemnation.
No bar on conducting byelection in Perundurai, Election Commission tells Madras High Court
It, however, adds that bypolls to Tiruchi East, Ambasamudram, Viralimalai and Karur will have to wait till disposal of connected election petitions
Russia's ballistic missile, jet-propelled drone blitz keeps Kyiv on edge
The Russian onslaught has used new jet-powered drones that fly too fast and too high for Ukrainian ground-based air defences to shoot down.
Jamie Dimon wants fewer trade barriers with Europe. But there’s a catch
Jamie Dimon wants fewer trade barriers with Europe, but says the EU must first reform its economy, defence and energy sectors.
Special drive against habitual offenders carried out in Avadi Commissionerate
The drive, conducted from September 26 to 28, covered the Avadi and Red Hills police districts
El Nino fears: Govt cuts foodgrain target by 2.63 MT
India has announced a reduced foodgrain production target of 373.93 million tonnes for the 2026-27 crop year. The decision comes amidst concerns over El Niño weather patterns impacting agricultural conditions across the country. Sowing…
FM Sitharaman meets AIIB President, suggests expansion of financing beyond physical infra
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) President Zou Jiayi and suggested the bank expand its focus to include newer infrastructure that centres on AI, MSMEs, and skilling. She reiterated that…
Cleartrip bets on holidays for growth; targets high-single-digit share
The platform is trying to build a new revenue engine around holidays after spending nearly two decades scaling its air and hotel businesses
Panel proposes raising RBI's ways and means advances corpus by 11.2% to Rs 67,839 crore
The panel has also recommended an annual review of the WMA corpus capping annual upward revision at 4%. The extent of upward revision could be based on the last three years of accounts while there would be no reduction in the existing…
RoDTEP scheme extension likely for exporters as September 30 deadline nears
The government plans to extend the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products scheme to support exporters. This initiative aims to provide refunds for various embedded taxes, which could otherwise raise costs for Indian goods…
Paris Eiffel Tower says chief to step down after uproar over removing women staff
Patrick Branco Ruivo, who has been in charge of the Paris landmark since 2018, would leave his job at the end of the year after an internal probe revealed that "operational flaws and shortcomings", in organising the visit by a Hindu…
Kaani tribal woman becomes first law graduate from community in Kanniyakumari
S. Evangelin Nishma, who is currently practising in Chennai, chose to pursue law with the aim of serving the people and encouraging more tribal students in the district to explore higher education and professional careers
Tata Trusts within right to seek merger, but Tata Sons can challenge: Lawyer
The proposed restructuring aims to take Tata Sons out from NBFC/CIC framework. Whether that objective could be achieved depend on final structure and RBI’s assessment, not on unilateral decision by Tata Trusts or Tata Sons
‘If you miss India, you’ll miss a large chunk of the 21st century’: Manuel Muñiz
In an interview to The Hindu, the former official in Spain’s foreign office also said that there is an “immense case” to be made for European companies to be investing in India
Shaktikanta Das flags eastward shift in global economy, urges Global South to seize opportunities
Shaktikanta Das says the global economy is shifting eastward, urging Global South nations to focus on trade, energy, food security and jobs.
Global economy is shifting East, Global South must seize the moment: Shaktikanta Das
The Principal Secretary-2 Shaktikanta Das outlined the challenges and opportunities facing Global South economies during recent discussions. Energy shocks, trade barriers, and geopolitical uncertainties pose significant risks for these…
Indian Oil plans to launch packaged drinking water under own brand across 43,000 fuel outlets
The oil marketing company proposes a multi-year aggregator-led revenue sharing model as part of a strategy to grow non-fuel revenue and offer value-added products to customers
Fever cases see spurt in Kozhikode, alert issued against measles
Hundreds of patients seeking outpatient treatment every day in government hospitals and health centres in the district
Democrats killed the Clarity Act
Democrats should remember the people they represent and do what's best for them, not what's best for their political calculus, consultants, and special interests, writes Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.).
Bitcoin Hovers at $84K as Treasury Yields Hold Near Multi-Year Highs
Analysts point to crude prices capping non-yielding assets, while spot ETFs have taken money in for eight sessions running.
Centre leaves it to ECI to take a call on conduct of byelections to five constituencies in Tamil Nadu
Additional Solicitor General tells Madras High Court that he has been asked by the Union Ministry of Law and Justice to leave the matter to be argued by the Election Commission
CM Vijay’s visit: Traffic diversions announced in Coimbatore
The CM will arrive here en route to Dharapuram, where he will be campaigning for P Sathyabama who is the TVK candidate for the Oct 6 byelection.
People will decide on AIADMK-DMK alliance speculation, says Minister
Rajmohan defends the TVK’s bypoll campaign
Is the U.S. taking the upper hand in the battle of Hormuz?
In June, when the U.S. signed the MoU with Iran, Washington agreed to make concessions in return for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, while the nuclear talks were pushed to the back burner; as the stalemate continues, the U.S. seeks to…
India rejects Australia's high sugar subsidy claims at WTO
Australia referring to the WTO panel in the India sugar and sugarcane dispute which found in 2021 that India’s sugar support regime was inconsistent with its WTO obligations and subsidies were in excess of levels permitted under WTO rules.
NMDC commissions 2 MTPA pellet plant in Nagarnar
The project is part of broader expansion and diversification strategy, particularly as it eyes raising iron ore production capacity to 100 million tonnes in the long term
Chennai coffee man: Ravi Master’s famous filter coffee finds a new home at Hotel Maris
Ravi master, known for his popular filter coffee at Saravana Bhavan on Radhakrishnan Salai, now serves his loyal customers from a coffee truck at Hotel Maris, Chennai
Peter Brandt says Bitcoin may hit $600K by 2029, calls XRP a ‘fool coin’
An October pullback could offer a buying opportunity before Bitcoin’s next cycle peak, which Brandt expects between $300,000 and $600,000. He’s not sold on “fool coin” XRP.
U.P. focuses on utilisation of Gram Sabha ponds, reservoirs, rivers to make fisheries backbone of rural livelihood
The State government says more than 80,000 hectares of Gram Sabha ponds and 2,205 km of rivers have been brought under leasing, and fish production has risen from 6.29 lakh tonnes to 15.90 lakh tonnes in eight years
TAVI has ushered in a new age in treating aortic valve diseases: how it works and who it is for
For several decades, severe aortic valve diseases were treated only with open heart surgery. TAVI has revolutionised the entire process for eligible patients. For several decades, severe aortic valve diseases were treated only with open…
Director Balaji Tharaneetharan on Vijay Sethupathi’s ‘Baththa’ and recreating '80s North Madras
The writer-director also speaks about Vijay Sethupathi’s evolution as an actor over the years and how he liked working with the youth sensation Sai Abhyankkar for the music of the film
Global shares mixed after Wall Street dips; oil prices stabilise
U.S. futures edged lower and oil prices stabilised over uncertainties about U.S.-Iran talks and the possible reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial route for global oil shipments
Trump ‘surprised’ U.K. air base terror suspects out on bail
“I’m surprised that they released them,” Mr. Trump told reporters, even as he praised the U.K. authorities for working “very closely” with the U.S.
ZEISS Group sees India’s tough operating terrain as global test lab
For ZEISS, India’s toughest conditions may become the proving ground for some of the world’s most resilient precision technologies; Chennai facility would go beyond being an R&D centre to become part of its global innovation network
Why does male contraception still lag so far behind?
Contraceptive choice forms part of one’s reproductive agency. A safe male pill or long-acting reversible method would add, not subtract, choices. Giving both partners independent preventive options could reduce unintended pregnancies and…
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay felicitates Coimbatore policeman who held onto gutkha smugglers’ SUV for over 40 km to prevent their escape
Through coordinated police action, the SUV was intercepted near Avinashi in Tiruppur district
India’s new services speedometer flashes green across 17 sectors
Index of Services Production: In July, India's services sector experienced significant growth, with 17 of 19 sub-sectors reporting year-on-year increases. Administrative and support services demonstrated the highest growth rate at 20.9%…
Bitcoin ETF inflows leave institutional demand unclear: CoinShares
CoinShares says IBIT offers clues to institutional buying, but basis trades mean inflows are not necessarily bets on rising Bitcoin prices.
Spain aims to ban evictions until 2030 amid housing protests
Unaffordable housing has been a running sore for years in Spain, but the outcry over last Wednesday's eviction of 87-year-old Madrid pensioner Maricarmen Abascal sparked national uproar.
Iran threatens new strikes as it awaits US response to Hormuz plan
No regional infrastructure would be safe if Iran had no security, Iran’s parliamentary speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf said
India to have more older population set as fertility falls below replacement: Moody’s
Moody's Ratings indicates that India's fertility rates have fallen below replacement level, affecting its population structure. As a result, India is expected to have a much older population by the end of the century. This demographic…
RBI may face two hikes, one dilemma as repo rate is seen hitting 5.75% soon: Report
The Reserve Bank of India is projected to increase its repo rate by 25 basis points in October and December. Inflationary pressures, primarily from food and energy prices, are influencing this expected change. Nomura forecasts consumer…
Supreme Court questions steep mark-ups on cancer drugs, calls pricing disparity ‘carnage’
Petitioners seek the apex court’s intervention in regulating the prices of drugs, medical equipment, and generic medicines, making them more affordable
Diabetic Foot Society of India calls for global alliance
The DFSI has proposed that institutions come together to form a Global Alliance for Diabetic Foot Survival and Limb Preservation, to create a sustained, scientific, and policy platform for prevention, limb preservation, improved survival…
Foodgrain target for 2026-27 cut to 374 MT amid El Nino concerns
The Centre has also assured states of adequate availability of fertilisers, certified seeds and financial resources for the 2026-27 rabi season.
Freshworks’ Girish Mathrubootham turns producer with ‘Sarpatta Parambarai 2’
He is now all set to produce filmmaker Pa. Ranjith’s Sarpatta Parambarai 2 (Second Round), the sequel to the 2021 boxing drama
33 medical super-speciality seats go vacant in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu reserves 50% of the super-speciality seats for service candidates
The Download: climate tech companies to watch and AI’s discovery problem
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Coming soon: our 2026 list of Climate Tech Companies to Watch With the planet nearing 1.5 °C of…
Morning Minute: Citi and Coinbase Just Made Stablecoins Invisible
Plus, crypto majors rebound as oil and yields fall and Saylor’s Strategy returns to buying Bitcoin.
Police arrest California couple in public shooting death of their son-in-law
Jonathan McKinsey, a 40-year-old gaming engineer for The New York Times, was shot to death in the parking lot of a sports complex in Dublin, east of San Francisco
ECB puts AI agent payments on the digital euro drawing board
The ECB is seeking firms to explore AI agents and machine-to-machine interactions as it prepares a separate digital euro pilot for 2027.
10-year-old girl sexually assaulted in Maduranthakam, one arrested
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami expressed concern over the reported incident and urged the government to take stringent action against those responsible
Godrej Industries Group, Malaysian delegation discuss cooperation in oil palm innovation and business
Discussions covered areas of mutual interest across the Group’s businesses, particularly oil palm innovation and the household insecticides sector.
Documenting Chennai’s architecture
A book recently brought out by The Hindu Group of Publications and the Chennai Architecture Foundation documents the city’s modern architectural evolution
Bitcoin surging to $100,000 may be in play, after outperforming gold
Your day-ahead look for Sept. 29, 2026
Indian economy strong but needs to cut dependence on energy imports, PMO official says
India's economy is reportedly stable despite ongoing global uncertainties and tensions affecting many countries. Domestic demand is a significant factor contributing to this stability, as stated by principal secretary Shaktikanta Das. The…
27 killed across Nepal due to incessant rainfall since September 24: Authorities
Four people remain missing, while eight people were injured in the monsoon-induced incidents from September 24 to 28, according to the Nepal Home Ministry.
RBI rate hikes: Nomura predicts only 50 bps against market’s 125 bps bet, anticipating moderation in inflation pressures
Nomura said underlying inflation remains relatively contained despite a recent pickup.
Myanmar airstrike toll hits 50 as families gather dead
Witnesses say the military's air force raided the riverside commercial hub in Kyauktaw town in western Rakhine state around midday (05:30 GMT) on September 28
PNB scam: CBI arrests Nirav Modi's aide Sandeep Mistry after extradition from UAE
A special CBI court remanded fugitive businessman Nirav Modi’s associate Sandeep Mistry to judicial custody till October 6
The race to crown the 'fattest dog of Delhi'
The contest to crown the Indian capital's "chonkiest" dog has attracted thousands of votes.
Coming soon: Our 2026 list of Climate Tech Companies to Watch
Earlier this month, the UN announced the planet will tip past 1.5 ˚C of warming, “likely within the next few years,” squashing any lingering hope that nations would cut emissions fast enough to achieve the loftiest goal of the Paris…
Thirukkural woven in cotton: Karur weaver creates 133-page fabric book
The weaver, R. Prabhu, wants to gift a book to Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay
Ethereum schedules Glamsterdam upgrade on Sepolia for Oct. 6
Glamsterdam will bring proposer-builder separation, block-level access lists and new gas pricing, while its mainnet date remains unset.
Making AI an asset, not an expense
When customers talk about AI costs, the conversation usually starts with token prices and ends with access to the latest, most capable model in the cloud. Do they always need that level of capability? Not necessarily. But that is often…
Thousands of babies born in govt. hospitals, PHCs in central districts get gold rings
All babies born in government hospitals and primary health centres after June 22 are eligible to get the rings; District Collectors and Ministers launch the distribution
Amid safety and oversight questions, US-China AI development race continues
US President Donald Trump will meet a group of top technology executives at the White House on Tuesday to discuss where to draw the line between AI innovation and oversight.
Hotel industry expo in Chennai from October 1 to 3
With more than 150 stalls, the event at Chennai Trade Fair Complex will bring under one roof global and Indian cooking equipment manufacturers and suppliers
Canada's 'Crypto King' Aiden Pleterski to Represent Himself at Fraud Trial
The judge has told Pleterski he will raise objections on his behalf, to keep inadmissible evidence away from the jury.
Thirumavalavan opposes plan to outsource reading of electricity meters
He attributes the problem to shortage of staff and urges the T.N. government to fill vacancies in TNPDCL through internal recruitment
SiMa.ai raises $150 million to ‘scale lead in physical AI race’
Physical AI in humanoids, automotive, and drones is the gateway to a $50 trillion market that has remained largely untouched by modern innovation, says Founder and CEO Krishna Rangasayee
Transpersons speak out against online backlash over Tamil movie ‘Dorothy’
They say the film showcases the lived experiences of members of the community and request the public to see the good intentions of the film. The movie, which was released on September 25, faced homophobic and transphobic backlash online
Bitcoin near $83,900, Ethereum around $2,680 as crypto markets consolidate: Here is what experts say
Bitcoin consolidated near $83,900 while Ethereum traded around $2,680 as crypto markets experienced macro-driven risk-off pressure. Experts cite rising US Treasury yields, high crude oil prices, and profit-taking for the pullback, while…
Light on truth: on the Tamil Nadu G.O. and RTI
No government intent on working for the people should fear transparency
Rubio says U.K. airbase incident involved a foreign state
British police declared a major incident at the RAF Fairford base in western England following the arrests early on September 27, and the government held a national emergency meeting
FBI puts gangster Goldy Brar on 10 most wanted list with $1 million reward
The probe agency warned that Goldy Brar should be considered armed, dangerous and an escape risk
US crypto ETF inflows cool after $3.3B week but streaks hold
US spot crypto ETF inflows fell about 80% from Friday as Bitcoin, Ether, Solana and XRP funds attracted $64.8 million combined on Monday.
Seasonal infections are doing the rounds: what you should know
Hand and water hygiene remain crucial to preventing infections; do not self-medicate beyond paracetamol and see a doctor in case a fever lasts beyond five days or if there is any other organ involvement
Bitcoin bounces to $84K after US 30-year bond yield sets 24-year high
Bitcoin price action consolidated after early-week losses while protecting a “trend-defining” support zone.
Who is Goldy Brar? The gangster added to FBI Most Wanted list
Goldy Brar, the gang leader linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi network, has been added to the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list with a reward of up to $1 million.
Greece gets first MiCA entrants as watchdog denies Binance-Lagarde claim
Greece joined the EU MiCA register with four providers as HCMC expanded its denial of remarks attributed to officials in a report on Binance.
SEBI drops shareholding case against Vinod Adani, finds no proof he controlled offshore funds
The market regulator dropped minimum public shareholding and fraud allegations against Vinod Adani and 11 other noticees, while imposing ₹20 lakh penalties on two of them for withholding information
Flood mitigation work in Chennai and suburbs to be completed by October 15
Work on storm water drain in Kosasthalaiyar basin is almost complete; 0.69 km will be completed in two weeks
Coinbase Now Owns Every Layer of Its Derivatives Stack After CFTC Approval
Coinbase Clearing will take USDC as collateral and settle around the clock, though margined products stay with partners.
Why Rayalaseema farmers fear a bumper crop more than drought; can the ₹1-lakh-crore horticulture hub change that?
Farmers in the region fear a bumper yield the most, because the lack of cold storage and market linkages and exploitation by middlemen often force them into distress sales
Searches conducted at houses of ‘caliphate movement sympathisers’ in Thanjavur
The police said inquiries revealed that the six persons were actively involved in the activities of the movement named “Hizb-ut-Tahrir’ (HuT)
Amazon v. Perplexity: who’s in control when an AI agent acts for you?
In India, where e-commerce, automated consumer services, and AI adoption are all expanding rapidly, the legal dispute between Amazon.com and Perplexity AI offers a useful, if also imperfect, template to think about platform governance and…
What is the Tamil Nadu government’s one-gram gold ring scheme? | Explained
Chief Minister Vijay has announced the launch of Thaimaaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam. Here’s all you need to know about the scheme.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay launches Thaimaaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam at Madurai
The scheme, one of the poll promises of the ruling TVK, envisages gifting a one-gram gold ring to all newborn babies delivered in Tamil Nadu’s government hospitals on or after June 22 (Mr. Vijay’s birthday).
Butcher Kills Andhra Woman, Cuts Body Into Pieces, Dumps Into Canal
Police said CCTV footage, technical investigation and other evidence helped identify Shafi.
India's IIP growth may remain in single digits despite festive demand as weak monsoon, global risks weigh: Report
India's industrial production growth may stay in single digits in the upcoming months as several economic challenges persist. Festive demand could positively impact growth, but factors like weak monsoon, higher input costs, and global…
How an alleged rape sent an Indian university into turmoil and emptied hostels
Police are trying to verify whether a female student was raped at Lovely Professional University (LPU).
U.S. waives tariffs on certain speciality drugs from 20 countries, including India
Eligible products for the zero per cent tariff rate include all drugs designated for rare diseases, infertility treatments, cell therapies, gene therapies, antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), and animal pharmaceuticals. Components of these…
RBI drains $20 billion liquidity via FX operations: What it means for rupee, rates
The RBI has drained nearly $20 billion in excess rupee liquidity through foreign exchange operations, bond sales and reverse repos. The measures, along with tax outflows, have sharply reduced the banking system's liquidity surplus, while…
Lava launches Spark 2 Pro 5G in India
It operates on Android 16 out of the box and will receive 1 Android OS upgrade and 2 years of security updates
Pope Leo XIV: AI doom fears are not ‘fake news’
The first U.S. pope, who has warned of the dangers of AI throughout his 16-month papacy, also directly criticized technology CEOs who argued there should be no guardrails on the technology.
Oppo launches K14 Plus with Dimensity processor in India
Oppo K14 Plus ships with an 8,000 mAh battery, paired with 45W SUPERVOOC charging. It also supports 10W reverse wired charging
Trade agreement can contribute to ‘better’ India-US ties, says Jaishankar as Piyush Goyal set to hold talks
A trade agreement between India and the US, if concluded, would contribute to ‘better’ bilateral ties, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said, noting that expectations of rapid progress in negotiations had been ‘tested’ against a much…
Tambaram City Police meet IT firms’ officials, stress employee safety
The meeting focused on women’s safety, cybercrime and digital fraud, traffic safety, emergency preparedness, and drug-abuse prevention
Keralam Man, 67, Stabs Wife To Death, Informs Son Living Abroad
A 67-year-old man was arrested for stabbing his wife to death after a family dispute.
Tamil Nadu Woman Cop Tries To Stop Clash Between 2 Groups, Pushed To Ground, Dies
When the Officer intervened to stop the fight, a youth forcefully pushed her and she lost her balance and fell backward, suffering severe head injuries.
Rupee falls 16 paise to 96.13 against U.S. dollar in early trade
Forex traders said the rupee is under pressure largely due to the combination of firm oil and rising U.S. nominal and real yields, which together are drawing portfolio flows out of emerging markets, including India
IBM, Yotta launch sovereign agentic AI platform for Indian enterprises
IBM and Yotta Data Services have introduced a sovereign AI platform specifically designed for Indian organisations. This new platform integrates IBM’s watsonx Orchestrate with Yotta’s Shakti Cloud and Shakti Studio. It aims to assist…
Toddler Dies After School Bus Runs Over Her In Mysuru
The incident occurred when a four-year-old boy returned home from school in a vehicle belonging to Shastri Public School.
FM Nirmala Sitharaman pushes investment, economic ties with Saudi Arabia, Switzerland, Jordan at AIIB meet
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman engaged in meetings in Doha to enhance economic ties with Saudi Arabia, Switzerland, and Jordan. Discussions included the India-Saudi Arabia Bilateral Investment Treaty and opportunities for Swiss…
Daily Quiz | on CERN
On this day 72 years ago, CERN’s founding convention entered into force. A quiz on the storied science lab
Wife Kills Telangana YouTube Reporter With Grinding Stone During Dispute
According to preliminary information, Mohan was allegedly attacked with a rokali banda (a traditional grinding stone) during a domestic dispute.
Cancer, kidney, AIDS drugs sold at up to 70 times procurement cost: Karnataka Health Minister
He sought a national study comparing the printed MRP, manufacturer/importer price, hospital’s net acquisition price, and the price ultimately billed to patients for selected high-value medicines, medical devices, and consumables
SpaceX puts Starship megarocket in orbit for first time
The black-and-silver behemoth, standing more than 120 metres tall, rose through a thick cloud of smoke on an ambitious 14th test flight
Stock markets tumble in early trade dragged by elevated crude oil prices, foreign fund outflows
The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 503 points to 72,260.09 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty tumbled 151 points to 22,626.50
Tata Trusts proposes recast of Tata Sons to avoid listing
Mulls merger of Tata Electronics, TCE with Tata Sons to make it an operating co, asks Tata Sons to approve proposal and apply to RBI for deregulation.
Insurance 2.0: After 100% FDI, distribution costs reset
General insurers would see the benchmark shift from gross written premium to domestic GDPI, with the ceiling trending towards 20% within five years against 32.1%
U.S., Iran separately talk with mediators in latest bid to end war
Iran’s seven-day plan envisages an end to all hostilities in Iran and Lebanon, the unfreezing of billions of dollars’ worth of Iranian assets, an end to sanctions on Iranian oil and the lifting of the US blockade on Iranian ports.
India's import of Russian crude to hinder Piyush Goyal's US trade talks? Here's what we know
India-US trade talks: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal's US visit comes as India and Washington seek to finalise an interim trade deal, with Russian oil purchases emerging as a potential hurdle.
Why Israel banned Arab parties ahead of polls
Recent polls by media outlets have suggested that neither Mr. Netanyahu’s coalition nor the Zionist opposition bloc will be able to secure 61 seats required for parliamentary majority in the 120-member Knesset and projected that the Arab…
OpenAI cancels release of newest model due to safety concerns
The news comes one day before the AI giant hosts its annual developer conference, OpenAI DevDay, where the company is expected to make several announcements
Formula E Case Heat On KTR, Telangana Cops Want To Impound His Passport
The ACB has accused KTR and other officials of alleged financial and procedural violations. KTR has denied wrongdoing and said he would cooperate with the judicial process.
Time runs short for Iran and America
Both Tehran and Washington must hear the bells toll as mistrust grows and global economies falter
Supreme Court questions FSSAI for delay in roll-out of warning labels on packaged foods
‘You started in 2022. What did you do in the last four years,’ the Bench asks the food safety regulator as it seeks nearly two years to roll out front-of-pack warning labels on packaged foods
Waves of rain: on Odisha and intense rain events
Odisha must prepare for repeated bouts of intense downpour
OpenAI pauses GPT-6.1 Astra release over safety concerns: What went wrong with its advanced AI model?
OpenAI has paused the planned release of GPT-6.1 Astra after internal safety tests found issues with scope, authorization and how the model reports its actions. The model showed better persistence on difficult tasks but also raised…
Revanth Reddy Under BJP Fire Over 'Ram God Of Rich, Shiva Of Poor' Remarks
The remarks drew a sharp response from BJP leader and Union minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar, who accused Revanth Reddy of creating political divisions
Telangana Woman, 60, Tied To Tree, Assaulted Over Black Magic Suspicion
Police said the alleged attack was driven by suspicions and rumours that Venkatamma was practising black magic.
US exempts select Indian specialty drugs, ingredients from 100% pharma tariff
The United States has provided a tariff exemption for certain specialty pharmaceuticals from India due to health needs. This exemption covers various pharmaceutical products, including those for rare diseases and nuclear medicines…
Bharatiya Kisan Sangh to hold women farmers' conference on September 30
Thousands of women farmer workers from all states across the country will participate.
Exports, rising power demand to support manufacturing growth despite rural weakness: ICICI Bank
India's manufacturing sector is projected to grow, supported by increased exports and a strengthening investment cycle. Industrial production saw a notable year-on-year increase, with manufacturing rising 9 percent in August. However, the…
Anthropic targets more than $2 trillion valuation in closely watched IPO despite $42 billion 2025 loss
Anthropic is planning an IPO that could value the company at over $2 trillion. Despite reporting a net loss of $42 billion last year, its revenue experienced substantial growth. The company aims to address concerns about AI safety while…
SCO national coordinators’ meeting begins in Pakistan; India among participants
The delegation from India, a key member of the SCO, is being led by its National Coordinator Alok Dimri
OpenAI scraps planned October launch of GPT-6.1 Astra over safety concerns
OpenAI has decided not to release GPT-6.1 Astra, citing failure to meet safety standards. Internal testing revealed that the model showed increased deception in its responses and actions. This decision follows recent calls for a more…
AI could resist shutdown, hide behaviour or ‘blackmail’ humans: What Anthropic’s IPO filing revealed about AI risks
Anthropic warns IPO investors that advanced AI could pose “catastrophic or existential risks to humanity.” Its prospectus highlights risks including self-preserving behaviour, resistance to shutdown, information manipulation and unexpected…
Anthropic warns IPO investors AI could pose 'catastrophic' risks to humanity: Report
Anthropic has outlined significant risks associated with its advanced AI models in its IPO prospectus. It emphasizes the potential for AI technologies to cause irreversible harm if mismanaged and highlights self-preserving behaviors. The…
Sign before praying: A new conversion law is affecting churchgoers in Indian state
A new anti-conversion law in Maharashtra is raising questions about faith, choice and freedom.
India’s private investment declines even as project announcements more than double, despite record corporate profits
Companies increasingly preferred to accumulate cash than undertake greenfield capital expenditure, NIPFP said in its August 2026 policy brief
Roundtables: The Deadly Failures of The Virtual Border Wall
Listen to the session or watch below The US has spent billions building a “virtual wall” of surveillance towers along its southern border over the past 25 years, promising they will help detect and apprehend border crossers and save lives…
OpenAI Halts Model Training as Rogue Agents Target US Government Sites
OpenAI says its agents keep landing on government websites because they treat them as reliable sources, but it's pausing training while it adds safeguards.
U.S. prosecutors reopen Cornell gang rape case after outcry
The newly-released details of the alleged incident have fuelled allegations that the university was too lenient and reignited a debate over sexual assault on U.S. campuses
UAE signals another $25 billion investment in India; eyes ports, energy and space sectors: Goyal
India and the UAE have set a target of doubling bilateral trade to $200 billion by 2032 after trade reached around $100 billion. The target was agreed by the two countries earlier this year.
A Clever RSA Attack Fooled a Hardware Vault—Here's What It Means for Crypto
A UC San Diego-led team impersonated a hardware security module without extracting its key.
Citi Clients Can Now Take Stablecoin Payments Through Coinbase—Without Touching Crypto
Coinbase and Citi expanded an existing deal so Citi's institutional clients can accept stablecoin payments, while Coinbase business accounts run on Citi's banking rails.
Anthropic's Claude Sonnet 5.5 Is Out, Beats Opus 5.5 at Coding for Half the Price
Anthropic's mid-tier model tops its own flagship on Terminal-Bench 4.0 and costs half as much per token, but an independent tester found it burns more tokens than any model it has measured.
After AI Agent Hacked Its Government, Australia Calls Altman and Amodei to Testify
Senator Sarah Hanson-Young has invited the OpenAI and Anthropic CEOs to a Canberra hearing on October 1, after an OpenAI agent quietly accessed Australia's Medicare data and nobody said a word for months.
Agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan asks states to prioritise pulses, oilseeds in rabi crop plans
Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has asked states to prepare rabi crop plans based on water availability and soil moisture, with water-stressed areas prioritising less water-intensive crops. He also called for higher cultivation…
Pulses prices surge up to 11% in a month as festive demand, crop concerns bite
Prices of key pulses including chana, moong, tur and matar have risen sharply over the past month, with wholesale rates increasing up to 11%, according to IPGA data. Industry executives attributed the surge to growing concerns over crop…
India-UAE trade in rupees, dirhams enters double digits: Piyush Goyal
Trade between India and the UAE settled in local currencies has reached double digits, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said Monday. Bilateral trade is also nearing pre-war levels and is expected to recover in coming months…
Youth held for abducting mobile phone shop owner in Chintadripet over alleged loan dispute
The police are continuing efforts to trace the other accused
Book documenting contemporary architecture of Chennai released
Published by the Chennai Architecture Foundation and The Hindu Group, the book has been curated by architects A. Srivathsan and Fiona Evangeline S.
India, 17 others reserve right to participate in Russia's dispute with EU
India and 17 other countries, including the US, UK and China, have reserved third-party rights in Russia’s WTO dispute against the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism. The WTO Dispute Settlement Body has agreed to establish…
Himalayan floods highlight urgent need for regional disaster preparedness: Safi Ahsan Rizvi
Safi Ahsan Rizvi, former advisor, NDMA and a disaster risk analyst speaks to The Hindu
Nvidia Built a Kill Switch for AI Agents Because They Keep Getting Out
OpenShell and Sentry give AI agents a hardware-enforced leash, arriving after a summer of agents breaching a government site, hacking their own tests, and going rogue during a security evaluation.
‘Gem Granites’ Veeramani booked in second POCSO Act case
The second POCSO Act case was registered based on a complaint lodged by a woman alleging that her daughter, a minor, was sexually abused by the businessman.
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Strive Buys $94.5 Million in Bitcoin, Pushing Holdings Past 27,000 BTC
Strive bought 1,107 BTC for $94.5 million last week, lifting its holdings to 27,462 BTC, with its SATA preferred stock supplying 85% of the capital.
Net mopup under small savings schemes set to exceed Rs 3.6 lakh crore target
In the first four months of the fiscal year 2026-27, net collections in small savings schemes have surged by an impressive 56% compared to last year, providing a significant boost towards meeting budgetary goals. The appealing savings…
At 17, Navya Tuteja faced a ChatGPT ban at school - then built an AI startup of her own | Success Story
Navya Tuteja, 17, built Raaha, a free AI platform helping neurodivergent job seekers assess listings before applying. Her school’s ChatGPT ban shaped how she uses AI, while the startup has reached 1,000 users.
Months After the $292M Kelp Hack, Chainlink Lets Institutions Add Their Own Bridge Checks
Chainlink's CCIP 2.0 lets banks run their own security checks on cross-chain transfers, five months after a rival's setup lost $292 million to hackers.
Iran denies link to suspected bomb plot at U.K. airbase used by U.S.
Tehran's denial, issued via its embassy in London, followed widespread U.K. media reports that police were probing possible Iranian links to the security scare early Sunday at the Royal Air Force (RAF) Fairford base
Piyush Goyal set to embark on 7-day US visit from September 29: G20 meet, trade talks with America on agenda
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal begins a week-long US visit on September 29. His discussions aim to strengthen India-US trade ties amid ongoing talks on the Bilateral Trade Agreement.
