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AI models fall short in predicting social interactions, shows research
New Delhi, April 24: Artificial intelligence (AI) systems failed at understanding social dynamics and context necessary for interacting with people and the problem may be rooted in the infrastructure of AI models, Johns Hopkins University research said on Thursday.
CM Chandrababu Naidu recounts journey from 2 Mbps connection to data-driven governance
Amaravati, April 24: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu recounted his journey from struggling for a 2 Mbps Internet connection to launching data-driven governance.
Sonu Sood-backed series 'Sarpanch Sahab' set to stream on April 30
Mumbai, April 24: The upcoming streaming series ‘Sarpanch Sahab’ produced by actor and humanitarian Sonu Sood, and Sonali Sood, is set to drop on OTT on April 30.
India will identify, trace, punish every terrorist and their backers: PM Modi on Pahalgam attack
Patna, April 24: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday issued a powerful warning to the "enemies" of the nation, stating that India will "identify, trace, and punish" every terrorist and their supporters, pursuing them to the "ends of the Earth."
Delhi Police confirm receiving Gambhir's complaint over death threat
New Delhi, April 24: Following a police complaint filed by the office of Team India head coach and former BJP MP Gautam Gambhir regarding death threats, the Deputy Commissioner of Police (Central) confirmed that the 'threat mail' has been received and that the matter is under investigation.
In first public address after Pahalgam attack, PM Modi observes two-minute silence for victims
Madhubani, April 24: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, making his first public address in Bihar, after the dastardly terror attacks in J&K's Pahalgam, observed a two-minute silence for the victims and paid tributes to them.
Hindustan Unilever Limited's Q4 net profit drops 17.4 pc QoQ to Rs 2,464 crore
Mumbai, April 24: FMCG giant Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) on Thursday reported a 17.4 per cent drop in its consolidated net profit on a quarter-on-quarter basis for the fourth quarter (Q4) of FY25.
Mohit Malik: I will still go to Kashmir as a tourist
Mumbai, April 24: Actor Mohit Malik has expressed his support for Kashmir and its people, saying that despite recent terrorist attacks in Pahalgam, he plans to visit Kashmir to promote peace, unity, and love.
Massive crackdown on Maoists on Chhattisgarh-Telangana border, three killed
Raipur, April 24: In a significant crackdown against Maoist insurgents, security forces in Chhattisgarh have launched a major operation in the Karregatta hills of Bijapur district. The operation has already resulted in the deaths of three Maoists, with their bodies recovered by the police.
Sanchita Ugale: Working in television was my childhood dream
Mumbai, April 24: Television Actress Sanchita Ugale, who was seen in the Vicky Kaushal-starrer “Chhaava” as Tarabai and in the show “Dilwali Dulha Le Jayegi,” said that working on television was a childhood dream for her.
Suzuki Motor Corporation and Maruti Suzuki to Establish Osamu Suzuki Centre of Excellence in India
New Delhi, April 24: In a tribute to the leader and former Chairman of Suzuki Motor Corporation, the Late Osamu Suzuki, Suzuki Motor Corporation and Maruti Suzuki India Limited have proposed the establishment of the Osamu Suzuki Centre of Excellence (OSCOE) in India.
US Vice President JD Vance departs Jaipur, concludes cultural and strategic India tour
Jaipur, April 24: United States Vice President JD Vance, accompanied by Second Lady Usha Vance and their children Ewan, Vivek, and Mirabel, departed from Jaipur International Airport on Thursday, wrapping up a four-day official visit to India that combined cultural appreciation with high-level diplomatic engagements.
Delhi Police Crime Branch busts major drug syndicate; seizes heroin worth over Rs 50 lakh
New Delhi, April 24: The ongoing Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA), the Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) of the Delhi Police Crime Branch, has dismantled a major drug syndicate, arresting a key operative and seizing heroin worth over Rs 50 lakh in the illicit market, the officials said on Thursday.
US: Marco Rubio denies report of lifting Russian sanctions
Washington DC, April 24: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has refuted a recent report in the US media which alleged discussions about lifting sanctions on Russia in connection with a Ukraine deal, and termed it "unequivocally false."
Nikki Glaser confesses her Golden Globes joke about Benny Blanco was 'mean
Los Angeles, April 24: Actress-comedian Nikki Glaser has assured that she’s not as mean as some people may think. While her jokes may triigger some, at the end of the day, she's just her job. However, she also believes in issuing clarifications for jokes that seem harsh.
US Treasury Secretary expects India to strike first trade deal
New York, April 24: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expects India to strike the first trade deal with Washington because the issues are simpler, making an agreement "much easier."
Cannes Film Festival adds Robert Pattinson's 'Die, My Love', Kristen Stewart's 'Chronology of Water' to 2025 lineup
Washington, April 24: From Lynne Ramsay's 'Die, My Love,' a thriller starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson, to Kristen Stewart's 'The Chronology of Water' in Un Certain Regard and Ethan Coen's "Honey Don't!" in the Midnight section, the Cannes Film Festival has included several titles to the official selection.
Lotte Biologics wins 1st antibody-drug conjugate deal in Asia
Seoul, April 24: Lotte Biologics, the biotech arm of Lotte Group, said on Thursday it has signed a deal with an Asia-based biotech company for the production of a clinical-stage antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) candidate.
Indian stock market opens lower on mixed global cues
Mumbai, April 24: The domestic benchmark indices opened lower on Thursday amid mixed global cues, as selling was seen in the auto, metal and realty sectors in the early trade.
US President Donald Trump targets college accreditation process in executive order
Washington, DC, April 24: US President Donald Trump targeted the college accreditation process in a new executive order signed on Wednesday, The Hill reported. College accreditation is the process that universities must go through to receive federal financial aid.
Milipol India 2025 kicks off in Delhi, MoS Nityanand Rai emphasises growing importance of Indo-French cooperation
New Delhi, April 24: Milipol India 2025, an international platform for innovation, collaboration, and dialogue in homeland security, began on Wednesday at the Yashobhoomi (IICC) in New Delhi.
Beautiful historic site, grateful for warm welcome: US Vice President JD Vance on visiting Taj Mahal
Agra, April 24: US Vice President JD Vance, along with his wife Usha Vance and their three children - Ewan, Vivek and Mirabel- visited the Taj Mahal in Uttar Pradesh's Agra on Wednesday. He called the Taj Mahal a "beautiful historic site" and expressed gratitude for the warm welcome accorded to him.
'Predator: Badlands' trailer out; film to release on Nov 7
Los Angeles, April 23: The upcoming sci-fi film 'Predator: Badlands' has finally released its first trailer, giving fans a glimpse into what's coming next in the popular Predator franchise.
Get back... behave yourselves: Sidharth Malhotra snaps at paps while visiting hospital with pregnant wife Kiara Advani
Mumbai, April 23: B-town couple Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani, who are expecting their first child together, were spotted outside a hospital in Mumbai on Wednesday afternoon. However, things took a tense turn when Sidharth lost his cool with the paparazzi.
6 killed in Kenyan capital in flash floods amid ongoing heavy rains
Nairobi, April 24: At least six people have died in Kenya's capital, Nairobi, after flash floods triggered by heavy rainfall swept through several neighbourhoods over the past two days, authorities said.
Iran condemns US fresh sanctions amid indirect nuclear talks
Tehran, April 23: Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei on Wednesday strongly condemned US fresh sanctions on a number of individuals and entities linked with the Iranian energy, oil, and gas sectors, as well as people involved in the country's "peaceful" nuclear programme.
Russia adds 21 British lawmakers to sanctions list
Moscow, April 23: Russia has imposed retaliatory sanctions against 21 British parliamentarians, the country's Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday.
Curfew imposed in villages in Manipur's Kamjong after several tribal houses torched
Imphal, April 23: The administration in Manipur's Kamjong district on Wednesday imposed an indefinite curfew in two villages under the Sahamphung sub-division after unidentified armed cadres set fire to several houses in the two villages there, officials said.
Haryana CM asks Gurugram officials to resolve public issues in timely manner
Gurugram, April 23: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said that it is the collective responsibility of all of us to attentively listen to public grievances and address them in a timely manner. He said that if officials proactively take note of people's concerns, their resolution can be expedited effectively.
HPV test kits to play key role in India's fight against cervical cancer: Dr Neerja Bhatla
New Delhi, April 23: Indigenously developed HPV test kits are set to become a game-changer in India's efforts to tackle cervical cancer, one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among women, renowned gynaecologic oncologist, Dr Neerja Bhatla, said on Wednesday.
South Korea's Culture Minister to lead condolence delegation to Pope Francis' funeral
Seoul, April 23: South Korean Culture Minister Yoo In-chon will lead his country's delegation to the Holy See later this week to attend the funeral of late Pope Francis, a government official said on Wednesday.
PM Modi in Bihar to launch development projects worth Rs 13,480 crore
Patna, April 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Bihar's Madhubani district on Thursday to mark National Panchayati Raj Day.
Mamata Banerjee questions 'selective killings' by terrorists in Pahalgam terror attack
Kolkata, April 23: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, on Wednesday, questioned the selective killings by terrorists in Kashmir's Pahalgam.
LIC's new business premium surges to Rs 2.27 lakh crore in FY25
New Delhi, April 23: Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), the country's largest life insurer, registered new business premium to the tune of an impressive Rs 2,26,669.91 crore in for FY25, which includes a record Rs 62,404.58 crore from individual new business, according to data released by the Life Insurance Council on Wednesday.
AIMPLB temporarily halts Waqf Act protests following Pahalgam terror attack
New Delhi, April 23: The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) on Wednesday announced a temporary halt to its protest campaign against the amendments to the Waqf Act in the wake of the terrorist attack in Jammu & Kashmir's Pahalgam, which claimed the lives of at least 26 people and left 17 others critically injured.
Kerala churches condemns Kashmir terror attacks, pledge support to Centre
Thiruvananthapuram, April 23: Leaders of various Christian churches in Kerala on Wednesday condemned the dastardly terror attack in J&K's Pahalgam, which left 26 people - largely tourists from all over India - dead and several others injured.
'Anger and tears': Relatives receive Pahalgam victim bodies at Mumbai airport
Mumbai, April 23: Mumbai airport descended into gloom after the dead bodies of four Maharashtra tourists were received by their relatives on Wednesday.
PM Modi to take part in National Panchayati Raj Day programme in Bihar on April 24
New Delhi, April 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Bihar on April 24, where he will travel to Madhubani and participate in a programme marking National Panchayati Raj Day, as per an official statement issued by the Prime Minister's office on Wednesday.
Suzuki Motor Corporation, Maruti Suzuki India to establish Osamu Suzuki Centre of Excellence
New Delhi, April 23: Paying tribute to the late legendary leader Osamu Suzuki, Suzuki Motor Corporation and Maruti Suzuki India announced on Wednesday a proposal to establish the Osamu Suzuki Centre of Excellence (OSCOE) in India, the automaker said in a statement.
Terror attack in Kashmir a shock to the entire world, says D.K. Shivakumar
Bengaluru, April 23: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Wednesday termed the attack on innocent tourists in Kashmir's Pahalgam "a huge shock to the entire world" as he strongly condemned this "heinous act of terrorism" and demanded that the terrorists and the organisations responsible must be crushed.