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India will have its own equivalent of Chat-GPT Scientific advisor to GOI Ajay Sood
New Delhi, April 11: Principal Scientific Advisor to the Government of India, Ajay Sood on Friday assured that India will have its own "equivalent" of Chat-GPT. However, he advised that we shouldn't copy other large language models (LLMs) but rather be sector-specific with a parallel framework to be inventive.
IBM's Amith Singhee highlights opportunities and challenges for India's AI potential
New Delhi, April 11: Amith Singhee, Director of IBM Research, India and Chief Technology Officer of IBM, India and South Asia, said that India's AI landscape stands at a critical point. With the rising demand for AI solutions across sectors, the country could become one of the most impactful AI markets globally. Yet, challenges such as data scarcity, vast linguistic diversity beyond the 22 scheduled languages, and socio-economic divides remain formidable.
12 groups have rejected separatist Hurriyat, committed to unity of Bharat, says Amit Shah
Srinagar, April 11: Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Friday that as the spirit of unity rules Jammu and Kashmir under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, 12 groups have rejected the separatist Hurriyat Conference and pledged loyalty to the Constitution.
Ayushman Card beneficiaries, GI tag recipients laud PM Modi for transformative initiatives in Varanasi
Varanasi, April 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was met with heartfelt gratitude by the beneficiaries of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana (PM-JAY) and recipients of Geographical Indication (GI) certificates during his visit to Varanasi on Friday. This marked his first trip to the holy city since Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath completed eight years in office.
India scaling up its AI mission, says Nandan Nilekani
New Delhi, April 11: India is not behind in the global race for artificial intelligence (AI) leadership and is now focused on scaling up its own AI mission, Infosys co-founder and Aadhaar architect, Nandan Nilekani, said on Friday.
South Korea: Yoon allowed to access court via underground parking lot for 1st criminal trial hearing
Seoul, April 11: A Seoul court said on Friday that it has decided to allow former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol to enter a district court via an underground parking lot upon request when he attends the first criminal trial hearing next week on insurrection charges.
US Energy Secretary lauds UAE as 'strategic partner' in energy, AI
Abu Dhabi, April 11: The US Secretary of Energy, Chris Wright, emphasised the strong and growing strategic partnership between the United States and the United Arab Emirates in the fields of energy, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced technology during his visit to the UAE.
EaseMyTrip gives wings to Neha Kortikar's shooting dreams
New Delhi, April 11: EaseMyTrip.com, one of India's leading online travel tech platforms, through its CSR arm, EaseMyTrip Foundation, has taken a significant step toward nurturing India's sporting future by extending full-fledged sponsorship support to Neha Kortikar, an exceptional young talent in Indian rifle shooting.
CPI-M MP John Brittas says Data Protection Act 'infringes' on RTI Act
New Delhi, April 11: CPI-M MP John Brittas claimed that the Digital Data Protection Act "infringes" on the Right to Information Act, while Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi said that the Act had "devastated" another Parliamentary Act, the Right to Information Act.
Ashwini Vaishnaw refutes Jairam Ramesh's claim, says Data Protection Act in harmony with RTI Act
New Delhi, April 10: The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, is in harmony with principles of transparency in public life as enacted in the Right to Information (RTI) Act, Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said in a letter addressed to Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh.
Vested Property Act - saga of affliction of Hindu population in Bangladesh
Vested Property Act in Bangladesh has affected the Hindu population dwelt on the figures that indicated a continuing silent exodus of Hindu population from Bangladesh from the time of Partition to this day. The relative share of Hindu population declined from 18.4 per cent of the total population in 1961 to 12.1 per cent in 1981, to 10.5 per cent in 1991 and further down to 9.2 per cent in 2001. There was a corresponding rise in the relative share of Muslim population from 80.4 per cent in 1961 to 86.7 per cent in 1981, 88.3 per cent in 1981 and 89.7 per cent in 1991. It was estimated in 2007 that the Hindu population may have gone down to a further 8 per cent and the corresponding Muslim population risen up to 92 per cent. The 2011: and 2022 (7.95 per cent) figures cite further decline in the rate of Hindu population over the years.
IT Minister Vaishnaw cites apex court judgment to refute Jairam Ramesh's argument on DPDP Act
New Delhi, April 10: Union Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday, in his reply to Congress leader Jairam Ramesh, highlighted that the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, is in harmony with privacy principles as enshrined in the Supreme Court’s judgment in the Puttaswamy case and the principles of transparency in public life as enacted in the Right to Information Act (RTI) Act.
After no to Centre's Vishwakarma Scheme, CM Stalin to launch KKT on April 18
Chennai, April 10: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin will launch the Kalaignar Kaivinai Thittam (KKT) -- Kalaignar Artisans Development Scheme -- on April 18 in Kancheepuram district's Kundrathur.
South Korea: Constitutional Court rejects justice minister's impeachment over martial law involvement
Seoul, April 10: The South Korean Constitutional Court on Thursday rejected the impeachment of Justice Minister Park Sung-jae over his alleged involvement in former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law bid in December.
Urban labour force participation rate rises marginally, rural unemployment sees slight decline from 2023 to 2024
New Delhi, April 10: The Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) in urban areas saw a marginal increase, while the rural unemployment slightly decreased between 2023 and 2024, according to the data released by the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation on Wednesday.
India's urban areas record rise in employment
New Delhi, April 9: The Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) in India’s urban areas increased for males from 74.3 per cent in 2023 to 75.6 per cent in 2024, and slightly for females from 25.5 per cent to 25.8 per cent, leading to an overall rise in it from 50.3 per cent to 51 per cent indicating an increase in employment, according to data released by the Ministry of Statistics on Wednesday.
PIL challenges 10% ministerial cap in Delhi, seeks constitutional amendment
New Delhi, April 9: A public interest litigation (PIL) was filed in the Delhi High Court, seeking an amendment to Article 239AA to increase the number of ministers in the Government of the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi.
Justice Sanjeev Kumar appointed Acting Chief Justice of J&K and Ladakh High Court
New Delhi, April 9: The Centre on Wednesday issued a notification appointing Justice Sanjeev Kumar as Acting Chief Justice of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court after the retirement of incumbent Chief Justice Tashi Rabastan on April 9.
My father is under observation: Karti Chidambaram after P Chidambaram faints due to heat in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad, April 9: Congress MP Karti Chidambaram informed that his father P Chidambaram had an episode of presyncope due to extreme heat and dehydration in Ahmedabad and is under observation in Zydus Hospital. He stated that doctors are reviewing his parameters, which are currently normal.
Team India shines at 10th Sanda World Cup in China
Jiangyin, April 8: Indian Wushu athletes have delivered a spectacular performance at the 10th Sanda World Cup 2025, being held in Jiangyin, China, from April 5 to April 10. A six-member Indian contingent demonstrated remarkable skill and determination against some of the world's best fighters.
Eradicate terrorism, establish lasting peace in J&K: HM Amit Shah to security forces
Srinagar, April 8: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday asked security forces to completely eradicate terrorism in J&K and establish lasting peace.
First baby born from transplanted womb in Britain, mother, baby doing well
London, April 8: For the first time in Britain, a woman has given birth following a womb transplant, Queen Charlotte's and Chelsea Hospital in London confirmed on Tuesday.
This shouldn't have happened: TMC MP on Kalyan-Kirti spat in EC premises
Kolkata, April 8: A verbal spat between Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs Kalyan Banerjee and Kirti Azad at the Election Commission of India (ECI) premises has sparked controversy, with the BJP releasing videos and screenshots of the alleged altercation. Reacting to the incident, TMC MP Saugata Roy on Tuesday expressed disappointment and said that this shouldn’t have happened.
Grateful for all the love...: Will Smith gets nostalgic as 'Bad Boys' clocks 30 years
Washington, April 8: The action-packed film 'Bad Boys,' starring actors Will Smith and Martin Lawrence as two Miami detectives, has turned 30 years old. The first film in the popular franchise was released in 1995 and has now officially marked three decades.
Post Malone, rumored girlfriend share passionate kiss during Paris trip
Los Angeles, April 8: Singer-songwriter Post Malone and his rumored girlfriend Christy Lee, seem to be enjoying finer things in life.
Will Smith celebrates 3 decades of his first 'Bad Boys' movie
Los Angeles, April 8: Hollywood star Will Smith is in a celebratory mood. The actor paid an homage to his film 'Bad Boys' as it clocked 30 years of its release.
DMDK meet on April 30 to finalise strategy for 2026 TN Assembly elections
Chennai, April 8: The DMDK will finalise its strategy for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections at its upcoming general council meeting scheduled for April 30.
Third ASEAN-India Artists' Camp organised under the theme Echoes of Ramayana
New Delhi, April 8: The third edition of the ASEAN-India Artists Camp was organized in Shillong by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in collaboration with Seher under the theme "Echoes of Ramayana: Artistic Journeys Across ASEAN and India." The Camp was launched on March 29 in New Delhi and held in Shillong from April 1 to 7, as noted by the MEA in a statement.
Potters of Udhampur enjoy rise in sale of earthen vessels
Udhampur, April 8: With summer finally setting in, potters all over Udhampur have been enjoying a boom for their earthenware.
Muslims in India living happily due to reforms brought by PM Modi: Pralhad Joshi
Mysuru, April 7: Union Minister for Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs Pralhad Joshi said on Monday that Muslims in the country are living peacefully and happily due to the reforms brought in by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Assam CM meets MD, NHIDCL Krishan Kumar, Secretary Fertilisers Rajat Kumar Mishra in Delhi
New Delhi, April 7: Chief Minister of Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma, on Monday met Managing Director of National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation (NHIDCL), Dr Krishan Kumar, in the national capital.
Indian scientists develop new magnetic nanoparticles to boost cancer treatments
New Delhi, April 7: A team of scientists from the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST), an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), has developed new magnetic nanoparticles that will help boost treatments against cancer.
In MP's Mandsaur, PM Vishwakarma scheme empowers artisans, craftsmen
Mandsaur: , April 7 (IANS) PM Vishwakarma scheme, launched with an objective of providing support to artisans and craftsmen of 18 trades, has proved instrumental in bringing a notable shift in the lives of thousands of beneficiaries.
As Amit Shah visits Kashmir, another separatist leader quits Hurriyat
Srinagar, April 7: On the second day of Union Home Minister Amit Shah's three-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir, another separatist leader quit the Hurriyat conference, pledging his loyalty to the country's Constitution.
Ameesha Patel defends Fawad Khan, stresses India's culture doesn't differentiate art
Mumbai, April 7: Bollywood actress Ameesha Patel has come out in support of Pakistani actor Fawad Khan, emphasizing that India's rich cultural heritage doesn't discriminate against art based on nationality.
Leader of farmers: Dallewal's role in the struggle for agricultural reform
New Delhi, April 6: Jagjit Singh Dallewal, a prominent farmer leader and the president of the Bhartiya Kisan Union (Ekta Sidhupur), ended his indefinite hunger strike on Sunday after 131 days. He began hunger strike on November 26, 2024.
He conducts routine meetings: BJP's Sunil Sharma on Amit Shah's visit to J-K
Jammu, April 7: Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA and Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Jammu and Kashmir, assembly Sunil Sharma, said Sunday that Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit to the Union territory is aimed at reviewing security situations and developmental projects.
He always work for peace, harmony in J-K : BJP's Ravinder Raina hails Amit Shah
Srinagar, April 7: BJP leader Ravinder Raina hailed Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday for his efforts towards peace and harmony in Jammu and Kashmir. His remarks came after Amit Shah arrived in Jammu for a two-day visit on Sunday evening.
IFFCO has made India's cooperative sector renowned globally: Amit Shah
Gandhinagar, April 6: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Sunday attended the Golden Jubilee celebration of Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited(IFFCO's) Kalol branch in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, and laid the foundation stone for the Beej Anusandhan Kendra, the Ministry of Cooperation said in a release.
J-K: CM Omar Abdullah and Kiren Rijiju launch 'Lok Sanvardhan Parv' in Srinagar
Srinagar, April 6: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, alongside Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju, inaugurated the Lok Sanvardhan Parv in Srinagar.