Google has announced plans to establish its largest artificial intelligence (AI) hub outside the United States in Andhra Pradesh, marking one of the most ambitious technology investments in India to date. The project, valued at USD 15 billion, is set to unfold between 2026 and 2030, transforming the southern state into a major centre for AI research, innovation, and digital infrastructure. The initiative represents a significant step in Google’s long-term strategy to expand its global AI ca

Heavy fighting has erupted once again between Pakistani forces and Taliban fighters along the volatile border separating Pakistan and Afghanistan, leaving dozens dead and escalating one of the most serious confrontations between the two sides since the Taliban’s return to power in 2021. The clashes, centered around Afghanistan’s Kandahar province, have plunged relations between Islamabad and Kabul to a new low, with both governments trading accusations over who initiated the latest round

As AI chatbots grow more advanced, a small but growing number of people around the world are forming deep emotional bonds — and even proposing marriage — to their digital companions. From virtual partners offering emotional support to AI “spouses” providing companionship, these relationships are challenging traditional definitions of love and partnership. But one U.S. lawmaker wants to stop it before it goes too far. In Ohio, Representative Thaddeus Claggett has introd

Meta has unveiled a significant India-focused update for its Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, introducing three major features tailored for local users: UPI Lite payment support, full Hindi language integration, and an AI voice inspired by Bollywood star Deepika Padukone. These enhancements aim to improve accessibility, boost engagement, and make the glasses more relatable to Indian consumers. As part of Meta’s broader localisation strategy, the update reflects a growing emphasis on cultural

Amazon is reportedly preparing for another significant round of job cuts, this time targeting its human resources division as part of a broader organizational shift toward automation and artificial intelligence. According to people familiar with internal discussions, the company may reduce up to 15 percent of staff within its People eXperience and Technology (PXT) department, a key unit responsible for managing employee relations and corporate culture. While the exact number of layoffs and th

Concerns about artificial intelligence surpassing human capability have circulated for decades, but the arrival of accessible AI tools has renewed public unease about how these systems might reshape society. In Ohio, one state lawmaker has even proposed legislation to ensure that artificial intelligence systems cannot be legally recognized as people. While the idea may sound like science fiction, a researcher at Ohio State University believes it highlights an important misunderstanding of wha

Salesforce announced plans to invest $15 billion in San Francisco over the next five years to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence among businesses. The move reinforces the company’s goal to remain a leading force in enterprise software as AI-driven tools become an essential part of global business operations. The technology giant, founded and headquartered in San Francisco since 1999, has steadily integrated AI across its suite of cloud-based products, including the

In a massive boost to India’s digital infrastructure, Google has announced a $10 billion investment to establish a giga-scale AI and data centre hub in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. This is part of a larger $15 billion plan over the next five years, marking the largest Google AI hub outside the United States, as confirmed by Google Cloud Global CEO Thomas Kurian. Kurian described the project as not just a technological investment but a transformational one. The facility will

When researcher Kevin Cantera from Las Cruces, New Mexico, began experimenting with ChatGPT at the education technology firm where he worked, he believed he was future-proofing his career. Encouraged by his supervisors, he adopted artificial intelligence as a daily assistant to streamline his writing, research, and communication tasks. His results were exceptional, and he quickly became one of the company’s most productive employees. But only months later, Cantera was unexpectedly

Two Ohio state lawmakers are proposing legislation that would expand the state’s name, image, and likeness (NIL) laws to protect residents from the growing threat of deepfakes and unauthorized digital impersonations. The bill seeks to apply the same principles that allow college athletes to profit from their personal brand to everyday Ohioans, ensuring that all individuals have control over how their likeness is used in the digital age. Republican state representatives Adam Mathew

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has reported a significant decline in its global workforce, with nearly 20,000 employees exiting during the quarter ending September 30. The reduction, which is substantially higher than earlier projections, has drawn attention from employee advocacy groups and industry observers amid ongoing restructuring efforts at the technology giant. According to the company’s quarterly disclosure for Q2FY26, TCS’ total employee strength dropped from 6,13,069

An 85-year-old physician from California died after allegedly choking on food served during a Qatar Airways flight, triggering a wrongful death lawsuit that could test airline responsibilities in handling special meal requests and mid-air emergencies. According to the complaint filed by his son, Asoka Jayaweera was a committed vegetarian and had specifically requested a vegetarian meal. During the long leg from Los Angeles to Sri Lanka, however, he was told that vegetarian options h

  More than 250 flights were delayed Thursday across Chicago’s O’Hare and Midway International Airports as the ongoing federal government shutdown continued to affect staffing levels nationwide. According to data from the Chicago Department of Aviation’s flight-tracking portal, FlyChicago, delays began mounting early in the morning and grew steadily through the day, causing widespread frustration among passengers and airlines. As of 11:30 a.m., O’Hare Internat

Russian President Vladimir Putin has officially admitted that Russian missile fragments were responsible for the Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash that occurred last year on December 25, killing all 38 people on board. The acknowledgment came during his meeting with Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev in Tajikistan, marking the first time Moscow publicly accepted partial responsibility for the incident. The ill-fated flight had taken off from Baku, the capital city of Azerbaijan, boun

The United States has approved the supply of AIM-120 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM) to Pakistan, marking a new phase in defence cooperation between the two countries. The US Department of War announced the inclusion of Pakistan as one of several international buyers under a recently modified arms contract with Raytheon, the American defence manufacturer responsible for producing the missile systems. According to the department’s notification, Raytheon received

The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has introduced a model curriculum for a Minor Degree in Defence Technology, marking a significant move toward strengthening India’s defence education framework. The programme is designed for undergraduate engineering and technology students who wish to pursue careers in defence research, the armed forces, and defence manufacturing industries. This initiative opens new opportunities for young engineers to contribute to the nation’s securit

Newark, New Jersey — As the government shutdown stretches into its sixth day, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy met with air traffic controllers in New Jersey to hear firsthand about the growing strain on essential federal workers. These employees, classified as essential personnel, are required to work without pay to keep the nation’s airspace safe, but many are facing mounting financial pressures. During his visit, Duffy met with air traffic controllers stationed at

Austin Independent School District has unveiled a sweeping consolidation and boundary change proposal that could reshape public education in the city for years to come. Facing persistent enrollment decline, a multimillion-dollar budget shortfall, and accountability requirements, district leaders have laid out a plan that includes closing 13 schools, redrawing boundaries across nearly every campus, and repurposing several facilities to new academic programs. The plan, released Friday, immediately

After a gap of more than five years, direct flights between India and mainland China are set to resume by the end of October 2025, marking a significant milestone in the gradual thawing of relations between the two Asian giants. The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed on October 2 that both countries had agreed to restart air services between designated points, beginning with the winter season schedule on October 26. The resumption will depend on the decisions of airlines and the completio

United States companies are increasingly exploring India’s global capability centres as rising costs and restrictions tied to H-1B visas reshape talent strategies. India, already home to more than 1,700 global capability centres, has become an important destination for offshore operations, offering businesses a way to maintain innovation and critical work in-house at a time of regulatory uncertainty. With over half the world’s GCCs located in India, the country has moved far beyond its ea