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Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd (MTNL), the state-run telecom firm, is facing a fresh financial crisis as it defaults on a significant sum of Rs 8,585 crore in principal and interest payments to a group of seven public sector banks. The default was officially confirmed by MTNL in a filing to stock exchanges, highlighting the ongoing struggles of the company. The unpaid debt includes Rs 7,794.34 crore in principal and Rs 790.59 crore in interest.

Landing a job at major tech companies like Amazon, Microsoft, or Meta can seem like a daunting task, especially for newcomers. However, a former software engineer who has worked at all three companies shares three key insights that helped him succeed despite not having a typical tech background. His advice focuses on practical steps that can make a big difference in your job application journey.

In an unprecedented move in Silicon Valley, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is offering jaw-dropping compensation packages, reportedly ranging from Rs 800 crore to Rs 1,600 crore, to recruit top AI researchers for its newly launched Superintelligence Lab (MSL). These offers are aimed at attracting the world’s best talent from firms like Apple, OpenAI, Google DeepMind, and Anthropic. Among the standout packages is the rumoured Rs 1,600 crore ($200 million) offer

After the overwhelming response to Travis Scott's debut concert announcement in New Delhi, the rapper has added a second show in India, this time in Mumbai. The Mumbai concert will be part of his Circus Maximus World Tour, which has garnered global attention for its explosive performances and immersive visuals. The show will take place on November 19 at the Mahalaxmi Race Course, marking Travis Scott’s first-ever live performance in the city

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India’s first astronaut to live and work aboard the International Space Station (ISS), has completed his historic 18-day mission in space. Shukla, who made history by becoming the first Indian to visit the ISS, has finally returned to Earth, exiting SpaceX's Dragon capsule and experiencing gravity once again after nearly three weeks in space. Shukla’s safe return was m

Intel is laying off 529 employees in Oregon as part of a sweeping global restructuring plan that could eventually impact up to 20% of its workforce. The job cuts, beginning July 15, will affect workers at Intel’s Aloha and Hillsboro facilities, as confirmed in a regulatory filing. This move follows recent layoffs at Intel’s Santa Clara headquarters in California, where over 100 jobs were slashed. The company, under new CEO Lip-Bu Tan, is aiming to

Meta’s internal culture has come under sharp criticism following a powerful exit email from former AI researcher Tijmen Blankevoort, who compared the company’s environment to “metastatic cancer.” In a message shared internally and reviewed by The Information, Blankevoort described a toxic and fear-driven culture within Meta’s AI division, exacerbated by constant performance reviews, mass layoffs, and a lack of mission cla

Rising school fees are quickly becoming the biggest financial burden on India’s middle-class families. Ashish Singhal, co-founder of CoinSwitch and Lemonn, recently voiced his concerns on LinkedIn, calling the current fee structure “theft” and warning of a brewing crisis. “Parents are now taking EMIs for nursery,” he noted, adding that in Bengaluru, CBSE schools not international ones are charging up to ₹2.1 lakh for 3rd standar

A recent study by Indian researchers has revealed that individuals with diabetes are at a significantly higher risk of complications following total knee arthroplasty (TKA), commonly known as knee replacement surgery. Conducted by teams from Vardhman Medical College and Safdarjung Hospital in New Delhi, with input from Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals and Fortis C-Doc Hospital, the study highlights how diabetes can lead to both short- and long-term health challen

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has launched a new initiative called "Book Prasadam" to promote Sanatana Dharma and raise spiritual awareness among devotees. This innovative move is part of the temple’s broader effort to counter religious conversions and spread the glory of Hindu traditions. Under the guidance of TTD Chairperson BR Naidu, this programme will provide visitors with sacred Hindu texts along with the traditional laddoo pra

Bengaluru will host the 7th Indian Open Para Athletics Championship on July 11 and 12 at the Kanteerava Stadium, bringing together over 262 of the country’s top para athletes. This pivotal event acts as the final selection trial for the Indian team heading to the New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships later this year. Leading the athlete lineup is two-time Paralympic gold medallist Sumit Antil in the

The Supreme Court of India has upheld the constitutional mandate of the Election Commission (EC) to revise electoral rolls in Bihar but raised serious concerns over the timing of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. With Assembly elections looming in the state, the top court emphasized that while cleaning up the voter list was necessary, executing the exercise just months before the elections raised valid questions.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has firmly shut down speculation about a possible leadership change, asserting that he will serve a full five-year term and lead the Congress into the 2028 assembly elections. Speaking exclusively to Media, Siddaramaiah stated, “I will be Chief Minister for five years,” reiterating that there was no pressure from the Congress high command to step down in favor of Deputy CM DK Shivakumar.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah offered a rare and personal insight into his post-retirement vision, revealing that he plans to immerse himself in India’s ancient scriptures the Vedas and Upanishads and dedicate time to promoting natural farming. At 60, the senior BJP leader, often regarded as one of India’s most tireless political figures, made this disclosure while speaking at the Sahkar Samvaad event in Ahmedabad.

Arvind Kejriwal, former Delhi Chief Minister and AAP leader, sparked a fresh political storm after declaring that he deserves a Nobel Prize for governance. Speaking at the launch of the Punjabi edition of the book The Kejriwal Model in Chandigarh, Kejriwal said his administration achieved success despite consistent interference from Delhi's lieutenant governor and central authorities. “Despite being stopped from working, we performed,”

India's women’s cricket team created history at Old Trafford on Wednesday, sealing their first-ever bilateral T20I series win against England with a confident six-wicket triumph. With this win, India took an unassailable 3–1 lead in the five-match series, marking their maiden T20I series victory on English soil after failing to win any of their previous six away series against the hosts. England opted

The IPO allotment for Travel Food Services Limited has been finalised on July 10, 2025, after the public issue closed the previous day. With a total subscription of 3.03 times, including robust demand from qualified institutional buyers (QIBs) and moderate interest from non-institutional investors (NIIs), the spotlight now turns to allotment results. Retail participation, however, remained relatively weak at just 0.73 times.

Belinda Bencic has scripted one of the most remarkable comebacks in tennis history by reaching the semi-finals of Wimbledon 2025, just a year after giving birth to her daughter Bella. The 28-year-old Swiss star displayed nerves of steel on Centre Court as she edged out seventh-seeded Mirra Andreeva 7-6(4), 7-6(2) in a gripping quarterfinal clash. The victory marked her first-ever semifinal appearance at the All England Club and her second Grand Slam semifinal

Rahul Mishra once again captivated the global fashion stage at Paris Haute Couture Week with his Fall/Winter 2026 collection titled "Becoming Love." The celebrated Indian designer artfully merged Sufi philosophy, Gustav Klimt’s artistic brilliance, and traditional Indian craftsmanship into a single spectacular runway presentation. The collection explored the mystical Sufi concept of the seven stages of love attraction, infatuation, surrender, r

Waymo, the self-driving technology company, has introduced a significant shift in its autonomous vehicle service by allowing teenagers aged 14-17 to use its robotaxis independently in Phoenix. Previously, unaccompanied minors were prohibited from using Waymo’s services, but the company now believes that its technology is trustworthy enough to safely transport children on their own. This change in policy is a bold move by Waymo to gain the trust of famili