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A Chinese court ruled that companies cannot terminate employees just to replace them with artificial intelligence systems, as authorities juggle the need to stabilise the domestic labour market with a global race to develop AI technologies.The court decided that a tech firm in eastern China had illegally fired one of its workers after he refused…
Umar Khalid (ANI file photo) NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Monday rejected the review plea filed by student activist Umar Khalid, an accused in the 2020 Delhi riots case, against its earlier judgment denying him bail.“Having gone through the review petition and the documents on record, we do not find any valid ground to…
NEW DELHI: Shubhanshu Shukla hailed the Artemis II launch on Thursday which sent 4 astronauts around the Moon, while recalling his humbling experience of “standing on those very grounds for the first time”.“I remember standing on those very grounds for the first time, feeling humbled by what it represents. It is the same ground from…
NEW DELHI: External affairs minister S Jaishankar said Saturday that India’s “unstoppable” rise would be determined by India alone and not by the mistakes of others. The minister was speaking at the Raisina Dialogue, where US deputy secretary of state Christopher Landau had said earlier that Washington wouldn’t allow India to become big or powerful…
NEW DELHI: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Tuesday rolled out a series of stringent measures, citing a “recent surge in aviation incidents.”The enhanced safety directives were announced after a high-level meeting between the aviation regulator and Non-Scheduled Operators (NSOPs). The review came a day after an air ambulance en route to Delhi…
NEW DELHI: A Tejas light combat aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) sustained major damage to its airframe after it overshot the runway at a frontline airbase following a suspected brake failure on February 7, authoritative sources said on Sunday. The pilot of the aircraft ejected safely, reported PTI, quoting the sources. It is…
Sonam Wangchuk (File photo) NEW DELHI: The central government on Wednesday opposed Sonam Wangchuk‘s release on medical grounds, saying the climate activist was “hale and hearty and just suffering from a minor infection.”The government said it was not desirable to review Wangchuk’s detention as suggested by the court. The Ladakh-based climate activist is detained by…
Something strange is happening online. A simple tip involving a spoonful of coffee grounds has taken over social media, especially across Europe. Videos show people tossing damp coffee grounds into the toilet, scrubbing a bit, then flushing. It supposedly cleans, freshens, and removes stains without bleach or harsh chemicals. The idea of reusing waste to…
NEW DELHI: Air India Monday grounded one of its Boeing 787 Dreamliner (VT-ANX) after the crew operating this aircraft from London to Bengaluru reported an issue with the locking mechanism of the fuel control switch. The aircraft had taken off from London at 9.19 pm Sunday from Heathrow and landed in Bengaluru Monday 11.54 am…
Jaipur’s elegant charm set the stage for the KogniVera Polo Cup 2026 opening. Amidst the thundering hooves and crisp whites, Malaika Arora made a subtle yet impactful fashion statement. Her pristine white Ozeqo gown perfectly complemented the regal setting and polo tradition, showcasing effortless style that resonated with the event’s blend of sport and heritage….
