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Nepal Gen Z protest: 18 protestors dead, 250+ injured as police stop demonstrators breaking into Parliament
Nepal Social Media Ban Gen-Z Protest: Protests erupted due to a social media shutdown and corruption allegations. Eighteen people died, and over 250 were injured. Police used tear gas and rubber bullets on protesters. Demonstrations occurred in Kathmandu, Jhapa, and other cities. The army has been deployed. Protesters stormed parliament and burned effigies.

3BHK for 80 lakh with 60K EMI or 40K rent in Bengaluru? Man turns to Reddit for advice
A Bengaluru couple is contemplating buying their current 3BHK for Rs 80 lakh as their landlord plans to sell. Faced with a Rs 60,000 EMI versus rising rents, they seek advice on whether to purchase or rent, considering their strong financial standing and long-term plans in the city. Redditors suggest buying, emphasizing long-term benefits and offering strategies to manage finances.

Delhi traffic police issues advisory for Tis Hazari area: Check diversions and alternate routes
Delhi lawyers have initiated an indefinite strike, causing significant traffic disruptions across the city, particularly around district courts. Commuters are advised to avoid affected areas like Ring Road and utilize alternate routes or the Metro. The strike stems from a dispute over police witness depositions, while waterlogging further exacerbates traffic issues, expected to persist for several days.

WBSSC teacher recruitment exam, first since SC scrapped 26,000 jobs, underway in West Bengal
The School Level Selection Test took place across West Bengal. This was the first teacher recruitment exam after job cancellations. Around 3.19 lakh aspirants appeared for assistant teacher posts. Security was tight at 636 centres. Candidates from other states also participated. The exam happened after a Supreme Court order.

Why did Elon Musk not attend Trump's dinner with high-profile tech CEOs? Tesla CEO has this to say
President Trump held a big White House dinner with top tech CEOs to talk about AI and U.S. investments. Leaders like Mark Zuckerberg, Tim Cook, and Bill Gates joined the event. Elon Musk was missing, saying he could not attend. The meeting showed how Silicon Valley is now working more closely with Trump’s administration.
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Who will make the most money from AI? Facebook executive turned venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya’s fascinating prediction resurfaces
Venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya’s 2023 iConnections talk has resurfaced, drawing attention to who will profit most from AI. Comparing AI to refrigeration, he suggested that while many can build similar models, true wealth will come to companies that find unique ways to leverage the technology. Founder of Social Capital and former Facebook executive, Palihapitiya highlights that innovation and strategic application, rather than invention alone, will shape the next generation of industry giants.
Will global cues and Fed rate cut hopes fuel a market recovery next week?
Indian equity indices ended flat amid choppy trading, with IT stocks declining due to US tariff concerns, offsetting auto sector gains fueled by GST cut hopes. For the week, however, markets gained 1%. Positive global cues and expectations of US rate cuts are expected to support a recovery next week, though Nifty faces resistance at 25,000.
Escaped murderous assault from Tihar inmates, alleges LS MP Engineer Rashid
Engineer Rashid, a jailed Lok Sabha member, claims he survived an attack in Tihar jail. He alleges a plot against Kashmiri inmates. Rashid's party demands an investigation. He reports that inmates with HIV are placed in their barracks to instigate attacks. Other Kashmiri prisoners were also allegedly attacked and harassed. The jail authorities are accused of deliberately disturbing their prayers.
At White House dinner, Trump lauds Nadella, Pichai amid praises from executives
Trump hosted a power-packed cohort of technology executives for dinner at the White House on Thursday, saying the "high IQ group" is leading a revolution in business.
Definitely a high IQ group: Trump hosts tech CEOs, including Sundar Pichai, Satya Nadella, at White House
Former US President Donald Trump hosted top tech leaders including Satya Nadella, Sundar Pichai, and Tim Cook at the White House, praising their innovation and investments. Discussions centred on AI, education, and economic growth, with executives highlighting significant US investments. Trump lauded their contributions to American technology and global trust.
Festive-season boost: Rate-cut transmission to get a push as banking gets Rs 62,000 cr
The banking system is set to receive a liquidity boost of ₹62,000 crore with the first phase of the CRR cut taking effect, injecting funds ahead of the festive season. This move aims to improve monetary transmission and stimulate economic activity, potentially leading to lower deposit and lending rates.
Five Indian-American CEOs join Trump’s tech dinner, Elon Musk left out
The guest list is set to include Microsoft cofounder Bill Gates, Apple CEO Tim Cook, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and a dozen other executives from the biggest artificial intelligence and tech firms, according to the White House.
Trump’s Rose Garden dinner — Gates, Cook, Zuckerberg to attend, Musk out; a new Silicon Valley alliance on the horizon?
President Donald Trump is set to host a high-profile dinner at the newly renovated White House Rose Garden tonight, welcoming tech giants Bill Gates, Tim Cook, and Mark Zuckerberg. Notably absent from the guest list is Elon Musk, fueling speculation about emerging alliances in the tech world. This first-of-its-kind gathering in the redesigned garden signals a focus on technology, AI, and innovation policy, highlighting the government’s push to engage directly with industry giants.
Yamuna water enters parts of Delhi, leading to severe waterlogging
Delhi faces challenges with waterlogging and potential flooding. The Yamuna River overflows, impacting areas like Loha Pul and Kashmere Gate. Water enters Monastery Market and Civil Lines, submerging vehicles. People in low-lying areas are relocated. Relief camps near Mayur Vihar are also flooded. Shopkeepers in Monastery market are taking precautions. The old Yamuna Bridge is closed for traffic.
Bigg Boss fame Gauahar Khan offers a glimpse inside her ₹15 crore dream Mumbai home and luxe lifestyle
Gauahar Khan and Zaid Darbar will welcome their second baby in 2025. They shared a glimpse of their Rs 15 crore Mumbai home. Farah Khan visited their house in May. The house features a drawing room, dining area, and functional kitchen. Gauahar Khan's net worth is estimated at Rs 49 crore. Their garage includes luxury cars like Mercedes-Benz and Audi.
Trump to host tech CEOs for first event in newly renovated Rose Garden
The guests include Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg, Apple CEO Tim Cook, Microsoft founder Bill Gates and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, the official said.
Rains, floods grip North India; Disrupt life
Heavy rains in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh have caused widespread disruption, including landslides and rising river levels, tragically resulting in fatalities in Jammu. The vital national highway connecting Kashmir remains closed, impacting essential supplies and causing significant losses for apple traders. School closures are extended in Jammu and Kashmir divisions due to the ongoing weather conditions.
BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari suspended for remainder of West Bengal special assembly session
West Bengal Assembly witnessed a tumultuous session as Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari was suspended by Speaker Biman Banerjee for disrupting proceedings during a debate on alleged harassment of Bengali migrants. Adhikari protested Education Minister Bratya Basu's remarks about the Indian Army, leading to slogans and a walkout by BJP legislators. The special session is scheduled to conclude on Thursday.
Russian Consulate in Sydney attacked, authorities struggle to arrest man who slammed car into the building
A white Toyota SUV rammed into the Russian consulate in Sydney's Woollahra. The incident occurred around 8 am local time. Police arrested the 39-year-old driver after he allegedly drove through the gates. Officers used batons to break the car window. The driver is now assisting investigators at Surry Hills Police Station.
Rs 500 crore industry, 5,000 jobs, and one looming SC order: How Agra's famous petha may lose its 'sweetness'
Agra’s centuries-old petha trade faces a turning point after the Supreme Court ordered the relocation of all units within the Taj Trapezium Zone to protect the Taj Mahal from pollution. Thousands of families tied to the sweet’s legacy fear losing their livelihood. While many units already use cleaner fuels, relocation plans have faltered due to poor infrastructure and resistance from manufacturers. With a verdict due this month, the future of Agra’s signature sweet hangs in the balance.
Car rams into Russian consulate gates in Sydney, police arrest accused; video shows aftermath
Russian Consulate Sydney: According to Sky News Australia, New South Wales Police were alerted around 8 am to reports of an “unauthorised vehicle” in the driveway of the consulate on Fullerton Street.When officers from the Eastern Suburbs Police Area Command arrived and tried to speak to the driver, he allegedly accelerated, smashing through the gates and entering the grounds.
J&K: Salal Dam gates opened as water levels in Chenab rise amid heavy rains
In Jammu and Kashmir, Salal Dam gates opened due to rising Chenab River levels from heavy rainfall, a precaution against downstream flooding. The Indus Waters Treaty is currently suspended following the Pahalgam terror attack. The Vaishno Devi Yatra remains suspended for the seventh day due to bad weather and safety concerns, with a committee investigating recent landslides.
Panic at Minnesota State Fair as emergency alert sparks chaos: Why did the protest happen? Cops share update
A protest temporarily closed the main gate at the Minnesota State Fair on Saturday afternoon. The state fair stated that Gate 5 was briefly closed starting at about 1:08 p.m. due to a demonstration. An emergency alert was issued to nearby residents but the gate was re-opened later and vehicle traffic resumed after the protest.
1,321 deaths on Delhi-NCR tracks in 2.5 years: Railways name 5 high-risk spots including Faridabad, Shahdara, Adarsh Nagar
Railway Protection Force data reveals 1,321 bodies found on Delhi-NCR tracks in two-and-a-half years. Fatalities increased between 2023 and 2025. Faridabad, Delhi Shahdara, Adarsh Nagar, Gurgaon, and Rohtak are high-risk stretches. People take shortcuts and live near tracks. RPF increases enforcement and conducts awareness workshops. They urge commuters to avoid crossing tracks and boarding moving trains.
Why was the Harbhajan Singh-Sreesanth "slap-gate" footage not released for 17 years? Harsha Bhogle has the answer
Lalit Modi's recent revelation of the unseen footage has reignited the Harbhajan Singh-Sreesanth "slap-gate" incident that happened in the first season of IPL in 2008. Harsha Bhogle has not revealed that the footage was not made public for almost 18 years to protect the league's image, which was in infancy at the time. The video has received criticism from Sreesanth's wife.
When Bill Gates explained the ‘internet’ in 1995 and everyone laughed: Resurfaced video shows how future tech always sounds crazy
A resurfaced 1995 Late Show clip features Bill Gates explaining the internet to a skeptical David Letterman, highlighting how revolutionary ideas can initially seem absurd. Letterman questioned the need for the internet, citing existing technologies like radio, prompting audience laughter. It reminds us that today's 'crazy' tech could become tomorrow's essential, mirroring the internet's transformative journey from ridiculed novelty to global infrastructure.
GATE 2026 registration window open: Here's how to apply, important dates, fees & other details
GATE 2026 registration Begins today at gate2026.iitg.ac.in: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati has commenced Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2026 registration. The examination is scheduled for February 7, 8, 14, and 15. Candidates can register on the official website. The registration deadline without a late fee is September 28. A new Energy Science paper has been introduced. Sample papers and information brochures are available online.
GATE 2026 registration dates changed: Check new schedule released by IIT Guwahati, eligibility, new subjects, fee details
GATE 2026 registration date: IIT Guwahati has revised the GATE 2026 registration schedule; the application window opens on August 28, 2025, and closes on September 28, 2025. The exam will be held on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026, with results announced on March 19, 2026. An Energy Science section has been added, and the application fees have been revised for different categories.
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