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In an important meeting scheduled for this week, government officials will confront Meta executives regarding pressing issues. The discussions will center around the presence of child sexual abuse material, the rise of AI-created content, and the measures in place for takedowns involving notable personalities. Compliance with local laws and the efficiency of Meta’s content moderation…
A number of heritage schools have set up base in India. But the central question is rarely asked: How much of the British school will actually travel? The Indian branch may carry the same name but without reproducing the same institution MUMBAI: In Gurgaon, a school carrying the name of Queen Elizabeth is preparing to…
Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has formed a six-member Governance Committee BENGALURU: In a move that signals a preference for institutional memory over ad hoc decision-making, Karnataka chief minister D K Shivakumar has constituted a six-member ‘Governance Committee’ comprising retired IAS officers with high integrity to advise the government on administrative reforms, governance challenges…
The World Gold Council wants gold classified as a strategic mineral MUMBAI: World Gold Council has come out with a 21-year plan to substantially improve the gold ecosystem in India. The plan, christened Swarnim Udaan and aligned with govt’s Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, aims to build on the strengths that have long distinguished India globally…
Australia to skip practice matches ahead of 2027 BGT (Image: ICC) Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has revealed that his side will not play any practice matches before the 2027 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in India, opting instead for an extended training camp tailored to Indian conditions.The five-Test series, scheduled from January 21 to March 3, 2027,…
The PCB said it has taken “serious notice” of the participation of former Pakistan cricketers in the tournament. NEW DELHI: Several former Pakistan cricketers could face disciplinary action from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) after taking part in the Asian Legends League in Zambia without the required approval, according to ESPNcricinfo. More than a dozen…
TISS reschedules annual convocation for Aug 22, announces reimbursement for student losses MUMBAI: After abruptly cancelling its annual convocation just two days before the scheduled ceremony last weekend, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has rescheduled the event for Aug 22. In another mail, the institute has asked students to submit their reimbursement claims…
Musician Barry Manilow cancels his Lexington concert at the last minute due to unforeseen circumstances. He was meant to perform at the arena in March earlier this year; however, at the time, he had to postpone his ongoing events because of his cancer diagnosis and treatment. (Instagram) Barry Manilow, a veteran musician who was set…
Why are people wrapping aluminium foil around doorknobs? Simple, practical use of the foil that prevents damage to household hardware.(Photo: AI generated by Canva) There’s a reason kitchen drawers around the world hoard rolls of aluminum foil long after the leftovers are gone.Turns out that it can be used as one of the most useful…
The Moon in Aries may trigger more of a need to spend quickly or defend your financial choices. Mercury in Cancer helps the imagination and learning, but it can also make emotional wishes sound more urgent than they are. What to Do Today Look at the cost of a course, hobby, activity or creative idea….
