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On 17 February 2026, skywatchers will get a chance to see one of the most striking types of solar eclipses: an annular eclipse, better known as a ‘ring of fire’. Unlike a total solar eclipse, where the Moon completely blocks the Sun, the Moon will leave a slim, glowing ring around its dark silhouette. The…
Embrace the joy of family bonding and relaxed outings today, where comfort takes center stage. Those who are single might find a surprise proposal on the horizon, while couples should seize the beautiful weather to share their deepest sentiments. While work tasks remain straightforward, students are encouraged to hit the books early in the day….
Los Angeles and much of Southern California are facing flash flood risks as a series of strong storms moves through the region, bringing heavy rain, thunderstorms and hazardous conditions. Officials and forecasters warn residents to stay alert and prepared because flash floods can develop quickly and with little warning. What’s happening now A powerful weather…
IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw NEW DELHI: Electronics and IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday said India is in discussions with ministers from over 30 countries to develop common technical and legal solutions to tackle the misuse of AI in media, as deepfakes and synthetic content pose growing risks to trust, democracy and creative industries.At the…
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei BENGALURU: Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said even as artificial intelligence technology produces great value, it will also bring big economic turmoil. So it is important, he said, to ensure everyone shares in the benefits, and urged India, as the world’s largest democracy, to use AI to make governance more efficient and…
A visitor shakes hand with a robot on display at the summit NEW DELHI: The AI Impact Summit 2026 marks a shift in India’s AI story – from cloud-heavy, software-led narratives to physical, deployable AI embedded in machines, devices and infrastructure.Spread across 70,000 square metres at Bharat Mandapam at the national capital, the summit is…
US Civil Rights Commission to Hear Columbia Students in Antisemitism Investigation Students from Columbia University are set to share their experiences with on-campus antisemitism on February 20 as part of a listening session hosted by the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights. The development was first reported by The Columbia Spectator, citing a commission spokesperson.The listening…
Actor Bertie Carvel has opened up about portraying Prince Baelor “Breakspear” Targaryen and the pivotal moment in episode 4 and 5, when the prince volunteers to fight for Ser Duncan the Tall in ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’.Carvel, in a round table attended by ETimes, said the scene immediately stood out to him when…
The US Department of State releases travel advisories at regular intervals to recommend precautions for its citizens. As per the Department of State, its highest priority is the safety and security of US citizens abroad. Likewise, its highest-level travel advisory Level 4: ‘Do Not Travel’ includes 22 countries and territories around the world. This warning…
Assi, starring Taapsee Pannu, Kani Kusruti, Revathy, Manoj Pahwa, Kumud Mishra and Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, among others, had a screening in Delhi on February 13 ahead of its release on February 20. Anubhav Sinha, the filmmaker behind Thappad (2020) and Mulk (2018), returns with another hard-hitting subject in his upcoming release, Assi. Led by Taapsee…
