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Recent reports in the US and Australian media detailing alleged espionage activities by Indian “intelligence officials” abroad have stirred unease within the Indian establishment. Sources in New Delhi reveal a sense of disquiet over what they perceive as a coordinated backlash from key Western strategic partners. On Tuesday, the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) disclosed that “Indian spies were kicked out …

Former Finance Minister and Congress leader P. Chidambaram took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday following Tesla chief Elon Musk’s surprise visit to China, after postponing his planned trip to India. Chidambaram pointed out Musk’s decision to defer his visit to India citing “Tesla obligations,” only to subsequently visit China and engage in talks with Chinese Premier …

Alphabet-owned Google has initiated layoffs, casting a shadow over the technology giant as it undertakes cost-cutting measures. Reports circulating suggest that Google may have axed its entire Python team, a move speculated to optimize expenses by sourcing cheaper labor internationally. Amidst this restructuring, a former Google employee, Matt Hu, took to LinkedIn to recount the night he discovered his layoff, …

In a groundbreaking test, the US military pitted a manned jet against an AI-controlled F-16, marking a significant milestone in the development of autonomous warfare technology. The AI-controlled F-16D X-62A, also known as the Variable-stability In-flight Simulator Test Aircraft (VISTA), engaged in an in-air dogfight with a manned jet last year. The test, which was recently disclosed by the US …

A recent study by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) predicts that climate change will significantly reduce the number of pleasant “outdoor days” in various global destinations by 2100. The study combines data from 50 climate models to forecast the impact of climate change on outdoor activities, with implications for quality of life, travel, and tourism. According to the study …

In a significant political shift, Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu’s People’s National Congress (PNC) has won a “super majority” in the country’s parliamentary elections. Preliminary results indicate a strong endorsement of Muizzu’s pro-Beijing foreign policy, with both India and China closely observing the outcome. PNC Dominates: The PNC, led by Muizzu, secured 70 out of 93 seats in the People’s Majlis. …

In a devastating incident at a motorsport event hosted by Sri Lanka’s army on Sunday, at least seven people were killed and 21 others injured when a race car veered off the track, crashing into spectators. The tragedy unfolded at the Fox Hill circuit, a venue maintained by the Sri Lankan army. A video of the incident, widely shared on …

In a bizarre and concerning turn of events in China, a couple vanished after informing their nanny that they were about to inherit a staggering 400 million yuan (approximately $55 million) from the wife’s deceased ex-partner. The incident has sparked widespread speculation and debate online, with many questioning the couple’s motives and the child’s welfare. According to the South China …

In the aftermath of Saturday’s tragic knife attack at a Sydney mall that claimed six lives and left a dozen wounded, the heroic actions of a visiting Frenchman have captured the attention of Australians and their Prime Minister. Damien Guerot, hailed as “bollard man” for his courageous intervention, confronted the attacker, Joel Cauchi, with nothing but a bollard, preventing further …

Oman is reeling from the aftermath of torrential rain, which has led to severe flooding in various parts of the country, claiming at least 13 lives. Reports from the UAE-based Khaleej Times reveal the grim toll of the ongoing deluge, with rescue efforts underway amidst challenging conditions. The civil defense and ambulance authority in Oman reported the recovery of the …