T’puram: Nearly two years after the Mundakkai-Chooralmala landslides devastated parts of Wayanad, records accessed under the RTI Act show that the Kerala govt has directly spent only Rs 102.6 crore from its own funds for relief and rehabilitation, reports KP Saikiran.According to the disaster management department’s response, this entire amount was drawn from the state…
New Delhi: A powerful new AI model is forcing govts, banks, and technology firms to rethink the rules of cybersecurity – and in India, the stakes may be even higher.Claude Mythos, developed by Anthropic, has demonstrated the ability to autonomously detect and exploit software vulnerabilities, including flaws that have persisted for decades. Early tests revealed…
‘Bhooth Bangla’, starring Akshay Kumar in the lead, hits theaters today as one of 2026’s most anticipated Bollywood releases. Directed by Priyadarshan, the film marks the much-awaited reunion of the actor-director duo after nearly 16 years, rekindling the magic of their earlier comedy hits. Blending horror with comedy, ‘Bhooth Bangla’ promises a mix of spooky…
Humidity is a silent saboteur, turning pantry staples into mouldy waste by promoting bacterial growth and degrading nutrients. Protecting your groceries from moisture is key to a healthy kitchen and controlled finances. The back of the cupboard ends up becoming a sort of graveyard where flour bags, apricots, and pasta boxes that have been opened…
Asian shares opened lower on Friday, while oil prices declined after US President Donald Trump expressed optimism regarding securing a permanent ceasefire with Iran, ahead of the current truce’s expiry next week. Asian shares were down with the MSCI’s gauge for the region declining 0.5%. US equity-index futures were mixed as S&P 500 Index contracted…
‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’, starring Ranveer Singh, continues its dominant theatrical run, crossing the Rs 1,100 crore mark at the Indian box office while adding a new record to list of the highest fourth-week collections.Dhurandhar 2 Review ‘Dhurandhar 2’ week 4 collection The Aditya Dhar directorial appears to have showed signs of slowing down at the…
Kolkata: West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company is planning to procure a substantial number of diesel generator (DG) sets and UPS units on a rental basis from neighbouring states like Assam and Bihar.This will be done to ensure an uninterrupted supply of power at polling stations. The state will have 85,379 polling booths at 55,000…
New Delhi: After months of negotiations, govt and auto industry on Thursday reached a consensus on the proposed CAFE-3 fuel efficiency norms, with companies agreeing to most of the draft circulated last week, even as concerns remain over meeting stricter emission targets by FY32.TOI has learnt that officials told industry representatives that the thrust of…
Legendary musician A.R. Rahman, active since the 1980s, boasts impressive real estate holdings including a modern white bungalow in Chennai’s Kodambakkam, estimated at Rs 15 crore, and a multi-crore Los Angeles apartment doubling as a studio. Both properties reflect his global success and dedication to his craft, offering him dedicated spaces for creativity and family….
Elon Musk’s philosophy emphasizes pursuing purpose over perfection, even when odds are unfavorable. He demonstrated this by investing his fortune into SpaceX and Tesla, enduring failures to achieve ambitious goals like reusable rockets and electric cars. This mindset encourages taking calculated risks and prioritizing “why” over “what if” in daily life and career choices. Some…
