Nationwide bank strike from tomorrow; know why

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New Delhi: Banking operations at public sector banks across the country are likely to be disrupted Tuesday as the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) goes ahead with its nationwide strike demanding a five-day work week. The decision to strike was taken after a conciliation meeting with the Chief Labour Commissioner January 23 failed to resolve the issue. The UFBU is a joint platform of nine unions representing officers and employees...

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EU probes Musk’s X over Grok-generated sexualised deepfakes

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New Delhi: The European Commission Monday launched a new formal investigation against Elon Musk’s X under the Digital Services Act (DSA) over its AI chatbot Grok's generation of sexualised deepfake images of women and minors. In parallel, the Commission extended its ongoing investigation launched in December 2023 into X's compliance with its recommender systems risk management obligations. According to a statement, the new investigation will assess whether the company properly assessed...

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A successful India makes world more stable: EU’s Ursula von der Leyen

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New Delhi: A successful India makes the world more stable, prosperous and secure, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Monday, after witnessing the 77th Republic-Day celebrations at the majestic Kartavya Path, a day ahead of the India-EU summit. Von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa attended the Republic-Day parade as chief guests, joining a select group of global leaders who have graced the country's biggest ceremonial event...

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China, India are ‘good neighbours, friends and partners’: President Xi

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Beijing: Chinese President Xi Jinping Monday described India and China as "good neighbours, friends and partners", saying that achieving "dragon and elephant dancing together" is the right choice for both countries. Greeting his Indian counterpart, Droupadi Murmu, on the 77th Republic Day, President Xi said that India-China relations have continued to improve and develop, aligning with the fundamental interests of both countries and their people, and are of great significance for...

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Elephant cut into 32 pieces, remains buried across Odisha

Berhampur: The carcass of a wild elephant, which died of suspected electrocution, was cut into 32 pieces and buried in different places in Kandhamal and Kalahandi districts, a senior forest officer said Monday. According to officials, to avoid departmental action following the death of a wild elephant in Baliguda forest division in Kandhamal district, forest officers disposed...

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Nationwide bank strike from tomorrow; know why

New Delhi: Banking operations at public sector banks across the country are likely to be disrupted Tuesday as the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) goes ahead with its nationwide strike demanding a five-day work week. The decision to strike was taken after a conciliation meeting with the Chief Labour Commissioner January 23 failed to resolve the...

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EU probes Musk’s X over Grok-generated sexualised deepfakes

New Delhi: The European Commission Monday launched a new formal investigation against Elon Musk’s X under the Digital Services Act (DSA) over its AI chatbot Grok's generation of sexualised deepfake images of women and minors. In parallel, the Commission extended its ongoing investigation launched in December 2023 into X's compliance with its recommender systems risk management obligations....

India, EU concludes negotiations for FTA: Commerce Secy

New Delhi: India and the European Union (EU) have successfully concluded negotiations for the proposed free trade agreement, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said Monday. He said the trade deal from the Indian perspective is balanced and forward-looking, which will help in better economic integration of India with the EU. It will propel trade and investments in both...

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WPL Toss: RCB opt to bowl against MI

Vadodara: Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Smriti Mandhana won the toss and invited Mumbai Indians to bat in their Women's Premier League match Monday. For MI, Amelia Kerr is back in the playing XI, with Nicola Carey missing out due to injury. Meanwhile, table-toppers RCB are unchanged. Teams: Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Smriti Mandhana (c), Grace Harris, Georgia Voll,...

T20 WC: Pakistan will play India, but with conditions, say sources

New Delhi: The Pakistan Government has given a go-ahead to the National team to play against India in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Colombo. Sources said the decision was arrived at after a meeting between Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad Monday. Though PCB...

Esha Deol lauds Sunny Deol’s performance in ‘Border 2’

New Delhi: Actor Esha Deol praised her brother and Hindi star Sunny Deol and called him "the best" after his performance in Border 2. Esha shared a picture alongside Sunny on her Instagram handle Monday, and suggested her fans and followers to watch the film. In the note, she also remembered her late father and Hindi film...

 

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