Shah Rukh Khan delivered a memorable performance in ‘Chak De! India,’ but the role was initially offered to Salman Khan. Salman declined due to his then-prevailing image of doing commercial movies, fearing his fans would expect a typical heroic portrayal, which didn’t align with the film’s serious tone and the character of a hockey coach.
President Trump’s directive requiring universities to share detailed admissions data aims to increase transparency in college admissions. While it promises greater accountability, critics fear the move could be used politically to penalize institutions and undermine fairness. Key issues include legacy admissions and how this data release might impact equity and access for marginalized students.
Tim Cook and Jensen Huang’s contrasting educational paths highlight two valid routes to CEO success. Cook’s blend of engineering and business education supports operational mastery, while Huang’s deep technical expertise and entrepreneurial spirit drive innovation. Their journeys reveal that in 2025, leadership demands not just education but resilience, adaptability, and strategic application of knowledge.
Mahavatar Narsimha, the animated mythological film, has achieved remarkable success, crossing USD 1 million in North America. Its popularity among the diaspora is evident, highlighting the appeal of Indian stories. Domestically, the film has earned Rs 168 crore, with the Hindi version surpassing Rs 100 crore, a first for an Indian animated film.
Munmun Dutta, recognized for her role as Babita in ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah,’ recently shared that her mother has been hospitalized, causing her to take a break from social media. Dutta expressed gratitude for the support from friends while balancing professional duties with her mother’s care.
At the Nvidia AI Summit 2024 in Mumbai, Akshay Kumar questioned Jensen Huang about AI’s limitations, sparking a viral discussion on its role. Huang clarified that AI serves as a powerful augmentation tool, enhancing human capabilities but not replacing them entirely. He emphasized the importance of safety, ethical design, and collaboration to ensure responsible AI…
The US Embassy in India has launched a WhatsApp alert service. This is for American citizens living or traveling in India. It will provide real-time safety advisories and emergency alerts. The service is free and requires a simple subscription. This initiative reflects a growing trend in consular communication. Other nations are also using instant messaging…
Tesla has reportedly dissolved its Dojo supercomputer team and will discontinue in-house chip development for autonomous driving. Despite this shift, Elon Musk sees potential for an “epic outcome,” particularly with the upcoming AI6 chip, which will be manufactured by Samsung. Tesla is also strengthening partnerships with Nvidia and AMD for computing power and chip solutions.
Sana from TWICE has finally spoken about the dating rumours with G-Dragon. The rumours started after G-Dragon posted a video of TWICE. He tagged Sana’s account, which caused a stir. His appearance on Sana’s show also fueled the rumours. G-Dragon’s agency clarified that the appearance was due to his friendship with Dex.
Sundar Pichai, Google’s CEO, advocates for calm leadership, emphasizing coaching over commanding. He believes emotional outbursts stifle innovation and create fear, hindering team performance. Pichai suggests that maintaining emotional equilibrium, especially in high-pressure environments, fosters a culture of safety and collaboration, ultimately leading to sustainable success.
