AIADMK would support TN govt’s stand on the matter pertaining to Keeladi excavation findings: Edappadi K Palaniswami

Edappadi K Palaniswami, AIADMK general secretary, pledged support for the Tamil Nadu government’s position on the Keeladi excavation findings, emphasizing AIADMK’s role in initiating the excavations and establishing the on-site museum. He also addressed the custodial death of B Ajith Kumar, criticizing the police and highlighting the deteriorating law and order situation in the state.

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Is AI about to replace your job? Here’s what Microsoft found

Microsoft researchers analysed 200,000 anonymised Bing Copilot chats to determine which jobs are most at risk from generative AI. Occupations involving writing, teaching, and customer service were found to be more vulnerable, while manual and lower-paid roles like housekeeping and roofing were less affected. The study cautions against assuming immediate job losses, noting the complexity…

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Despite Women’s World Cup final defeat, Koneru Humpy leads FIDE Circuit leaderboard; Divya Deshmukh makes massive jump

Indian prodigy Divya Deshmukh’s victory at the Women’s World Cup in Batumi secured her a spot in the 2026 Candidates tournament, alongside Koneru Humpy and Tan Zhongyi. With five spots filled, the Grand Swiss and FIDE Women’s Events series offer remaining qualification opportunities. Humpy Koneru currently leads the FIDE series, while Anna Muzychuk tops the…

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‘Cheap humour-satire’: Another dog named Dogesh Babu’s residence certificate application raises eyebrows; Nawada DM orders action

A bizarre incident occurred in Bihar. An online application for a residential certificate was submitted under the name Dogesh Babu. The application included a dog’s photo. This prompted District Magistrate Ravi Prakash to order a police investigation. This follows a similar incident in Patna. There, a residential certificate was issued to a dog. Authorities are…

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Dubai’s e-cigarette laws: What visitors and residents should know to avoid fines

Dubai has specific regulations for e-cigarette use. Vaping is legal but restricted to designated smoking zones, with fines from AED 500 to AED 2,000 for violations. Tourists can bring e-cigarettes for personal use, adhering to quantity limits and safety guidelines. The rules aim to protect public health and maintain social norms, reflecting concerns about nicotine…

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