Taiwan’s TSMC, the world’s leading chipmaker, has detained three current and former employees for allegedly stealing trade secrets related to its advanced 2-nanometer chip technology. The breach, discovered through internal monitoring, led to legal proceedings under Taiwan’s amended National Security Act. This law, enacted to protect critical technologies, carries penalties of up to 12 years…
Singer Jasmin Walia amused fans this Halloween by introducing her new boyfriend with his face hidden behind a ghost mask. This comes after her past rumoured link-up with cricketer Hardik Pandya, who has since confirmed his relationship with Mahieka Sharma and continues to co-parent his son with ex-wife Natasa Stankovic.
Bangladesh has recalled all-rounder Shamim Hossain to their squad for the third T20I against Ireland after captain Litton Das voiced concerns over his initial exclusion. The decision followed criticism regarding the selection process, with Das and coach Phil Simmons reportedly not informed of Shamim’s omission. The series is currently tied at 1-1.
Apple TV+ has unexpectedly postponed the premiere of “The Savant,” a political thriller starring Jessica Chastain, just days before its scheduled release. The decision, made without explanation, follows heightened scrutiny of entertainment content dealing with political extremism. The series, inspired by a true story, features Chastain infiltrating online extremist groups to prevent violence.
Donald Trump hinted at potential tariff actions against countries like India and China for importing energy from Russia, citing concerns about fueling the war in Ukraine. He expressed dissatisfaction with India’s trade practices and hinted at substantially raising tariffs due to their continued oil trade with Russia.
AR Rahman shared the unexpected origin of his iconic song ‘Khwaja Mere Khwaja,’ which was initially composed for a spiritual purpose before being integrated into Jodhaa Akbar. He also revealed the inspiration behind ‘Mayya’ from Guru, stemming from a spiritual trip, and his desire to collaborate with Lata Mangeshkar, leading to ‘Luka Chuppi’.
The commerce ministry is mapping global non-tariff measures to boost export quality and technical compliance. The DGFT is compiling a database of regulatory requirements, urging exporters to submit information within seven days. This initiative aims to support the Export Promotion Mission and address challenges posed by NTMs, which can increase costs and cause shipment delays.
Tushar Jalota’s ‘Param Sundari’ trailer, featuring Janhvi Kapoor and Sidharth Malhotra, faces backlash for its stereotypical portrayal of Malayali women. Influencer Divya Nair criticized Janhvi’s incomprehensible Malayalam diction and the film’s reliance on outdated stereotypes. Nair questioned why local talent wasn’t considered, suggesting actors like Nayanthara could have brought authenticity to the role.
Donald Trump’s potential attendance at John Cena’s retirement match in Washington D.C. has become a major talking point, with the former president reportedly undecided. While WWE has invited him, his schedule, including the Army vs. Navy game, makes his appearance uncertain. Fans are divided, with some anticipating a political spectacle and others emphasizing Cena’s legacy.
Indian shooters dominated the ISSF Junior World Cup in New Delhi, securing seven of nine medals. The girls achieved a clean sweep in the 10m air rifle, with Ojasvi Thakur winning gold. Himanshu and Abhinav Shaw also earned silver and bronze in the men’s event, while Mukesh Nelavalli took silver in 25m rapid fire pistol.
