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Three 22-year-olds, including two Indian-American founders, have become the world’s youngest self-made billionaires by founding Mercor, a $10 billion San Francisco-based AI recruitment startup. The company connects AI laboratories with skilled human experts, employing over 30,000 contractors globally. Founders Brendan Foody, Adarsh Hiremath, and Surya Midha dropped out of Harvard and Georgetown after receiving Thiel…

Ranbir Kapoor is reviving the legendary RK Studios, founded by his grandfather Raj Kapoor. He plans to collaborate with Deepika Padukone and Ayan Mukerji on his directorial debut, blending legacy with contemporary storytelling and expanding infrastructure. This marks a new era for the iconic studio after its decline and property sale.

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways will now penalize contractors for accidents on Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) national highway stretches. A penalty of Rs 25 lakh will be imposed if more than one accident occurs in a year, increasing to Rs 50 lakh the following year.

Apple’s CFO hinted at a quiet year for new Mac releases, with no major launches expected before the end of 2025. This follows a strong 2024 lineup. While a refreshed 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M5 chip has arrived, higher-end models and the Mac mini/iMac might be delayed until 2026.

Once a casual caffeine ritual, “coffee badging” has emerged as a subtle act of rebellion in hybrid workplaces. According to Monster’s 2025 Coffee Badging Survey, 12% of employees now badge in, grab coffee, and leave to work remotely—symbolising the modern tug-of-war between corporate visibility and personal autonomy in an era redefining the meaning of showing…

Fortnite’s new Simpsons update introduces Witch Marge as a boss at Predator Peak Overlook. Players can find her in an abandoned house south of Evergreen Terrace. To defeat her, maintain distance, use cover, study her patterns, and stock up on supplies. Successfully eliminating Witch Marge rewards players with her powerful Enhanced Compact SMG.

Luka Doncic’s return to the Lakers lineup is a significant boost for their upcoming NBA Cup clash against the Memphis Grizzlies. Despite a recent injury scare, Doncic is back, aiming to lead the team to victory. This comeback is crucial as the Lakers navigate early-season challenges, including LeBron James’s absence, and look to build momentum.

Shraddha Kapoor has commenced shooting for ‘Eetha’, a biopic directed by Laxman Utekar, focusing on the life of legendary Tamasha artist Vithabai. The film, whose title reflects a regional pronunciation of ‘Vitha’, began production on November 1, 2025. Kapoor’s recent success includes ‘Stree 2’, with ‘Stree 3’ and ‘Naagin’ also on her upcoming slate.

Nexperia China insists its operations are stable despite its Dutch parent halting wafer supplies, citing payment disputes. The Chinese unit calls the parent’s claims misleading and deceptive, asserting it has ample inventory and is securing new wafer sources. This dispute, following Dutch authorities taking control of Nexperia from its Chinese owner, impacts the global auto…

Indian Army soldiers have rescued a young Himalayan Brown Bear cub. The cub, named Bahadur, had its head stuck in a metal canister. Soldiers carefully freed the animal using tools. They then provided food to help the cub recover. This act of compassion has been widely praised online. The rescue highlights the army’s dedication to…