‘India at defining moment in AI journey and Microsoft is helping build future-ready workforce’: Microsoft India president Puneet Chandok

Microsoft is partnering with the Indian government to integrate AI learning into vocational institutions nationwide, aiming to equip a future-ready workforce for an AI-powered economy. This initiative, involving over 350 students in a micro-degree program, supports India’s mission to prepare its youth for the evolving job market and its booming AI sector.

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Trade gambit: Donald Trump’s previous tariff barrage spooked markets. Will this time be different?

President Trump is escalating the trade war with new tariffs on multiple countries, aiming to boost US growth despite economists’ warnings of inflation and slowdown. Letters announcing tariffs up to 50% have been sent, with an August 1 deadline and no extensions. While markets show restraint, the move draws criticism and confusion, raising concerns about…

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Moral Inheritance

Karim Bakhsh was an unpretentious, religious person who lived quietly in a village on a modest income. When he finally passed away at the age of 65, he left no material inheritance worth the name to his family. After his death, his eldest son, Rahim, left the village and went to settle in the city…

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Google-parent Alphabet becomes $3 trillion company, joins Apple, Nvidia and Microsoft

Alphabet, Google’s parent company, has achieved a $3 trillion market capitalization, joining an exclusive club alongside Nvidia, Microsoft, and Apple. Shares surged over 4% to $251.22, fueled by a favorable antitrust ruling. A US District Judge allowed Google to retain its Android operating system and Chrome browser. Since April, Alphabet’s shares have increased by over…

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Basketball | Sreekala Rani fires 30, India finish 5th in FIBA Asia Cup

Sreekala Rani’s impressive 30-point performance propelled India to a resounding 103-77 victory over Kazakhstan in the FIBA Asia Cup basketball tournament, held in Shenzhen, China. This win secured India a fifth-place finish in Division B, marking a positive end to their campaign. India’s improved defense and fast-break offense were key to their dominant performance, particularly…

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Los Angeles Clippers vs. Phoenix Suns (10-24-2025) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The Phoenix Suns will host the Los Angeles Clippers for their next home game. The Suns secured a season-opening victory against the Sacramento Kings. The Clippers are considered favorites in this upcoming matchup. This game marks the first encounter between the two teams this season. Fans anticipate an exciting contest as both teams aim for…

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Aadhaar-linked insurance fraud alert: Insurance scams on the rise; UP Police probe bogus claims using fake identities

Aadhaar-linked identity systems are being increasingly exploited by fraudsters to file bogus insurance claims, prompting a large-scale probe by Uttar Pradesh Police. Criminals are forging Aadhaar documents to obtain policies or process fictitious claims, moving beyond previous techniques. Insurers are tightening oversight and flagging suspicious data to the Insurance Information Bureau to combat the rising…

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The ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ is reshaping student loans at the University of Michigan: Pell Grants, caps, and repayment changes explained

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1), signed into law in July 2025, is reshaping student loans at the University of Michigan. With expanded Pell Grant access, capped federal borrowing, and fewer repayment plans, students face both new opportunities and barriers. Experts and students alike express concern over rising costs, unclear guidance, and reduced access…

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