After ruling Hermès menswear for 4 decades, Véronique Nichanian drops the mic in style
The artistic director of menswear at Hermès, Véronique Nichanian, steps down after a 40-year reign, taking a whole era of Parisian fashion with her.
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Mumbai rains: Heavy downpour floods streets, railway tracks flooded, red alert sounded
Mumbai grappled with heavy rainfall on Saturday, leading to waterlogged streets and a tragic landslide in Vikhroli that claimed two lives and injured two others. The IMD has issued a red alert for Mumbai and neighboring districts, forecasting continued intense rainfall. In Himachal Pradesh, the monsoon death toll has reached 257, with widespread disruptions to…
Gmail AI controversy explained: Did Google really use your emails to train AI?
Viral posts alleged Gmail was using user emails to train AI, sparking widespread concern. A YouTube influencer’s warning about “Smart Features” and a Malwarebytes report fueled the debate. Google has since issued a firm denial, stating no settings were changed and Gmail content is not used for Gemini AI training.
8th Pay Commission update: Govt begins consultation on CPC with states and ministries — here’s what it told Parliament
The government is preparing to establish the 8th Central Pay Commission. Consultations are underway with various ministries and state governments. This commission will revise the pay for central government employees and pensioners. The 8th CPC is expected to be implemented from January 1, 2026. The government revises dearness allowance twice a year to adjust for…
Stephen Miller’s wife Katie leaves Elon Musk’s full-time job to become a podcaster. Her first guests are…
Katie Miller, formerly a White House staffer and later working for Elon Musk, is launching “The Katie Miller Podcast” aimed at MAGA women. Despite leaving her role with Musk, she denies any feud and hopes he’ll be a listener and a guest someday. Katie told Axios that her husband Stephen Miller has been incredibly supportive…
‘India will be …’: What BJP said on impact of Trump’s tariff; cites local consumption
The BJP downplayed the impact of US tariffs on India, emphasizing the nation’s strong domestic consumption, contributing significantly to its GDP. Syed Zafar Islam highlighted India’s resilience amidst global economic challenges, contrasting it with higher inflation rates in the US and UK. He credited PM Modi’s policies for strengthening India’s economy, citing positive outlooks from…
Piyush’s advice to Anurag on getting upset
Anurag Kashyap recently discussed his close-knit friendships with Piyush Mishra and Manoj Bajpayee, highlighting the importance of honesty in Bollywood. He mentioned that Piyush often gets upset by his blunt reactions, while Manoj provides reality checks. Kashyap values these silent yet strong bonds, including those with Vikramaditya Motwane and Nawazuddin Siddiqui, often bonding over cinema…
Kejriwal lauds ‘honest’ AAP regime, says previous governments ‘ruined’ Punjab
Arvind Kejriwal, addressing a gathering on Udham Singh’s martyrdom day, accused previous governments of ruining Punjab, while praising the Bhagwant Mann-led AAP government’s efforts in combating drug smuggling and revolutionizing education. He highlighted the arrest of drug lords, improvements in government schools, and increased electricity supply for farmers.
Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee starts today: USCIS guidance on who must pay and who is exempt
President Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee takes effect today, applying to new petitions filed for beneficiaries outside the US without a valid H-1B visa. USCIS requires proof of payment or approved exceptions via pay.gov, while exemptions remain rare and tightly controlled. The rule excludes amendments, extensions, or changes of status for those inside the US….