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Creators and artists set to take over the stage across every genre, every platform, every space at India’s biggest celebration of digital creators.

Google announces a major reduction in the energy used by its Gemini AI. The company reports a 33-fold decrease in energy consumption per text prompt. Carbon footprint also sees a significant drop. These improvements come from optimising hardware and software. Google also shares a new way to measure AI’s environmental impact.

The Indian cricket team has reportedly incorporated the Bronco Test into its fitness evaluation, joining the Yo-Yo Test and 2-kilometre time trial. This new assessment aims to elevate fitness standards by focusing on aerobic endurance, and as explained by a former strength and conditioning coach, makes cheating and cutting corners more difficult.

NYT Connections presents a daily word puzzle challenging players to identify hidden relationships among 16 words, sorting them into four groups. The August 21st edition mixes straightforward categories with tricky ones, testing players’ wordplay and cultural knowledge. Hints are provided to guide thinking, with categories including errors, imaginary worlds, sensory organs, and circular objects.

Vijay, the actor-turned-politician and president of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), announced his candidacy for the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly elections from Madurai East, directly challenging the ruling DMK. He asserted TVK’s commitment to Tamil causes, including retrieving Katchatheevu island, and criticized the DMK government’s actions against protesting sanitation workers.

Vijay, the actor-turned-politician and president of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), announced his candidacy for the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly elections from Madurai East, directly challenging the ruling DMK. He asserted TVK’s commitment to Tamil causes, including retrieving Katchatheevu island, and criticized the DMK government’s actions against protesting sanitation workers.

Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7 witnesses escalating tension as the Panippura task’s final round descends into chaos, prompting Bigg Boss to issue a stern warning due to physical altercations. Contestants disregard safety, leading to intervention. Further drama unfolds as Abhilash confronts Aryan and Rena for their insensitive reactions during Shaitya’s emotional story, fueling more clashes…

For individuals managing diabetes, understanding the impact of roti and vegetables on blood sugar is crucial. The choice of flour for roti significantly affects glycemic index, with whole grains being preferable. Non-starchy vegetables are beneficial, while portion control and mindful meal combinations are essential for maintaining stable blood glucose levels.

Denise Richards has filed a court order to remove her estranged husband, Aaron Phypers, and his family from their former shared home, seeking to retrieve her belongings and dogs. Richards claims Phypers’ family was supposed to be staying temporarily, but remained for two years, leading to unpaid rent and eviction. She also alleges damage to…

Sabar Bonda (Cactus Pears) made history earlier this year as the first-ever Indian fiction feature to win at the Sundance Film Festival, where it was awarded the prestigious Grand Jury Prize