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Meta AI head shares message for Google Cloud head, who announced he is joining ScaleAI; the company Alexandr Wang founded, but left to head Mark Zuckerberg’s AI division

Meta AI head shares message for Google Cloud head, who announced he is joining ScaleAI; the company Alexandr Wang founded, but left to head Mark Zuckerberg’s AI division

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Scale AI has appointed Francis deSouza, Google Cloud’s chief operating officer, as its new CEO. He replaces interim chief executive Jason Droege, who had led the company since founder Alexandr Wang departed in 2025 to join Meta after its $14.3 billion investment in the startup. Meta AI head Alexandr Wang congratulated deSouza on joining ScaleAI….

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Rahul Gandhi took a jab at PM Modi and Amit Shah, calling them ‘India’s past’ NEW DELHI: Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah over the action against student protesters, alleging that the government was trying to “silence Gen Z” through FIRs and social media takedowns after directly attacking them during protests.Making a statement on X, the Congress leader said, “PM Modi and Amit Shah – you cannot threaten Gen Z into silence. First you broke their bones. Now you are filing FIRs and taking down their accounts.”Further taking a jab at PM Modi and Shah, he added, “You are India’s past. Be careful about how you treat India’s future.”This comes a day after Rahul demanded a Supreme Court-monitored, high-powered committee to investigate the alleged police action against student protesters during the July 20 demonstration at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar.In a post on X, the Congress MP had called for an impartial probe into the alleged use of force, saying, “Students deserve justice. An independent SC-monitored high-powered committee must be constituted to probe brutalities against our students.”Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesGandhi also shared a video purportedly showing police action against the protesters. The footage appeared to show police personnel lathi-charging demonstrators, while another clip showed a man in civilian clothes forcefully pushing a student carrying the Indian flag onto the road.His demand came as Opposition MPs from several INDIA bloc parties staged a protest at Makar Dwar in the Parliament complex over the alleged police action against students and the alleged embezzlement of donations meant for the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.The MPs gathered around 10.30 am, carrying placards questioning who ordered the police action at Jantar Mantar and raising slogans demanding accountability from the Centre over the alleged use of force and the alleged financial irregularities in donations to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple.The protest took place hours before the Rajya Sabha was scheduled to consider and pass the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTrisha MahajanTrisha Mahajan is a journalist with The Times of India digital, with keen interest in covering business and corporate affairs. She also reports on key national and world developments and global news trends. A keen reader with a strong interest in storytelling that adds context, clarity, and depth to complex issues.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi Releases New Selfie Video On Instagram As Rajya Sabha Clears Anti-Paper Leak BillAfter ‘Gau-Mutra Expert’ Remark, Priyanka Gandhi Gets Scathing Open Letter From 200+ Academicians‘Cut Shudra’s Tongue If…’: Kharge Quotes ‘Translated Manusmriti’ In RS; Sudhanshu, Nadda Hit BackAssam Flood Death Toll Rises To 78 As Over Three Lakh Remain Affected Despite Receding WatersHockey India’s Saffron Jersey Sparks Massive Row As Olympians, Critics Question Iconic Blue IdentitySonam Wangchuk Praises Vande Bharat Train; Reminds Govt To Honour Vow Made To Protesting Students₹28.5 Cr Cash Seized In Birbhum: Former Govt Bus Driver Arrested | Tulu Mondal Link Under ProbeMamata Banerjee Urges EC To End TMC Symbol Dispute As Rival Faction Misses Repeated DeadlinesSC Questions Blanket Ban On Pellet Guns, Orders Preservation Of RAF Ammunition LogOver 1 Lakh Schools Across India Have Only One Teacher; Andhra Pradesh Records Highest Number123Photostories6 traditional Pahadi dishes every food lover should try at least onceBrits dying from ‘Victorian lung disease’ mistaken for a smoker’s cough: What exactly is this disease? 6 warning signs you should watch forThe chemistry of crispy sweet potato fries: What happens when you add rice flour, baking powder and white vinegar to friesCyclosporiasis rise in UK travellers: What is the ‘explosive diarrhoea’ parasite, how does it spread? 5 safety tips for travellersSobhita Dhulipala to Aditi Rao Hydari: Celebrity Showstoppers who lit up India Couture Week 2026Want to make money while you sleep? These 5 passive income ideas actually work10 baby names inspired by Celtic legendsOptical illusion personality test: What you see first reveals your hidden superpowers and weaknesses5 things difficult people teach you that kind people never canNTR to Prabhas, Ranbir Kapoor: 10 actors who portrayed Lord Ram on the silver screen123Hot PicksHurricane IrmaRuchika SinghRRB Group D Admit CardBhagat SinghByelection todayFranz KafkaFed meetingKanwar Yatra securityNew anti-paper leak billTop TrendingMeta India Head ArrestedPM ModiCJP Protest Woman ArrestedDehradun Teacher SuicideAbhijeet DipkeGujarat MurderRuchika SinghShraddha Walkar Murder CaseMumbai Building CollapseStock Market Up

Rahul Gandhi took a jab at PM Modi and Amit Shah, calling them ‘India’s past’ NEW DELHI: Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah over the action against student protesters, alleging that the government was trying to “silence Gen Z” through FIRs and social media takedowns after directly attacking them during protests.Making a statement on X, the Congress leader said, “PM Modi and Amit Shah – you cannot threaten Gen Z into silence. First you broke their bones. Now you are filing FIRs and taking down their accounts.”Further taking a jab at PM Modi and Shah, he added, “You are India’s past. Be careful about how you treat India’s future.”This comes a day after Rahul demanded a Supreme Court-monitored, high-powered committee to investigate the alleged police action against student protesters during the July 20 demonstration at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar.In a post on X, the Congress MP had called for an impartial probe into the alleged use of force, saying, “Students deserve justice. An independent SC-monitored high-powered committee must be constituted to probe brutalities against our students.”Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesGandhi also shared a video purportedly showing police action against the protesters. The footage appeared to show police personnel lathi-charging demonstrators, while another clip showed a man in civilian clothes forcefully pushing a student carrying the Indian flag onto the road.His demand came as Opposition MPs from several INDIA bloc parties staged a protest at Makar Dwar in the Parliament complex over the alleged police action against students and the alleged embezzlement of donations meant for the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.The MPs gathered around 10.30 am, carrying placards questioning who ordered the police action at Jantar Mantar and raising slogans demanding accountability from the Centre over the alleged use of force and the alleged financial irregularities in donations to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple.The protest took place hours before the Rajya Sabha was scheduled to consider and pass the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTrisha MahajanTrisha Mahajan is a journalist with The Times of India digital, with keen interest in covering business and corporate affairs. She also reports on key national and world developments and global news trends. A keen reader with a strong interest in storytelling that adds context, clarity, and depth to complex issues.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi Releases New Selfie Video On Instagram As Rajya Sabha Clears Anti-Paper Leak BillAfter ‘Gau-Mutra Expert’ Remark, Priyanka Gandhi Gets Scathing Open Letter From 200+ Academicians‘Cut Shudra’s Tongue If…’: Kharge Quotes ‘Translated Manusmriti’ In RS; Sudhanshu, Nadda Hit BackAssam Flood Death Toll Rises To 78 As Over Three Lakh Remain Affected Despite Receding WatersHockey India’s Saffron Jersey Sparks Massive Row As Olympians, Critics Question Iconic Blue IdentitySonam Wangchuk Praises Vande Bharat Train; Reminds Govt To Honour Vow Made To Protesting Students₹28.5 Cr Cash Seized In Birbhum: Former Govt Bus Driver Arrested | Tulu Mondal Link Under ProbeMamata Banerjee Urges EC To End TMC Symbol Dispute As Rival Faction Misses Repeated DeadlinesSC Questions Blanket Ban On Pellet Guns, Orders Preservation Of RAF Ammunition LogOver 1 Lakh Schools Across India Have Only One Teacher; Andhra Pradesh Records Highest Number123Photostories6 traditional Pahadi dishes every food lover should try at least onceBrits dying from ‘Victorian lung disease’ mistaken for a smoker’s cough: What exactly is this disease? 6 warning signs you should watch forThe chemistry of crispy sweet potato fries: What happens when you add rice flour, baking powder and white vinegar to friesCyclosporiasis rise in UK travellers: What is the ‘explosive diarrhoea’ parasite, how does it spread? 5 safety tips for travellersSobhita Dhulipala to Aditi Rao Hydari: Celebrity Showstoppers who lit up India Couture Week 2026Want to make money while you sleep? These 5 passive income ideas actually work10 baby names inspired by Celtic legendsOptical illusion personality test: What you see first reveals your hidden superpowers and weaknesses5 things difficult people teach you that kind people never canNTR to Prabhas, Ranbir Kapoor: 10 actors who portrayed Lord Ram on the silver screen123Hot PicksHurricane IrmaRuchika SinghRRB Group D Admit CardBhagat SinghByelection todayFranz KafkaFed meetingKanwar Yatra securityNew anti-paper leak billTop TrendingMeta India Head ArrestedPM ModiCJP Protest Woman ArrestedDehradun Teacher SuicideAbhijeet DipkeGujarat MurderRuchika SinghShraddha Walkar Murder CaseMumbai Building CollapseStock Market Up

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Rahul Gandhi took a jab at PM Modi and Amit Shah, calling them ‘India’s past’ NEW DELHI: Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah over the action against student protesters, alleging that the government was trying to “silence Gen Z”…

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‘Click the link’: A mistake on an answer sheet exposed an alleged AI cheating scandal at MP Central University

‘Click the link’: A mistake on an answer sheet exposed an alleged AI cheating scandal at MP Central University

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An unusual phrase found on a university exam answer sheet has led to an alleged AI-assisted cheating investigation at Dr Harisingh Gour Central University in Madhya Pradesh. After officials identified similar responses across multiple papers, the university withheld the results of an affiliated college and launched an inquiry that could result in re-examinations and other…

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Quote of the day by Tom Cruise: ‘You have to just live life and don’t be afraid to be afraid’ when the ‘Digger’ lead proved fear should never stop you

Quote of the day by Tom Cruise: ‘You have to just live life and don’t be afraid to be afraid’ when the ‘Digger’ lead proved fear should never stop you

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The Hollywood icon believes courage is not the absence of fear but the willingness to keep moving forward despite it.Image credit (Instagram)​ Tom Cruise does not slow down. He does not settle. This October, he arrives in cinemas in ‘Digger,’ his first collaboration with Oscar-winning director Alejandro G. Iñárritu, described in its teaser as a…

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Raja Chaudhary opens up about choosing a Rs 93 lakh flat over daughter Palak Tiwari; says ‘Fed Up hogaya tha’

Raja Chaudhary opens up about choosing a Rs 93 lakh flat over daughter Palak Tiwari; says ‘Fed Up hogaya tha’

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Shweta Tiwari’s ex-husband Raja Chaudhary, who recently made shocking allegations against the actress, broke his silence regarding accepting a Rs 93 lakh flat over his daughter Palak Tiwari. For the uninitiated, during the divorce settlement, Shweta transferred a one-bedroom flat worth nearly Rs 93 lakh to Raja Chaudhary. In return, Raja signed the divorce papers…

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Thalapathy Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ screenings cancelled in Karnataka; cauvery water protests halt Mandya shows | Tamil Movie News

Thalapathy Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ screenings cancelled in Karnataka; cauvery water protests halt Mandya shows | Tamil Movie News

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Thalapathy Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ screenings cancelled in Karnataka; cauvery water protests halt Mandya shows Thalapathy Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ faced disruption in Karnataka after scheduled screenings were cancelled at Gurushree Theatre in Mandya on Thursday. The decision came after members of a Kannada organisation staged protests over the ongoing Cauvery water-sharing issue.As reported by Mathrubhumi, the…

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George Bernard Shaw Quotes: Quote of the day by George Bernard Shaw: “Without art, the crudeness of reality would make the world unbearable”

George Bernard Shaw Quotes: Quote of the day by George Bernard Shaw: “Without art, the crudeness of reality would make the world unbearable”

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Quote of the day by George Bernard Shaw (Photo:Nobel Prize/ X) George Bernard Shaw was an Irish writer, playwright, and critic born who became famous for his plays and won the Nobel Prize in Literature. Shaw often used his writing to question society, social habits, and injustice. He believed literature and art should do more…

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Sai Pallavi’s skincare routine: Healthy diet, natural products and simple habits behind the ‘Ramayana’ actress makeup-free glow

Sai Pallavi’s skincare routine: Healthy diet, natural products and simple habits behind the ‘Ramayana’ actress makeup-free glow

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Picture Credit: Instagram Sai Pallavi is considered one of the most adorable actresses known for her natural beauty and elegance. Fans who want to find out how she manages to look good even without makeup don’t need to worry as let’s take a look at the actress’ skincare routine who plays Goddess Sita in ‘Ramayana’….

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‘Bahar yehi khaana ₹50 to ₹100 ka milta hai. Yahan sirf ₹10’: Security guard shows his hearty company lunch, internet says ‘Mujhe bhi job dila do’

‘Bahar yehi khaana ₹50 to ₹100 ka milta hai. Yahan sirf ₹10’: Security guard shows his hearty company lunch, internet says ‘Mujhe bhi job dila do’

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A simple lunch video has got people talking online, and the reason is pretty straightforward, the entire meal costs just ₹10.Instagram user Anand Kumar, who works as a security guard, shared a video giving viewers a peek at the lunch provided by his company. And judging by the reactions, many people were pleasantly surprised by…

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Nepal communal violence: Three killed, curfew widens; PM Balendra Shah appeals for calm

Nepal communal violence: Three killed, curfew widens; PM Balendra Shah appeals for calm

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Nepal prime minister Balendra Shah on Thursday appealed for unity, restraint and social harmony after at least three people were killed in communal violence that began in Sunsari district and later spread to neighbouring Madhesh province. The violence prompted authorities to expand curfews and tighten security across several districts.Addressing the nation for the first time…

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Seeking job in US? Trump weighs 0,000 work permit fee from foreign graduates

Seeking job in US? Trump weighs $100,000 work permit fee from foreign graduates

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A proposed $100,000 post-study work fee could make it significantly more expensive for international students to work in the US post graduation The Trump administration is considering imposing a $100,000 fee on international students seeking to work in the United States after graduating from American universities, according to people familiar with the matter, in a…

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Vir Das reveals ‘Everything went away’ after two Indias controversy; says he’s still ‘banned’ in Madhya Pradesh

Vir Das reveals ‘Everything went away’ after two Indias controversy; says he’s still ‘banned’ in Madhya Pradesh

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Vir Das reveals ‘Everything went away’ after two Indias controversy; says he’s still ‘banned’ in Madhya Pradesh Vir Das has opened up about the far-reaching consequences of the controversy surrounding his Two Indias monologue, revealing that the fallout left him without work and income for nearly two years and continues to keep him away from…

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Saudi Arabia, 13 other nations agree to maritime defence alliance amid Houthi Red Sea attacks

Saudi Arabia, 13 other nations agree to maritime defence alliance amid Houthi Red Sea attacks

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Boats float near the coast of Bab el-Mandeb, Yemen. Photo credit: Reuters Saudi Arabia on Thursday announced a multinational maritime defence alliance to safeguard commercial shipping and energy routes in the Red Sea, the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and the Gulf of Aden, as the kingdom seeks to counter escalating attacks by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels.The…

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‘Your skin brighter than country’s future’: Abhijeet Dipke’s jab at PM Modi’s late night video | India News

‘Your skin brighter than country’s future’: Abhijeet Dipke’s jab at PM Modi’s late night video | India News

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PM Modi and CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke (R) NEW DELHI: Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on late Thursday mocked Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his latest late-night video message on students and the recently passed anti-paper leak Bill.Dipke, whose platform grew into a massive student protest and culminated in the resignation of Dharmendra…

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Jul 31, 2026, 08:46 IST

Jul 31, 2026, 08:46 IST

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Seema Kaliramna (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: Indian discus thrower Seema Kaliramna won bronze medal in the women’s discus throw at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow. She secured third place with a best throw of 58.65m.Seema had only two valid throws in six attempts. After starting with a foul, Seema reached 57.32m and then…

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Lara Dutta’s Kaikeyi look in ‘Ramayana’ trailer sparks debate: ‘Is this Treta yuga or 2026?’

Lara Dutta’s Kaikeyi look in ‘Ramayana’ trailer sparks debate: ‘Is this Treta yuga or 2026?’

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Lara Dutta’s Kaikeyi look in ‘Ramayana’ trailer sparks debate: ‘Is this Treta yuga or 2026?’ Nitesh Tiwari’s much-awaited ‘Ramayana’ trailer has triggered intense discussion online, with viewers scrutinising everything from the casting and visual effects to the costumes worn by its sprawling ensemble cast. Among the most talked-about moments is Lara Dutta’s first appearance as…

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