The White House insists there is no ethical issue because president Trump does not directly manage the businesses. The TOI correspondent from Washington: US President Donald Trump’s latest mandatory financial disclosure has confirmed what was once almost unimaginable: the MAGA boss has become one of the world’s richest political beneficiaries of the cryptocurrency boom while…
British teachers to get pay rises from September. Teachers in England will receive pay rises that are expected to outpace inflation over the next two years, after the UK government accepted recommendations from an independent review body.The move, however, has failed to satisfy the country’s largest teaching union, which is weighing strike action over concerns…
India condemns reported demolition of 125-year-old gurdwara in Pakistan NEW DELHI: The ministry of external affairs on Wednesday strongly condemned the reported demolition of the historic 125-year-old Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha Sahib in Pakistan’s Farooqabad, describing it as a “targeted act of vandalism” and calling on Islamabad to bring those responsible to justice.“We have…
‘Kaun bola?’: Alia Bhatt gives a witty comeback to being paid for her appearance on Samay Raina’s India’s Got Latent 2 (Image credits: Instagram) Alia Bhatt, who has been busy promoting her upcoming film Alpha, recently addressed her appearance on Samay Raina’s India’s Got Latent 2 with a humorous response that left fans amused. The…
We think it’s the biggest milestones in a child’s life that shape who they become, or how they see their life. While special moments certainly matter, Psychology suggests that it’s the ordinary moments that shape a child’s emotional wellbeing. During a regular day, there are certain moments that make children emotionally vulnerable. In such moments,…
Wall Street falls as AI giants slide; investors track Iran tensions and Fed outlook US stocks traded under pressure on Wednesday as declines in major artificial intelligence-related companies weighed on the broader market, despite gains across most other sectors.Investors also remained cautious over US-Iran tensions, interest rate uncertainty and the outlook for inflation.The S&P 500…
Microsoft plans thousands of job cuts, impacting less than 2.5% of workforce Microsoft is preparing to cut around 5,500 jobs in another round of layoffs as it continues shifting billions of dollars towards artificial intelligence (AI), with the expected move also reigniting debate over the company’s use of the H1-B visa programme.According to the Business…
Foreign secretary Vikram Misri (File photo) NEW DELHI: The government on Wednesday extended foreign secretary Vikram Misri’s tenure by one year, a move that will keep him in the post until July 14, 2027.The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved Misri’s in accordance with the provisions of Fundamental Rule 56(d), PTI reported.The rule provides for…
From an employee’s perspective, some of the most notable changes relate to withdrawals and access to savings. (AI image) Employees’ Provident Funds Scheme, 2026: The Ministry of Labour and Employment has notified the Employees’ Provident Funds Scheme, 2026. This has been notified by the government under the Code on Social Security, 2020. It replaces the…
Actor Salman Khan’s petition against the makers of the upcoming film Kala Hiran was heard by the Delhi High Court on Friday. The matter has now been adjourned until Monday after the filmmakers assured the court that neither the film nor its trailer would be released before the next hearing.During the proceedings, counsel representing the…
After announcing separation from her husband, Gaurav Khanna, Akanksha Chamola is back in the news – this time for a heated debate on cheating.On Lock Upp Season 2, a conversation with fellow contestant Ram Kapoor took a sharp turn when the topic of infidelity came up. Kapoor argued that in a long marriage, a lapse…
Checking into a hotel has traditionally meant being greeted by reception staff, assisted with luggage and served by teams working behind the scenes. A new project in southern China aims to challenge that familiar experience. Scheduled to open in 2027 on the WestArtificial Island of the Shenzhen–Zhongshan Link in Guangdong Province, the hotel is being…
Assam floods worsen, nearly 50,000 affected across four districts The flood situation in Assam worsened on Wednesday, with nearly 48,500 people affected across four districts, according to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA).The latest flood bulletin said the deluge has impacted Biswanath, Dhemaji, Dibrugarh and Nalbari districts, while one person has died in this…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has mourned the demise of legendary Marathi theatre personality Vijaya Mehta, who passed away at her Mumbai residence at the age of 91. A towering figure in Indian theatre and parallel cinema, Mehta is remembered for her immense contribution to modern Marathi theatre and for influencing generations of performers and filmmakers.Taking…
A podcast clip featuring entrepreneur Alex Hormozi has gone viral after he shared the early career story of his business partner, Sharran Srivatsaa. During a conversation with Tony Robbins, Hormozi recalled how Srivatsaa was once told that his strong Indian accent would make it difficult for him to find a job in the US. Srivatsaa…
NEW DELHI: The government on Wednesday directed Meta-owned WhatsApp not to roll out its proposed username feature until consultations on the issue are completed and has asked the company to furnish a detailed explanation within three days, PTI reported, citing sources.The move comes amid growing concerns within the government over the potential risks of impersonation,…
(AI image used for representational purposes only) In an old kitchen, a pot and a kettle hanging over the same fire would eventually collect layers of smoke and soot, their surfaces darkening with every meal prepared over the flames. A pot turning around to accuse the kettle of being black carried an obvious irony because…
Japan PM Sanae Takaichi arrives in Delhi for official India visit NEW DELHI: Japanese prime minister Sanae Takaichi arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday on a three-day official visit to India and was received at the airport by union minister Jitendra Singh.Takaichi is scheduled to hold formal talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday…
Australian Music Industry takes a stand against AI technologies. Image Credits: Instagram Australian music industry organisations have condemned the unauthorised use of their creativity to train large AI models. The members drafted a letter to the government, pleading to uphold their copyright and demand stronger protection against unauthorised use. This move comes as a concern…
For most parents, dropping their child in a daycare is an act of trust. But the alleged horror that took place in Bengaluru has left many parents shaken and scared.The shocking incident is reported to have taken place in the childcare facility of an IT company in Bengaluru. Videos that have since gone viral allegedly…
