2% DA hike likely before Holi 2026, pay boost ahead
Central government employees may receive a 2% Dearness Allowance hike ahead of Holi 2026, according to reports. The revision, if approved, will raise monthly salaries and help offset inflation. The move is expected to benefit millions of employees and pensioners, with an official announcement likely before the festive season if details are finalised soon by the finance ministry and authorities.
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Central government employees may receive a 2% Dearness Allowance hike ahead of Holi 2026, according to reports. The revision, if approved, will raise monthly salaries and help offset inflation. The move is expected to benefit millions of employees and pensioners, with an official announcement likely before the festive season if details are finalised soon by the finance ministry and authorities.
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AI leaders flag productivity gains and diffusion gap
At the India AI Summit, Sam Altman, Vishal Sikka and Dario Amodei outlined rapid AI capability gains alongside adoption gaps and safety risks. They cited rising enterprise productivity but warned that economic impact depends on governance, energy efficiency and how quickly organisations integrate the technology.
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At the India AI Summit, Sam Altman, Vishal Sikka and Dario Amodei outlined rapid AI capability gains alongside adoption gaps and safety risks. They cited rising enterprise productivity but warned that economic impact depends on governance, energy efficiency and how quickly organisations integrate the technology.
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India-France bond an 'all-weather' global model: Emmanuel Macron
The President of France described his relationship with PM Modi as a rare "geopolitical certainty." He noted that France and India are "all-weather friends" who deliver real results like the Solar Alliance. He believes their shared taste for innovation and diversity is setting an example for a balanced, multipolar world.
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The President of France described his relationship with PM Modi as a rare "geopolitical certainty." He noted that France and India are "all-weather friends" who deliver real results like the Solar Alliance. He believes their shared taste for innovation and diversity is setting an example for a balanced, multipolar world.
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Sundar Pichai maps full-stack AI expansion in India
Sundar Pichai said Alphabet Inc. will invest $15 billion over five years to build "full-stack" AI infrastructure in India, including a large data centre campus in Visakhapatnam and new subsea cable links. Speaking at the India AI Impact Summit, he called AI the biggest platform shift and stressed responsible deployment.
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Sundar Pichai said Alphabet Inc. will invest $15 billion over five years to build "full-stack" AI infrastructure in India, including a large data centre campus in Visakhapatnam and new subsea cable links. Speaking at the India AI Impact Summit, he called AI the biggest platform shift and stressed responsible deployment.
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2 hrs self-study better than 6 hrs of group study: JEE Main topper
JEE Main Session-1 topper Kabeer Chhillar said that two hours of self-study is more efficient than six hours of group study. He added that he studied 7–9 hours on average daily, occasionally extending to 8–12 hours when necessary. Chhillar secured a perfect 300 out of 300 score and is one of the 12 toppers of the exam.
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JEE Main Session-1 topper Kabeer Chhillar said that two hours of self-study is more efficient than six hours of group study. He added that he studied 7–9 hours on average daily, occasionally extending to 8–12 hours when necessary. Chhillar secured a perfect 300 out of 300 score and is one of the 12 toppers of the exam.
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Zuckerberg's team wears Meta AI glasses to court, judge scolds
A California judge reportedly reprimanded members of Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's team for wearing Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses during his testimony in a high-profile trial over social media's impact on children. The glasses are equipped with cameras. She warned that recording devices are prohibited in the courtroom, ordering anyone wearing the glasses to remove them and delete recordings.
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A California judge reportedly reprimanded members of Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's team for wearing Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses during his testimony in a high-profile trial over social media's impact on children. The glasses are equipped with cameras. She warned that recording devices are prohibited in the courtroom, ordering anyone wearing the glasses to remove them and delete recordings.
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Rahul Gandhi dodges questions on his claims on Naravane's book
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was seen avoiding questions related to ex-Army chief MM Naravane's book, from which he had tried to quote excerpts on Ladakh standoff. The development came after Naravane, in an interview with Republic, rejected the claims and dismissed allegations that Indian territory was ceded to China. He added that political interpretations of the excerpts were speculative.
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was seen avoiding questions related to ex-Army chief MM Naravane's book, from which he had tried to quote excerpts on Ladakh standoff. The development came after Naravane, in an interview with Republic, rejected the claims and dismissed allegations that Indian territory was ceded to China. He added that political interpretations of the excerpts were speculative.
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NASA calls mission that left Sunita Williams stuck in space one of worst mishaps
NASA has classified the 2024 Boeing Starliner mission as a 'Type A mishap', a category reserved for incidents involving over $2 million in damage, loss of a vehicle or fatalities. The mission left astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore stranded in space for nine months. "While there were no injuries...this...designation recognises there was potential for a significant mishap," said NASA.
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NASA has classified the 2024 Boeing Starliner mission as a 'Type A mishap', a category reserved for incidents involving over $2 million in damage, loss of a vehicle or fatalities. The mission left astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore stranded in space for nine months. "While there were no injuries...this...designation recognises there was potential for a significant mishap," said NASA.
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Meta to shut down Messenger website in April 2026
Following the discontinuation of Messenger desktop app, Meta announced it would also discontinue the Messenger.com website in April 2026. Users trying to access it in a browser will be redirected to facebook.com/messages, even as the mobile app for iOS and Android will continue to operate normally. Meta is trying to integrate the chat service back into the main Facebook ecosystem.
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Following the discontinuation of Messenger desktop app, Meta announced it would also discontinue the Messenger.com website in April 2026. Users trying to access it in a browser will be redirected to facebook.com/messages, even as the mobile app for iOS and Android will continue to operate normally. Meta is trying to integrate the chat service back into the main Facebook ecosystem.
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India & US to sign trade deal sooner than later: US Ambassador Sergio Gor
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said on Friday that India and the US will sign the trade deal "sooner than later". "The reality is there are tens of thousands of points...we're not dealing with a small country. This is one of the biggest economies," he said. Gor stated that US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit India soon.
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US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said on Friday that India and the US will sign the trade deal "sooner than later". "The reality is there are tens of thousands of points...we're not dealing with a small country. This is one of the biggest economies," he said. Gor stated that US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit India soon.
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Govt officers take sick leaves in Himachal, social media pics reveal their Rajasthan vacation
Deputy Tehsildar Indra Kumar of Majra Tehsil, Paonta Sahib, in Himachal Pradesh, and his staff are facing action for allegedly travelling to Rajasthan's Jaisalmer and vacationing there after taking sick leaves. Their vacation came to light after they uploaded pictures on social media. SDM Gunjeet Singh Cheema of Paonta Sahib has issued show-cause notices to them, said reports.
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Deputy Tehsildar Indra Kumar of Majra Tehsil, Paonta Sahib, in Himachal Pradesh, and his staff are facing action for allegedly travelling to Rajasthan's Jaisalmer and vacationing there after taking sick leaves. Their vacation came to light after they uploaded pictures on social media. SDM Gunjeet Singh Cheema of Paonta Sahib has issued show-cause notices to them, said reports.
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Why do kids fall sick more often during weather changes?
Dr. Indu Khosla explains children fall sick often during weather changes because their immunity is still developing and learning to fight viruses. Dry or cold air irritates the nose and throat, easing infections. Indoor crowding and irregular routines add risk. Most illnesses are mild and build immune memory; hygiene, fluids, nutrition, and sleep help prevention.
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Dr. Indu Khosla explains children fall sick often during weather changes because their immunity is still developing and learning to fight viruses. Dry or cold air irritates the nose and throat, easing infections. Indoor crowding and irregular routines add risk. Most illnesses are mild and build immune memory; hygiene, fluids, nutrition, and sleep help prevention.
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Why does chest acne happen and how can you prevent it?
Chest acne can be triggered by sweat, tight clothing, skincare habits, and delayed showers. In this video, Dr Radhika Kopikar explains hidden causes, the importance of post-workout hygiene, and smart treatment options. Learn how timely care, lifestyle changes, and professional guidance can help control truncal acne and prevent stubborn marks for clearer healthier skin long-term.
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Chest acne can be triggered by sweat, tight clothing, skincare habits, and delayed showers. In this video, Dr Radhika Kopikar explains hidden causes, the importance of post-workout hygiene, and smart treatment options. Learn how timely care, lifestyle changes, and professional guidance can help control truncal acne and prevent stubborn marks for clearer healthier skin long-term.
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Hope glows in Gaza as children receive DIY lanterns in Ramadan
In the Gaza Strip, families are preparing for Ramadan under a fragile ceasefire after two years of war. Despite severe shortages, residents are reviving traditions once filled with lanterns and gatherings. Using soda cans and aid boxes, they craft handmade lanterns, offering children small symbols of light and hope amid widespread destruction.
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In the Gaza Strip, families are preparing for Ramadan under a fragile ceasefire after two years of war. Despite severe shortages, residents are reviving traditions once filled with lanterns and gatherings. Using soda cans and aid boxes, they craft handmade lanterns, offering children small symbols of light and hope amid widespread destruction.
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I'll f***ing kill you if you don't give short answers: Lawyer to billionaire Les at Epstein probe
Billionaire Les Wexner and his lawyer's interaction is going viral after the latter was caught on a hot mic telling the ex-Victoria's Secret CEO to give short answers while testifying in a probe into Jeffrey Epstein. "I'll fucking kill you if you answer another question with more than five words, ok?" the lawyer said, following which Wexner laughed.
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Billionaire Les Wexner and his lawyer's interaction is going viral after the latter was caught on a hot mic telling the ex-Victoria's Secret CEO to give short answers while testifying in a probe into Jeffrey Epstein. "I'll fucking kill you if you answer another question with more than five words, ok?" the lawyer said, following which Wexner laughed.
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Who is Khampa, Indian diplomat at Trump's Board of Peace meet?
India attended first meeting of Trump's Gaza Board of Peace as an Observer, represented by Chargé d'affaires to US, Namgya C Khampa. She is a 2000-batch officer of Indian Foreign Service (IFS) and has served twice in India's diplomatic mission in China. She has also worked in Permanent Mission of India to UN in New York from 2009 to 2013.
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India attended first meeting of Trump's Gaza Board of Peace as an Observer, represented by Chargé d'affaires to US, Namgya C Khampa. She is a 2000-batch officer of Indian Foreign Service (IFS) and has served twice in India's diplomatic mission in China. She has also worked in Permanent Mission of India to UN in New York from 2009 to 2013.
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Delhi BJP MP loses baggage with valuable documents, slams IndiGo
Praveen Khandelwal, BJP MP from Delhi's Chandni Chowk, slammed IndiGo for losing his baggage on a flight to Karnataka's Belagavi. "While I reached...my baggage didn't. It contains...valuable documents, making the situation...more distressing," he said. "This has caused me mental agony. If this is the experience extended to an MP, one can only imagine the plight of ordinary passengers," he added.
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Praveen Khandelwal, BJP MP from Delhi's Chandni Chowk, slammed IndiGo for losing his baggage on a flight to Karnataka's Belagavi. "While I reached...my baggage didn't. It contains...valuable documents, making the situation...more distressing," he said. "This has caused me mental agony. If this is the experience extended to an MP, one can only imagine the plight of ordinary passengers," he added.
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Ranveer was asked ₹10 cr in extortion threat, number linked to US: Report
Ranveer Singh was demanded ₹10 crore in an extortion threat, which has been tracked to an American phone number, that he received via a WhatsApp voice note last week, NDTV reported. Relevant US authorities have been contacted for further investigation, said Mumbai police. Investigators have indicated that the voice matched to Harry Boxer, a close aide to gangster Lawrence Bishnoi.
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Ranveer Singh was demanded ₹10 crore in an extortion threat, which has been tracked to an American phone number, that he received via a WhatsApp voice note last week, NDTV reported. Relevant US authorities have been contacted for further investigation, said Mumbai police. Investigators have indicated that the voice matched to Harry Boxer, a close aide to gangster Lawrence Bishnoi.
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Maybe Obama is alien: Putin's aide on Trump's order to release files
After US President Donald Trump ordered release of files on aliens, and ex-President Barack Obama remarked that "aliens are real", Russian President Vladimir Putin's aide, Kirill Dmitriev, said, "Maybe Obama is one, along with EU, UK leadership." He added that these leaders explain their work to undermine Western civilisation from within. Trump said release followed "tremendous interest shown".
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After US President Donald Trump ordered release of files on aliens, and ex-President Barack Obama remarked that "aliens are real", Russian President Vladimir Putin's aide, Kirill Dmitriev, said, "Maybe Obama is one, along with EU, UK leadership." He added that these leaders explain their work to undermine Western civilisation from within. Trump said release followed "tremendous interest shown".
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CIE Automotive shares jump 5% amid increase in revenue
CIE Automotive India shares rose 5% in the day’s trade. Its revenue from operations increased 13.4% YoY, from ₹2,110 crore in Q3 FY25 to ₹2,393 crore in Q3 FY26. Its net profit rose 10% YoY, from ₹185 crore in Q3 FY25 to ₹204 crore in Q3 FY26. Also, the Board has recommended a final dividend of ₹7 per share.
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CIE Automotive India shares rose 5% in the day’s trade. Its revenue from operations increased 13.4% YoY, from ₹2,110 crore in Q3 FY25 to ₹2,393 crore in Q3 FY26. Its net profit rose 10% YoY, from ₹185 crore in Q3 FY25 to ₹204 crore in Q3 FY26. Also, the Board has recommended a final dividend of ₹7 per share.
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