Uber fires 23% staff from people division while hiring for 800 roles

Uber said that it is cutting 23% of jobs in its people division, including human resources and recruitment teams, as part of an effort to streamline operations under new president Jill Hazelbaker. The layoffs come amidst the company hiring for over 800 roles, including for commercialising robotaxis. CEO Dara Khosrowshahi described the restructuring as "necessary" in an internal memo.
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11:15 pm Wednesday, 03 June 2026

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Microsoft's AI data centre's annual water consumption to be equal to a restaurant: Nadella

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella defended the expansion of AI infrastructure amid concerns over its environmental impact. He said the annual water consumption of Microsoft's newest AI data centre in Wisconsin would be equivalent to that of a single restaurant. Nadella added that Microsoft uses a closed-loop cooling system that is filled once, enabling near-zero water consumption during operations.
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11:44 pm Wednesday, 03 June 2026

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I just want to quit tennis right now: Sabalenka after French Open exit

After getting knocked out of French Open 2026, world number one Aryna Sabalenka said, "No thoughts, no emotions." She added, "I just want to quit tennis right now, but we'll see in a few days. Hopefully I'll get back on track mentally." Sabalenka suffered a 3-6 7-5 6-0 loss to world number 23 Diana Shnaider in French Open quarter-final.
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11:55 pm Wednesday, 03 June 2026

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Islamic State-linked terrorists kill 16 in Ebola-hit area in Congo

Islamic State-linked terrorists killed 16 civilians in an attack in an Ebola-hit area in ​eastern Congo, a local military spokesperson said. The attack was carried out on Tuesday by Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), a Ugandan group that has pledged allegiance to the Islamic ​State. In ​a separate attack earlier, ⁠ADF killed 15 civilians and a soldier ​in Congo's Beni.
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01:14 am Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Kitchen sponges release microplastics during dishwashing: Study

A University of Bonn-led study found kitchen sponges release microplastics as they wear down during everyday dishwashing. Depending on sponge type, annual emissions ranged from 0.68 grams to 4.21 grams per person. However, researchers noted that water consumption, not microplastics, accounts for 85% to 97% of the total environmental impact of hand-washing dishes.
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07:00 am Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Neurologist shares 3 daily targets for peak healthspan

Neurologist Dr Sudhir Kumar has shared three daily targets for peak healthspan. The first target is consistently securing 7.2 to 8 hours of sleep per night, while the second is 43 minutes of moderate daily physical activity such as brisk walking, cycling or running. Maintaining a high-quality dietary score of 57.5 to 72.5 out of 100 is the third target.
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07:00 am Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Venus and Jupiter to align for rare 'cosmic kiss' on June 9

Venus and Jupiter, the two brightest planets visible from Earth, will align for a rare conjunction, being described as a 'cosmic kiss' on June 9. Both the planets will just be 1.6 degrees apart and will be visible with the naked eye shortly after sunset. The next time both planets will reportedly come this close is in August 2027.
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07:30 am Thursday, 04 June 2026

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US House passes resolution to end Iran war; Trump's own party members vote against him

The US House of Representatives approved a resolution restricting President Donald Trump's ability to continue the war against Iran. The House voted 215 to 208, as four Republicans voted with Democrats in favour of the war powers resolution, directing Trump to withdraw US troops from Iran unless Congress declares war or authorises the use of military force.
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08:24 am Thursday, 04 June 2026

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World's largest gold processor Rajesh Exports accused of inflating revenue by ₹15 lakh crore

The SEBI has accused Rajesh Exports, known as the world's largest gold processor, of misrepresenting consolidated revenues worth ₹15.15 lakh crore between FY21 and FY25. The regulator alleged most revenues came from overseas subsidiaries whose figures could not be verified. The SEBI has barred the company and its owner from securities markets till ​it completes investigation.
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08:18 am Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Why is Suryakumar Yadav being removed as India T20I captain?

Suryakumar Yadav has reportedly been removed as India T20I captain, with poor batting form emerging as a major factor. The selection committee reportedly considered giving him another chance on India's upcoming UK tour, but his IPL form weakened his case. He scored 270 runs in 13 innings. He has struggled with batting form for around 18 months.
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08:57 am Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Israel, Lebanon agree to a renewed ceasefire

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to implement a renewed ceasefire following the fourth round of US-mediated negotiations in Washington. "The ceasefire is contingent on a complete cessation of Hezbollah fire and the evacuation of all Hezbollah operatives from the South Litani Sector," the joint statement said. Iran earlier suspended peace talks with the US, citing Israeli hostilities in Lebanon.
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08:55 am Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Massive fire erupts at Bihar hospital, many feared dead

A major fire tore through the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of Prasad Hospital in Bihar's Muzaffarpur on Thursday morning. While the authorities have confirmed at least three deaths, reports said the death toll is likely to rise. The cause of the fire is yet to be confirmed, but officials suspect a role of electrical short circuit.
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08:50 am Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Altman says he doesn't plan to put money into 2026 US elections

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said he has no plans to make any financial contributions toward this year's US elections. Meanwhile, other Silicon Valley billionaires have already pledged to spend heavily to influence midterm races that will decide control of Congress. "I would love to see money out of politics in general...That would be a great thing to happen," Altman said.
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09:09 am Thursday, 04 June 2026

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World's first nuclear dustbin almost ready, set to be sealed for 1 lakh years

Finland's Onkalo, expected to be the world’s first permanent repository for spent nuclear fuel, is almost ready. Located about 430 metres underground in 1.9-billion-year-old bedrock, it will seal radioactive fuel in copper canisters surrounded by bentonite clay. The facility can store 6,500 tonnes of spent fuel and is designed to isolate waste for 1,00,000 years after official approval is granted.
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09:22 am Thursday, 04 June 2026

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India becomes 2nd largest solar growth market, surpassing US

India has become the world's second-largest solar growth market, surpassing US in annual solar capacity addition in 2025, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi said on Wednesday. According to data from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), India added 37 GW of solar capacity in 2025, while US added 34 GW. India ranks third in installed renewable energy capacity globally.
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09:41 am Thursday, 04 June 2026

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I was told everything works in Delhi: Fire-hit hotel owner as he shifts blame for illegal rooms

Lovkesh Bajaj, owner of Flourish Stay B&B, where at least 21 people died in a massive fire, blamed "another person" for increasing the number of rooms to 25 despite permission for only six. Bajaj claimed he was told such arrangements were "routine" and that "everything works in Delhi". He was not involved in the property's day-to-day operations, he told investigators.
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09:31 am Thursday, 04 June 2026

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NASA declares its Mars MAVEN spacecraft dead after 6 months of silence

NASA's MAVEN (Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution) mission, which studied the Red Planet's upper atmosphere, has ended after over 11 years in orbit, far exceeding its planned one-year mission, the agency announced. The spacecraft was heard last on December 6, when it experienced an unexpected loss of signal. Launched in November 2013, it entered orbit around Mars in September 2014.
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09:53 am Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Iran says US missile system error led to deadly Kuwait airport blast

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps denied firing at Kuwait International Airport's passenger terminal, saying an investigation showed the damage was caused by a US Patriot system error. An Indian national died and 63 people were injured in the strike that destroyed the airport terminal. Meanwhile, Kuwait has said that Iran struck the airport.
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09:51 am Thursday, 04 June 2026

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I would demolish Narendra Modi Stadium, rebuild it as a 365-day destination: Lalit Modi

Former IPL Chairman Lalit Modi said he would demolish Narendra Modi Stadium and rebuild it completely if he were in charge. Speaking on the Humans of Bombay podcast, Lalit Modi said he would add modern escalators, kitchens and restaurants and turn the venue into a 365-day destination instead of a stadium used only for matches and occasional events.
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09:45 am Thursday, 04 June 2026

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New research tracks earthquake energy in North-East India

Scientists from CSIR-NEIST have developed a novel seismic model that tracks how earthquake energy moves through Northeast India's crust. By measuring high-frequency tremors, which cause major surface damage, the study reveals how the ground absorbs and scatters energy, paving the way for earthquake-resistant local infrastructure in North-East India.
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