SpaceXAI unveils its next-gen voice model Grok Voice Think Fast 2.0
Elon Musk's SpaceXAI on Wednesday unveiled its next-generation voice model, Grok Voice Think Fast 2.0, featuring "improved intelligence, transcription accuracy, and conversational capabilities". The company claimed the model outperforms Google and OpenAI's offerings in various benchmark tests. "We have trained Grok Voice Think Fast 2.0 to be a better conversationalist," SpaceXAI said.
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Elon Musk's SpaceXAI on Wednesday unveiled its next-generation voice model, Grok Voice Think Fast 2.0, featuring "improved intelligence, transcription accuracy, and conversational capabilities". The company claimed the model outperforms Google and OpenAI's offerings in various benchmark tests. "We have trained Grok Voice Think Fast 2.0 to be a better conversationalist," SpaceXAI said.
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Unknown object leaves 33 ft wide crater in Poland, PM Tusk says it may be Russian missile
Poland's PM Donald Tusk said the unknown object that crashed into a field in eastern Poland on Thursday, leaving a 33-foot-wide crater, may have been a Russian missile. However, he said authorities wanted to be "100% certain" about who launched the missile. Tusk said he was in contact with fellow European leaders before heading to the scene of the incident.
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Poland's PM Donald Tusk said the unknown object that crashed into a field in eastern Poland on Thursday, leaving a 33-foot-wide crater, may have been a Russian missile. However, he said authorities wanted to be "100% certain" about who launched the missile. Tusk said he was in contact with fellow European leaders before heading to the scene of the incident.
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Iran's intelligence headquarters in Ahvaz destroyed in US bombing: Report
Iran's intelligence headquarters in the southwestern city of Ahvaz was bombed by US on Thursday, local media reported. Reports added that the complex, which serves as the IRGC's intelligence building, was destroyed in the shelling. US forces hit at least seven locations in the city, with power outages reported in some parts. Explosions were also reported in other Iranian cities.
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Iran's intelligence headquarters in the southwestern city of Ahvaz was bombed by US on Thursday, local media reported. Reports added that the complex, which serves as the IRGC's intelligence building, was destroyed in the shelling. US forces hit at least seven locations in the city, with power outages reported in some parts. Explosions were also reported in other Iranian cities.
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Why has US banned new foreign-made humanoid robots?
The US has banned imports of new foreign-made humanoid robots and power inverters, in a move that targets China. "These devices could create supply chain vulnerabilities that could disrupt US economic and national security and could create a cybersecurity risk that threatens American critical infrastructure," the US said. The ban also includes new imports of four-legged robot dogs.
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The US has banned imports of new foreign-made humanoid robots and power inverters, in a move that targets China. "These devices could create supply chain vulnerabilities that could disrupt US economic and national security and could create a cybersecurity risk that threatens American critical infrastructure," the US said. The ban also includes new imports of four-legged robot dogs.
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Sarvam ropes in Devendra Chaplot as advisor from Musk's xAI
Bengaluru-based AI startup Sarvam has roped in Devendra Singh Chaplot as a part-time advisor from Elon Musk's xAI. Before joining xAI in March this year, Chaplot was also a part of the founding teams of AI startup Mistral and former OpenAI Chief Technology Officer Mira Murati's Thinking Machines Lab. This comes after Sarvam opened a new office in San Francisco.
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Bengaluru-based AI startup Sarvam has roped in Devendra Singh Chaplot as a part-time advisor from Elon Musk's xAI. Before joining xAI in March this year, Chaplot was also a part of the founding teams of AI startup Mistral and former OpenAI Chief Technology Officer Mira Murati's Thinking Machines Lab. This comes after Sarvam opened a new office in San Francisco.
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What are some common Gen Z slang terms?
Some common Gen Z slangs include Ate (doing something exceptionally well), Bussin (extremely good), Clock it (to notice or call something out), Delulu (delusional), Rizz (charisma), No cap (no lie), Mid (average), Slay (do something impressively), Sus (suspicious), FOMO (fear of missing out), and Ghost (suddenly cut off communication). Others are GOAT (greatest of all time) and Mog (to outshine).
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Some common Gen Z slangs include Ate (doing something exceptionally well), Bussin (extremely good), Clock it (to notice or call something out), Delulu (delusional), Rizz (charisma), No cap (no lie), Mid (average), Slay (do something impressively), Sus (suspicious), FOMO (fear of missing out), and Ghost (suddenly cut off communication). Others are GOAT (greatest of all time) and Mog (to outshine).
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'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' brings MCU back to its golden age: HT
Hindustan Times stated that Tom Holland-starrer 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' brings in MCU's "golden age", rating it 4/5. The review called the film one of the best examples of "balancing entertainment with substance, without ever losing the plot". The film is "rooted in reality" with "nuanced takes on loneliness, identity, and the cost of the greater good," it added.
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04:27 pm Thursday, 30 July 2026
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Hindustan Times stated that Tom Holland-starrer 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' brings in MCU's "golden age", rating it 4/5. The review called the film one of the best examples of "balancing entertainment with substance, without ever losing the plot". The film is "rooted in reality" with "nuanced takes on loneliness, identity, and the cost of the greater good," it added.
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India became major arms exporter to Israel after October 7 attack: Report
India became a major arms exporter to Israel after Hamas-led October 2023 attack, shipping 2,596 consignments of small arms and military vehicle components, an Amnesty International report said. Exports included 3,90,516 military-grade small arms parts, 5,64,970 explosive ordnance components and 298 military vehicle components. Historically, India had been a net importer of Israeli military goods.
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India became a major arms exporter to Israel after Hamas-led October 2023 attack, shipping 2,596 consignments of small arms and military vehicle components, an Amnesty International report said. Exports included 3,90,516 military-grade small arms parts, 5,64,970 explosive ordnance components and 298 military vehicle components. Historically, India had been a net importer of Israeli military goods.
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Delhi Police releases pics of criminals present during CJP protest
Days after stating that nearly 3,000 people with criminal records were identified using facial recognition system at the Cockroach Janta Party-led protests, Delhi Police is now releasing their images, Times Now reported. The documents show pictures taken at protest site and their mugshots. According to police, those accused of murder, rape, robbery and other serious crimes infiltrated the protest.
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Days after stating that nearly 3,000 people with criminal records were identified using facial recognition system at the Cockroach Janta Party-led protests, Delhi Police is now releasing their images, Times Now reported. The documents show pictures taken at protest site and their mugshots. According to police, those accused of murder, rape, robbery and other serious crimes infiltrated the protest.
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Kharge says 'Will drag Shah out from behind shut doors'; BJP says he threatened violence
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge, while speaking in the Rajya Sabha, accused Home Minister Amit Shah of remaining silent over the police crackdown on CJP protesters. He said, "You can't stay hidden behind closed doors forever. One day, we'll drag you out." BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari said Congress has "crossed all limits", alleging that Kharge had threatened "violence" against Amit Shah.
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Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge, while speaking in the Rajya Sabha, accused Home Minister Amit Shah of remaining silent over the police crackdown on CJP protesters. He said, "You can't stay hidden behind closed doors forever. One day, we'll drag you out." BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari said Congress has "crossed all limits", alleging that Kharge had threatened "violence" against Amit Shah.
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Why did the US attack Iran's Qeshm Island?
US attacked Iran's Qeshm Island on Thursday that reportedly killed three people. Qeshm, Iran's largest island, is located in Strait of Hormuz, which has become the main flashpoint in US-Iran war. By attacking Qeshm Island, US appears to have focused on infrastructure linked to Iran's ability to monitor and project military power across the strait, an Indian Express report said.
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US attacked Iran's Qeshm Island on Thursday that reportedly killed three people. Qeshm, Iran's largest island, is located in Strait of Hormuz, which has become the main flashpoint in US-Iran war. By attacking Qeshm Island, US appears to have focused on infrastructure linked to Iran's ability to monitor and project military power across the strait, an Indian Express report said.
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Saudi Arabia joins war against Iran, shares Quran verse
As it entered the US-Iran war on Wednesday with airstrikes in Iraq, Saudi Arabia shared a verse from the Quran. "And if anyone transgresses against you, transgress against them in the same way they transgressed against you," it wrote in a post on X. "We do not seek escalation but will respond to any aggression we face," Saudi added.
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As it entered the US-Iran war on Wednesday with airstrikes in Iraq, Saudi Arabia shared a verse from the Quran. "And if anyone transgresses against you, transgress against them in the same way they transgressed against you," it wrote in a post on X. "We do not seek escalation but will respond to any aggression we face," Saudi added.
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India's gold demand falls 6% Y-o-Y as demand value rises 50%
India's gold demand fell 6% year-on-year to 131.4 tonnes in the April to June quarter from 139.7 tonnes in the same period last year, according to data released by the World Gold Council. The country's gold demand value grew 50% year on year to ₹1,98,100 crore from ₹1,32,500 crore last year. Total jewellery demand decreased by 15% from last year.
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India's gold demand fell 6% year-on-year to 131.4 tonnes in the April to June quarter from 139.7 tonnes in the same period last year, according to data released by the World Gold Council. The country's gold demand value grew 50% year on year to ₹1,98,100 crore from ₹1,32,500 crore last year. Total jewellery demand decreased by 15% from last year.
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'How can an unelected minister continue for 6 months,' SC asks Bihar govt
The Supreme Court pulled up the Bihar government over Deepak Prakash serving in the Bihar cabinet as minister for more than six months despite not being elected. "This is a pure question of law. The State will have to explain how a minister is continuing for over six months without being elected," CJI said. He served in Nitish Kumar's cabinet.
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The Supreme Court pulled up the Bihar government over Deepak Prakash serving in the Bihar cabinet as minister for more than six months despite not being elected. "This is a pure question of law. The State will have to explain how a minister is continuing for over six months without being elected," CJI said. He served in Nitish Kumar's cabinet.
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Mumbai's iconic Air India building, acquired for ₹1,601 cr, to become CM Fadnavis' office
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis is set to shift his office from the state secretariat, Mantralaya, to Mumbai's iconic Air India building at Nariman Point. This comes a month after Maharashtra government acquired the 23-storey sea-facing building for ₹1,601 crore. All government departments currently operating outside Mantralaya will also be shifted to the building, saving ₹200 crore in rent.
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05:07 pm Thursday, 30 July 2026
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Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis is set to shift his office from the state secretariat, Mantralaya, to Mumbai's iconic Air India building at Nariman Point. This comes a month after Maharashtra government acquired the 23-storey sea-facing building for ₹1,601 crore. All government departments currently operating outside Mantralaya will also be shifted to the building, saving ₹200 crore in rent.
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₹600 crore benami assets, piles of cash found in raids on coal mafia in Jharkhand
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has detected ₹600 crore worth of benami assets in raids on an alleged illegal coal mining network in Jharkhand's Dhanbad. The agency froze ₹160 crore in mutual fund investments and seized more than ₹1.02 crore in unaccounted cash during the raids. The assets also include the ownership documents for more than 200 immovable properties.
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05:05 pm Thursday, 30 July 2026
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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has detected ₹600 crore worth of benami assets in raids on an alleged illegal coal mining network in Jharkhand's Dhanbad. The agency froze ₹160 crore in mutual fund investments and seized more than ₹1.02 crore in unaccounted cash during the raids. The assets also include the ownership documents for more than 200 immovable properties.
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Investors lose over $2 trillion as South Korean market crashes
Over $2 trillion has been wiped out as the South Korean market crashed for the second straight day on Wednesday after falling over 10% the day before. The benchmark KOSPI has seen a nearly 40% fall since hitting the 52-week high of 9,385.59 on June 19. Major semiconductor and AI companies are facing the worst of the sell-off.
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Over $2 trillion has been wiped out as the South Korean market crashed for the second straight day on Wednesday after falling over 10% the day before. The benchmark KOSPI has seen a nearly 40% fall since hitting the 52-week high of 9,385.59 on June 19. Major semiconductor and AI companies are facing the worst of the sell-off.
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Mercedes-Benz, its Delhi dealer ordered to pay ₹10 lakh to man for hiding car's purchase history
A Delhi Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has ordered Mercedes-Benz India and its dealer, T&T Motors, to pay ₹5 lakh each to a man who purchased a sedan on December 12, 2018. The man later found out that the vehicle was first registered on July 25, 2018. The commission directed the parties to comply with the order within 60 days.
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05:39 pm Thursday, 30 July 2026
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A Delhi Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has ordered Mercedes-Benz India and its dealer, T&T Motors, to pay ₹5 lakh each to a man who purchased a sedan on December 12, 2018. The man later found out that the vehicle was first registered on July 25, 2018. The commission directed the parties to comply with the order within 60 days.
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Priyanka Gandhi makes error, says 750 crore students suffered due to paper leak
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra made an error while speaking on the anti-paper leak bill in the Lok Sabha. "Over 750 crore students have been hit by 152 paper leaks in the last decade, but not a single mafia was punished," she said. "Congress party's topmost echelon has lost all touch with reality," said BJP leader Ashok Singhal.
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05:32 pm Thursday, 30 July 2026
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Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra made an error while speaking on the anti-paper leak bill in the Lok Sabha. "Over 750 crore students have been hit by 152 paper leaks in the last decade, but not a single mafia was punished," she said. "Congress party's topmost echelon has lost all touch with reality," said BJP leader Ashok Singhal.
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K'taka ordered to release 3,500 cusecs of Cauvery water daily to TN for 15 days
The Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) on Thursday directed Karnataka to release Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu. The officials instructed the state to release 3,500 cusecs of water per day for 15 days. The decision came after the CWMA rejected Karnataka's plea that it was unable to release water due to inadequate rainfall across the Cauvery basin.
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The Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) on Thursday directed Karnataka to release Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu. The officials instructed the state to release 3,500 cusecs of water per day for 15 days. The decision came after the CWMA rejected Karnataka's plea that it was unable to release water due to inadequate rainfall across the Cauvery basin.
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