India’s efforts to build indigenous artificial intelligence models received a boost this week as Avataar AI unveiled Varya, a video generation model designed to better understand Indian cultural contexts while significantly reducing the cost associated with AI video creation.The Bengaluru-based startup, backed by Peak XV Partners and selected under govt’s India AI Mission, said the…
More than a decorated shooter and coach, Jaspal Rana’s enduring legacy lay in his generosity and unwavering commitment to nurturing Indian shooting. (Photo/Agency) NEW DELHI: Have you ever visited the Instagram profile of late shooting legend Jaspal Rana? If you do, the first thing that catches the eye is the line in his bio. Written…
The Union government on Friday issued a warning ahead of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) re-examination scheduled for June 21, saying any attempt to distort, disrupt or tamper with the process would invite strict legal action.The message came during a review meeting chaired by Cabinet Secretary T V Somanathan, who assessed preparedness for the re-examination…
A family portrait of Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, Prince Archie, and Princess Lilibet Many people had been looking forward to Prince Harry’s return to the UK for the famous Invictus Games events. One of the hot topics had been about seeing his family, Meghan Markle, along with their children, Lilibet and Archie, at the event….
Christen Goff and Taylor Swift (Getty Images) Christen Goff, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model and wife of Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff, has a fairly clear-eyed view of what Taylor Swift has done for the NFL. Speaking on PEOPLE’s new WAG World digital series, the 33-year-old said Swift’s arrival in the football world since dating Kansas…
Gagandeep Singh (Image/X) An Indian-origin man Gagandeep Singh has been sentenced to 34 years in prison in the United Kingdom after being convicted of kidnapping, torturing and raping a woman in London.The 34-years-old was found guilty in February of two counts of rape, kidnap, false imprisonment and causing grievous bodily harm with intent following a…
MUMBAI: In a world where people are increasingly relying on AI tools, companies have a new hiring challenge: AI-generated resumes. Firms are finding it difficult to select candidates for job roles from a flood of CVs that look alike, making soft skills more valuable than ever, said Nicholas Kirk, CEO at recruitment firm Michael Page.The…
Rohit Sharma faces an audition for his ODI future, needing to prove his fitness and form ahead of the next World Cup.(Photo/PTI) DHARAMSHALA: It’s not often Rohit Sharma cuts a quiet figure in a team setting. On Friday evening, he ambled around the centre square, casually joining fielding drills while others went through a far…
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the SWAYAM January 2026 Admit Card on its official website. Candidates who have registered for the Study Webs of Active-Learning for Young Aspiring Minds (SWAYAM) January semester examinations can now download their hall tickets by logging in with their credentials.The examinations are scheduled to be held from June…
The 4K re-release of ‘Happy’ has opened to a great response in Kerala. The return of the 2006 romantic action comedy has sparked celebrations across several theatres in the state. The remastered version attracted audiences across major centres, including Kozhikode, Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram. Strong opening numbers for the re-release Reports suggest that ‘Happy’ 4K collected…
