Keith Enright, Google’s chief privacy officer, is poised to bid farewell this fall, capping off a remarkable 13-year journey, as confirmed by a spokesperson for Alphabet-owned Google. · Enright’s impending departure arrives amidst a period of introspection and evolution for Google’s legal and regulatory strategies. · Enright assumed leadership responsibilities when the company faced intensified scrutiny from…
With the BJP poised to form the government once again, its allies within the NDA have intensified their bargaining efforts for significant ministerial portfolios at the Centre. · Naidu’s TDP has reportedly expressed interest in securing the prestigious Lok Sabha Speaker’s post, underscoring the party’s desire for substantive roles in the upcoming government. · JDU has signalled…
With 78 seats secured out of the 147-member Assembly, the BJP’s ascent to power marks a historic moment, sparking speculation about who will assume the mantle of Chief Minister. · Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s stipulation for an Odia-speaking Chief Minister adds a layer of complexity to the BJP’s quest for leadership. · Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union Education…
President Joe Biden conveyed warm congratulations to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his resounding electoral triumph. · The ensuing discussion reaffirmed the enduring bond between the two nations and set the stage for an imminent visit to New Delhi by U.S. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan, heralding a new phase in Indo-U.S. relations. · Sullivan’s agenda…
Top aviation consultancy CAPA India has forecasted a significant industry-wide loss for Indian airlines in fiscal 2025. · Despite witnessing a surge in demand and an escalation in ticket prices, airlines are poised to grapple with escalating costs, leading to anticipated losses ranging between $400 million to $600 million. · With overall airline costs expected to escalate…
A prominent human rights organization has thrust Israel into the spotlight, alleging the use of white phosphorus incendiary shells on residential buildings across multiple towns and villages. · Despite the absence of direct evidence linking white phosphorus to burn injuries in Lebanon, the report underscores reports of possible respiratory ailments among affected individuals. · The usage of…
The release of the latest QS World University Rankings edition brings promising news for India’s higher education sector, with significant strides made by several Indian universities. · 61 percent of Indian universities have improved their rankings · IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi are both in top 150 list in the QS World University Rankings 2025 · IIT Kharagpur…
In the wake of the historic electoral triumph, world leaders from across the globe have showered PM Modi with heartfelt congratulations, commemorating his unprecedented third term victory. · From the scenic Maldives to the industrious corridors of China, nations far and wide have extended their warm wishes. · China conveyed its felicitations to PM Modi and the…
Stock markets rebound, surge over 2% · Market rebounds after worst crash in four years · FMCG, auto stocks lead gains; banks, IT contribute · Gautam Adani, Mukesh Ambani net worths drop after market crash · Gautam Adani’s net worth drops by $24.9 billion to $97.5 billion · Mukesh Ambani’s net worth falls by $9 billion to $106 billion In…
The political landscape of Odisha witnessed a seismic shift in the 2024 Assembly elections as the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) confronted its first electoral setback since its inception in 1997. For over two decades, the party, under the leadership of Naveen Patnaik, maintained an aura of invincibility, riding on the popularity garnered from Biju Patnaik’s…
