Samsung and Nvidia are making significant investments in Skild AI, a California-based startup developing advanced software for autonomous robots. This move highlights the increasing interest in ‘physical AI,’ where machines not only process information but also interact with the physical world. The companies are betting on the future of consumer robotics, aiming to bring sophisticated machines from research labs into homes. Skild AI recently secured $135 million in funding, with SoftBank leading the round. Nvidia and Samsung are also major investors, with the former already involved in other robotics ventures. While Samsung views the investment strategically to stay updated on…
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Former South African pace great Dale Steyn lauded Kagiso Rabada’s exceptional five-wicket haul on Day 1 of the World Test Championship (WTC) final, highlighting Rabada’s ability to ‘go for the kill’ when presented with an opportunity. Steyn emphasized Rabada’s impact, noting his superb swing and aggressive approach. The five-wicket haul propelled Rabada past Allan Donald to become the fourth-highest wicket-taker in Test cricket with 332 wickets. The match saw Australia restricted to 212 runs. A crucial partnership between Steve Smith and Beau Webster helped stabilize the Australian innings, but Rabada and Marco Jansen ensured South Africa maintained pressure. South Africa,…
Former Bangladesh interim government head Muhammad Yunus stated that he approached Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to prevent former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from addressing the Bangladeshi public or her Awami League supporters from India. Yunus recounted this conversation at Chatham House, the Royal Institute of International Affairs in London. Yunus mentioned that he explicitly requested PM Modi to stop Hasina from making these speeches, expressing concerns over the impact of her addresses on the Bangladeshi population. He noted that anger and criticism were directed towards India due to her presence there. When asked if India complied with his request,…
The first Hindi film made in Chhattisgarh, ‘Janki Chapter 1,’ has run into trouble. The Censor Board has currently put a hold on the film’s release. Reportedly, the Censor Board has refused to issue a certificate due to the film’s title. Producer Mohit Sahu stated that he will now approach the Revising Committee. If the committee doesn’t approve, he plans to go to the High Court, but insists on releasing the film with the title ‘Janki’. Following the Censor Board’s decision, producer Mohit Sahu posted a video on social media, stating, “The censor certificate for ‘Janki’ has been held up.…
Meghalaya Minister Alexander Laloo Hek has labeled the murder of Raja Raghuvanshi as a “pure organized and pre-planned crime.” The five key accused, including Sonam Raghuvanshi, have been remanded to eight-day police custody. Minister Hek emphasized the government’s and the people of Meghalaya’s desire for the perpetrators to be punished according to the law. He expressed satisfaction that Raja Raghuvanshi’s family had apologized to the government and police after initially blaming them. Hek also praised the Meghalaya police for their work in apprehending the suspects and noted the discovery of a mangalsutra and ring from Sonam Raghuvanshi’s suitcase as a…
The Kannada film ‘Maryade Prashne,’ directed by Nagaraj Somyaji, captivated audiences with its compelling narrative. The revenge drama, starring Rakesh Adiha and Sunil Raoh, premiered in theaters on November 22nd, 2025. While the film garnered positive reviews, its box office performance was moderate. Now, ‘Maryade Prashne’ is set to make its digital debut on SunNXT, becoming available to stream starting June 13th, 2025, with a basic subscription. The film’s cast also includes Poornachandra Mysore, Teju Belawadi, and others. It is produced by Shwetha R Prasad and Vidya Gandhi Rajan under the Sakkath Studio banner.
India’s digital transformation over the past 11 years has been nothing short of remarkable, subtly reshaping the way people live, work, and access services. This evolution, fueled by a combination of private sector innovation and significant public initiatives, has created a robust digital ecosystem that permeates nearly every aspect of Indian life. The expansion of the telecom network is a key indicator of this growth, with telephone connections surging from 930 million in 2014 to over 1.2 billion by April 2025. Rural India, previously underserved, now boasts over 520 million connections, a substantial increase from the nearly 380 million a…
Following the retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, India’s Test team faces significant decisions before the upcoming series against England, starting June 20th. Former India opener Robin Uthappa has shared his ideal playing XI, advocating for KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal as the opening pair. He also included Sai Sudharsan, which would move Shubman Gill to bat at No. 4 and Karun Nair at five. Uthappa stated, “For me, I want to start stronger right at the top, and I would want KL Rahul to open there… At No. 3, I would love to see someone like Sai Sudharsan…
A shocking incident has come to light from Muzaffarpur, Bihar. A minor boy went to meet his girlfriend at night, but his visit took an unexpected turn. He was caught in a compromising situation with his girlfriend by some villagers. After a severe beating, the villagers forcibly married him to the girl. The boy’s father filed an FIR against six people. The boy’s father has accused the perpetrators of abduction and forced child marriage. The police have taken both the minor boy and girl into custody and are providing counseling. All the accused involved in the forced marriage are currently…
A shocking incident has emerged from the Iragaon Panchayat in the Keshkal assembly constituency of Chhattisgarh, where an employment assistant allegedly demanded sexual favors from a woman in exchange for a ration card. The official reportedly first asked for ‘chicken’ and then for ‘opportunity’. When the woman stated she did not have any chicken, the official responded by stating that he needed her for one night. The victim has filed a written complaint with the Janpad Panchayat and the SDM office. This has led to outrage among the villagers. Sarcastic remarks such as “Get a Ration Card – Lose Your…