Author: News Analysis India
Astrological highlights dominate February 1 as per Hindu calendar, featuring Magh Purnima on a Sunday blessed by Ravi Pushya and Sarvartha Siddhi Yogas. This rare combination makes it perfect for pujas, vows, and charitable acts, though caution against Bhadra and Rahu periods is advised. Spiritually, Magh Purnima concludes the sacred Kalpavas month at sacred sites. Legends say celestial beings visit Triveni Sangam for holy dips, inspiring devotees to follow suit in purifying waters for sin erasure and moksha attainment. Key timings: Full moon tithi ends February 2 at 3:38 AM. Pushya Nakshatra until 11:58 PM. Chandra in Karka Rashi. Surya…
In a keynote address at a prominent CSIS event in Washington, technology pioneer Romesh Wadhwani declared that artificial intelligence policy choices will be the ultimate arbiters of economic prosperity and geopolitical dominance in the near future. Ahead of India’s AI Impact Summit, Wadhwani described the dawn of autonomous AI agents—self-planning, executing, and learning entities requiring little human input. What was once cutting-edge generative AI has quickly become legacy tech, paving the way for agents that augment, supplant, and exceed human capabilities. Projections are staggering: from under 5 million agents in 2025, annual growth could exceed 200% over five years. These…
Novak Djokovic, at 38, continues to defy age and expectations, storming into the Australian Open 2026 final with a gritty 3-6, 6-3, 4-6, 4-6, 6-4 victory over Jannik Sinner in the semifinals. Retirement rumors only sharpened his focus, propelling him one win away from a historic 25th Grand Slam. In his post-match press conference, the 24-time major winner was candid. ‘You know, I’ve never stopped believing in myself,’ Djokovic said. ‘Lots of folks doubted me—experts kept retiring me in their minds over the years. I owe them thanks; they gave me the strength to shut them up.’ Djokovic praised Sinner’s…
‘Border 2’ has redefined blockbuster success, raking in over 250 crores and cementing its place as a modern classic. Directed with unflinching patriotism, the multi-starrer led by Sunny Deol has audiences cheering in theaters, but it’s the final moments that have left an indelible mark on hearts. In a genius nod to its predecessor, the sequel revives the spirit of ‘Border’ by featuring returning stars Suniel Shetty, Akshay Khanna, Sudesh Berry, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, and Puneet Issar. These appearances aren’t mere cameos; they form the emotional core of the climax, envisioned through the lens of cherished memories. Picture this: the entire…
On the joyous occasion of Sri Guru Har Rai Ji’s birth anniversary, India’s political heavyweights united in tribute, flooding social media with messages of reverence. Leading the pack, Home Minister Amit Shah lauded the seventh Sikh Guru’s unwavering commitment to langar traditions and empathetic service. Shah detailed how Guru Ji dispensed medicines freely, healing bodies and souls across castes, a practice that defines selfless care even today. Echoing this sentiment, Speaker Om Birla delved into the Guru’s multifaceted persona—a warrior of compassion, a devotee of spiritual paths. ‘His life amplifies Sikhism’s spiritual stature, guiding us toward truth and endurance,’ Birla…
Washington buzzed with optimism as top diplomats from India and France positioned New Delhi’s forthcoming AI Impact Summit as a landmark for emerging economies. During a key CSIS panel, Ambassador Vinay Kwatra and Laurent Bily outlined how the February 2026 gathering will prioritize inclusive growth and on-ground AI applications over mere policy talks. For the first time, a summit of this scale lands in the Global South, Kwatra noted, underscoring its role in proving AI’s universal value. Structured around ‘people, planet, and prosperity,’ the event seeks to democratize AI, ensuring it’s user-friendly and massively deployable. Building on Paris 2025’s momentum,…
In a pivotal address at the CSIS think-tank event, India’s top scientific advisor Ajay Kumar Sood revealed the nation’s blueprint for AI governance rooted in trust, inclusion, and balanced security measures. Ditching heavy-handed rules, India aims to unlock AI’s potential across its economy. From New Delhi, Sood connected virtually to stress AI’s centrality in national strategy. Once limited to select firms, AI now powers diverse sectors, forming the digital spine of growth amid booming global adoption of generative tools and surging data infrastructure needs. These trends elevate AI governance beyond policy silos into realms of economic resilience, citizen confidence, and…
The allure of Bollywood’s red carpets and flashing cameras hides a grim reality, as confessed by veteran actress Upasana Singh. Famous for her hilarious Pinky Bua persona on television, she opened up about the entertainment sector’s forgotten warriors who battle poverty amid the glamour. In a revealing conversation, Upasana dismantled the fairy-tale image of showbiz. Her role in the artists’ association exposed her to shocking facts: performers earning as little as 1,200 rupees yearly, gigs scarce at four to five days, and hefty cuts from earnings. ‘In a city like Mumbai, survival is a daily war,’ she emphasized. Coordinators siphon…
Justice has finally prevailed in Odisha after a Ganjam district court sentenced five men to life behind bars for the shocking robbery and murder of a local businessman in Berhampur. The crime, which horrified the community back in 2020, saw trader Lambodar Muni savagely killed in his own warehouse. It was a quiet night on June 13, 2020, in the Hillpatna neighborhood of Berhampur. Muni, who ran Mahalaxmi Bhandar as the distributor for Heritage Milk Products, was asleep in his office warehouse when intruders forced their way in. Driven by greed, the robbers not only looted 10 lakh in cash…
Ola Electric is undergoing a painful but necessary transformation. The electric scooter giant revealed plans to let go of about 5% of its employees Friday, citing structural reforms to enhance operational efficiency. This development unfolds against a backdrop of dwindling dominance in India’s EV two-wheeler space. Automation is at the heart of the overhaul, particularly in front-end processes, to instill greater agility and rigor. The goal? A more agile structure that prioritizes customer satisfaction and sustainable profitability. Progress is visible in service metrics: Ola now resolves more than 80% of requests nationwide on the day they are lodged, thanks to…