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China's largest memory chipmaker, CXMT, has sued the Pentagon this week. The company disputes its designation as a Chinese military company by the US government. CXMT states its DRAM chips are for civilian and commercial use only. This lawsuit follows similar challenges from other Chinese technology firms. The legal action highlights ongoing trade tensions over national security concerns.

Germanys billionaire Dieter Schwarz, the owner of supermarket giants Lidl and Kaufland, is making a major push into technology. His Schwarz Group is investing 5.6 billion to build a new data centre in northern Germany, as it seeks to expand its cloud business and challenge US tech giants such as Amazon, Microsoft and Google.Through its Schwarz Digits division, the group wants to become a major European hyperscaler, offering cloud computing, data storage and AI services at scale. The investment c

Sri Lanka was collapsing in 2022. Fuel, food and medicines were running short. Foreign exchange had disappeared. Public anger forced the Rajapaksa government into crisis. At that moment, former Sri Lankan Finance Minister Ali Sabry says Indias Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman changed the mood at the IMF. Sabry recalled that IMF officials were initially sceptical. But after Sitharaman met IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva, he says the next meeting felt completely different. Indias support was not

A boat carrying workers capsized during embankment repair work in Bihar's Naugachia area, leaving two people missing, officials said. A search operation is underway to trace those still unaccounted for, news agency ANI reported.District magistrate Alankrita Pandey said 21 people, including 19 workers and two boatmen, were onboard when the boat capsized. The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) team stationed at the site rescued 19 people, while two remain missing.

Mahabali has returned to Keralam for Onam - this time with an AI-powered twist. ����A humanoid robot dressed as Maveli is drawing crowds at Kochis Forum Mall, bringing together the traditional spirit of Onam and cutting-edge technology. Developed by Chinese robotics firm Unitree Robotics, the robot has been greeting visitors and becoming a social media attraction.The video was shared by Temjen Imna Along, Tourism & Higher Education Minister, Nagaland.

Russia claims it has carried out a major drone strike on Ukraine's strategic Izmail port in the Odesa region, targeting a dry cargo ship, three fuel storage tanks, and port infrastructure allegedly used to support the Ukrainian military. According to the Russian Defense Ministry, the attack was aimed at disrupting Ukraine's military logistics through one of its most important Danube River ports.Izmail has become a key export and supply hub since the Black Sea Grain Initiative ended, making it a

CIA Director John Ratcliffes surprise Moscow trip was reportedly aimed at warning Russia not to attack NATO, amid fresh U.S. intelligence assessments about a possible limited Russian assault on an alliance member. The Wall Street Journal reported that Ratcliffe delivered the warning during his first publicly known visit to Russia as CIA chief. Politico said the Baltic states received particular attention, while Ratcliffe also pressed Moscow to reduce military and economic support for Iran. The K

Tensions in the Middle East have escalated after a tanker was struck by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, briefly catching fire before the blaze was extinguished. According to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), all crew members are safe and no environmental damage has been reported, but the incident has raised fresh concerns over maritime security in one of the world's most important oil shipping lanes.The attack comes as Iran insists the Strait of Hormuz remains closed despi

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright says Washington still wants a negotiated end to Irans nuclear programme, but warns military action could follow if diplomacy fails. IAEA chief Rafael Grossi says Iran still has 440 kilogrammes of uranium enriched to 60%, with major nuclear capabilities intact. Washington says Iran must not obtain a nuclear weapon, while Tehran maintains its right to peaceful nuclear energy.#Iran #IranNuclear #USIran #ChrisWright #IAEA #RafaelGrossi #NuclearWeapons #IranNuclearDea

Apple's 2026 major event is set for September 9, where excitement brews over the launch of the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. Notably, a unique foldable iPhone is on the horizon, likely to steal the spotlight. Fans can also expect fresh color choices and innovative mechanical aperture technology in the Pro series. The standard model will arrive next year, with more advancements lined up for 2027.

President Donald Trumps latest White House appearance has sparked a bizarre online frenzy after viewers spotted what appeared to be a strange bulge beneath his suit jacket. Social media users revived the long-running Trump diaper theory, with some asking whether the mysterious shape was an adult diaper or something else entirely. The viral Trump video has triggered fresh speculation, jokes and controversy

Chaotic scenes unfolded in Patna as protesting students faced water cannons during a massive demonstration over alleged irregularities in the 70th BPSC examination. Amid the chaos, some protesters were seen dancing and celebrating under the spray as police tried to disperse the crowd.

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka on Tuesday alleged that Rajasthan Police was keeping a watch on people entering and leaving his house, hours after the organisations team faced a confrontation during its campaign to inspect government schools.In a post on X, Ranka said, For the last 2 hours, Rajasthan police is surveilling every person going in and out of my house. He challenged the police to arrest him directly if they wanted to, while insisting that he and his team would

Kochi witnessed the festive spirit of Uthradam as traditional Chendamelam performances and an Onam Sadhya were held at the Thrikkakkara temple, marking the eve of Onam.

Bhagwat is scheduled to address around 5,000 members of the Indian diaspora at the iconic New York venue on August 29. His visit to the United States is part of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh's centenary-year global outreach programme. I don't support the rally, but I don't know if the city has any jurisdiction on cancelling a private event, Mamdani said at a news conference on Tuesday.

CIA Director John Ratcliffe has reportedly traveled to Moscow for meetings, marking what appears to be his first known visit to Russia since taking charge of the agency. His reported arrival comes after a U.S. Air Force C-17 transport aircraft was spotted landing in Moscow alongside a U.S. diplomatic motorcade. Neither Washington nor Moscow has publicly confirmed the purpose of the visit. The trip comes as U.S.-mediated Ukraine peace talks remain stalled and tensions between Russia, Ukraine and

OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman expresses concern that AI might fall under the control of just a handful of companies. He emphasizes the idea that both society and AI systems must evolve together over time. Acknowledging the over-optimism in his past AI timeline projections, Altman points out how the economy's natural inertia can delay technological changes, allowing for a more gradual adjustment to new advancements.

In his memoir Play Nice But Win, Michael Dell recalls meeting Steve Jobs in the spring of 1980 at a Houston computer user group, aged just fifteen. Jobs, then 25 and weeks from Apple's IPO, spoke about personal computers revolutionising the world. Dell writes he was riveted, and could not have imagined that in five years, Steve Jobs and he would be colleagues and friends, long before their famous Apple rivalry.

Saransh Jain has stepped onto the field, marking his Test debut for India in the second match against Sri Lanka. With Kuldeep Yadav sidelined by a viral infection, the captain, Shubman Gill, opted to bat first after winning the toss on a favourable pitch. Following a commanding win in the opener, India seek to build on their 1-0 series lead, while also addressing areas for growth in their performance.

Applying for an organ transplant is only the beginning. In India, a patients journey can involve medical evaluation, documentation, registry enrolment, waitlist priority, organ matching, allocation, surgery and lifelong follow-up. The process is coordinated across transplant centres, NOTTO, ROTTOs, SOTTOs and regulatory authorities. But being registered does not mean simply waiting in a queue. Medical urgency, compatibility, organ-specific criteria and clinical status can determine priority, whi

Delhi Police registered an FIR regarding a student protester's alleged pellet-gun injury. Rahul Gandhi staged a sit-in after alleging the complaint was initially refused. The student, Sahil Lochab, claims over 200 pellets lodged in his body. He stated his vision in one eye remains unclear after surgery. The protest concerned alleged irregularities and the NEET paper-leak controversy.

Russia has fired a major missile warning near the disputed Kuril Islands, just days after Japan condemned Vladimir Putins visit to the region. The Russian Pacific Fleet says the exercise involved the Varyag guided missile cruiser, Omsk nuclear-powered submarine and Bastion coastal missile system, striking simulated enemy targets around 300 km away.The drills have triggered a fresh diplomatic clash with Japan, which continues to claim the southern Kuril Islands as its Northern Territories. Moscow

A family of three tragically died after falling into a deep stone quarry on Friday. The incident occurred when parents attempted to save their son from a dangerous cliff edge. Police and fire brigade personnel were present and had been trying to persuade the youth for hours. The son suddenly fell, and his father tried to grab him, losing his own balance.