Delhi Development Authority seeks Supreme Court approval to cut 473 trees for widening a road to a key paramilitary hospital, promising compensatory afforestation. The move comes after a past contempt case.
MTV's iconic music-only channels, including MTV 80s and 90s, cease broadcasting. Anand Mahindra and fans mourn the 'end of an era' for the channel that shaped pop culture.
Greater Bengaluru Authority warns of criminal action against departments cutting roads without MARKS software approval. GBA chief mandates digital mapping to end public inconvenience. Read more.
GBA Chairman M Lakshminarayana warns of strict action against unauthorised road cutting in Bengaluru. Penalties include fines and criminal charges to protect city infrastructure. Read more.
A video of a man cutting a perfect spinning ice circle on a frozen lake has captivated millions online. Discover the serene art and simple physics behind this viral sensation.
Major tech firms invested over $200bn in AI infrastructure last year without a defined purpose, a stark contrast to goal-driven projects like the Moon landing. Explore the circular logic of AI investment and its staggering future costs.
Goa government enforces stricter tree felling procedures under the 1984 Act. New rules mandate NOCs from all co-owners, digital mapping, public disclosure, and a 10-day appeal period. Learn the key changes.
PM Modi emphasizes mission-mode reforms for India's long-term growth, focusing on savings, infrastructure, and tech. Read the full strategy for economic transformation.
Discover why garlic tastes different each time you cook. The secret lies in how you cut it, affecting the release of the powerful compound allicin. Master this kitchen science for better control over your dishes.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's Rs 110 crore plan to restore Subhash Bridge is more expensive than building several new flyovers. Get the full details and cost comparison here.
Greater Bengaluru Authority plans to cut 72 trees on defence land in Ejipura for a new road. The project affects a 5.34-acre SWD buffer zone. Read more about the environmental impact.
Balgavde villagers in Sangli oppose the cutting of over 5,700 trees for a 5MW solar farm under a state scheme, alleging broken promises and planning NGT appeal. Read more.
The National Green Tribunal takes action after 40 trees were chopped on Mysuru's Hyder Ali Road. Authorities must submit a detailed report. Read the full story here.
Punjab & Haryana High Court halts all tree felling in Punjab, citing blatant violation of green policy. The order demands strict compliance and a report from the Chief Secretary.
Amazon's security chief reveals how AI and human checks blocked over 1800 suspected North Korean operatives from remote tech jobs aimed at funding weapons programs. Learn the red flags.
Grammy-winning composer Ricky Kej called out Amazon India after delivery agents refused to carry his TV to the second floor. The incident sparked online outrage and an apology from Amazon. Read details.
Punjab Agricultural University re-evaluates road widening project after student protests. Alternative 40-ft plan may save 94 trees. V-C calls protesters 'outsiders'. Read the full story.
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation removes trees near Biju Patnaik International Airport runway for flight safety. Action follows DGCA's hold on ILS Cat-2 approval due to obstructions.
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The felling of several historic trees in Panaji, including a rain tree and copper pod trees, has ignited resident anger over the city's environmental management. Experts allege a pattern of destruction.
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Delhi govt introduces strict SOP for road-cutting to control dust pollution. Mandatory dust barriers, water sprinkling & penalties up to ₹5 lakh for violations. Read the full guidelines.
AWS CEO Matt Garman discusses Amazon's position in the AI race, customer perception, and the company's multi-layered product strategy in a recent interview. Read the full insights.
Amazon's largest job cuts in Luxembourg in 20 years force 370 employees out. Indian and foreign staff face a 3-month deadline to find new jobs or leave the EU. Read the full impact.
The Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation (VVCMC) has initiated a process to cut 10% of its contractual staff to reduce costs. Departments must submit detailed reports by December 17.
Rohit Prasad, the Indian-origin head of Amazon's AI division, is stepping down after 12 years. CEO Andy Jassy announced the departure and named his successor. Read more.
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announces major leadership change in AGI division. Veteran Peter DeSantis to lead, replacing Rohit Prasad, as the tech giant doubles down on AI race.
OpenAI is in preliminary talks to raise over $10 billion from Amazon and adopt its Trainium AI chips, a move that could reshape the semiconductor market and challenge Nvidia. Read the full details.
Karnataka High Court intervenes to protect Bengaluru's green cover, restraining tree felling at a Cantonment site and issuing notices to key ministries and state bodies. Read the full story.
Amazon India launches biometric authentication for UPI payments, enabling faster, password-free checkouts. This move aims to boost digital payment security and convenience for millions of users.