Cillian Murphy’s historical drama ‘Small Things Like These’ to open Berlin Film Fest
Los Angeles, Jan 18 - 'Small Things Like These', a historical drama starring Cillian Murphy, is set to open this year's Berlin Film Festival.
T-Hub selects 10 startups to drive AI, semiconductor innovation in India
New Delhi, Jan 18 - Leading startup incubator T-Hub on Thursday announced the selection of 10 startups in partnership with the UK Government's 'UK-India Emerging Tech Exchange Programme'.
BCCI announces release of Request for Proposals for staging IPL 2024 Opening Ceremony
Mumbai, Jan 18 - The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has invited bids from reputed entities for acquiring the rights and obligations to stage the Indian Premier League season 2024 Opening Ceremony.
Goa to present ‘pro-people’ budget this year too, says CM Sawant
Panaji, Jan 18 - Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has said that a "pro-people" budget will be placed for the coastal state this year too.
India Open: Lee Cheuk Yiu beat defending champion Kunlavut Vitidsarn
New Delhi, Dec 18 - Hong Kong’s Lee Cheuk Yiu led the march of the underdogs in the second round of the India Open 2024 with a win over defending men’s singles champion Kunlavut Vitidsarn of Thailand at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium
Google plans to bring AI image generator to Bard: Report
San Francisco, Jan 18 - Google is reportedly planning to add its own image generator directly to its AI chatbot Bard.
ITC’s Mangaldeep to spread its fragrance in Ayodhya
New Delhi/Ayodhya, Jan 18 - On the occasion of momentous inauguration of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on January 22, Mangaldeep, ITC's Agarbatti brand, is spearheading a series of initiatives to actively be a part of the event, and enrich the celebrations of devotees
Thought that level of hitting was incredible, says Dravid on Rohit’s unbeaten 121
Bengaluru, Jan 18 - India head coach Rahul Dravid was left in awe of captain Rohit Sharma’s unbeaten 121 in the thrilling third T20I at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, saying the level of hitting he saw from the right-handed opener was incredible.
Central govt offices to remain closed for half-day on Jan 22
New Delhi, Jan 18 - All central government offices will remain closed for half-day on January 22 on the occasion of the Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya.
Apple to roll out iOS 17.3 next week with ‘Stolen Device Protection’ feature
New Delhi, Jan 18 - Apple has confirmed that it will be releasing iOS 17.3 update next week to the public, with new features like Stolen Device Protection and collaborative Apple Music playlists.
PM Modi releases commemorative postage stamps on Ram temple in Ayodhya
New Delhi, Jan 18 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday released commemorative postage stamps dedicated to the Ram Temple in Ayodhya and a book of stamps issued on Lord Ram by more than 20 countries.
BJP-JD(S) seat-sharing to be finalised after Pran Pratishtha event: Kumaraswamy
New Delhi, Jan 18 - Former Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy said here on Thursday that it has been decided to complete the procedures, including seat-sharing and other details, by involving BJP and JD(S) leaders after the 'Pran Pratishtha' programme in Ayodhya.
‘Have to play some shots to put bowlers under pressure’, says Rohit on playing switch hit & reverse sweep
Bengaluru, Jan 18 - After putting an exhibition of breath-taking strokeplay via his unbeaten 121, followed by a few more boundaries in the double Super Over to ensure an Indian victory over Afghanistan, captain Rohit Sharma said his switch hit and reverse sweep
Global alliance calls for inclusive access to advanced AI
Davos-Klosters, Jan 18 - The AI Governance Alliance (AIGA) released on Thursday a series of three new reports on advanced artificial intelligence (AI). The papers focus on generative AI governance, unlocking its value and a framework for responsible AI development and deployment.
New Zealand records lowest annual food price increase in 2 years
Wellington, Jan 18 - New Zealand's food prices are 4.8 per cent higher than a year ago, the lowest annual increase since December 2021, the statistics department Stats NZ said on Thursday.
Japanese Communist Party appoints first-ever female chairperson
Tokyo, Jan 18 - The Japanese Communist Party (JCP) on Thursday decided to appoint incumbent policy chief Tomoko Tamura as the new chairperson, marking the first female head in the party's century-long history.
85% Indian CX leaders increasing investment in genAI: Report
New Delhi, Jan 18 - About 85 per cent of CX (Customer Experience) leaders are increasing their investment in generative AI for CX in India within the next year, a new report said on Thursday.
Sun Pharma jumps 3% on announcement of acquiring remaining stake in Taro for Rs 2,891 cr
New Delhi, Jan 18 - Sun Pharma has entered into a definitive merger agreement with Taro Pharmaceutical Industries pursuant to which Sun Pharma has agreed to acquire all of the outstanding ordinary shares of Taro not currently held by Sun Pharma.
UN Security Council adopted 50 resolutions in 2023
United Nations, Jan 18 - The UN Security Council (UNSC) adopted 50 resolutions and failed to adopt 10 draft ones in 2023, the world body said.
51 homestays,14 hotels open in Ayodhya for devotees
Ayodhya, Jan 18 - Nearly 51 homestays and 14 hotels have been inaugurated for devotees in Ayodhya, ahead of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Ram Lalla on January 22.