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Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

'PM Modi supervised NEET paper leak': Rahul's big charge as Centre gears up for retest

Rahul Gandhi sharply criticized Prime Minister Modi over the NEET UG paper leak, accusing him of personally supervising the exam's integrity. This follows the Centre's assurance t…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

'Will Pak recognise Israel?' Viral clip captures journalist confronting FM Ishaq Dar

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers sifts through global events to bring readers the latest news. • The …

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

'India preparing for Operation Sindoor 2.0': Army chief Upendra Dwivedi

India is preparing for 'Operation Sindoor 2.0' as Army chief Upendra Dwivedi stated the military posture in response to Pakistan's actions remains in place. The operation, a conti…

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

Israeli troops push deeper into Lebanon as two sides start military talks at Pentagon

In Washington, a six-member Lebanese military delegation met with Israeli military officials in the first direct military talks between the two countries in decades

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

International Peacekeepers Day: India underscores unflinching commitment to UN peacekeeping

The International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers is marked annually on May 29, and India is among the largest troop-contributing countries which has deployed nearly three lakh…

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

Trump’s Physician says U.S. President is in ‘excellent health’ and is ‘fully fit’ to serve

The exam, which Mr. Trump described as a six-month physical, was his fourth publicly disclosed medical exam since he returned to office for a second term

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

Canadian man pleads guilty to selling lethal substances to over 100 people who took their own lives

Kenneth Law is suspected of sending at least 1,200 packages to more than 40 countries, with about 160 of those allegedly sent to addresses in Canada

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

India is 'powerful' and 'modernising' its military, says U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth

India is powerful and modernising its military while also maintaining a balance of power, particularly in the Indian Ocean., says U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth at the Shangri…

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

Indian-American Shrey Parikh wins Scripps National Spelling Bee competition

Parikh beat the previous spell-off record set in 2024 after he spelt 32 of the 35 words correctly in 90 seconds; of the nine finalists this year, five were of Indian origin

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

The Green Jobs Collapse Is a Myth—Here’s What’s Actually Happening

Green job openings actually outpace the talent pool, and students and career‑changers who build the right mix of skills can stand out. Here’s how experts say to prepare.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

It’s Time to Turbocharge Your Flywheel. These Are the Best AI Marketing Tools, According to Experts

The right tech stack can help you get to new customers faster and more efficiently.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Stagflation Warning Signs Are Flashing, but the AI Boom Is Letting Investors Ignore Them (for Now)

The Fed’s preferred inflation gauge hit its highest mark in three years.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

These Micro‑Challenges Take Less Than a Minute—and Readers Say They’re Game-Changing

All it takes is a small daily reminder.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Technology Is Outpacing the News Cycle. Mostly Human Is Building a Media Model to Keep Up

Laurie Segall’s new deepfake series with Paris Hilton is her latest proof point for a portable IP approach to journalism.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Anthropic Soars to a $965-Billion Valuation, Overtaking OpenAI in the AI Funding Race

As Claude adoption accelerates and growth momentum builds, the tech giant continues to inch closer to a $1-trillion valuation.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

20 Leadership Mistakes That Changed how Founders Lead

No one starts a company because management is fun.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

How 2 Founders Turned Clean Beauty Standards Into a Pet Care Brand

Your dog’s grooming aisle is getting a clean beauty makeover.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

A Psychologist’s Top 5 Signs Your Cognitive Load Is Too High

They’re not all what you think.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Purchasing a 3-D-Printed Home Just Got a Little Easier—Here’s Why

A new incentive from Wells Fargo marks a rare show of institutional backing for large‑scale, 3-D‑printed housing.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

A 10-Year Study Says This 1 Health Habit Matters Most for Counteracting Work Stress

Eating well, exercise, and sleep are all great for your health. But new research says one of these habits is foundational.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Different AI Models Ran Simulated Societies. The 1 With Grok in Charge Experienced an Apocalypse

A research study had AI models like Claude, Gemini, and Grok in charge of various worlds. Things took a dark turn in Grok’s realm.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Neuroscientists Just Discovered a Link Between Irregular Work Hours and Brain Tissue Loss

A new study finds a link between non-traditional working hours to losses in the amygdala and thalamus. Here’s what it means for shift workers.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Bad News for Peach Lovers: The Fruit Will Be Scarce and Costly This Summer

Adverse weather conditions and a corporate bankruptcy are devastating orchards across California, Texas, and New Jersey.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Are You Mistaking Employee Appeasement for Loyalty? The Matthew Perry Tragedy Is a Warning to Every CEO

In companies, it’s called loyalty. In the addiction literature, it’s called codependency.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

After Blue Origin Rocket Explodes, the Commercial Space Race Takes a Hit: ‘Very Rough Day’

The New Glenn Rocket erupted in Florida late Thursday night.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Costco CEO Reveals the Ripple Effect That’s Suddenly Driving Massive Growth

As gas prices continue to soar, Costco’s discounted fuel is ensuring members stay committed to the retailer.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

M&M’s Is Partnering With ‘Love Island’ to Launch a Limited-Edition Candy Product

The Mars brand is encouraging reality TV fans to play with their food.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

A New Study of More Than 340,000 People Just Revealed How Your Drink of Choice Affects Your Lifespan

In addition to considering how much you drink, researchers say you may want to think about the type of alcohol you’re consuming.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

The Man Behind the Lean Startup Movement Says This Is Why Successful Companies Keep Losing Their Soul

Eric Ries spent 15 years watching companies he helped build get destroyed from the inside. His new book explains why it keeps happening and what founders can do.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Unpaid Bills and Sudden Closures: Inside the Collapse of a Massive U.S. Alcohol Distributor

A recent filing reveals 267 workers face termination later this summer as Republic National Distributing Company seeks to restructure its business.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Dell Just Posted Its Fastest Sales Growth Since 2018—and It’s Due to AI

On May 27, Dell reported a 88 percent growth in revenue year-over-year for the quarter. The company shows no signs of slowing down.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Why 2 Massive Summer Events Could Lead to a Boost in Sales for This Beloved American Candy Brand

The FIFA World Cup and America 250 could give the Hershey Company a much-needed lift. Here’s why.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

A Stanford Study Exposes Massive Racial Bias in AI Hiring Tools Used by 90 Percent of Businesses

Researchers warn that a growing ‘algorithmic monoculture’ is locking qualified minority candidates out of the job market.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

This Chinese ‘Mecha’ Robot Just Smashed a Wall in One Punch. The Real Story Is Bigger

This transforming humanoid robot is set to transform the world of work, and catapult China ahead in the physical AI race.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Researchers Studied 270 Kids Exposed to 1 Common Pesticide. The Results Are Alarming

The new study adds to concerns about chlorpyrifos, a common agricultural pesticide still used in the U.S.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Employee Fraud to Real Estate Debt: Why 3 Popular Texas Alcohol Brands Just Declared Bankruptcy

A number of independent alcohol producers have filed for bankruptcy this year, potentially signaling a deeper financial crisis in the industry.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Bill Ackman Wanted to Buy the World’s Biggest Music Company. UMG Just Rejected His Bid

The board determined that the $64-billion offer undervalued the company.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

The 5-Step LinkedIn Strategy Founders Are Using to Capture Investor Attention and Boost Deal Flow

Startups today are using LinkedIn as a megaphone for their business updates.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Don’t Wait for Burnout: How to Spot When Your Staff Are Struggling Before They Call in Sick

How a shift to simple mental health self-reporting can catch employee distress before unexpected sick leave.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Why You Need to Stop Using Passwords and Switch to This Secure Alternative Now

Do you want to avoid phishing attacks and data leaks? Embrace this popular new option right away.

Source: Your Story ·

Startups

IISc launches Wadhwani Innovation Centre in Bengaluru to boost quantum and deeptech ecosystem

IISc has launched the Wadhwani-IISc Innovation Centre and a new quantum startup accelerator to boost India’s deeptech innovation and research commercialisation ecosystem.

Source: Your Story ·

Startups

India’s mid-market firms lead in AI adoption but face rising complexity costs: Freshworks Report

The report estimates that Indian AI firms are losing Rs 33,000 crore in wasted AI spending annually.

Source: Your Story ·

Startups

Anthropic hits $965B valuation; AI complexity plagues Indian companies

Anthropic’s Series H funding was led by Altimeter Capital, Dragoneer, Greenoaks, and Sequoia Capital.

Source: Your Story ·

Startups

Second edition of Namma Art Bengaluru festival celebrates pan-India creativity

In this photo essay, we feature some highlights from the exhibition titled Mapping Periphery & Centre, along with curator insights.

Source: Your Story ·

Startups

Tata 1mg turns EBITDA positive across core businesses

Tata 1mg said its approach of building integrated healthcare platform is delivering results and now planning an expansion of retail presence

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