We are not animals: How AP x Swatch Royal Pop launch spiralled into chaos across cities
The highly anticipated Audemars Piguet x Swatch Royal Pop watch launch descended into chaos across multiple cities, including Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi, and Dubai. Massive crowds, long queues, and safety concerns led to cancelled store openings and frustrated buyers, with some calling it one of the wildest retail scenes in years.
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How PBKS vs RCB could decide Chennai Super Kings IPL 2026 playoff fate
Chennai Super Kings' IPL 2026 playoff hopes hinge on the Punjab Kings vs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru match. An RCB victory would simplify CSK's path to qualification, allowing them to control their destiny by winning their remaining two games. A PBKS win, however, would intensify the pressure and potentially lead to a Net Run Rate battle.
One Nation, One Election can align polls nationwide by 2034: JPC
Bengaluru: P P Chaudhary, Chairman of the JPC on One Nation, One Election, said on Saturday that holding State Assembly and Lok Sabha elections simultaneously is in the countrys best interest. He said that if this shared system is successfully implemented, the country will have a stable framework for the next 100 years. One Nation, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
RCB out to seal play-off berth, PBKS look to arrest free fall
INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | CONNOLLY BECAME YOUNGEST OVERSEAS IPL CENTURION WITH 107* VS SRH MATCH TODAY RCB VS PBKS AT 3:30 PM | DC VS RR AT 7:30 PM Royal Challengers Bengaluru would look to exploit vulnerabilities of a profligate Punjab Kings bowling line up to seal a play-off berth in the Indian Premier []
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Bengaluru: Amid nationwide concerns over alleged irregularities in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET), Karnataka has received a major boost in medical education with the sanctioning of 1,122 additional government medical seats, Medical Education Minister Dr Sharan Prakash Patil announced on Saturday, May 16. Addressing a press conference at Vikas Soudha in Bengaluru, the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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Bengaluru: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee president D K Shivakumar has strongly opposed the Centres proposed One Nation One Election initiative, calling it a politically motivated move that could weaken Indias federal structure and democratic system. Speaking at a discussion organised by the Joint Parliamentary Study Committee at a private hotel Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
IPL 2026: Dropped Catches, Dip In Catching Efficiency - Fielding Issues Raise Huge Alarms
Indian Premier League: On the eve of taking on Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, the social media accounts of Rajasthan Royals (RR) posted an interesting 20-second clip of its fielders taking catches at practice with both hands and Ravi Bishnoi completing a grab with his right hand. More than the video, the caption caught the eye, as it said Dont drop your catches, along with laughter and folded hand emojis attached. If one were living under a rock, then that line would have been seen as another attempt by RRs social media admins to generate quirky laughter. But if one digs deeper, then that caption also points towards a trend which has been a nagging concern of dropped catches and a dip in catching efficiency, raising huge alarms in the ten-team competition. The cricketers in 2026 are faster, fitter, and more athletic than any generation before them. The way they dive, slide, and leap to complete acrobatic catches would have seemed extraordinary even a decade ago. IPL 2026 is shaping up as the most telling reminder yet that athleticism and catching proficiency are two very different things. The data from CricViz tells the story in cold, unforgiving numbers. After 59 matches in IPL 2026, fielding sides have held 541 catches and dropped 153 - a catching efficiency of 77.9 per cent. Six of the 10 franchises are operating below the 80 per cent threshold. The scale of the problem is not lost on the game's insiders, and its consequences in a format where 200-plus totals are now routine, and the Impact Sub rule has tilted the balance further toward batters have been severe. No team better illustrates the crisis than the Delhi Capitals. With a catching efficiency of just 65.4 per cent - the worst in the competition - DC have squandered 19 out of 36 chances. Think of how many times Director of Cricket Venugopal Rao was left ruing about dropped catches costing them crucial runs after losing matches. Sunrisers Hyderabad have dropped 24 catches the most by any side this season but their catching efficiency percentage is slightly better at 72.7 percent. At the other end of the spectrum, Kolkata Knight Riders lead the standings by holding 56 catches and dropping just eight chances at a healthy 87.5 per cent in ten matches and have conceded only one difficult drop all season. Rajasthan Royals (83.8 percent), Lucknow Super Giants (82.5 percent), Gujarat Titans (82 percent), and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (81.6 percent) have also shown what a cohesive fielding unit can achieve. Punjab Kings, with a catching efficiency percentage of 73.5, have encapsulated the paradox of the modern fielding unit - captain Shreyas Iyer produced one of the catches of the tournament - a breathtaking mid-air relay against the Mumbai Indians to dismiss Hardik Pandya. Holding his balance in flight, Iyer tossed the ball back to teammate Xavier Bartlett before crossing the boundary rope. It was the kind of moment that makes highlight reels for years. Yet Iyer's brilliance has not been reflected in the unit around him his teammate Shashank Singh has had a tournament to forget in fielding by dropping six catches, including spilling three chances in a single innings against Lucknow Super Giants. As per CricViz data since 2020, overall catches have grown significantly from 459 in 2020 to a peak of 645 in 2024, suggesting that high-scoring matches have occurred in the tournament. The catching percentage peaked in 2023 at 81.5 percent, but has declined since then, to 75 percent in 2025 and 77.9 percent so far in 2026. Drops have risen sharply - from 129 in 2020 to hitting a peak of 207 in 2025, and with 153 dropped catches in 59 matches, IPL 2026 is on pace to reach a similarly high metric. Raw drop counts tell only part of the story. Cricket-21's runs-saved and runs-missed metrics put a harder number on the damage, and the figures are sobering. Naman Dhirs eight drops have not merely handed batters second lives, but cost Mumbai Indians 27 runs - the highest by any individual fielder in IPL 2026. Shashanks struggles in fielding acquire an even grimmer dimension through this lens: his dropped catches have cost Punjab Kings an estimated 22 runs in the field this season. What also makes for a grim reading is that not a single one of Shashanks six drops are classified as a difficult chance. According to Cricket-21 data, all of them were classified as easy or medium, as Shashanks catch efficiency stands at a near-indefensible 14.3 per cent. SRH have leaked 128 runs through fielding lapses this season - the worst figure of any franchise - while saving only 57. That net deficit of 71 runs is not an abstraction - in a format where margins between winning and losing a game can be as thin as 10 or 15 runs, it is the difference between finishing at the top spot and ending up at number four. Chennai Super Kings compound the picture further with 16 missed run-out opportunities, the most for any side. LSG, despite being at the bottom of the points table, emerges as the standout team when runs saved are the currency. Their fielders have saved 133 runs this season, the most for any franchise. In terms of individual catching, by combining all keepers and fielders, Jos Buttler leads outright with 17 catches. Jitesh Sharma stands out for efficiency - 12 catches and a stellar percentage of 92.3. Rishabh Pant has saved 26 runs, which makes him the most valuable fielder on either side this season, while Nicholas Pooran, Anukul Roy, Pathum Nissanka, Dhruv Jurel, and Noor Ahmad have saved 17 runs. Those inside the system are not surprised to see fielding and catching being an issue in IPL 2026. A senior fielding coach, who has worked at the highest level, spoke to IANS on the condition of anonymity on the roots of the malaise in catching and fielding. There are many reasons behind it: number one, hard hands. Number two, they don't get under the ball. Instead, they try to reach out to the ball. Number three, they want to make it a little glamorous. I havent seen someone running, nicely pausing, and taking a catch. Instead, someone has run and made a slide and taken the catch. But what I can see is, the easy catch, they make it look difficult and glamorous, and that's maybe one reason why so many dropped catches are happening on the field, said the fielding coach. The coach did not spare the culture around practice. Whatever is there has to be caught; it's simple. One doesn't have to think too much. It should be treated like a routine - waking up in the morning, taking a bath, and having breakfast. It should be deeply embedded in the routine of all players so that those chances arent missed. Another fielding coach, a regular in the cricketing circuit, told IANS that pressure and constant travel are also leading to catches being dropped regularly. Everyones talking about dropped catches, and rightly so, as fielding decides the outcome of games. But sometimes we forget that constant travel and the high pressure of playing matches are always around. It needs to be seen if players are getting enough sleep, and whether they are fresh mentally and physically for giving it their all on match day? As per my view, most catches are going down on the square boundaries. Are those exact-match scenarios being replicated in practice by coaches? Also, are your best fielders in the hot zones on match days? We also saw that new LED lights were installed in Jaipur, which took some time for RR fielders to adjust. Another fielding coach, a regular in the cricketing circuit, told IANS that pressure and constant travel are also leading to catches being dropped regularly. Everyones talking about dropped catches, and rightly so, as fielding decides the outcome of games. But sometimes we forget that constant travel and the high pressure of playing matches are always around. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The athleticism is not in doubt, as the IPL has always showcased that. The question heading into the business end of the season is a simpler and older one: when the ball comes to you, do you hold it? Right now, for far too many players and teams in IPL 2026, the answer is no. One can just hope that teams like RR will hope that the efforts done in practice and showcased on social media are executed on the field to arrest the great fielding and catching slide. Article Source: IANS
Karnataka forest department launches honey from Kali Tiger Reserve
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Karnataka: Five arrested in honeytrap robbery case targeting wealthy youths
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IPL 2026: Omkar Salvi Backs Bhuvneshwars Experience And Adaptability Ahead Of Punjab Kings Clash
Assistant Coach Omkar Salvi: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Assistant Coach Omkar Salvi credited Bhuvneshwar Kumars experience, preparation, and understanding of his own game as key factors behind the pacers strong campaign in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 and emerging as a key player in the team's surge to the top of the standings. Ahead of RCBs away fixture against Punjab Kings on Sunday afternoon, Bhuvneshwar Kumar currently holds the Purple Cap with 22 wickets in 12 innings. Speaking on the former India pacer's contribution to the team, Salvi said, He did really well last season too. The role he was playing did exceptionally well for us. This season, he is in a different role, and everyone knows what a world-class bowler he is and the skills he possesses. He is just enjoying his bowling and expressing himself freely. Salvi also spoke about how Bhuvneshwar has adapted his bowling according to different phases of the innings. Every bowler has their own strengths and teams plan according to that, he said. Bhuvi is bowling with the new ball, so naturally, he wants to explore the swing. At the death as well, he has been using his variations effectively. It depends on which phase the bowler is operating in. He added that the veteran seamers preparation and fitness work ahead of the season had also contributed significantly to his performance. Looking at the experience Bhuvneshwar Kumar has, he understands his body really well, Salvi said. He knows the fitness components he needs to work on, and he has worked religiously on them. That is reflected in his bowling. Every bowler has their own strengths and teams plan according to that, he said. Bhuvi is bowling with the new ball, so naturally, he wants to explore the swing. At the death as well, he has been using his variations effectively. It depends on which phase the bowler is operating in. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Salvi also noted Jacob Bethells adaptability in the batting unit, backing the youngsters ability to perform in different situations. Bethell has proved himself on the world stage and in this format he is a world-class player, Salvi said. It doesnt matter which position he bats in. He is a mature player who adapts himself according to the situation, and we have seen him perform. Article Source: IANS
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Indian Women's Team Players Seek Blessings At Mahakal Temple Ahead Of T20 World Cup 2026
T20 World Cup Trophy: Members of the Indian women's cricket team visited the famous Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga temple on Saturday. They attended the traditional Bhasma Aarti to seek blessings ahead of the upcoming ICC Womens T20 World Cup next month. The players who visited the iconic temple included captain Harmanpreet Kaur, along with Arundhati Kirkire, Shafali Verma, Renuka Singh Thakur, Shreyanka Patil, Kranti Goud, Bharti Fulmali, Arundhati Reddy, and Deepti Sharma. After attending the Bhasma Aarti and offering prayers, the players were welcomed by the temple committee. This is not the first time members of the Indian womens team have visited the Mahakal temple, as players had earlier also sought blessings during the Women's World Cup 2025 last year, which was later won by Harmanpreet's side. India are currently preparing for the ICC Womens T20 World Cup, scheduled to begin in England on June 12. The team has been training at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. India are placed in Group 1 of the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup alongside six-time champions Australia, South Africa, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and the Netherlands. Harmanpreet Kaur & Co will open their campaign against Pakistan on June 14 in Birmingham, before taking on the Netherlands (June 17, Leeds), South Africa (June 21, Manchester), Bangladesh (June 25, Manchester), and Australia (June 28, Lord's). India are placed in Group 1 of the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup alongside six-time champions Australia, South Africa, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and the Netherlands. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (captain), Smriti Mandhana (vice-captain), Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Bharti Fulmali, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (wk), Sree Charani, Yastika Bhatia (wk), Nandini Sharma, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh Thakur, Kranti Gaud, Shreyanka Patil, and Radha Yadav. Article Source: IANS
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New Delhi , May 16 : Star batter Virat Kohli opened up on the emotional moment when Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally ended their 18-year wait for an Indian Premier League (IPL) title, saying the feeling of winning the trophy after years of heartbreak was far more special than it would have been in the franchises early years. RCB lifted their maiden IPL crown in 2025 after defeating Punjab Kings in the final, ending years of disappointment and near misses for one of the leagues most followed franchises. Kohli, who has represented the Bengaluru franchise since the inaugural IPL season in 2008, was visibly emotional after the historic triumph. Speaking on the RCB Podcast, Kohli recalled the emotions he experienced during the closing moments of the final when pacer Josh Hazlewood bowled the last over with PBKS needing 29 runs.I felt very thankful, and I feel grateful every day of my life, to be honest. I have nothing to complain about. But that night, especially, and I still say its very difficult to explain to people in words how I felt in the last four balls of the last over, Kohli said.When you see from the outside what has happened to the franchise, how RCB has been looked at for so many years as a big team, big franchise thats never won, you know, the almost champions, the ones that have come close but never really won the trophy. And for that pressure to build over so many years, like season after season, and theres one thing to observe it, and theres one thing to live it. And I have lived through all of those seasons, he added. Reflecting on why the triumph felt uniquely special, Kohli admitted the prolonged wait made the achievement even more meaningful.I can with absolute honesty and clarity say that it wouldnt have been five per cent of the feeling I had, had we won it in the earlier years. And the accumulation of all that stress and all that pressure. And for it to happen after 18 years, there couldnt have been a better experience for me in my cricketing journey, apart from all the other things that Ive experienced playing for India as well. This was very, very special, the batter said.Kohli has been the face of the franchise for nearly two decades and remains the highest run-scorer in IPL history with 9,145 runs, including a record nine centuries in the tournament. The former RCB captain reflected on his long journey with the franchise and the trust shown in him during a crucial phase of his career when he was the only retained player for Bengaluru ahead of the 2011 season.I started my journey with RCB very young, as everyone knows. Then I was retained at a very important juncture in my career, to be fair, with the conversation back and forth. RCB agreed to the perspective I had for my own career, for my own game, because I was also playing for India. They showed trust in me. I was the only retained player in 2011. And they kind of built the team around, he said. Kohli also spoke about the emotional attachment several legendary overseas players developed with the franchise, mentioning icons like AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle.Then the involvement of like AB, Chris Gayle, all the iconic players that have played for so many years, very naturally, they also started feeling all those pressures and all the expectations. And hence, the care comes from the fact that when you have kind of given so much of yourself, you know, to one team, because its demanding so much out of you, to be honest, like the expectations have been sky high always. So when people give so much of their own being to something, there is a very genuine and natural care and an emotional connection, Kohli stated. He further described how the franchise and its fanbase impacted players deeply over the years.I felt that impact probably more than anyone over the course of 18 years, till the last year we won the trophy. And I think all those emotions, all those feelings came out in a form of just being on my knees and just holding my hands and saying, thank you, that I could experience this before I stopped playing, he said. RCB, the defending IPL champions, are currently enjoying another strong campaign in the 2026 season. The Bengaluru side sits at the top of the points table with eight wins from 12 matches, while Kohli has once again led from the front with 484 runs at an average of 53.78 and a strike rate of 165. (ANI)
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IPL 2026: When And Where To Watch PBKS Vs RCB, Know All Details
Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium: Punjab Kings (PBKS) will clash with defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the 61st match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium on Sunday. Punjab began their campaign in dominant fashion, winning six of their opening seven matches and emerging as one of the strongest sides in the tournament. However, their momentum has faded in recent weeks, with Shreyas lyer's men suffering five consecutive defeats. As the playoff battle heats up, PBKS will be desperate to halt the slide and strengthen their chances of securing a top-four finish. PBKS are currently placed at fourth position in the points table with 13 points in 12 matches. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru have been one of the best teams in IPL 2026, winning eight of their 12 matches so far. They are almost through to the playoffs and will now look to secure a top-two finish with a win against the Kings. RCB are coming into this match with confidence after beating the Kolkata Knight Riders, thanks to a brilliant century from Virat Kohli. The finalists of IPL 2025 will face each other for the first time this season. Last time they met, RCB came out on top and later won the title. With both teams in very different situations this season, this match promises to be an exciting contest between two strong sides. PBKS and RCB have faced each other 37 times in the IPL so far. RCB holds a slight edge with 19 wins, while PBKS have won 18 matches. There have been no ties or no results between the two teams. Their first meeting came on May 5, 2008, when PBKS secured the victory. The most recent clash was on June 3, 2025, with RCB coming out on top. When: Sunday, May 17, 3:30 PM IST Where: Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala Where to watch: The PBKS vs RCB match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game. Squads: Where to watch: The PBKS vs RCB match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Rajat Patidar (captain), Virat Kohli, Tim David, Jacob Bethell, Romario Shepherd, Josh Hazlewood, Nuwan Thushara, Devdutt Padikkal, Jitesh Sharma (wicketkeeper), Krunal Pandya, Rasikh Dar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jordan Cox, Suyash Sharma, Venkatesh lyer, Swapnil Singh, Jacob Duffy, Kanishk Chouhan, Abhinandan Singh, Mangesh Yadav, Phil Salt, Satvik Deswal, Vicky Ostwal, Vihaan Malhotra. Article Source: IANS
Virat Kohli reveals why RCB winning IPL title earlier 'wouldn't have felt even 5% the same'
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Hyderabad Police alert fans over fake IPL ticket booking apps
Hyderabad: As excitement builds for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Hyderabads Uppal Stadium on May 22, Hyderabad Police have issued a public warning against fake ticket booking apps and websites targeting cricket fans. VC Sajjanar on Friday cautioned fans against cyber fraudsters who are allegedly Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Bangalore , Karnataka Weather Update: Karnataka is bracing for rainfall across coastal, south Interior, and North Interior regions starting May 16, with a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal persisting. Bengaluru may experience moderate to heavy showers, while several districts are under orange and yellow alerts for heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds.
Bengaluru couples 54,200 monthly expenses go viral, internet debates real cost of living
A Bengaluru-based couple has sparked a discussion online after sharing a detailed breakdown of their monthly expenses in the city.
Tax revamp cuts premium spirit prices by up to 23%
7 of family die as tipper rams tractor near TB Dam
Mapping no protection against SIR scrutiny: EC
They emerge champions as Bengaluru United finish second to secure promotion New Delhi: Delhi Football Club sealed the I-League 2 title and secured promotion to the Indian Football League after a hard-fought 1-1 draw against United SC at the Kalyani Stadium on Friday, while FC Bengaluru United also clinched promotion following a similar result against []
D.K. Shivakumar Critiques H.D. Kumaraswamys Political Stance
Bengaluru, May 16: Deputy Chief Minister and Karnataka Congress President D.K. Shivakumar stated on Friday that H.D. Kumaraswamy, the Union Minister of Heavy Industries and Steel, remains politically relevant by criticizing the Congress government. Shivakumar addressed reporters near his residence in Sadashivanagar, asserting that if Kumaraswamy stops criticizing them, he will struggle to maintain his ... Read more D.K. Shivakumar Critiques H.D. Kumaraswamys Political Stance
Reconnecting with a forgotten river: Citizen-led audit to assess SWDs feeding into Vrishabhavati
Society creates inequality through caste, class, patriarchy, and systems of exclusion: Ruth Manorama
Inside the U.S. Strategy to Lead the AI Economy
The United States new artificial intelligence framework outlines how policy, innovation, and partnerships are shaping the next phase of the AI economy CHARVI ARORA As governments around the world race to shape the future of artificial intelligence (AI), the United States is positioning itself as a major destination for AI investment, development, and commercialization. In March 2026, President Donald J. Trump announced aNational Policy Framework for AI, outlining U.S. priorities on innovation, regulation, and economic growth. According to theForeign Commercial Service (FCS), the trade promotion arm of the U.S. Department of Commerces International Trade Administration, the framework reinforces the United States leadership in AI, with a focus on innovation, competitiveness, and responsible deployment. An FCS official adds that it provides clear policy direction for industry and signals continuity in the U.S. approach to supporting AI development and commercialization. For global businesses and investors, the framework also signals how international partners can engage with the U.S. AI market as the United Statesseeksto expand its leadership in emerging technologies. In India, the FCSoperatesin New Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Chennai, working with partners to strengthen commercial engagement and deepen U.S.-India economic ties. Turning policy into action The framework builds on earlier efforts to gather industry input and shape implementation. In combination with the Request for Information (RFI) issued in October 2025 and the Call for Proposals (CFP) launched in April 2026 under the AI Exports Program, the framework reflects a phased effort to engage industry and translate policy goals into real-world actions, the FCS official explains. The official adds that the approach is also intended to create greater clarity for companies looking to engage with the U.S. market. A more streamlined U.S. approach to AI policy provides greater clarity and predictability for companies engaging with the U.S. market, helping create a stableenvironment for investment, entry, and expansion. It would also encourage deeper commercial engagement with U.S. industry, including participation in technology partnerships and collaboration. Competing for global AI capital The framework is also designed to encourage investment and expansion in the United States. Greater policy coherence across these initiatives provides clear signals on U.S. priorities in AI. This supports confident investment decisions, fast innovation cycles, and strong incentives for companies considering expansion or scaling in the United States as a global hub for AI development and commercialization, the official says. Broader U.S. government initiatives are also aimed at helping companiesidentifybusiness opportunities in the United States. Through the U.S. Department of Commerce and its investment promotion program SelectUSA, global firms can access market intelligence, connect with state and local investment agencies, and explore opportunities across federal, state, and local levels. Since itsinception, SelectUSA hasfacilitatedmore than $400 billion in investment and supported over 270,000 U.S. jobs. The U.S. AIadvantage The framework highlights two long-standing strengths of the U.S. technology sector: intellectual property protections and access to skilled talent. Strong intellectual property protections and a talent base remain foundational strengths of the U.S. innovation ecosystem. Together, they support investment in research and development, enable commercialisation of advanced technologies, and ensure companies have access to a highly skilled workforce needed to scale AI innovation, the official says. The broader policy conversation also includes emerging issues such as AI-generated content, copyright, and digital replicas, as governments and courts continue to grapple with how existing laws apply to rapidly evolving AI technologies. BuildingglobalAI partnerships Beyond investment and innovation, the framework also signals how the United States wants to deepen international AI collaboration. For global partners, including India, the AI Exports Program reflects what the FCSofficial describes as a structured approach to engaging industry in U.S.-led AI innovation. The progression from the RFI (Request for Information) to the CFP (Call for Proposals) under the AI Exports Program creates pathways for international companies to engage with U.S. industry through consortium-based models and contribute to the development and deployment of full-stack AI solutions with global applications, the official explains. Looking ahead, the official notes that as the framework moves toward implementation, stakeholders should follow legislative and regulatory outcomes and how the AI Exports Program evolves in practice. Key areas include consortium formation, export facilitation mechanisms, and the development of standards and compliance expectations that will shape participation in U.S.-led AI ecosystems. (The Author is Associate Editor (English) SPAN Magazine, U.S. Embassy New Delhi, Public Diplomacy Section)
JP Nagar to wake up to lively Sunday
Greater Bengaluru Authoritys notice on reporting risky trees draws flak
Karnataka high court halts move to resume Embassys Bengaluru land
Karnataka: Home is where blaze is
NCRB Data Shows Residential Fires Accounted For 1.9k Deaths in Karnataka In 5 years, Far Outstripping Fatalities In Commercial Buildings, Schools & Public Spaces
HC directs ministries to examine media coverage on Darshan case
B-khata to A-khata: Bengaluru camps to offer on-the-spot help to property owners from 16 May
Karnataka's Bhoo Guarantee 2026 scheme allows Bengaluru property owners to convert B-Khata to A-Khata with a 60% fee reduction. Full details here.
Under the plan, new footpaths will be constructed wherever necessary, while existing ones will be repaired and upgraded
Karnataka government signs MoU with British Council for undergrad programme
Fuel price hike triggers ripple effect in Bengaluru
SC Disposes Of Bail Plea By Actor Darshan
Darshan Thoogudeepa is lodged in Central Prison, Bengaluru on murder charge of Renukaswamy, a resident of Chitradurga, in June 2024: Reports
A Reddit post about an awkward airport reunion between a man and his former manager has gone viral online. The man, who left his first MNC job in 2010 after facing workplace issues, said his manager never issued his relieving letter despite repeated promises. Sixteen years later, when he casually reminded the former boss about it during an unexpected meeting at Bengaluru airport, the manager reportedly became uncomfortable and walked away without another word.
Report demands Azim Premji University to withdraw all charges against SPARK-APU and revoke the suspension of a student
Kannada actor gets targeted online, troller later comments, Im sorry
VHP opposes Karnataka move allowing hijab in educational institutions
Bengaluru: The VHP on Friday, May 15, objected to the Karnataka governments decision allowing hijab in educational institutions across the state and demanded the immediate withdrawal of the order lifting the restriction. The demand comes two days after the state government passed an order allowing students to wear hijab, sacred thread, Shivadhara, and Rudraksha in Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Nanna e-Khata, Nanna hakku campaign to begin today at 52 locations in Bengaluru city
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Parking facility under scrutiny as car showroom books entire floor at Bengalurus Gandhi Bazaar
Greater Bengaluru Authority recovers encroached land at Hebbal and Nagawara lakes
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Promises changes in detailed email to students
Freedom to Wear Hijab Should Be Allowed, No Relation to Education: Former Congress Minister
Bengaluru, May 15: Former Karnataka Minister P.G.R. Sindhya expressed support on Friday for allowing female students to wear hijabs in educational institutions. He stated that the hijab does not impact education and should be viewed as a matter of personal faith and freedom of expression. Sindhya, a close associate of former Prime Minister H.D. Deve ... Read more Freedom to Wear Hijab Should Be Allowed, No Relation to Education: Former Congress Minister
