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Filmmaker Alex Gibney has revealed a striking assessment of Elon Musks private life, saying an insider who worked closely with the billionaire described him as the most miserable man Ive ever met. Gibney also said the source believed Musk may be inflicting his misery on those around him. The claim comes amid renewed attention on Musks dramatic political journey and his highly publicized fallout with Donald Trump after once becoming a prominent figure in the Trump administration. Gibneys forthcom
Microsoft dismissed two employees for orchestrating an unsanctioned protest at their campus. According to the National Labor Relations Board, the demonstration did not present a tangible workplace issue. The protest organizers were unable to establish a direct connection to employment conditions. Citing an old petition failed to establish relevance. Consequently, the board determined the protest's objectives did not align with activities protected for employees.
Yuzvendra Chahal dismissed Ben Stokes with a remarkable delivery in the County Championship. The Indian spinner's magic ball left the England all-rounder completely baffled. Chahal claimed four wickets for 36 runs in a superb spell. Stokes has faced difficulties against Indian spinners recently. This dismissal highlighted Chahal's impressive performance for Northamptonshire.
One of the biggest points of discussion and questioning is the revision to Q1 FY26 GDP at current prices, that is the figures for last year's same quarter numbers. Under the old 2011-12 series, GDP was estimated at Rs 86.05 lakh crore. However, under the new series, it has subsequently been revised to Rs 80 lakh crore.
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In her recent remarks, Mayawati emphasized that Akash Anand needs greater political maturity to assume significant roles within the party. She reaffirmed that the Bahujan Samaj Party intends to independently contest all upcoming elections nationwide. Additionally, she labeled the Congress party as distinctly anti-Dalit and anti-Ambedkar, and critiqued the RSS for inconsistencies between their rhetoric and actions.
West Bengal's Chief Minister warned schools about financial aid cuts for not singing Vande Mataram. He criticized past governments for allegedly destroying the education system and distorting curricula. The Chief Minister stated reforms are underway to restore Indian culture and nationalist values in schools. He also accused the previous government of banning the National Cadet Corps in educational institutions.
Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff have both responded to the notice issued by the Maharashtra FDA, while the wait continues for Shah Rukh Khan's reply. The notice raised concerns about the elaichi advertisement, suggesting it may be promoting Vimal Pan Masala, a product that is banned in Maharashtra. Further developments from the FDA are expected after Khan provides his response.
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman extended Janmashtami greetings to the Hindu community. He stated that the country belongs to all citizens, who enjoy equal rights. Rahman urged strengthening religious harmony, tolerance, and mutual respect among people. He warned against forces attempting to create divisions and communal tensions. The Prime Minister distributed honorariums to priests and sebaits.
Hundreds of textbooks spread out on the front yard to dry, with children picking them up and shuffling through the pages every now and then to check for dryness. These are the striking visuals purportedly from outside a govt primary school at Surajpura in Madhya Pradeshs Dhar district that has yet again put public education in the states interiors in an unflattering light.Rainwater trickled down the schools rusted and leaky tin roof, settling in the kitchen where the textbooks were stored.
A day after highlighting the plight of govt schools in Rajasthan, TOI reporters did a ground check in many other states. They found the story across India - leaking school buildings, absent teachers & lack of toilets. Keralam, though, is an exception.
Central and Delhi government offices will close on September eleventh. This closure is due to the upcoming 18th BRICS Leaders Summit in New Delhi. Extensive security and logistical arrangements are being made for the international event. Leaders from approximately thirty countries will attend the summit and business forum. India is hosting the summit under its 2026 BRICS chairship.
Tim Cook is stepping down as Apple CEO after fifteen years. He will transition to the role of executive chairman. Longtime insider John Ternus will assume leadership of the tech giant. Cook revealed his daily ritual of reading customer emails. This practice grounded him and connected him to Apple's users.
MapQuest's refusal to comply with a federal directive to rename Lake Ontario has landed the app at the peak of the US App Store charts. Unlike Google Maps and Apple Maps, which followed the presidential order, MapQuest experienced a remarkable boost, collecting over 1.5 million downloads in North America. The company is now shifting focus towards new features that users are eager for.
Food regulator FSSAI has ordered CG Foods India to stop producing Veg Bhujia Namkeen. Inspections revealed hygiene lapses and unlicensed manufacturing of bhujia products. The company was found re-processing floor-collected noodles without proper heat treatment. FSSAI seized over 32,000 kg of stock and detained expired finished goods. Legal proceedings have been initiated against CG Foods India for these violations.
Subhash Chandra was offering just 0.03% of the loans for which he was a personal guarantor. But there should be no surprise here. In the history of such settlements in India, guarantors have paid an average 1% of the amount they stood guarantee for
Legendary cricketer Wasim Akram urges fans to leave past conflicts behind when it comes to cricket. He emphasises that the India-Pakistan rivalry should be viewed simply as a sport. Reflecting on his mentorship of Irfan Pathan, who admired his bowling style, Akram noted Pathan's impressive hat-trick against Pakistan. Ultimately, he reminded everyone that victories and defeats are part of the game, encouraging fans to let go of grudges.
IIT Madras BS learner Shreyansh Gupta ranked 278th among 46,719 participants at the Google for Developers Hack2skill PromptWars 2026 hackathon, placing him in the top 0.6%. His solution for improving large-scale sporting event experiences scored 88.81/100 in AI evaluation, including 100/100 for efficiency. Beyond hackathons, Shreyansh is building experience across AI agents, full-stack development, augmented reality and student technology initiatives, reflecting his focus on turning technical s
The United States has successfully negotiated a deal to import Venezuelan oil, aiming to replenish its reserves with a consistent supply of affordable crude. While the long-term implications for American drivers remain ambiguous, the deal's effect may not be felt for several months. The arrangement involves significant untapped oil fields and a private company, but future political developments in both nations could pose risks to this energy collaboration.
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A Delhi court granted bail to former minister Satyendar Jain in a corruption case. Kejriwal criticized the Centre, stating Modi only arrests people. Bharadwaj also condemned the arrest, calling it unnecessary harassment. The case involves a tender awarded to Euroteck Environmental Private Limited. The Anti-Corruption Bureau alleged manipulation of tender conditions.
Greater Toronto Area home sales decreased in August for the first time in six months. Concerns over trade and potential borrowing cost increases deterred many buyers. Sales and prices also saw a year-on-year decline in the region. New property listings experienced a significant drop during the same period. This housing market slowdown reflects broader economic uncertainties.
A car dealer must pay a customer Rs 2.57 lakh for failing to transfer ownership. The dealer also kept the customer's second-hand car at its workshop for years. This happened after the vehicle met with an accident shortly after delivery. The commission found the dealer's arguments regarding RTO inspection illogical. The dealer's appeal was dismissed, upholding the original order for payment and compensation.
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VVS Laxman will coach the Indian men's cricket team at the 2026 Asian Games. Gautam Gambhir will remain with the senior team for the West Indies ODI series. The Indian men's team will defend its T20 title under Shreyas Iyer. Harmanpreet Kaur will lead the defending champion Indian women's team. Both teams are set to compete in the upcoming Asian Games.
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates says the AI industry is knowingly downplaying the risks of artificial intelligence because too much investment money is at stake. In a new interview and a nearly 6,000-word essay, Gates warns of mass AI job losses across law, medicine, software and customer service, calls for a token tax on AI use, and pushes for global rules on AI bioterrorism risks. He also wants caregiving jobs reserved for humans.
Defence minister Rajnath Singh unveiled India's ten-year defence diplomacy roadmap. The RAKSHA document outlines strategic partnerships and capacity building initiatives. It promotes indigenous defence exports and strengthens maritime security cooperation. This framework aligns national security with proactive international engagement. India aims to be a key defence manufacturing hub and regional stability anchor.

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