OpenAI Puts GPT-6.1 Astra on Hold Over AI Safety and Alignment Concerns
The OpenAI has reportedly put its upcoming artificial intelligence model, the GPT-6.1 Astra, on hold after the internal testing raised concerns about the safety, alignment and the ability of the…
India’s Industrial Growth Rises to 8% in August 2026 Driven by Manufacturing and Electricity
The industrial sector of India has recorded a strong recovery in the August 2026, with the industrial growth accelerating to 8%, according to the latest data on the Index of…
India-Canada Relations Set for a New Phase of Diplomatic Engagement
India and Canada are preparing to take their bilateral relationship to a higher level, the External Affairs Minister Mr. S. Jaishankar said after holding a “productive discussion” with his Canadian…
China US Agree to 30 Billion Dollar Tariff Cut and Launch AI Dialogue
The China and the United States have agreed on a significant reduction in tariffs and decided to establish a new dialogue on the artificial intelligence (AI), according to a report…
UPI MDR Charges Government and Banks to Decide on Subsidy
The introduction of the Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI transactions is expected to bring the government, the banks, the merchants and the payment industry stakeholders into discussions over how…
Government Cuts Import Duty on Edible Oils to Ease Prices Ahead of Festival Season
Ahead of the beginning of the festive season, the Union government has reduced the Basic Customs Duty (BCD) on the major imported crude edible oils, including the crude palm oil,…
Super El Niño Raises Heat-Related Death Risk in India, Climate Report Finds
India could face a significant rise in the heat-related deaths during the coming months as a potentially strong El Niño event is about to develop, according to a recent report.…
India’s Mining Sector Faces ‘Squatting’ Challenge as Government Pushes Faster Mineral Production11:11 PM
The mining sector of India needs to move faster from the mineral exploration and allocation to the actual production, Union Mines Secretary Keshav Chandra said while he addressed the 60th…
Assam Launches 3,200 MW Thermal Power Project with ₹48,000 Crore Investment
The Assam government has taken a major step towards strengthening the power infrastructure in the state with the foundation stone being laid for the 3,200 MW Thermal Power Plant at…
India China Trade Imbalance Deepens as Manufacturing Dependence Grows
The efforts of India to strengthen the domestic manufacturing and to reduce its dependence on the foreign supply chains face a significant structural challenge, that is, its growing reliance on…