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US, Chinese start-ups dominate robotics funding, secure 75% of investments
According to a recent study by GlobalData, US and Chinese robotics start-ups have together drawn 75% of all venture capital investments in the field over the last six years.
US economy to enter recession this year, suggests survey
The United States economy is expected to enter a recession in the second half of 2025, a recent CNBC survey has revealed.
Google-owned Waymo is bringing driverless taxis to the US capital
Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet, is introducing its driverless ride-hailing service Waymo One in Washington DC by 2026.
Trump's $5M 'Gold card' a hit, 1,000 being sold daily
US President Donald Trump has certainly struck gold with his latest venture, the 'Gold Card' program.
Can messaging app Signal be trusted for secure communications?
The recent revelation that senior US officials used messaging app, Signal, to discuss military strategies has sparked a major controversy.
US proposes H-1B wage hike: How this will affect Indians
The US is considering a proposal to raise wages for H-1B visa holders, which may result in employers hiring more local workers.
Space pirates are now a reality. What are they?
As space becomes rapidly commercialized, the threat of piracy is also looming large.
World's safest, unsafest countries' list out; where does India rank
Traveling can pose safety challenges in today's world, as highlighted by recent surveys on crime rates.
Modi government mulling tariff cuts on US imports worth $23B
The Indian government is considering a major cut in tariffs on over half of its imports from the United States, worth $23 billion.
Mark Twain Prize night turns political as comedians roast Trump
Conan O'Brien was honored with the prestigious Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center.
'Nazis got better treatment': Judge on Trump's Venezuelan deportations
A United States judge has said that the treatment meted out to Nazi deportees during WWII was better than that of Venezuelan migrants under the Donald Trump administration.
Modi government wants to scrap 'Google Tax': What is it?
The Indian government has proposed the abolition of the 6% equalization levy (EL) on digital advertisements (also known as 'Google Tax'), as part of amendments to the Finance Bill, 2025.
How Trump's social media policy impacts Indian green card holders
US President Donald Trump has suggested a new policy that could affect Indian green card holders in the country.
2026 H-1B visa registration closes today; Here's how to apply
The first registration window for the FY 2026 H-1B visa cap, hosted by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), is scheduled to close on Monday at noon ET (9:30pm IST).
23andMe files for bankruptcy protection amid financial struggles, CEO exit
Leading DNA testing company 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy protection. The company's co-founder and CEO, Anne Wojcicki, has also resigned with immediate effect.
NeuralGarage becomes first Indian start-up to win at SXSW Pitch
NeuralGarage, a pioneering GenAI start-up, has scripted history by becoming the first Indian company to win at the South by Southwest (SXSW) Pitch competition.
US, Russia begin talks in Saudi; Black Sea on focus
Representatives from the US and Russia are in talks for a partial ceasefire in the Ukraine conflict.
Disney's 'Snow White' falls short despite topping American box office
Disney's live-action remake of Snow White has opened to disappointing box office figures, even as it topped in the US.
China prepared for economic shocks as Trump's tariff decision looms
Chinese Premier Li Qiang has said that China is prepared to absorb potential shocks to its economy, ahead of tariff announcements from the US.
US: Mergers for companies with DEI policies will be blocked
Brendan Carr, the Chaiperson of Federal Communications Commission (FCC), has suggested that it might block specific mergers and acquisitions if companies continue to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies.
What is 'Triple Witching' and how does it impact markets?
Wall Street, the nerve center of global finance, has witnessed a week of recovery after a difficult four-week period.
Want to intern at SpaceX? Here's how much they pay
Interns at Elon Musk's SpaceX are paid salaries that are close to the paychecks of an average American worker.
Tesla vandalism suspects could face 20 years in prison
Three people accused of vandalizing Tesla's cars, dealerships, and charging stations across the US could face serious legal consequences.
Ford recalls more than 60,000 cars over software glitch
Ford has announced a new set of recalls impacting more than 60,000 vehicles over unresolved software issues.
Ben & Jerry's claims Unilever removed CEO over political activism
Dave Stever, the CEO of Ben & Jerry's, has been ousted from his position by parent company Unilever.
Meet Divya Tyagi, Indian-origin student who solved century-old math problem
In a significant contribution to the field of mathematics, Divya Tyagi, an Indian-origin student recently solved a century-old math problem with significant implications for wind turbine design.
Environmental group Greenpeace to pay $660M for defaming oil firm
Global environmental organization Greenpeace has been ordered by a North Dakota jury to pay more than $660 million in damages to Texas-based Energy Transfer.
'We're watching': US to Bangladesh on attacks on minorities
The White House has said that the United States appreciates the actions taken by Bangladesh's interim administration to "ensure safety and security for all" after remarks by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard stirred a storm.
Prince Harry's US visa application documents released—will he get deported?
Documents pertaining to Prince Harry's US visa application have been released, though heavily redacted.
Why Pentagon wants to lay off 60,000 civilian employees
The US Department of Defense (DoD) is set to make deep job cuts, with plans to reduce its workforce by 50,000-60,000 civilian positions.
Gold at ₹90,000—Should you sell old jewelry to book profit?
Gold and silver prices hit new record highs in India recently, following strong trends in the global markets.
Oscar-nominee says she has 'debt to pay' over Jewish upbringing
Oscar-nominated actor Debra Winger recently spoke about the falsehoods of her Jewish upbringing while protesting at Trump Tower.
Fast-fashion retailer Forever 21 files for bankruptcy for 2nd time
Forever 21, a major player in the fast-fashion industry, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy again. This is its second such filing in six years.
DOGE staffer breached US Treasury rules by sharing personal data
A Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) employee in the US, has been accused of breaching Treasury Department policies by distributing a spreadsheet with sensitive personal information, according to Bloomberg.
TikTok's US future may be decided by April 5: Vance
US Vice President JD Vance has expressed optimism over a possible deal for TikTok's future in the country.
US-led airstrike eliminates ISIS's global operations chief
A coordinated airstrike on March 13 in Iraq's Al Anbar Province has killed Abdallah Makki Muslih al-Rifai, aka "Abu Khadijah."
Who is Ranjani Srinivasan, Indian student whose visa was revoked
Ranjani Srinivasan, an Indian doctoral student at Columbia University, has voluntarily departed from the US after her visa was revoked.
China prepares for Mars mission as NASA faces budget cuts
China has officially invited international scientists to join its upcoming Tianwen-3 mission to Mars, scheduled for launch in 2028.
Gold prices touch record high of ₹86,875/10g in India
Gold prices have hit a new all-time high of ₹86,875 per 10gm in India as April futures contracts at MCX rose by 0.21% today.
Canada to impose retaliatory tariffs worth $22B on US
In a major development in the US-Canada trade war, Canada will impose retaliatory tariffs worth C$29.8 billion (about $22 billion) on the United States.