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Nasa’s X-59 jet breaks the sound barrier without the boom, the future of flight just got real
NASA test pilot Nils Larson flew the X-59 supersonic jet on its inaugural flight over California's Mojave Desert, validating a revolutionary aircraft designed to reduce sonic boom noise. The experimental plane could enable future commercial supersonic flights over land, cutting travel times in half with quieter technology
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Nintendo Switch 2 Edition: What’s new in the free January 15 release — Complete feature list
Animal Crossing: New Horizons is returning in a refreshed avatar with the launch of Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition and a free content update.
Job bloodbath! Mass layoffs hit America as 172,000 jobs vanish — is this shocking wave of Amazon and Meta cuts the first sign of a U.S. recession?
Job bloodbath hits America. Over 172,000 layoffs in October 2025. Biggest cut since the pandemic. Amazon slashed 14,000 jobs. Meta dropped 8,000 workers. Tech and finance lead the fall. Unemployment rose to 4.2%. Private hiring slowed to 151,000 jobs. Experts call it a warning sign. The U.S. economy may be cooling fast. Some fear this could spark a U.S. recession. Companies are cutting costs. Automation is replacing roles. Consumer spending is slipping. The American job market is showing cracks.
NavPrakriti starts operation of Lithium-ion battery recycling plant in Eastern India
India anticipates a surge in EV battery waste, needing to recycle over 1.2 million batteries annually by 2030. Kolkata-based NavPrakriti has launched a lithium-ion battery recycling facility in Eastern India, utilising indigenous technology to recover critical minerals and support the circular economy.
India’s IT workforce: A strategic asset in a fragmented world
India can strengthen its global relevance by positioning its IT talent pool as a strategic asset through effective reskilling and redeployment.
After the Burevestnik missile, Russia now tests the Poseidon 2M39 torpedo — what are its features and how deadly is it?
Putin just confirmed Russia tested the terrifying Poseidon 2M39 — a nuclear torpedo built to create radioactive tsunamis. The test, held Tuesday, proves Russia’s “doomsday” underwater drone is real. Putin said the Poseidon can dive deep, move fast, and can’t be intercepted. He claimed “nothing like this exists in the world.” The Poseidon, capable of traveling 100 knots — about 115 mph — could unleash waves strong enough to flatten coastal cities. It’s one of six Russian “superweapons” revealed in 2018, joining the Burevestnik missile, which Putin also said passed testing days ago.
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Adani Group stocks explode, adding Rs 40,000 crore in a single day. What’s powering the rally?
Adani Group stocks surged on Wednesday, adding ₹40,000 crore in market value as strong Q2 earnings from Adani Green Energy and Adani Total Gas fueled broad gains across the conglomerate. Adani Green’s shares jumped 14%, boosting its market cap by ₹14,464 crore after posting a 111% YoY profit surge to ₹583 crore, driven by new capacity additions in Gujarat and Rajasthan.
10 best horror games to play this Halloween from Alan Wake 2 to Resident Evil Village
Horror game enthusiasts have a wide selection of frightening titles to choose from this Halloween season. From modern masterpieces like Alan Wake 2 and Silent Hill 2 Remake to classic favorites like Resident Evil Village and Alien: Isolation, these games offer scares across multiple platforms
Pakistan, Afghanistan to hold second round of talks in Turkey to ease border tensions
Pakistan and Afghan officials are set to hold crucial talks in Turkey to address border tensions and curb terrorist activities. Following initial discussions in Doha, the Istanbul meeting aims to establish a verifiable monitoring mechanism to prevent attacks from Afghan soil. Pakistan seeks concrete action against groups like the TTP and BLA.
Quantum computing firms' shares jump up to 16% on report of US govt stake talks
Shares of US quantum computing firms, including IONQ, Rigetti and D-Wave, rose up to 14% after reports that Donald Trump’s administration may take equity stakes in exchange for federal funding. The move aligns with US efforts to strengthen tech supply chains and reduce dependence on China.
Quantum computing firms jump after report of US government stake talks
Shares of US quantum computing firms, including IONQ, Rigetti and D-Wave, rose up to 14% after reports that Donald Trump’s administration may take equity stakes in exchange for federal funding. The move aligns with US efforts to strengthen tech supply chains and reduce dependence on China.
Tibet hit by 3.6 magnitude earthquake, NCS reports
An earthquake of magnitude 3.6 shook Tibet on Wednesday. This follows a magnitude 4.0 earthquake in the region on Tuesday. The Tibetan Plateau experiences frequent seismic activity due to its location on a major geological fault line. The Indian tectonic plate's collision with the Eurasian plate causes these tremors. Shallow earthquakes can be more dangerous due to stronger ground shaking.
Crypto Crash: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP price drop explained. Here's analysts deep insights, investor sentiment shift, ETF outflows, policy developments, trader liquidations, market panic
Crypto crash deepens as Bitcoin and Ethereum prices fall sharply amid global market concerns. Bitcoin drops to $105,700 and Ethereum to $3,764. XRP risks sliding below $2. Analysts cite credit fears, ETF outflows, and leveraged trader liquidations as main drivers behind the latest downturn in cryptocurrency prices.
Palestinians return to ruins and US expects hostages freed on Monday as Gaza ceasefire holds
A Gaza ceasefire is holding as Palestinians survey destroyed homes. Israelis await the release of remaining hostages. International envoys are in Tel Aviv and Gaza discussing aid and future governance. A peace summit is planned for Monday. New details emerge on the signed deal regarding information sharing and prisoner exchanges. Aid groups urge Israel to allow more food into Gaza.
Nearly $1 trillion vanishes from crypto markets in just 24 hours, here’s how Trump’s China tariff shook the market
President Donald J. Trump announced a 100 percent tariff on Chinese exports. This move caused a massive sell-off in the crypto market. Nearly one trillion dollars was wiped out in less than 24 hours. Bitcoin and Ethereum saw significant drops. Leveraged positions worth over 20 billion dollars were liquidated. Analysts call it a liquidity-driven reset.
AI meets art: Can algorithms rival Picassos and Husains in value and vision?
AI art is making waves in the global art market, with significant sales and growing interest from collectors. While some see it as a new creative frontier, others question its authenticity and value compared to human-made art. The debate centers on authorship and whether machines can replicate the human experience that defines art. India remains cautious, prioritizing provenance and originality.
Meet Clarke, Devoret and Martinis — the 2025 Nobel laureates who brought quantum tunnelling to life
Three physicists at UC Berkeley have been awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics. They discovered quantum mechanical tunnelling and energy quantisation in an electric circuit. This groundbreaking work proved quantum rules exist in visible, tangible systems. Their collaboration combined curiosity and persistence. This discovery paved the way for quantum computing.
Only 36% investors have adequate stock market knowledge, says Sebi Chairman, shares 4 tips to avoid scams
SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey warns that only 36% of investors have adequate market knowledge, leaving many vulnerable to scams. He shares four tips to protect against fraud amid growing retail participation.
5 credit cards for best cashback, rewards and discounts in festive season
Diwali shopping continues with new discounts expected. Credit cards offer significant savings during festive sales. Different cards cater to various spending habits. SimplyCLICK SBI suits sale shoppers. CASHBACK SBI provides broad online savings. Co-branded cards benefit loyal customers. HDFC Millennia is ideal for young professionals. High spenders prefer HDFC INFINIA. Choosing the right card maximises benefits.
Covid-19 rebound on cards? Chinese authorities issue big warning amid national holiday season as China expects rise in cases of respiratory diseases
China issues a health warning for its upcoming eight-day holiday. Authorities anticipate increased COVID-19 and respiratory illness transmission. Norovirus and hand, foot, mouth disease outbreaks are also expected. Officials urge strengthened monitoring and quarantine measures. They also call for emergency drills and public health education. This aims to curb disease spread.
UN imposes 'snapback' sanctions on Iran over its nuclear program
The UN reimposed sanctions on Iran, further crippling its economy as food prices soar and its currency hits a record low. This "snapback" mechanism was triggered due to Iran's nuclear program and restricted IAEA monitoring, leading to widespread anxiety, repression, and fears of renewed conflict.
A hungrier, poorer and more anxious Iran awaits 'snapback' of UN sanctions over its nuclear program
Iran's rial currency already sits at a record low, increasing pressure on food prices and making daily life that much more challenging. That includes meat, rice and other staples of the Iranian dinner table.
Auto ancillary sector: Re-rating on the cards? Some transformed better than others; 25 auto ancillary stocks, 8 probably better placed
Close to four years back, every investor was looking for stocks that had anything to do with EVs. The reason: EV was supposed to be the next big transformation and wealth creators tend to emerge out of transformation. Today, the number of EVs in absolute terms has gone up, and every auto maker has a presence in the sector with one or the other product. But the hype around EVs has settled somewhat. Now, in this four-year period, some auto ancillaries have been able to enter the EV ecosystem. Some less, some more. But as transformation gains ground, there are companies which might get their shine back.
Donald Trump-Melana tiff caught on camera! US President points finger at First Lady inside Marine One after she appears to forget to applaud his UN speech
Donald Trump and Melania Trump had a serious discussion. This happened after Marine One landed in Washington, D.C. The couple returned from the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Footage shows Trump gesturing while Melania shakes her head. They later walked hand-in-hand across the South Lawn. Trump waved to reporters present at the scene.
Dividend yield: Both investors & traders can use it in volatile times: 5 stocks with the right mix of dividend yield & upside potential
In stock trading and investing, dividend yield is a somewhat overlooked metric. Most traders focus purely on price charts, momentum, and news flow. But it is useful even to traders. How? Let's take an example: Hindustan Unilever (the stock is not in our list) rarely yields above 1%. If it did approach, say, 2% due to a sharp stock correction, it would likely be a strong value signal, indicating that, for the first time in years, it’s cheap relative to its dividend payouts. There are some steps to be followed which will probably help people use this matrix both while investing and trading. By following these steps, you will be using dividend yield as a contrarian indicator. It’s almost like having an insider’s gauge on valuation.
Trump designates Antifa movement as a terrorist organization
Donald Trump, the President of the United States, officially designated Antifa, a leftist anti-fascist movement, as a major terrorist organization. Trump announced this decision on Truth Social, describing Antifa as a "sick, dangerous, radical left disaster." He also stated that he would recommend a thorough investigation into those funding Antifa.
A black hole event has revealed a truth physicists long suspected: Einstein and Hawking were right
Scientists have confirmed century-old predictions by Albert Einstein and Stephen Hawking after observing two black holes colliding about a billion light-years away. Using the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO), researchers detected gravitational waves in unprecedented detail, showing that the resulting black hole was larger than the two originals combined. This validates Einstein’s theory of relativity, first proposed in 1915, and Hawking’s 1971 prediction that a black hole’s event horizon can never shrink.
Anti-profiteering cloud returns as companies weigh price cuts, extra grams and festival discounts
Following GST rate cuts aimed at boosting demand, Indian companies are navigating the complexities of passing on benefits to consumers while adhering to anti-profiteering rules. The challenge lies in ensuring compliance at the SKU level, documenting every move, and avoiding bundling discounts with GST benefits.
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