CRPF DIG suspended over anti-government posts reinstated after Centre’s nod

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China Closes AI Gap With US Despite Tech Restrictions, Xi Bets on Self-Sufficiency

China has been steadily narrowing its artificial intelligence gap with the United States, even as Washington maintains strict technology export restrictions. President Xi Jinping has directed significant investment toward making China self-reliant across the entire technology stack. This push for technological independence has weakened the effectiveness of US-led curbs on Chinese AI development. The Trump administration now faces limited viable options to meaningfully slow China's emergence as a leading AI superpower.

Gold Prices Drop 20% From Record High, Prompting Investor Caution

Gold prices in India have fallen approximately 20% from their recent record highs, marking a significant correction in the precious metal's value. The sharp decline follows a period of sustained price increases that had attracted strong investor interest across the country. Analysts note that during prolonged rallies, investors tend to chase gold as a momentum-driven trade rather than holding it as a balanced portfolio asset. This shift in behavior can amplify volatility when prices eventually reverse course. The correction serves as a reminder of the risks of over-concentrating investments in a single asset class.

Assam Man Gets Death Sentence for Rape and Murder of 4-Year-Old Girl

A court in Assam has sentenced a man to death for the rape and murder of a four-year-old girl. The crime took place at Krishnakali Tea Estate in 2023. The young victim was sexually assaulted before being killed at the location. The verdict delivers capital punishment to the convicted individual for the heinous act against the child.