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Georgia island hogs descended from Spanish pigs now help scientists study obesity

Manjrekar criticises Sri Lanka's conduct over fading light during Colombo Test

Former Indian cricketer and commentator Sanjay Manjrekar publicly criticised Sri Lanka's behaviour as the Colombo Test match approached a critical stage. He described the hosts' reaction to deteriorating light conditions as unprofessional and a distraction from the game. Sri Lanka were struggling at 8/2 after India had declared their first innings. Manjrekar contrasted Sri Lanka's conduct with India's willingness to continue playing through rain, praising the visitors' competitive attitude. He noted that India's strong position gave them a clear advantage heading into the next phase of the match.

'Dog-barking' remark on students: Tejashwi says BPSC official 'mirrors CM's language'

Fadnavis: Cab Drivers Need Basic Marathi, Not Fluency, Amid Language Row

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has clarified the state government's stance on its Marathi language mandate for drivers. He stated that the policy requires only a working knowledge of Marathi, not expert-level proficiency. The objective, according to Fadnavis, is to ensure drivers can communicate effectively with local passengers in the regional language. The clarification comes amid an ongoing debate over the government's language requirement drive targeting cab and auto drivers.

Chinese State Hackers Double Cyberattacks Using DeepSeek AI, Researchers Find

Chinese state-affiliated hacking groups have more than doubled their cyberattack volume after incorporating AI tools into their operations, according to Taiwanese cybersecurity firm TeamT5. The groups have been using DeepSeek, a Chinese AI model, to automate routine tasks and develop sophisticated malicious software. By delegating lower-level work to AI, the hackers have been able to scale up their activities significantly. TeamT5 researchers identified this surge as a direct consequence of AI-assisted workflows within these state-linked cyber groups.

French Tourist Dies After Car Gets Stuck in Death Valley's Extreme Heat

A 68-year-old French tourist, Pierre Michel Formosa, died after becoming stranded in Death Valley on August 17. He and a fellow French traveler were trapped when their vehicle got stuck in mud. The area was experiencing extreme temperatures reaching 47 degrees Celsius at the time. Death Valley is known as one of the hottest places on Earth, making such conditions potentially fatal for stranded visitors.

TCS to Buy Porsche's IT Consulting Unit MHP for 320 Million Euros

Indian IT giant Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has announced plans to acquire MHP, the IT consulting arm of German automaker Porsche. The deal is valued at 320 million euros and marks a significant cross-border technology acquisition. The acquisition is part of a broader strategic partnership between TCS and Porsche, spanning five years and worth 1.25 billion euros in total. The move is expected to strengthen TCS's foothold in the European automotive technology consulting space.

Putin Expects to Meet PM Modi at SCO Summit in Bishkek Next Week

Russian President Vladimir Putin has said he anticipates meeting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit. The SCO meeting is scheduled to take place in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, on August 31 and September 1. The summit brings together leaders of member nations for diplomatic discussions. A potential Putin-Modi meeting would be a significant bilateral engagement on the sidelines of the multilateral event.

Manipur Hunter Fatally Shoots Companion After Mistaking Him for Wild Animal

A man was killed by a fellow hunter in Manipur's Churachandpur district after being mistaken for a wild animal. The shooter, also a hunter, fired at the victim believing him to be wildlife. The tragic incident highlights the dangers of hunting in forested areas where visibility may be limited. Authorities in Churachandpur are investigating the circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting.

MK Stalin Challenges TVK Candidate's Election Win in Madras High Court

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has filed a petition in the Madras High Court challenging the election victory of a TVK candidate. The contest took place in what is considered a DMK stronghold constituency. Stalin has sought a court declaration to void the election result of VS Babu. Additionally, he has requested that he himself be declared the rightful winner of the seat. The legal challenge signals a significant political dispute over the outcome of the election in that constituency.

Rupee edges lower to 85.74 against dollar amid crude oil pressure, importer demand

The Indian Rupee weakened slightly against the US dollar on Tuesday, weighed down by rising crude oil prices and heightened demand from importers. The Reserve Bank of India intervened in the currency market to limit excessive volatility and keep fluctuations in check. On the equities front, domestic stock markets opened on a subdued note during the same session. However, foreign institutional investors continued to buy into Indian equities, providing some support to overall market sentiment.

‘US not in economic position to further restrict, no one buys their bombast’: Iran

Antarctic subglacial lake lost 2 cubic km of water in three years, NASA data shows

Scientists have discovered a network of active lakes hidden beneath Antarctica's ice sheet that rapidly fill and drain over short periods. NASA satellite imagery detected subtle changes in the ice surface, revealing significant water movement below. One such lake was found to have lost approximately 2 cubic kilometres of water in just three years. These subglacial water systems directly affect the speed of ice streams and the overall mass balance of the Antarctic ice sheet. The findings highlight a surprisingly dynamic and previously unknown hydrological world beneath the frozen continent.

Mumbai ranks in global Work From Anywhere Index, beats London and Miami

Mumbai has become the only Indian city to feature in the global Work From Anywhere Index, outranking major cities like London and Miami. The city's appeal to remote professionals is driven by its competitive transport costs and a wide availability of flexible workspaces. Mumbai also leads across Asia as India's flexible workspace market continues to expand at a rapid pace. The growing adoption of Work From Anywhere policies has encouraged professionals to blend travel with work, leading to longer trips that accommodate remote tasks.

Jharkhand MLA Jairam Mahto booked after video shows alleged abuse of cop

A video purportedly showing Dumri MLA Jairam Mahto using abusive language against a police officer has gone viral on social media. The incident reportedly stemmed from a dispute that escalated at a police station. According to police sources, the conversation was recorded by the station officer during the altercation. An FIR has since been registered against the MLA along with nine other individuals. Police have not yet officially confirmed the authenticity of the circulating video.

Xi Jinping Expected to Attend India BRICS Summit With 400-Strong Delegation

Chinese President Xi Jinping is reportedly planning to visit India for the upcoming BRICS Summit, according to two sources familiar with the matter. He is expected to be accompanied by a delegation of approximately 400 officials. This would be a significant increase compared to his last visit in 2019, when his entourage comprised fewer than 200 officials. The reported visit would mark Xi's return to India for the first time in several years, coinciding with the high-profile multilateral gathering.

Hyderabad Student Dies by Suicide at US University Amid Job Search Stress

Pradeep, a student from Dammaiguda in Hyderabad, died by suicide in the United States. He had travelled to the US in 2024 to pursue a master's degree at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA). Reports indicate he was under significant stress over his inability to secure employment. The incident has drawn attention to the mental health pressures faced by Indian students studying abroad.

SIP Assets Triple to Rs 14.83 Lakh Crore in Five Years, B30 Cities Surge

Assets under management through Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) have more than tripled over the past five years in India. SIP assets grew from Rs 4.25 lakh crore in March 2021 to Rs 14.83 lakh crore by March 2026. The growth reflects a significant shift in the mutual fund investor base across the country. Notably, participation from smaller cities beyond the top 30, known as B30 cities, has also seen a notable rise during this period.

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Anthropic bars salary negotiation and tests candidates on safety-over-profit values

Anthropic, the AI company behind the Claude model, follows a fixed compensation policy under which candidates receive a non-negotiable salary offer. In addition to standard hiring rounds, every applicant must go through a culture interview designed to assess their commitment to the company's safety mission. A key question in that interview asks whether the candidate would accept their stock becoming worthless if it were necessary for safety reasons. CEO Dario Amodei introduced this screening because he is concerned that some new hires may be motivated primarily by financial gain rather than the company's core mission.