The arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov by French police on August 24, as he arrived in Paris, could challenge the longstanding ‘safe harbour’ protections that shield tech platforms from liability for user-generated content. This arrest has sparked a diplomatic row with Russia and raises questions about the future of legal protections for technology company…
Amidst a disturbing rise in deepfake pornography involving K-Pop idols, four major agencies, including JYP Entertainment and MODHAUS, have vowed to take robust legal action. These deepfake videos, which manipulate AI technology to insert idols’ faces into explicit content, have raised serious concerns. JYP Entertainment and MODHAUS are actively collecting evidence and pledging to pursue…
A Russian missile attack on Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, injured at least 47 people, including seven children, on Sunday. The strike hit a shopping mall and a sports center in the Saltivskyi and Nemyshlianskyi districts. Rescue teams were also targeted in a cynical repeat attack. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for more support from Western…
On Sunday, Israeli families buried the bodies of hostages recovered from Gaza, identified after being shot at close range. The funerals were marked by deep sorrow and frustration with the government. Almog Sarusi, one of the hostages, was mourned by his mother, who criticized the authorities for neglect. The tragic events have sparked widespread protests…
Bajaj Housing Finance Limited’s IPO, set to open on September 9, 2024, aims to raise ₹6,560 crore. The offer includes a fresh issue of ₹3,560 crore and an Offer for Sale (OFS) of ₹3,000 crore. The IPO will be available for subscription until September 11, with a price band announcement on September 3. Qualified Institutional…
In August, domestic car sales in India fell by 2-3% year-on-year, with about 355,000 units sold. The decline is attributed to low demand and high unsold inventories at dealerships, prompting manufacturers to reduce production. Maruti Suzuki, India’s largest carmaker, saw an 8.4% drop in sales, while Hyundai recorded an 8% decline. With dealers holding stock…
Indian stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are expected to open on a flat note today, reflecting mixed global market cues. On Friday, Nifty 50 hit a fresh record high, closing at 25,235.90, while Sensex rose 231.16 points to settle at 82,365.77. Technical indicators suggest a possible trend reversal, but market strength remains as…
Heavy rainfall and flooding have wreaked havoc in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, claiming at least nine lives in Telangana. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu took to the field past midnight, visiting flood-affected areas in Vijayawada, despite security concerns. His inspection continued till 3 a.m., as the Krishna River’s flood fury raged on for…
In a tense morning development, officials from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrived at AAP MLA Amanatullah Khan’s residence in connection with a money laundering investigation. The probe is linked to alleged irregularities in appointments and property leasing within the Delhi Waqf Board. Khan, anticipating his arrest, shared a video on X (formerly Twitter), highlighting his…
Beluga Whale Known for Mysterious Origins Passes Away Hvaldimir, the beluga whale famously dubbed the “Russian spy whale,” has been found dead in Norway. First spotted in 2019 wearing a suspected camera harness, Hvaldimir intrigued the world with his mysterious origins. Despite showing signs of domestication and being comfortable around people, Russia never claimed ownership….
