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AI Crackdowns, Mega Mergers, and Security Chaos Define This Week in Tech

AI Crackdowns, Mega Mergers, and Security Chaos Define This Week in Tech

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AI kept its foot on the gas this week, and the rest of tech mostly tried not to get run over. From Microsoft leaning on AWS to keep GitHub afloat and OpenAI bulking up Codex to AI export controls, record AI-linked layoffs, mega M&A, and critical security threats, this week showed an industry racing to automate everything while still needing humans to patch the mess. Top news AI and cloud power shifts Microsoft has turned to Amazon Web Services to support GitHub as AI-driven coding demand overwhelms Azure’s capacity. The move follows repeated outages linked to rapid growth from tools like Copilot, and comes as Microsoft faces a shareholder lawsuit over Azure and Copilot adoption claims. Databricks launched Genie One, an AI “agentic coworker” platform that integrates with company data and apps like Slack and Teams to automate tasks and generate reports. The system’s real-time ontology layer provides context, signaling a shift from conversational chatbots to task-oriented enterprise AI. OpenAI announced plans to acquire German startup Ona, integrating its secure cloud sandbox technology into Codex. …

Ricky Kej at Expresso: ‘I’d rather be lesser known for songs that define me’ | Music News

Ricky Kej at Expresso: ‘I’d rather be lesser known for songs that define me’ | Music News

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After hosting some of the biggest names from the world of entertainment, The Indian Express series Expresso is back with its 14th edition. This time, the spotlight is on three-time Grammy winner and Padma Shri awardee Ricky Kej, who joined us for a candid conversation at the Taj West End in Bengaluru. During the session, Kej spoke about why he consciously stayed away from mainstream music, his belief that an artiste’s work should reflect their identity, and why he would rather be known for music that defines him than for songs created purely for popularity. He also shared his views on what he calls India’s “Ravi Shankar syndrome”, the country’s relationship with its classical music heritage, and how a conversation with PM Modi inspired one of the most significant projects of his career. Ricky Kej began by speaking about the choices he made early in his career. While many artistes are encouraged to pursue commercial success first and personal expression later, he chose a different route. “I had to make that strong decision early on …

AI Upgrades, Security Flaws, and SpaceX’s Record IPO Define the Week in Tech

AI Upgrades, Security Flaws, and SpaceX’s Record IPO Define the Week in Tech

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AI kept moving closer to the device, the workflow, and the boardroom this week, with OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, Anthropic, Nvidia, and Zoom pushing smarter assistants and on-device tools while security researchers kept finding new ways for those same systems to go sideways. Add in major Android and web server flaws, AI-enabled scams, and SpaceX’s record IPO plans, and the message was clear: tech’s next era is arriving fast, carrying both productivity gains and a suspiciously large number of blinking warning lights. Top news AI assistants and on-device intelligence take center stage OpenAI introduced Dreaming V3, a new memory system for ChatGPT that integrates past chat details into user profiles. The update doubles storage for Plus and Pro users and adds privacy-focused features like Temporary Chats. While the system enhances personalization, it also raises new privacy concerns as ChatGPT surpasses one billion monthly users. Google DeepMind launched Gemma 4 12B, a 12-billion-parameter multimodal AI model that runs entirely on devices with 16 GB of RAM. Capable of processing text, images, audio, and video offline, Gemma 4 …

Courts should not define sacred practices, Sant Samiti tells SC

Courts should not define sacred practices, Sant Samiti tells SC

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Courts should not determine essential religious practices as they are a matter of faith held to be sacred by the followers of a religion, the Akhil Bharatiya Sant Samiti has told the Supreme Court while seeking to intervene in the upcoming Sabarimala review proceedings. A nine-judge bench headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant is set to commence the final hearing on April 7 on petitions relating to discrimination against women at religious places, including the Sabarimala temple in Kerala, and on the ambit and scope of the religious freedom practised by multiple faiths.  This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view …

Environment Ministry endorses names of 10-member expert committee set up to define Aravalli hills

Environment Ministry endorses names of 10-member expert committee set up to define Aravalli hills

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Aravali hill mountain. File picture | Photo Credit: Getty Images The Union Environment Ministry has told the Supreme Court that it has no objection to the Central Empowered Committee’s proposed 10-member high-powered expert committee, which has been tasked to come up with a uniform definition for the Aravalli hills and ranges. In an affidavit filed before the top court, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has endorsed the names suggested for the high-powered expert committee comprising in-service and retired bureaucrats associated with the Forest Survey of India (FSI), Geological Survey of India (GSI) and Survey of India, along with academicians. “The MoEFCC respectfully submits that it has no objection if this court as the aforesaid suggested names for the constitution of the proposed High Powered Committee. It is further submitted that the Ministry does not have any additional names to propose at this stage for inclusion in the said committee,” the affidavit said. The MoEF, in its affidavit, said the aspects relating to the Aravalli Hills and Ranges require a comprehensive and analytical …

The Hidden Numbers That Define Your Water’s Safety

The Hidden Numbers That Define Your Water’s Safety

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3 min readNew DelhiMar 7, 2026 11:00 PM IST Sometimes, the sip you expect to feel clean and refreshing carries a faint metallic aftertaste instead. If you use a steel water bottle every day, you may have noticed this at least once and wondered whether it is normal or a sign of something unsafe. According to Dietitian Anushi Jain, Integrated Gut, Hormonal & Weight Loss Specialist, the metallic taste usually has more to do with the quality of the bottle than the water itself. Why does water taste metallic in steel bottles? “A metallic taste usually indicates low-quality stainless steel or poor inner finishing,” she explains. Not all stainless steel is created equal. High-grade stainless steel — specifically 304 or 316 grade — is generally considered safe for storing drinking water and does not alter its taste. These grades are more resistant to corrosion and chemical reactions, which means they are less likely to leach compounds that affect flavour. On the other hand, cheaper bottles may use lower-grade steel or have poorly polished interiors. Over …

Quote of the day by Michelle Obama: ‘If you don’t get out there and define…’

Quote of the day by Michelle Obama: ‘If you don’t get out there and define…’

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As the world marks International Women’s Day on March 8, a quote by former US first lady Michelle Obama continues to resonate: “If you don’t get out there and define yourself, you’ll be quickly and inaccurately defined by others.” Published in 2018, Michelle’s ‘Becoming’ became one of the most successful memoirs in recent years. (AP) The line comes from Obama’s bestselling 2018 memoir Becoming, where she reflects on the pressures of public life and the importance of owning one’s narrative. The book chronicles her journey from childhood in Chicago to becoming one of the most recognizable public figures in the world. The quote suggests that individuals, especially women navigating public and professional spaces, should express their values and ambitions clearly. By doing so, they take control of their own narrative rather than allowing stereotypes or outside perceptions to define them. Also Read: Barack Obama reveals why ‘Michelle would divorce’ him, netizens offer ‘one solution’ The memoir In Becoming, Obama discusses how public figures, especially women, often face assumptions and labels imposed by others. Published in …

10 Iconic Photos That Define Bollywood’s Legendary Holi Legacy

10 Iconic Photos That Define Bollywood’s Legendary Holi Legacy

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Holi and Bollywood share a long, colourful history. Over the decades, several unforgettable images have captured the industry’s biggest stars celebrating the festival with unmatched enthusiasm. Both on-screen and off-screen, Holi celebrations have always been a lively topic of discussion among Bollywood celebrities and fans alike. When it comes to iconic Holi parties, the industry’s gatherings are nothing short of legendary. From the grand celebrations hosted at RK Studio by the legendary Raj Kapoor, to the vibrant festivities at the Bachchan residence led by Amitabh Bachchan. In recent years, the tradition has been carried forward by celebrated duo Javed Akhtar and Shabana Azmi, whose Holi gatherings continue to draw the who’s who of the film fraternity. One of the most viral moments features Shah Rukh Khan playfully pushing Gauri Khan into a pool at a star-studded Holi bash. The candid frame, filled with laughter and splashes of colour, perfectly captures the fun side of the festival. At a time when Holi celebrations are often limited to curated events and exclusive social gatherings, some of Bollywood’s …

On Mother Language Day, Kolkatans say language, not religion, must define human identity

On Mother Language Day, Kolkatans say language, not religion, must define human identity

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Renowned Bengali writer Amar Mitra said that the language is the primary force of identity for any nation or community. File | Photo Credit: The Hindu On the occasion of International Mother Language Day, people in Kolkata associated with the written word said that language, and not religion, must define human identity, and that even Bangladesh, where this particular day originated, showed that recently by rejecting an Islamist party in the elections. “Language is the primary force of identity for any nation or community. People who lose their language lose their identity. They live under the identity of others, like dependants. When a people are deprived of their mother tongue, they lose their self-respect. So February 21 (the Mother Language Day) is a festival of language. It reminds humanity that the mother tongue is as sacred and life-giving as mother’s milk,” renowned Bengali writer Amar Mitra said. “My mother tongue is Bangla, and I speak on behalf of all mother tongues. Research suggests that nearly half of the world’s 6,000 languages are endangered, with one language …

Bold gamble behind Kohrra 2’s shocking ending: Sudip Sharma, writers on how migration, generational trauma define Punjab | Bollywood News

Bold gamble behind Kohrra 2’s shocking ending: Sudip Sharma, writers on how migration, generational trauma define Punjab | Bollywood News

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Long-form storytelling has, over the years, become a terrain that Sudip Sharma now inhabits with authority. Nearly a decade ago, he began by conceiving, writing, and eventually creating the first season of Paatal Lok, which erupted into public consciousness when it arrived in the uncertainty of the pandemic. He followed it with Kohrra for Netflix, a work as intimate as it was restrained, rooted in personal memory and emotional weather. Then, as if to deepen the imprint, came the second season of Paatal Lok last year, met with immense love. And now, with Kohrra 2, a work many are calling his finest yet, he seems to have reached an even sharper creative clarity. What remains remarkable is not simply his ability to craft such emotionally sensitive stories with consistent success, but the way he continues to unearth something vital, something urgent, within the well-worn corridors of the police procedural.  ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO The fatigue is real, for him as much as for the audience. And yet, he disarms it. He finds, within its familiar …