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Semicon boom expected to power up 100k jobs in three years
India's semiconductor ecosystem is anticipated to generate significant employment opportunities, enhancing the existing workforce substantially. Experts estimate that the workforce will grow from 25,000 to over 100,000 jobs in three years. Companies aim to recruit for high-value roles in engineering and design, reflecting a shift in hiring focus. The current demand for specialized skills is creating a talent shortage within the industry.
Who is Ramola Bachchan? Meet Amitabh Bachchan's sister-in-law, a fashion designer and entrepreneur who claims Juhu bungalow Jalsa belongs to her
Ramola Bachchan has challenged a 1993 gift deed that transferred ownership of Jalsa bungalow. She claims the property was originally registered in her name without her consent. Ramola married Ajitabh Bachchan, Amitabh Bachchan's younger brother, and has four children. Born in Calcutta, she has pursued various professions including fashion and television. This controversy has brought renewed attention to her life and professional journey.
New Toyota Fortuner Launch: Global debut on December 1, India launch in 2027; check expected design, features and price
Toyota will launch the updated Fortuner SUV globally on December 1, 2026, starting in South Africa. It is expected that the new model will feature a bolder design and enhanced technology. The Indian launch is anticipated in 2027, although the exact date is yet to be confirmed. Key improvements include a larger infotainment system and advanced safety features for drivers.
Delhi traffic police Chhath Puja advisory: Check restrictions, routes to avoid, diversions
Delhi traffic news: Delhi Traffic Police is implementing traffic restrictions and diversions for the upcoming Chhath Puja celebrations. Commuters are advised to avoid certain routes and use alternative paths for smoother travel. Designated parking locations have been set for visitors attending the festival across different districts. The festival will include rituals over four days, beginning with Nahay Khay on November 13.
Who is Harvey C. Jones? Nvidia's first-ever board chair has been with the company since its inception in 1993
In a significant shift, Nvidia has welcomed Harvey C. Jones as its inaugural chairman of the board following the abrupt resignation of CEO Jensen Huang. A seasoned expert in the chip-design sector, Jones has been with Nvidia since its inception in 1993. During this period of transition, Colette Kress, the Chief Financial Officer, will act as interim CEO while a permanent replacement is sought amid ongoing scrutiny.
A fake Greek coin may have been made from real ancient metal. Here is how scientists spotted it
A coin brought to the British Museum for comparison led researchers to investigate suspected forgeries of ancient Greek bronze coins from Ithaca. By studying their design, measurements and metal composition, researchers found evidence that some examples were not genuine Hellenistic coins. They proposed that a counterfeiter may have melted down older coins to give the fakes convincingly ancient metal.
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In 2012, Rotterdam transformed 9 discarded wind turbine blades into public seating; 8 years later, the installation gained a new life as an LGBTQI+ landmark
Nine wind turbine blades destined for disposal have been repurposed as public seating at Willemsplein in Rotterdam. This initiative, known as Blade Made, was designed by Superuse and installed in 2012. The seating structure became an LGBTQI+ landmark after it was designated as such in 2020. The blades are held in place by concrete blocks made from recycled rubble from the city.
In 2014, Oslo began turning household food waste into biogas; the plant was designed to process 50,000 tonnes a year and fuel 135 city buses
The plant near the Norwegian capital was designed to treat 50,000 tons of food waste per year to produce around 14,000 cubic meters per day of biomethane. The liquefied biogas was then efficiently transported for use as fuel. The original announcement stated that it will convert household food waste into liquid biogas in volumes great enough to fuel 135 buses.
Who is Michèle Lamy? 82-year-old fashion icon linked to Jaden Smith in reported viral romance claims: everything you need to know
Celebrity rumors have surfaced online, claiming a romantic relationship between Jaden Smith and Michèle Lamy. These allegations suggest they may even be engaged, although there is no credible evidence. Michèle Lamy is a prominent fashion figure known for her partnership with designer Rick Owens. Both Jaden Smith and Michèle Lamy have not confirmed the rumors circulating on social media.
In the early 1850s, Philadelphia-born beekeeper Lorenzo Langstroth developed a hive with removable frames, making honey harvesting easier; his design remains widely used today
In 1851, Lorenzo Lorraine Langstroth introduced the movable frame hive, a groundbreaking innovation that transformed beekeeping. This advancement facilitated honey extraction and improved colony management. However, alarming reports reveal that American beekeepers are suffering immense colony losses due to the Varroa mite. This ongoing crisis threatens the $18 billion annual pollination economy, underscoring the urgent need for contemporary solutions despite Langstroth’s revolutionary contributions.
Iran lists Argentina navy, air force as terrorist organisations
Iran's foreign ministry on Wednesday designated Argentina's navy and air force as terrorist organisations, following a similar move by Buenos Aires months earlier. Earlier this month, Iran made a similar move designating UK's MI6 as a hostile group and the country's Royal Navy and Royal Air Force as terrorist organisations.
Anirudh Ravichander and Kavya Maran wedding details, couple get engaged. Check guest list, marriage date and venue, reception invitation design
Music composer Anirudh Ravichander and Sunrisers Hyderabad CEO Kavya Maran are reportedly set to tie the knot in a private destination wedding in Greece on November 11. Rajinikanth, MK Stalin and several prominent personalities from cinema, politics and business are expected to attend. Here's a look at the reported guest list, wedding venue, invitation design and the confirmed reception in Chennai.
Adobe, Canva, Figma tools in Claude: Anthropic lets users edit photos, PDFs and designs without switching apps
Anthropic has upgraded its AI assistant Claude, allowing users to edit photos and work on PDFs directly within applications. Users can now interact with tools like Adobe and Canva without switching between different windows. Claude can make direct changes in applications as users monitor the edits in real-time. Additional integrations with apps such as Figma and Shopify are also under development.
Help NASA build a home on the Moon and get $1 million prize: Check competition rules, key dates, how and where to apply
NASA has announced a $1 million Moon Base Student Challenge, inviting eligible high school and college students in the US to develop innovative solutions for building a permanent human settlement near the Moon's South Pole. The competition will focus on six areas, including power generation, construction, life-support systems and astronaut safety.
Mark Zuckerberg reveals Meta’s Muse AI models are now available on Google Cloud, here's what Sundar Pichai said
Mark Zuckerberg announced that Muse Ember, Muse Spark 1.3, and Muse Wonder are now available on Google Cloud. The announcement received a positive response from Google CEO Sundar Pichai, who expressed his excitement. Muse Ember is designed for cost-efficient repetitive tasks and handles coding and document processing. Muse Wonder focuses on complex software engineering tasks with multi-step workflow capabilities and advanced reasoning.
Amazon's Ring launches flying camera, autonomous security robot
Amazon's Ring on Tuesday launched a new robotics business with two autonomous security products, a flying indoor camera for homes and a roving security robot designed for businesses, as the company expands beyond its established lineup of home-security devices.
Adobe MAX 2026: AI Agents Come to Photoshop, Premiere Pro and Illustrator in Major Creative Cloud Overhaul
Adobe has now unveiled a major AI overhaul at MAX 2026, that brings intelligent AI agents to Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Illustrator and other Creative Cloud apps. The new tools can execute complex creative tasks, automate repetitive workflows and work with third-party AI assistants, while Adobe expands Firefly and GenStudio with new capabilities for creators and businesses.
Stargate SG-1: How to watch the original Stargate movie online for free? Here's new collectible item and its release window
Stargate SG-1 will return in December 2026 with a new collectible item from Master Replicas. The Horus Guard Helmet Desktop Replica is a polyresin collectible based on the Jaffa warriors’ helmets from the science-fiction franchise. The Horus Guard Helmet Desktop Replica has a falcon design, golden headpiece and display stand. In the meantime, you can watch the original Stargate movie for free on Pluto TV.
Persistent Systems techie quit her job and gave herself one year to set up a cake business in Goa. And she succeeded
Goa's Namrata Khandeparkar quit her high-paying Module Lead job at Persistent Systems after finding corporate life creatively unfulfilling. A computer engineer, she gave herself one year to turn baking into a business. Starting with workshops in a rented flat, she reinvested her earnings and built a customised cake business featuring creative designs.
Shreya Ghoshal lives in a luxurious Rs 29 crore Mumbai home: It has a grand piano, veined marble floors, and terracotta chairs
Shreya Ghoshal, regarded as one of India's best playback singers, has contributed many popular songs to the Hindi and regional cinema industries. During a recent visit with YouTuber and filmmaker Farah Khan, the well-known singer gave followers a glimpse into her opulent Mumbai home. Beige, ivory, and earthy terracotta hues dominate the serene interior design of the vocalist of Mere Dholna Sun's modern home.
L&T to build 10 stations for Noida Metro Aqua Line under Rs 1,000 to 2,500 crore order
Larsen & Toubro has announced the receipt of a significant design and construction order from Noida Metro. This order involves the extension of the Aqua Line with a 15.1 km elevated viaduct construction project. It will include ten elevated metro stations that require architectural finishes for completion. The project is required to be completed within a strict timeline of 36 months.
Tech Mahindra to increase stake in Italian design firm Pininfarina
Tech Mahindra’s subsidiary, PF Holdings BV, entered into a commitment to buy the shares at 1.20 euros each, the Indian IT services company said in a stock exchange filing on Friday. The shares account for 10.02% of Pininfarina’s issued capital.
Govt working on telecom PLI with focus on higher local value addition
The Ministry of Communications is preparing to propose a second edition of the telecom production-linked incentive scheme. This new scheme will emphasize design-led higher value addition in the telecom sector. The first edition of the telecom PLI scheme attracted significant investments and involved approvals from numerous companies. Additionally, incentives under design-led manufacturing have been applied for by several firms. The proposal will undergo inter-ministerial consultation before seeking Union Cabinet approval.
NHAI issues guidelines to standardise design and infrastructure for multi-lane free flow tolling
NHAI, in a statement, said the guidelines will ensure that upcoming and ongoing national highway projects are equipped to support MLFF-based barrier-free toll collection without requiring vehicles to stop at toll booths.
Met Gala 2027 gets a new theme: What to know about extraORDINARY and its exhibition dates
The Metropolitan Museum of Art has announced extraORDINARY as the theme of its 2027 Met Gala exhibition, running from May 9, 2027, to January 9, 2028. The show will explore the hidden meaning of everyday objects through fashion and design. It replaces a planned John Galliano retrospective, scrapped following criticism over his past remarks.
Figma banking on AI credits, in-house model to lift margins
Figma is leaning on cashing in on its AI features through credits and using its first-party model to power tasks on its design software platform to bolster its margins, finance chief Praveer Melwani told Reuters on Wednesday.
Chinese genetic firm Novogene sues US over military designation
Chinese genetic sequencing firm Novogene has initiated legal action against the Pentagon over its military designation. Novogene was added to a list of companies alleged to be supporting Beijing's military as of June. This designation prohibits the Defense Department from directly contracting with these firms, including Alibaba and Baidu. Other Chinese companies have also pursued legal recourse against the Pentagon regarding similar designations.
Don't judge a book by...
A book cover has about 8 seconds to engage a potential reader before they make a decision. Different genres require distinct design elements, with business books favoring minimalism and novels needing some intrigue. Feedback from friends can dilute the effectiveness of a cover, leading to a bland design. A successful cover must communicate the book's genre and appeal to its target audience clearly.
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