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FUEL SkillTech, KDEM train 568 Karnataka students in AI, coding and employability skills
FUEL SkillTech University has trained 568 students across three Karnataka institutions under the NIPUNA Karnataka initiative, run in association with the state government and the Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM).
Largescale cyberattacks test the limits of insurance cover
While businesses rush to enhance their cyber insurance cover, the incidents have triggered a debate over whether existing policies adequately cover emerging cyber risks. The biggest question insurers are policyholders seem to be confronting is: who pays when a vulnerability exposes thousands of organisations to the same threat?
Singapore thrived on chokepoints. Now they’re a threat
Singapore faces challenges in maintaining its prosperity due to its dependence on larger neighboring countries for energy supplies. Recent tensions with Indonesia include energy supply cuts following Singapore's actions against companies linked to wildfires. The city-state's efforts to diversify energy sources through renewable projects are still limited and vulnerable to geopolitical pressures. Historical parallels to cities like Venice highlight the potential consequences of such dependencies in a changing global climate.
Indian patch patrol sets out to resolve PHP risk
Two critical security flaws in PHP, the programming language underpinning an estimated 70% of the internet, have triggered emergency cybersecurity measures in India. Banks are auditing applications and preparing backups, while the government is patching official websites. Razorpay has deployed AI-led vulnerability detection and warned merchants about potential breaches.
PHP security vulnerabilities: Indian govt rushes to fix official websites, banks audit apps
Banks have begun auditing applications for weaknesses, taking some non-critical services offline and preparing backups to divert traffic if parts of their websites or mobile applications experience downtime, according to executives.
Student protests erupt across Indonesia over rising living costs, forest fires
Protests erupted across Indonesia as students demanded action on rising living costs and environmental issues. Demonstrators criticized the government's handling of forest fires that generated toxic haze affecting public health. In Jakarta, students called for stronger protections for civil liberties and affordable healthcare. Meanwhile, the Presidential Chief of Staff announced measures to tackle forest fires and expedite corporate investigations.
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OpenAI looks to help banks modernise legacy software their operations still depend on
OpenAI has enhanced its models to work with legacy programming languages like COBOL and Fortran. The AI assists companies in modernising critical software systems, which often lack documentation. Recent tests showed significant improvements in accuracy for building and translating software across multiple languages.
“They don’t understand how business works,” Publicis Sapient global CPO on hiring fewer freshers
Kameshwari Rao says graduates need business knowledge to assess AI-generated work, as clients push for fewer people and more outcome-based billing.
Indonesia's top Muslim council opposes upcoming Andrea Bocelli concerts over Israel ties
Indonesia's top Islamic council has voiced opposition to Andrea Bocelli's upcoming concerts in the country. The council's objections stem from Bocelli's previous support for Israel, which contradicts the values in Indonesia. Talks with government officials have been initiated to address the issue while public sentiment remains in favor of Palestinian independence. Local police have even withdrawn support for the concert at the historic Borobudur Temple.
Get access to TradingView charts on Bajaj Broking: No additional subscription needed
Bajaj Broking has seamlessly incorporated TradingView's powerful charting tools within its platform, enhancing the trading experience for users. This feature enables traders to easily filter stocks, receive price alerts, and choose from a variety of chart formats. Additionally, they can place and modify orders intuitively, oversee their positions without changing screens, and access derivative information along with live market prices.
3 years in software job, but cannot explain his own code: AI is killing 'critical thinking' skills even among professionals, says techie
A software developer with three years of experience says he has reached a troubling point in his career: AI can now handle much of his coding, but he struggles to explain what it has written. His Reddit confession about depending on AI for end-to-end tasks, code reviews and even writing his own post has triggered a debate among developers over a bigger question; when does an AI coding assistant stop being a tool and start replacing the thinking behind the work?
New islands appear after Indonesia's Anak Krakatau volcano erupts
In the aftermath of last month's major eruption, satellite images show the emergence of two small islands surrounding Mount Anak Krakatau in the Sunda Strait. Authorities are currently evaluating the longevity of these islands, as they may be subject to erosion. Safety guidelines have been established, recommending that individuals keep a distance of at least three kilometers from the eruption site.
In 1996, Tim Draper bought Hotmail shares for $300,000. 2 years later, Microsoft acquired the startup for $400 million
Microsoft announced the Hotmail acquisition on December 31, 1997. It did not reveal how much it paid for the company. A later securities filing provided more detail. Hotmail’s owners received 2,769,148 Microsoft shares in the deal. Wired estimated those shares were worth about $400 million at the time.
SatLEO to launch India’s first thermal payload TAPAS-1 aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9
SatLeo cofounder Urmil Bakhai described the payload as a “thermometer for planet Earth”, which the company is looking to use across agriculture, urban heat mapping, climate monitoring, disaster management, and infrastructure monitoring.
Mojang says new dimension Sift to arrive in Java and Bedrock Edition in 2027
Minecraft developer Mojang has announced an exciting addition to the game. It will introduce the game's first new dimension in more than 14 years. The gamers will be able to experience it in Minecraft Dungeons II from September 29, 2026.
Death toll from capsized ship in Indonesia rises to 20 as search continues for 115 missing passengers
Rescue operations continue for the Virgo Transport 8 ferry that capsized in the Java Sea. Official reports state that the death toll has risen to 20 after the tragedy. Authorities are focused on searching the ship's cabins and recovering more bodies. There are still 115 individuals reported missing from the incident. Efforts to right the ship are ongoing but have faced challenges due to adverse conditions.
6 dead, 103 rescued, several missing as Indonesia launches search after passenger ship goes missing
A ferry traveling between Java and Borneo encountered severe weather conditions on Sunday. Six persons died as rescue teams evacuated over one hundred passengers. The Virgo Transport 8 experienced communication failure while sailing towards Banjarmasin. Its last known position was in the Java Sea, far from the city's pier. Officials reported the incident to the Search and Rescue Office in Banjarmasin.
Meet Kautilya Katariya, the British-Indian boy who became the world's youngest computer programmer at age 6 after completing four university-level computer-science certifications
Kautilya Katariya, who achieved the remarkable feat of becoming a Guinness World Record holder at the tender age of six, has proven himself a programming prodigy. He crafted his own programs and gained recognition as an artificial intelligence expert through IBM. Demonstrating his brilliance, Kautilya topped his school's GCSE maths exam. His next venture involves the creation of a dedicated online community for young, aspiring thinkers.
AI can write, think and create; then why should people learn new skills? Psychologists identify a serious problem that automation creates in human mind
AI is making coding, writing and other knowledge work faster, but its growing role is also making some workers question the need to keep learning new skills. A Reddit discussion among software developers reflects this anxiety, while psychologists warn that excessive reliance on AI can lead to cognitive offloading, weaker critical thinking and skill decay. Experts say the answer is not to stop using AI, but to use it deliberately while continuing to practise, learn and develop skills that require human judgement, creativity and problem-solving.
Vishwanath and Sons to Varavu: Watch these latest Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu and Kannada OTT releases on Netflix, JioHotstar, Prime Video and more
This week, audiences can look forward to a diverse selection of five new films available on various Indian OTT platforms. From Vishwanath and Sons to Varavu, here's some from everyone. Read on to know when and where to watch the latest South OTT releases of the week.
9th class changed her life. Malayalam actress Mamitha Baiju gave up her dream of becoming a doctor. Now, she creates history with three Rs 200 crore films in a year
Mamitha Baiju is having a strong year in 2026, with her career reaching a new high. Her films Jana Nayagan, Vishwanath & Sons and Bethlehem Kudumba Unit have reportedly crossed Rs 200 crore worldwide. Bethlehem Kudumba Unit reached the milestone in just 11 days. Here’s a look at her journey and recent success.
Indonesia flights resume gradually after 2-day disruption due to Anak Krakatau eruption
Indonesian airports reopened Tuesday after a volcanic eruption forced closures. Nearly three thousand flights were halted, stranding over three hundred forty thousand passengers. Authorities cleared volcanic ash from critical infrastructure at major airports. Transport minister Dudy Purwagandhi stated flight schedules would return to normal gradually. Inspections ensure aircraft airworthiness before operations fully resume.
Jakarta airport, four others reopen as Anak Krakatau ash disrupts air travel
Indonesia's main Jakarta airport and four other aviation hubs have reopened. Volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau had previously caused their closure. This disruption impacted over 340,000 travelers and numerous flight cancellations. Authorities are now checking the airworthiness of affected aircraft. The volcano sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, a geologically active region.
Indonesia's 'Ring of Fire': Key facts about the world's most volcanic nation
Mount Anak Krakatau's latest eruptions have caused major air travel interruptions, impacting numerous passengers in Indonesia. With a staggering 127 active volcanoes under surveillance, Indonesia holds the record for the most in the world. Currently, numerous volcanoes, including Anak Krakatau, sit at a heightened alert level. Notably, the 2018 eruption was linked to a deadly tsunami, highlighting the severe consequences of volcanic eruptions in this region.
Eight Indonesian airports remain shut due to volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau
Eight Indonesian airports remain closed due to volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau. Jakarta's main airport will stay shut until 6 p.m. local time. Seventeen thousand people are affected by flight cancellations and disruptions. The volcano monitoring agency warns of a high probability of further eruptions. Schools in Jakarta and Lampung will use remote learning for student safety.
Indonesia's main airport suspends operations after volcanic eruption
Indonesia suspended operations at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport after volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatoa disrupted airspace, affecting more than 22,000 passengers and 209 flights. The volcano erupted repeatedly, prompting warnings for ships and a three-kilometre exclusion zone. Authorities said the latest eruptions posed no immediate tsunami threat.
With Catalyst 3.0, Zoho focuses on what happens after AI writes the code
Catalyst 3.0 is Zoho’s attempt to close that gap by connecting AI coding assistants directly with the cloud infrastructure needed to run an application.
The new economy: Less Java, more AI
Software engineering as we know it has changed, with AI generating as much as 70% of new code at large tech firms. As this automated tide rises, programming has transformed from a mere developer’s tool into the ultimate commercial goldmine for AI model creators, sparking a vibrant new ecosystem.
Which version of Java are you using in Windows 10, 11? Here’s how to check it
If you're wondering what Java is and don't recall installing it, chances are your Windows PC already has several programs that rely on Java, even if you're unaware of it. Here’s how to check what version of Java you are using.
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