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The Microsoft trap: One outage can bring the business world tumbling down
Microsoft outage: The digital transformation that promised uninterrupted productivity has also created new points of systemic vulnerability. A world that has moved its offices, correspondence, records and increasingly its decision-making into the cloud cannot afford to discover that its business continuity depends on a single provider keeping its servers running.
Microsoft Outlook down? Downdetector shows over 129,000 error reports as Outlook, Teams and Copilot services face disruptions. Here's how to fix issues
Is Microsoft Outlook down today? Microsoft Outlook users are reporting issues as they are unable to access their email accounts. Over 129,000 users have reported issues with the service. Microsoft have confirmed they are looking into issues with Exchange Online mailboxes in the Americas. They have also warned that Microsoft 365 may be impacted globally. Their status checker is also having issues.
XRP investors have a new reason to worry: Ripple’s David Schwartz sells 23 million XRP tokens, cuts holdings by 88% — Why he exited as XRP price struggles near $1
XRP news today: Ripple’s David Schwartz has sold 23 million tokens, cutting his holdings by 88% to 3 million XRP. The disclosure comes as XRP trades at $1.056 on Wednesday, November 11, down 17% over the past seven days and 71% below its July 2025 record of $3.65.
Global markets broadly rise on AI chip demand despite Wall Street's retreat on inflation data
Global equity markets witnessed an upward trend after unexpected US inflation data for October was released. Taiwan's markets surged notably, fueled by a strong demand for AI chips as noted by TSMC. Japan’s stock index and South Korea's Kospi also rose, despite challenges for SoftBank. However, inflationary pressures continue to spark concerns about impending interest rate hikes from the Federal Reserve this December.
Anthropic expands Claude into spreadsheets, dashboards and collaborative workplace tools
Artificial intelligence company Anthropic has expanded its Claude platform with new tools for creating spreadsheets, digital whiteboards and data dashboards, broadening its capabilities in workplace productivity and collaboration.
Delhi wakes up to post-Diwali smog as AQI crosses 440, several areas record 'severe' pollution levels; Burari worst hit
Delhi experienced a sharp decline in air quality on Monday morning following Diwali celebrations. Multiple monitoring stations reported Air Quality Index levels exceeding 400, indicating severe pollution. Burari Crossing recorded the highest AQI at 441, and visibility was heavily affected by smog. In response to deteriorating conditions, the Commission for Air Quality Management implemented Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan.
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Delhi AQI today: National capital’s air continues to remain toxic, AQI crosses 400 at over 22 stations; check IMD weather forecast and AQI
Delhi air pollution news: Delhi is experiencing a serious decline in air quality with an AQI reading of 365. As Diwali approaches, pollution levels may increase due to firecracker use and stubble burning. The Commission for Air Quality Management has implemented stage three measures to manage air quality. Forecasts indicate continued poor air quality, likely reaching severe levels from November 7 to 9.
US stocks today: Nasdaq rebounds as chipmakers rally, Apple slides ahead of US midterm results
US stocks ended mixed as the Nasdaq rebounded on gains in chipmakers and AI linked heavyweights ahead of the midterm election results. Nvidia and Micron advanced, while Apple slipped over concerns about rising memory chip costs and holiday quarter margins. Investors also assessed AI spending concerns and the outlook for technology stocks.
Delhi court grants 2-day transit remand for Mahadev app promoter Sourabh Chandrakar; Oman court had ordered his extradition on ED's request
Chandrakar was arrested on November 1 at 7.35 pm and produced before the court at around 11.45 am on Monday. The CBI told the court that he had been detained in Oman for illegal entry on forged travel documents and was subsequently surrendered to India by the Omani government. An open-ended non-bailable warrant issued against him by the CBI special court in Raipur was pending, and he has been charge-sheeted in the case.
Microsoft director took a voluntary exit offer in July. Now, he is a construction worker, plumber. What prompted his career change?
After 25 years at Microsoft, former director Shawn Mrzena accepted a voluntary exit offer in July and swapped corporate meetings for hands-on work and outdoor adventures. He has since explored construction, plumbing, product design and fly fishing. Sharing his 90-day experience on LinkedIn, Mrzena said leaving corporate life helped him rediscover the satisfaction of building and fixing things. He plans to decide his next career move in 2027.
Sagility block deal: Promoter Sagility BV likely to sell 12% stake for Rs 2,377 crore
Sagility promoter Sagility B.V. is reportedly planning a 12% stake sale worth ₹2,377 crore through a block deal. The healthcare IT services firm posted 22.5% revenue growth and 8.1% adjusted profit growth in Q2 FY27.
Satya Nadella reinvented Microsoft with the cloud - now, can his AI strategy make it more valuable than Apple by 2027
Microsoft, under CEO Satya Nadella, is aiming to strengthen its AI growth story amidst rising competition. The company is moving from fixed subscription pricing to usage-based billing to better align with AI economics. While Microsoft's Copilot has gained users, its adoption is still below expectations compared to Office 365.
Jailer 2 box office collection day 14: Rajinikanth's film remains steady, all set to enter Rs 500 crore club in India
Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 hit theaters on October 15 and has already made waves at the box office. With an impressive domestic collection nearing Rs 500 crore within just two weeks, the film has captivated audiences. Its global earnings have soared to Rs 755.50 crore. Read on to know how much Jailer 2 earned on day 14.
Karnataka’s voter gender gap flips as women take 3.7 lakh lead over men amidst SIR
Karnataka’s provisional electoral rolls show 2.28 crore women against 2.25 crore men, a lead of nearly 3.7 lakh that breaks the pattern in available historical data. Women outnumber men in 25 of 34 districts, while officials work to clear pending hearings and applications before the final roll is published on October 27.
Japan’s content giants seek bigger India play through films and IP
Japan's content industry seeks to increase its presence in India through licensing, merchandising, and localization of animation properties. The Doraemon franchise, with over 20 years in India, is now being adapted for theatrical release. The anime market in India is also growing, with streaming platforms expanding their anime offerings significantly. Research shows a high penetration of anime viewership among Indian audiences, indicating potential for commercial growth.
From India to the US boardroom: Why L-1A is becoming a strategic US-expansion route for Indian mid-sized businesses
Indian mid-sized and entrepreneur-led companies increasingly view the L-1A visa as a means to establish US operations. This visa allows for seamless transfer of executives or managers to lead local teams. Businesses are focusing on solid expansion plans and leadership strategies for sustainable growth in the US market. Securing an L-1A visa provides greater predictability compared to the H-1B lottery system.
US Green Card overhaul: Republican Senator Tuberville's new America First bill proposes merit-based system, ends diversity lottery
Senator Tommy Tuberville has introduced the Americans First Immigration Act to reform the immigration system. This bill proposes a merit-based immigration process and eliminates the Diversity Visa Lottery. Family-sponsored immigration would be limited to spouses and minor children under this new proposal. Employers would need to prioritize hiring American workers before considering foreign applicants.
Microsoft integrates Word, Excel deeper into Copilot
On the billing side, a Copilot subscription for $30 per user per month provides access to basic AI features, such as data analysis or document drafting. "That is the AI that you should give to everyone" in your company, Andreou said.
Microsoft abandons personal AI chatbot race with Copilot reboot
The result of a six-month engineering effort, the latest iteration of the assistant has absorbed the separate version for home use, adopting some of its slick design features, and casting aside the marketing that sought to position the company as a builder of personal AI.
Microsoft revamps Copilot with code generation, agentic AI tools
Microsoft is racing to expand Copilot beyond its chat-based roots to boost adoption as itcompetes with AI chatbots such as ChatGPT and Claude.
Hanuman Ansh box office collection day 49: Neem Karoli Baba's hit film stays steady amid The Paradise release, inches towards Rs 400 crore mark globally
Hanuman Ansh, a film directed by Vishal Chaturvedi, is based on the life of Neem Karoli Baba. The film has been performing well at the box office, showcasing steady growth in earnings. With the Uttarakhand government declaring it tax-free, more viewers are expected to watch it. The production team undertook significant challenges, especially in the post-production phase.
₹1 crore accidental death claim rejected over alleged income inflation; here’s why wife won against insurer
An insurer's attempt to deny a Rs 1 crore accidental death claim based on alleged income inflation backfired. The consumer commission ruled that insurers must prove deliberate misrepresentation, not just suspicion, influenced policy issuance. This landmark decision emphasizes the need for concrete evidence over mere allegations when repudiating claims.
Five breaches by AI agents over the past year
As the rush to deploy newer AI agents races ahead of itself, due diligence is diluted and oversight slackens, resulting in an increased number of cybersecurity incidents globally.
Dr Reddy's inks pact with Gilead for once-yearly HIV prevention drug lenacapavir
Dr Reddy's Laboratories and Gilead Sciences have signed a licensing agreement. This pact involves investigational once-yearly lenacapavir for HIV prevention. The agreement facilitates manufacturing and supply planning for 120 countries. This collaboration builds upon a previous pact for twice-yearly lenacapavir.
Car sales jump over 30% in August as festive demand builds
Passenger car sales increased by over a third in August, reaching 439,309 units. This growth followed a decline in the previous year due to GST rate changes. Three-wheeler and two-wheeler sales also saw significant rises during the month. Industry experts anticipate continued strong demand through the festive season. Manufacturers are preparing for further sales increases with new model launches.
In 2018, Deloitte redesigned London's New Street Square with around 6,300 plants and 600 sit-stand desks. 8 years later, 365 bike spaces and a 1,100m² gym have reshaped office life
Deloitte's London campus achieved WELL Building Standard certification in 2018. The project integrated environmental design and a wellbeing agenda for employees. It featured extensive biophilic elements, including thousands of plants and green walls. Measures promoting physical activity included numerous sit/stand desks and a large gym.
Ayurveda eyes global growth as research, innovation reshape traditional system
Ayurveda is gaining global relevance through research and innovation. Growing interest in holistic healthcare creates new international opportunities for this system. India's Ayush market has seen significant economic growth in recent years. The government promotes Ayush-based medical travel and introduced a dedicated visa. Ayurveda's future international success depends on evidence and standardized practices.
Govt keeps PSB employees' PLI scheme for FY26 in abeyance after union representation
The government has postponed the performance-linked incentive scheme for bank employees. This decision follows employee representations seeking a review of the existing structure. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met with bank employee representatives to discuss their concerns. The scheme's implementation for 2025-26 will be kept in abeyance. Discussions will continue through bipartite settlement and joint note talks.
Why is Microsoft 365 not working and which services and apps are down? Outage affected regions, US cities, company latest status update explained
Why is Microsoft 365 not working and which services and apps are down? Microsoft 365 faced an outage on Thursday affecting Outlook, Teams, Defender, Purview, and Store. Users reported the ‘451 4.3.2 Temporary server error’. Microsoft is investigating and working to restore services. Downdetector tracked over 11,000 affected users.
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