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OpenAI safety employee quits, calls for nuclear-level safeguards
David Robinson, who previously led transparency work on OpenAI’s safety team, wrote in an essay that the ChatGPT maker “has thrived by trial and error.” However, he said the stakes of the inevitable failures that come from that approach are growing along with the technology’s capabilities, citing OpenAI’s failure to prevent its AI from going rogue during testing.
Trump and Vance hit the campaign trail in deep-red areas where GOP candidates seek a boost
Donald Trump and JD Vance are ramping up campaigning in Republican-leaning states ahead of the November 3 midterms, as GOP leaders try to boost turnout and enthusiasm amid concerns over the economy, affordability and the Iran war. Trump has promised a near-daily campaign sprint, while Republicans are also targeting races in Texas, Florida, Oklahoma and other states that have become more competitive.
India steps up palm oil buying as tax cut spurs restocking
India is increasing its palm oil imports after reducing import duties, prompting refiners to restock. More than 200,000 tons of crude palm oil have been bought recently as inventories run low. The government cut taxes on edible oil imports, adding urgency to the purchases. This buying activity is crucial ahead of the Diwali festival and the wedding season.
India’s IPO pipeline swells despite muted equity market
India's primary market is thriving with a significant increase in the number of IPOs and issue amounts. In contrast, the secondary market has experienced notable declines in equity indices. While foreign investor interest in listed stocks has dwindled, they remain active in the IPO space. Several leading companies have successfully gone public, contributing to the primary market's resilience.
Asian Games 2026: India wins silver medal in women's trap team event
The Indian women's shooting team of Neeru, Aashima Ahlawat, and Manisha Keer won a silver medal at the Asian Games. They finished with a score of 328 points, three points ahead of Kuwait, which took bronze. Neeru had a standout performance scoring 118 out of 125, while her teammates contributed significantly. In addition to shooting, Dhiraj Bommadevara and Neeraj Chauhan advanced in men's recurve archery.
Asian Games Day 10 schedule: Gulveer Singh targets third medal as India eyes packed day of action
Gulveer Singh will compete in the men's 5000m final as India continues its campaign at the Asian Games. Several medal opportunities exist in athletics, including finals in pole vault and high jump events. Indian boxers Parveen Hooda, Ankush Panghal, and Narender Berwal are set to contest semifinal matches. Shooting events will also conclude, featuring competitors in trap disciplines.
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From the track to the jewellery bench: Harita Bhadra’s bronze has a new life
Harita Bhadra won a bronze medal in the 200m final at the Asian Games in Nagoya. This victory marked her first international competition where she clocked a time of 23.20 seconds. Bhadra, who also designs jewellery, intends to create a piece inspired by her experience in Japan. Her family provided unwavering support throughout her journey to this achievement.
Asian Games 2026: Anahat and Abhay triumph to reach the squash finals after intense matches
Anahat Singh made a remarkable comeback to defeat Satomi Watanabe and reach the women's singles final. Abhay Singh dominated his semifinal against Muhammad Irfan to enter the men's singles final. Other Indian athletes also performed well, with the women's kabaddi team winning gold and Sawan Barwal securing silver in the men's marathon.
Japan organisers 'not satisfied' as empty seats blight Asian Games
Asian Games organisers admitted on Saturday they were "not satisfied" with ticket sales after swathes of empty seats were seen at the main stadium and other venues in Japan. "We are not satisfied," said Satoshi Murate, secretary-general of the Games organising committee in response to a question from AFP. "We will keep aiming for full stadiums, keep selling tickets and work to make sure people who have secured seats actually come."
Asian Games 2026: Jadumani Singh exits after losing to Carlo Paalam in men's 55kg R16 bout
Jadumani Singh lost to Carlo Paalam in the men's 55kg round of 16 boxing match at the Asian Games. The contest ended in a split decision after a closely fought battle, with Paalam securing a lead early on. India's athletics team achieved success, as Sawan Barwal won silver in the men's marathon with a national record.
Asian Games 2026: Kabaddi teams eye gold, Sindhu's badminton opener headline India's action-packed day
India's men's and women's kabaddi teams will battle for gold medals while two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu begins her singles campaign in badminton as the country's key events at the Asian Games 2026 take place on Saturday.
Asian Games 2026: Joshna Chinappa-Velavan Senthilkumar settle for squash mixed doubles bronze
Joshna Chinappa and Velavan Senthilkumar secured a bronze medal in the mixed doubles squash event at the Asian Games. They were defeated by Hong Kong's Lee Ka Yi and Tang Ming Hong in a close semi-final match. In athletics, Sawan Barwal achieved a national record by winning the silver medal in the men's marathon. Meanwhile, other Indian athletes performed well in various events, contributing to the country's overall medal tally.
Asian Games 2026: India win silver in women's 50m rifle 3 position team event, Tilottama and Vidarsa reach individual finals
The Indian women's 50m rifle 3 positions team secured a silver medal at the Asian Games 2026. Shooters Tilottama Sen and Vidarsa K Vinod qualified for the individual final in this event. In athletics, Sawan Barwal achieved a historic silver medal in the men's marathon, setting a national record. Various other Indian teams in sports like fencing and canoe sprint advanced in their respective events.
Asian Games 2026: Lakshya Sen bows out after three-game battle against Singapore's Loh Kean Yew
Lakshya Sen lost to Loh Kean Yew in the men's singles opening round at the Asian Games 2026. After leading initially, Sen struggled to secure a win in the first game, which Loh took with ease. Despite improving in the second game, Sen ultimately lost the deciding game, ending his campaign. Meanwhile, other Indian athletes are still competing in different events, including PV Sindhu in women's singles.
Trump said he would campaign in midterm battlegrounds. He's starting in deep red states instead
President Donald Trump, who pledged to campaign in 35 competitive battleground races ahead of the November midterms, will instead open October with rallies in Alabama and Oklahoma. The Republican National Committee says the events can reach voters across state lines and media markets, while Republicans seek to mobilise turnout.
Impressive India draw 1-1 with football World Cuppers Panama
The draw against a country that played the FIFA World Cup only a couple of months back and had a number of players from that tournament in its ranks will certainly be rated as the best under head coach Khalid Jamil.
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.
Asian Games Hockey 2026: Women's team coach Marijne expresses disappointment over India's 'sloppy' fourth quarter in win over South Korea
India women's hockey team coach Sjoerd Marijne said he was pleased with the team's performance for the first three quarters in their 3-1 win over Japan at the Asian Games, but criticised the drop in intensity and discipline in the final quarter.
Asian Games 2026: India crush Nepal 48-24 to reach women's kabaddi final
India's women's kabaddi team secured a spot in the Asian Games 2026 final by defeating Nepal. The match ended with a score of 48-24, showcasing the team's strong performance. India led 31-17 at halftime and maintained their advantage throughout the match. In addition to kabaddi, India had success in other sports, including shooting and hockey. The team will now compete for gold against either Chinese Taipei or Iran.
Asian Games 2026: India beat Japan 3-1 to book women's hockey semifinal berth
India's women's hockey team achieved a significant win over Japan with a score of 3-1 in Pool B. They scored twice in the first half through Lalremsiami and Ishika to establish a strong lead. Navneet Kaur added another goal in the third quarter, demonstrating their competitive edge. Although Japan managed to score once in the fourth quarter, India maintained their advantage until the end.
Asian Games Day 6 full schedule: Focus on athletics, kabaddi, squash as India eyes more gold
Rudrankksh Patil, APS Tomar, and Niraj Kumar will compete in shooting events at the Asian Games. Various Indian athletes are scheduled to participate in athletics events, including shot put and pole vault. The men's kabaddi team is set to compete against Thailand while the women's team faces Nepal. Several Indian swimmers will also take part in heats throughout the morning.
Vithya Ramaraj anchors India to mixed 4x400m silver at Asian Games
India achieved a silver medal in the mixed 4x400m relay at the Asian Games, clocking 3:14.46. Vithya Ramaraj performed a strong anchor leg to help the team finish second. Bahrain won the gold medal with a time of 3:12.87, followed closely by the bronze medalist team. Indian athlete Seema Kumari also secured a bronze medal in the women's 10,000m event. She finished with a time of 32:50.
Asian Games: Seema Kumari wins bronze in 10,000m; Asha Ilango finishes fourth
Indian athlete Seema Kumari secured a bronze medal in the women's 10,000m final at the Asian Games. Asha Ilango finished fourth in women's triple jump, narrowly missing out on a medal by countback. Niharika Vashisht ended her event in 10th place, contributing to India's athletics performance. Anamika Aneesh and Pooja competed in women's heptathlon but did not finish in medal positions on Day 1.
How fast can China's EVs charge? Inside the race to 5-minute top-ups
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers, including Geely and BYD, are advancing ultra-fast charging technologies to enhance consumer confidence. These innovations aim to provide charging times comparable to traditional gasoline refueling, which is currently being pursued aggressively. To manage safety concerns and prevent battery degradation, companies are implementing advanced cooling systems and AI technologies. As competition heats up, infrastructure developments for fast charging stations are also gaining momentum.
Asian Games 2026 India Schedule Today, September 24: Wushu, athletics, shooting, rowing in focus as India eyes gold rush
India Asian Games 2026 Full Schedule Today, September 24, Indian athletes will compete for medals across multiple sports disciplines. Events include rowing, wushu, athletics, and shooting, which feature numerous top competitors. Athletes Asha Ilango and Niharika Vashisht will participate in the women's triple jump final, and Roshibina Devi will face China's Zhang Xiaoyu in wushu.
Asian Games 2026: Manu Bhaker finishes fifth in 10m air pistol final
Manu Bhaker finished fifth in the women’s 10m air pistol individual final at the Asian Games 2026. She scored 181.1 points but was eliminated after the 18th shot with a score of 9.6. South Korea’s Choo Gaeun won the gold medal, setting a new Asian record. India’s women’s 10m air pistol team narrowly missed the podium, finishing fourth.
Sensex crossed 85K for first time 2 years ago, now down 10K points from milestone. What can trigger the next bull run?
Two years ago, Sensex soared to an impressive 85,000, but the market has seen a steep decline since then. This downturn is attributed to several factors, including high crude oil prices and geopolitical instability. Analysts believe a change in macroeconomic conditions could help the index bounce back, relying heavily on the performance of large-cap stocks and improved earnings. Investors should be discerning, focusing on high-quality stocks in this challenging environment.
Asian Games 2026: Jay Meena assures India's first-ever soft tennis medal
Jay Meena made history for India by advancing to the men's singles semi-finals in soft tennis. He won against Sherwin Nuguit from the Philippines in a closely contested quarter-final match. Manu Bhaker also progressed to the women's 10m air pistol final, showcasing strong performances in shooting. Additionally, several Indian rowers and canoeists qualified for their respective finals after impressive heats.
Meet Kimi Antonelli, the Italian racing prodigy who progressed from karting as a child to Formula 1 and became one of the youngest drivers ever to compete at the sport's highest level
Kimi Antonelli’s journey ultimately represents more than a collection of impressive statistics. It is the story of an Italian teenager who began racing karts as a child, won championships across multiple junior categories, skipped Formula 3, conquered key moments in Formula 2 and entered Formula 1 before his 19th birthday.
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