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India's gold import route changing course for a benefit all jewellers want
India is diversifying its gold import sources as expanding domestic refining capacity, tax incentives and the India-UAE trade pact reshape supply chains. Switzerland’s share of India’s bullion imports fell to 21.9% in FY26 from 42.4% five years earlier, while the UAE’s share rose to 16.5% from 10.8%, according to Crisil Intelligence.
In 1944, Howard Aiken and IBM engineers completed Harvard's Mark I, a 51-foot-long calculator that handled wartime calculations for the US Navy
In 1944, Harvard's Mark I emerged as a revolutionary 10,000-pound calculator for the U.S. Navy, pivotal in military operations such as ballistics during World War II. Grace Hopper notably influenced its functionality and pioneered the COBOL programming language. Mark I's legacy highlights the significance of government investment in technological breakthroughs, echoing its impact on modern artificial intelligence innovations.
Microsoft pushes AI vision with new, expensive Surface laptop
Microsoft is pushing a "hybrid intelligence" future with a new Surface Ultra laptop that runs on Nvidia artificial intelligence (AI) chips and will cost more than $2,500, the company announced Wednesday. The new Surface Ultra will use Nvidia's state-of-the-art AI chip, RTX Spark, which the semiconductor giant announced earlier this year.
Freddie Jackson death: R&B legend was a regular office worker. Then he met a woman who turned his musical dreams into reality
Freddie Jackson has died, leaving behind a string of R&B classics including 'Rock Me Tonight' and 'You Are My Lady'. But before becoming a Grammy-nominated star, Jackson was working a regular word-processor job after an early music setback. His career changed when singer Melba Moore saw him perform at a New York club.
Wufu, or the five blessings in Chinese tradition: Is the number 5 getting unlucky for Donald Trump
For centuries, five has been tied to an idea called wufu, or the “Five Blessings.” The tradition comes from the Book of Documents and describes five things associated with a complete and fortunate life: longevity, wealth, health and peace of mind, virtue, and a natural death in old age. That makes the number an unusual fit for the latest chapter in Donald Trump’s relationship with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
In 1983, Steve Jobs reportedly ordered Apple’s failed Twiggy Macs destroyed; one surviving prototype sold for $150,075
A rare 1983 Macintosh prototype, which Steve Jobs ordered destroyed, recently sold for $150,075. This early computer featured an unreliable floppy disk drive called "Twiggy" which caused many issues. Engineers secretly switched to a more durable Sony drive, hiding the transition from Jobs. Two of these prototypes survived and were later restored to working order. Their survival and subsequent auction highlight a significant, hidden chapter of Apple's history.
Quote of the day by Al Pacino: 'When you do it long enough, you want to keep yourself open. You can’t let your skin get too thick.' The Godfather actor’s lesson on overcoming failure and vulnerability
Al Pacino emphasises the importance of embracing vulnerability as we navigate through life's ups and downs. He argues that becoming emotionally guarded can lead to missed opportunities and hinder genuine connections. Drawing from his own journey, which is filled with challenges and perseverance, Pacino highlights that real resilience is found in learning from experiences and taking risks, allowing for personal growth and the chance to start anew after any fall.
FSSAI open to stricter warning labels as SC presses for food safety
India's food regulator is open to stricter food labelling measures now. The Supreme Court questioned the regulator's initial two-phased approach. Activists criticized the proposed labels as too lenient and industry-friendly. The food industry raised concerns about global image and labelling benchmarks. The court seeks suggestions on September 28 for improved public health.
In 1969, Internet was born as two computers at University of California, Los Angeles-UCLA changed the world forever, over 55 years later New York City is banning Artificial Intelligence-AI in public schools
AI use will only be allowed in high school, which begins in the ninth grade in the American school system, the source said. Even then, it will be limited to specific uses, such as learning about the technology itself, they said.
Tim Cook signs off as Apple CEO, says ‘excited for the next chapter’
Apple CEO Tim Cook announced his departure from the chief executive role. His title will change tomorrow, but his love for the Apple community remains. Cook expressed gratitude for the constant source of inspiration provided. He is looking forward to the next chapter of his career. This marks a significant transition for the technology giant.
Microsoft to remove WordPad in future release of Windows
Microsoft has announced that it will no longer update WordPad and plans to remove the word processor from a future release of Windows nearly after 30 years.
Microsoft to phase out WordPad, a longtime windows app
Microsoft has announced that it will phase out WordPad, the native word processing tool that has been a part of the Windows operating system for nearly three decades. While Microsoft has not provided a specific date for this change, they have already made WordPad an optional application in the Windows 10 Insider Build 19551 update. Users looking for alternatives can choose from numerous open-source word processors or use Microsoft's Notepad or Word software, as well as online tools like Google Docs.
Google Docs: Know full guide to insert PDF files in a document
Google Docs came as Google's answer to Microsoft. Till date, it competes with the likes of Microsoft Word and several other apps which provide more or less the same word processing feature.
How to insert signature in Google Docs, Check process here
Google Docs is the most reliable and efficient online word processor, and editor suite by Google. Here are some steps to help you guide through the signature insertion process.
Nine minimal word processor apps for distraction-free writing
These mobile and desktop apps tackle the problem head-on, stripping down the old word processor concept to its essential parts and enabling you to focus on the words.
How to find Steve Jobs' commencement speech hidden in Apple's word processor
"This is the closest I've ever gotten to a college graduation. Today I want to tell you three stories from my life," says Jobs in the speech.
Microsoft Word has an Assamese clone
Named Jahnabi, the word processor has came as a boon for those who need help in writing the assamese language.
Do you need a netbook, notebook or tablet?
Fifteen years ago, computers used to sit sturdily on desktops rather than being toted in bags. It was rare to see an executive with a laptop, and notebook still referred to something with paper in it.
Free Microsoft Office equivalent software flood market
From open-source software to Web-based applications, the software market is flooded with free alternatives to the expensive Microsoft Office.
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