From Hindi to Tamil, AI learns India’s voice: IIT Bombay launches BharatGen, a model built for the nation’s languages and people

IIT Bombay has introduced BharatGen, a homegrown AI platform designed to overcome language barriers and create technology tailored for India’s linguistic diversity. Developed with support from the IndiaAI Mission and DST, the initiative features advanced models for text, speech, and document understanding across 22 scheduled Indian languages, aiming to transform sectors such as education, healthcare,…

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Watch: World chess champion D Gukesh in splits after Javokhir Sindarov asked to sing on his birthday | Chess News

D Gukesh in splits after Javokhir Sindarov asked to sing (Screengrabs) NEW DELHI: World chess champion D Gukesh had a light-hearted moment during the Norway Chess 2026 rest day celebrations on Friday as fellow chess players gathered to celebrate his 20th birthday. The players came together before taking part in sailing activities in Oslo and…

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‘Proud of our team’: PM Modi congratulates Team India after U19 World Cup victory | Cricket News

PM Modi congratulates Team India NEW DELHI: India’s Under-19 cricket team created history by winning their sixth ICC U-19 World Cup title with a commanding performance against England at Harare Sports Club on Friday. The victory extends India’s record in the tournament and showcased the exceptional talent of the young side.“India’s cricketing talent shines! Proud…

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In 1938, Roy Plunkett found a frozen gas cylinder and discovered Teflon, changing everything from space suits to frying pans |

A chemist’s accidental discovery in 1938 led to the creation of Teflon. This material, initially a secret industrial substance, later revolutionized cookware with non-stick frying pans. While offering convenience, its environmental impact is now a concern. The invention highlights how curiosity can transform unexpected outcomes into global successes, impacting everything from satellites to everyday kitchenware….

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Pakistan cricket player fined after alleged misconduct with female hotel staff in Sri Lanka | Cricket News

Pakistan Cricket Team (AP Photo) After a dismal T20 World Cup campaign, Pakistan cricket has been hit by a fresh controversy after an unnamed squad member was reportedly fined for allegedly misbehaving with a female hotel staff member during the team’s stay in Kandy, Sri Lanka. The incident is believed to have occurred shortly before…

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Fifa World Cup Productivity Loss: Fans 1, Productivity 0: How 2026 FIFA World Cup could trigger $17 billion productivity loss worldwide

Representative image (Picture credit: Reuters) The FIFA World Cup may be the biggest sporting spectacle on the planet, but for employers it could also become one of the biggest workplace disruptions of the year.A survey by workforce management firm UKG had estimated that the 2026 FIFA World Cup could result in at least $17 billion…

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Justin Baldoni and wife Emily break their silence on ‘It Ends With Us’ drama; SLAM Blake Lively for sexual harassment lawsuit ‘disguised as a fight for women’ |

Justin Baldoni and his wife, Emily have finally broken their silence after their two-year legal battle with Blake Lively. For the first time, the couple, in a video, addressed the controversy surrounding the ‘It Ends With Us’ sexual harassment lawsuit, and called it an “injustice.”Reflecting on the emotional toll and ‘traumatic’ past two years, the…

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‘Convicted or not convicted’: Wasim Akram breaks silence on Imran Khan’s health — ‘I miss him a lot’ | Cricket News

Wasim Akram and Imran Khan Wasim Akram has become the latest high-profile cricketing figure to publicly voice concern over the health of his former Pakistan captain and close friend Imran Khan, insisting that his legal status should not come in the way of ensuring he receives proper medical care.Imran, 73, has been in jail since…

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