Representative AI -generated image BENGALURU: Ford Business Solutions (FBS) plans to hire around 500 people in India in 2027, mainly in technology and data roles, as the automaker builds specialised capabilities in areas such as AI and connected vehicles while taking a more calibrated approach to overall workforce growth. The India global capability centre (GCC),…
An AI-generated illustration shows workers in protective gear overseeing large-scale tuberculosis (TB) vaccine manufacturing at a modern pharmaceutical plant in India Pune: Serum Institute of India (SII) and Gates Medical Research Institute (Gates MRI) have entered an agreement to manufacture M72/AS01E, a novel tuberculosis (TB) vaccine candidate.The clinical trial of the vaccine candidate is in…
Guru Randhawa breaks silence on ‘Fine Shyt’ backlash, calls it a ‘silly little slang’: ‘Guilty as charged of making songs that repeat in your head’ Guru Randhawa has finally addressed the online backlash surrounding his latest song ‘Fine Shyt’, which has faced criticism and trolling over its music video and portrayal of women. Rather than…
Mammootty mourns veteran actor S. I. Rajasekhar; pens heartfelt tribute Veteran actor S. I. Rajasekhar passed away at his residence in Chingavanam. The actor was widely recognised for his performances in films and television serials particularly for playing police officers. His frequent portrayal of sub-inspectors earned him the popular nickname “S. I. Rajasekhar.” The reason…
NRI couple Dhaval Shah, Megha Shah went missing in Nepal. Family members of Dhaval Shah and Megha Shah circulated a missing poster in and around British Columbia, hoping to get some information about the duo who went on a tour in the Timure region which is believed to be completely wiped out in the devastating…
Mumbai: The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has criticised the implementation of the Mukhyamantri Majhi Laadki Bahin Yojana, saying it was marked by “significant deficiencies” in budget estimation, expenditure control and financial management.The CAG report released on Friday said state govt had spent over Rs 33,237.2 crore on the scheme, exceeding its budgetary provision by…
(Image Credit: Instagram/ @officiallythebext) A woman’s social media video comparing apartments living in India and the United States has highlighted some interesting differences in housing construction and everyday comfort. While many people compare countries based on infrastructure, amenities or property prices, her observations focused on a less-discussed aspect of housing: noise and privacy.Having spent time…
R Madhavan has weighed in on the growing criticism from movie audiences, arguing that viewers have every right to voice their disappointment when a theatrical release fails to meet their expectations. At a time when sections of the film industry have pushed back against what they consider increasingly harsh audience reactions, Madhavan has taken a…
A study has projects Ahmedabad’s green spaces will shrink considerably by 2045 Ahmedabad: Imagine a city where nearly eight out of every ten steps you take are on concrete, asphalt. They may be little grass, and very few trees left. That could be Ahmedabad by 2045 if development continues unchecked. A new study has predicted…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: The decision to name 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as East Zone vice-captain for the upcoming Duleep Trophy has raised eyebrows across the cricketing world, but the selectors believe they are investing in the future of Indian cricket.With experienced wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan appointed captain, Sooryavanshi’s elevation as deputy is not being…
