REDMOND, Washington: Microsoft President Brad Smith said there is no chance of super-intelligent artificial intelligence (AI) being developed within the next 12 months, stressing that the technology could be decades away. Earlier this month, OpenAI cofounder Sam Altman was removed as CEO by the company's board of directors, but after an outcry from employees and shareholders, he was swiftly reinstated.  L

No chance of super-intelligent AI in 12 months: Microsoft president

Microsoft president rejects idea of super-intelligent AI by next year

Microsoft president denies super-intelligent AI possible in 12 months

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 7 (ANI): After three days of continuous positive momentum, the stock market opened on a flat note in the red territory on Thursday. The benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a slight dip in early trading.
Sensex commenced the day 215.59 points lower, opening at 69,438.13, while Nifty marked a 63.15 points decline, initiating trading at 20,878.25. Among the Nifty companies,

Stock market opens flat amidst technical cautions, global fluctuations

New York [US], December 5 (ANI): Every year, millions of people suffer from musculoskeletal injuries, and the healing process is typically lengthy and arduous with patients usually undergoing therapy as they gradually regain muscle strength when the injuries heal.
A variety of tasks and exercises are used by medical experts to evaluate a patient's progress. However, because these exercises are dynamic, acquiring a detaile

Wearable ultrasound monitors can help with injury rehabilitation: Study

New Delhi [India], December 5 (ANI): In another unique experiment, like the hop experiment on the Vikram Lander, the Propulsion Module (PM) of Chandrayaan-3 was moved from an orbit around the Moon to an orbit around Earth, said the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO).
"Chandrayaan-3 Mission: Ch-3's Propulsion Module (PM) takes a successful detour! In another unique experiment, the PM is brought from Lunar orbit to E

Chandrayaan-3 Propulsion Module moved from Lunar orbit to Earth's orbit

Hong Kong, December 5 (ANI): Few doubt that China is responsible for a massive campaign of computer hacking and nefarious cyber activities. Beijing denies any culpability for cyberattacks, calling such accusations "baseless", but the weight of evidence rests squarely against China.
The US Office of the Director of National Intelligence, in its 2023 Annual Threat Assessment, recognized the threat: "China probably currently

Chinese state-backed cyberattacks hack off potential adversaries

New Delhi [India], December 5 (ANI): The Propulsion Module (PM) of the Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft, which was initially intended for lunar operations, was successfully returned to Earth's orbit by ISRO after exceeding its lunar mission objectives, demonstrating India's ability to not only launch objects to the Moon but also bring them back.
Following the lunar hop by Vikram (lander), this was another accomplishment that show

ISRO brings back Chandrayaan-3 Propulsion Module to Earth's orbit

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], December 4 (ANI): The Government of Gujarat is set to propel the state into a frontrunner in India's IT landscape with the introduction of the IT/ITeS Policy 2022-27.
Gujarat registered an annual growth of 14 per cent in IT/ITeS exports in FY 21-22.
As part of this strategic initiative, Gujarat aims to elevate its IT/ITeS exports to INR 25,000 crore in the next five years, concurrently gener

Gujarat unveils IT/ITeS policy 2022-27, targets Rs 25,000 crore exports in next 5 years

&copy; Provided by Xinhua The just-concluded International Robot Exhibition (iREX 2023) held in Tokyo, Japan, reported the largest scale in history, with presence of companies and organizations from China and other 17 countries and regions.<p

Japan&#039;s int&#039;l robot exhibition highlights robust presence of Chinese firms



                                                    
                                                    DUBAI, 2nd November, 2023 (WAM) -- Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has successfully attracted six companies from across the globe to set up their businesses in Dubai.
The signing of six Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) during the Dubai 

Dubai International Chamber attracts six international companies



                                                    
                                                    DUBAI, 25th October, 2023 (WAM) -- Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) received the 'Excellence through Innovation' award from global technology company Software AG for its digital transformation initiatives and best practices. The recognition underscores DEWA's commitment to innovation and customer happi

DEWA receives 'Excellence through Innovation' award from Software AG

SUNNYVALE, Calif., December 6, 2023 - Intrinsic ID, the leading provider of Physical Unclonable Function (PUF) technology field-proven in more than 600 million devices across the globe, today released QuiddiKey&reg; 400, a hardware-based root-of-trust (RoT) solution for semiconductors in the automotive market that must meet stringent functional safety standards. QuiddiKey 400 has been developed following an ISO 26262 f

Intrinsic ID Launches First Hardware Root-of-Trust Solution to Meet Functional Safety Standards for Automotive Market



                                                    
                                                    ABU DHABI, 30th October, 2023 (WAM) -- Hub71, Abu Dhabi's global tech ecosystem, has welcomed 23 new startups as part of its latest cohort, having collectively raised over US$53 million in funding. 
Following a rigorous selection process, the successful startups will enter Hub71's new Company Building Progr

Hub71 welcomes 23 startups as its 13th cohort


ATLANTA (AP) - An effort to&nbsp;access voting system software&nbsp;in several states and provide it to allies of former President Donald Trump as they sought to overturn the results of&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/donald-trump-michael-pence-electoral-college-elections-he

Voting experts warn of 'serious threats' for 2024 from election equipment software breaches


(AP) - Tech leaders have been vocal proponents of the need to regulate artificial intelligence, but they're also lobbying hard to make sure the new rules work in their favor.



That's not to say they all want the same thing.



Facebook parent Meta and IBM on Tuesday launched a new group called the AI Alliance that's advocating for an "open science" approach to AI development that puts them at odds with

AI's future could be 'open-source' or closed. Tech giants are divided as they lobby regulators

WASHINGTON D.C.: This week, the Biden administration adopted a new rule aimed at reducing methane emissions, which targets the role of the U.S. oil and natural gas industry in global warming. The rule will reduce methane and other harmful air pollutants generated by the oil and gas industry, promote the use of cutting-edge methane detection technologies, and deliver significant public health benefits in terms of

US introduces methane emissions rule, targets oil, natural gas sector

US targets oil, natural gas industry with new methane emission rule

Biden administration introduces new rule to reduce methane emissions

The mark of a good film, for me, is the way I feel when it's over. If I jump up to brush off the popcorn and pull on my coat, it's forgettable fare. If I'm still glued to my seat as the final credits roll, it will probably stick with me for quite some time.Such was the case with Lovi

This hand-painted film is a &#039;must see&#039; - what you should watch this week

New Delhi [India], December 8 (ANI): Union Minister of CommerceIndustry Piyush Goyal on Friday highlighted the growing confidence in India's potential and the nation's rising stature on the global stage.
The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) witnessed a momentous address by Piyush Goyal at its Annual Convention and 96th Annual General Meeting in New Delhi today, where he underlined the metamor

Union Minister Piyush Goyal highlights growing confidence in India's potential, its rising stature on global stage

Sindh [Pakistan], December 8 (ANI): One of Pakistan's top state-owned exploration and production firms, OilGas Development Company Limited (OGDCL), has said that gas and condensate have been found at Dars West Well 02, which is situated in the Tando Allahyar District of Sindh, according to ARY News.
The business disclosed the development in a document it made on Friday with the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX).
It is signifi

Pakistan: New oil, gas reserves discovered in Sindh

Washington, DC [US], December 8 (ANI): Amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, United States Vice President Kamala Harris and her husband, Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff, observed the beginning of the Hanukkah festival on Thursday.
Notably, Hanukkah is celebrated around the same time as Christmas; it has nothing to do with the festival.
Hanukkah celebrates the rededication of the temple in Jerusalem and the miracle of on

US Vice President Harris celebrates beginning of Hanukkah festival

TOKYO, Japan: This week, the U.S. Air Force said that divers have discovered the wreckage and the remains of five crew members from a CV-22 Osprey aircraft that crashed last week off southwestern Japan.  The plane, which was carrying eight American personnel, crashed on November 29 off Yakushima island while on a training mission.  Over the weekend, the U.S. military identified one confirmed victim as Air

US, Japanese divers find wreckage, 5 remains from Osprey aircraft

Osprey aircraft found, with remains of 5 crew, by US, Japanese divers

Remains of 5 crew, Osprey aircraft found by US, Japanese divers

MUNICH, Germany: The heavy snow and icy conditions that hit Bavaria, Germany, canceled flights and long-distance trains out of Munich, as well as closed Christmas markets and ski lifts, and postponed a football match. Magda Shokosa, a stranded passenger at Munich Airport, said, "Everything is closed. Online does not work. Well, you have to be patient, there is nothing you can do." On its website, Deutsche

Heavy snow hits Bavaria, flights, trains cancelled

Life disrupted flights, trains cancelled in Bavaria after snowfall

Flights, trains cancelled in Bavaria after heavy snowfall

DUBLIN, Ireland: Waterford Airport, nine kilometers south-southeast of the city of Waterford, is set to receive a Euro12 million private sector investment for a major runway expansion, with the goal of increasing its accessibility to international flights.  The investment, announced by Minister for Finance, Michael McGrath TD, and William Bolster, Executive of Waterford Airport, marks a significant step towards 

Ireland's Waterford airport to expand, lure international flights

Ireland's Waterford airport plans private sector investment

Bigger runway at Ireland's Waterford airport for international flights

Washington's allegations of New Delhi's involvement in the assassination attempt against Sikh extremists has become a serious diplomatic issueThe governments of the US and India are under tremendous diplomatic pressure after Washington accused New Delhi of orchestrating a plot to murder US-based Khalistan movemen

Who benefits from blaming India for murder plots in the US and Canada

Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], December 8 (ANI): In a significant boost to the development of the rotary-wing Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) ecosystem in the country, Airbus Helicopters and Indamer have joined hands to provide cutting-edge after-market services for helicopters in India.
Under authorisation from Airbus Helicopters, Indamer will provide MRO services for Airbus helicopters at its facilities in Mumbai,

Airbus Helicopters, Indamer come together for chopper maintenance in India

As the winter holidays draw near, many of us are already booking flights to see friends and family or vacation in warmer climates. Nowadays, air travel is synonymous with some form of in-flight entertainment, encompassing everything from the reception offered by the aircrew to the food choices and digital content.These services all add value to flying for customers. Passengers are now so familiar with in-flight 

The sky&#039;s the limit: A brief history of in-flight entertainment

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Michael Moorer, the first left-hander to win the heavyweight title, joined Ricky Hatton and Ivan Calderon on Thursday in being announced as inductees for the 2024 class of the International Boxing Hall of Fame.

Diego Corrales, who died in 2007, also was named as a member of the class from the men's modern category. The induction festivities will be held from 

Michael Moorer among 2024 inductees to Boxing Hall of Fame

New Delhi [India], December 7 (ANI): President Droupadi Murmu accepted the resignations of Narendra Singh Tomar, Prahlad Singh Patel and Renuka Singh Saruta from the Union Council of Ministers on Thursday.
"The President of India, as advised by the Prime Minister, has accepted the resignations of Narendra Singh Tomar, Prahlad Singh Patel and Renuka Singh Saruta from the Union Council of Ministers, with immediate effect, u

President Murmu accepts resignations of Narendra Tomar, Prahlad Patel, Renuka Saruta from council of ministers

New Delhi [India], December 7 (ANI): Delhi Education and PWD Minister Atishi directed Delhi Jal Board CEO to address all grievances received by residents of three areas namely Wazirpur JJ Colony, Shakti Nagar Extension and Ashok Vihar Phase 3 area regarding sewer overflow within 48 hours.
She directed all officials concerned to conduct daily ground visits, create checklists for sewer maintenance, and install machines in e

Delhi Minister Atishi directs Jal Board to address sewer overflow grievance within 48 hours of receiving complaint

New Delhi [India], December 7 (ANI): India has raised the matter of threats issued by Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun on the Indian Parliament, with the United States and Canadian authorities, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday.
Pannun, who is a designated terrorist by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), in a recent video, threatened to attack Parliament on or before December 13. Pannun ho

India has taken up threats on Indian Parliament made by Pannun with US, Canada: MEA

New Delhi [India], December 7 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday issued a three-line whip to all its MPs of Lok Sabha to be present in the House on Friday to discuss legislative business.
"BJP issues a line whip to all its MPs of Lok Sabha to be present in the house on December 8, 2023 as some very important legislative business will be taken up for discussion and to support the government's stand," BJP o

BJP issues three-line whip for all its MPs to be present in Lok Sabha tomorrow

New Delhi [India], December 7 (ANI): The Airports Authority of India (AAI) and Gujarat government have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for development of airports in the state of Gujarat at Gandhinagar in the presence of Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Wednesday.
According to AAI, the MoU is a part of collaborative efforts to facilitate the expansion of tourism and business opportunities in the state 

MoU signed between AAI and Gujarat govt for development of various airports in state

New Delhi [India], December 7 (ANI): Citing the huge losses faced by the airlines due to the impact of Coronavirus on the aviation sector, Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia in Lok Sabha on Thursday said that even in that scenario airlines have operated on a sustainable model.
Replying to the question raised by IUML MP ET Mohammed Basheer, on the issue of air price hike and whether the government has any control

"COVID destroyed financial viability of airlines but..": Civil Aviation Minister responds on air price hike issue in Lok Sabha

Tuscaloosa (Alabama) [US], December 7 (ANI): Tech entrepreneur and Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy tore into opponent Nikki Haley, also an Indian American, during Wednesday's GOP debate in Alabama.
In the fourth Republican candidates' debate of the 2024 US presidential campaign, Ramaswamy not only voiced his past concerns about the former UN ambassador's religious faith and her choice not to use her full

"Math doesn't add up": Vivek Ramaswamy accuses Nikki Haley of corruption, corporate connections

las vegas, nevada - A person opened fire Wednesday on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus, and at least three victims were taken to hospitals, according to police who reported the shooter was found dead.'Right now, we know there are 3 victims, but unknown extent of the injuries,' Sheriff Kevin McMahill said in a post on X, formerly Twitter. 'That number could change.'McMahill did not say whether an

At Least 3 People Shot in Las Vegas; Gunman Dead

New Delhi [India], December 7 (ANI): Opening a fresh battle front against the ruling Aam Aam Party (AAP) in the national capital, the BJP's Delhi unit on Wednesday alleged corruption in the Irrigation and Flood Department.
Addressing a joint press conference on Wednesday, the BJP's Delhi chief Virendraa Sachdeva and the Leader of the Opposition in the Assembly, RS Bidhuri, alleged irregularities in the awarding of tenders

Delhi: BJP makes fresh graft charges against AAP govt, claims tenders awarded for 'fictitious' project sites

Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova suggested that the F-16 fighters provided to Kiev could fly from within the military bloc's bordersRussia will not hesitate to destroy US-made F-16 jets sent to Kiev even if they operate from bases outside Ukraine, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova has warned.Speaking at a regular briefing on Wednesday, Zakharova said that Russia was

NATO warplanes legitimate targets over Ukraine Moscow

The restrictions have prompted the development of domestic components, according to the prime ministerThe sanctions imposed by the West on Russia have sparked a revival of the country's industrial and technological capacity, Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin stated on Wednesday.Speaking at the international Russia EXPO exhibition, Mishustin noted that the numerous packages of sancti

Western sanctions have revived Russian industry Mishustin

New Delhi [India], December 6 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar extended wishes to the government and the people of Finland on their National Day.
Sharing a video in a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Jaishankar extended his greetings to his Finnish counterpart, Elina Valtonen, "Congratulations to FM @elinavaltonen and the Government and the people of Finland on their National Day.""Confiden

EAM Jaishankar wishes people of Finland on country's National Day

New Delhi [India], December 6 (ANI): After questions were raised over financial irregularities in Delhi Jal Board by the opposition, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has ordered a CAG Audit of the last 15 years of the water board.
The objections and concerns of financial irregularities and mismanagement raised by the finance department.
Speaking to mediapersons here, CM Kejriwal said "Opposition is levelling some allegation

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