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Android co-founder to Gates: You’re responsible for Microsoft losing $400 bn
Rich Miner, Android co-founder, has responded to Bill Gates’ comments on Microsoft’s $400 billion mobile market failure. Miner highlighted that he helped create Android to prevent Microsoft from stifiling mobile innovation, blaming Gates for the company’s failure against Android. Gates admitted Microsoft’s delay cost them immense market value.
Girl declares love for boyfriend 4 days before ‘forced’ wedding, shot dead by father
A suspected honour killing occurred in Gwalior where a 20-year-old girl, Tanu Gurjar, was shot dead by her father, Mahesh Gurjar, after she opposed an arranged marriage and expressed love for another man. Mahesh was arrested following the incident, with investigations ongoing.
Smriti Mandhana smashes fastest ODI century by an Indian woman
India skipper Smriti Mandhana scored a record-breaking century in the third Women’s ODI against Ireland on Wednesday. She achieved her hundred in 70 balls, setting a new record for the fastest century by an Indian woman in ODIs. Mandhana’s knock helped India dominate the game and secure a commanding position in the series.
‘Treason’: Rahul Gandhi slams Bhagwat’s ‘true Independence’ remark
Rahul Gandhi criticized RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat for his remark that India gained “true independence” only after the consecration of the Ram temple. Gandhi labeled the statement as treasonous and disrespectful to India’s independence movement and Constitution. Bhagwat claimed India’s sovereignty was truly established with the Ram temple’s completion, despite political independence in 1947.
Tattoos, pet love, bonfires & chai-shai: Kumbh has much to offer to millennials
A bodybuilder with tattoos and six-pack abs emerged from Sangam’s icy waters, blending spirituality and modernity. Over 3.5 crore devotees gathered at the Ganga riverbanks for Makar Sankranti while security personnel used advanced technology to manage the crowds. Animals, social media influencers, and themed gates added unique elements to the event.
Berths for Smriti Irani, Shekhar Kapur as govt rejigs PMs’ museum body
The executive council of the Prime Ministers Museum and Library has been reconstituted, with Nripendra Mishra continuing as chairperson. New members include former minister Smriti Irani, ex-Army General Syed Ata Hasnain, and filmmaker Shekhar Kapur. The council expanded to 34 members, including multiple Union ministers and other prominent figures.
Delhi elections: AAP vs Congress gets bigger and bitter; BJP takes potshots
Arvind Kejriwal accuses Congress and BJP of secretly collaborating as the battle for Delhi intensifies. While Kejriwal defends his governance, Rahul Gandhi criticizes AAP’s unfulfilled promises. BJP enjoys the tension between Congress and AAP, predicting public awareness of their conflicts. Regional leaders Mamata Banerjee and Akhilesh Yadav support AAP, making Congress’s fight difficult.
Space war: How China plans to disable Musk’s Starlink
Chinese researchers have developed an AI-powered strategy to disrupt Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite network in wartime. Using simulations inspired by whales’ hunting techniques, the approach aims to neutralize Starlink’s military advantages. The strategy highlights the growing importance of space superiority in geopolitical conflicts, including Taiwan, and underscores the evolving nature of modern warfare.