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Indian-origin translator Padma Viswanathan shortlisted for Booker Prize 2026
55+ min ago (166+ words) 3 April 2026 7:20 AM IST Padma Viswanathan, a Canadian-American writer of Indian-origin, has made it to the 2026 International Booker Prize shortlist as the English translator of a Portuguese language novella. "On Earth As It Is Beneath" by Brazilian author Ana Paula Maia,…...
NYT’s Cleverest Puzzles to Celebrate April Fools’ Day
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (279+ words) Starting from the playful and clever to truly diabolical, NYT Games puzzle themes are focused on delight. The New York Times celebrates April Fools" Day with a collection of its cleverest puzzles, blending humor, trickery, and brain-teasing challenges for readers....
Apple Inc. drops iOS 26.5 Beta 1: Maps Ads Coming, RCS Gets Encryption Boost—Still No Siri Upgrade
2+ day, 13+ hour ago (182+ words) Apple Inc. releases iOS 26.5 Beta 1. It introduces groundwork for Maps ads and enhanced RCS encryption. No upgrades to Siri. Apple rolls out iOS 26.5 Beta 1 with new Maps ads integration and enhanced RCS encryption, but the much-anticipated Siri upgrade is still…...
Rs 3,300 crore Gujarat chip unit to strengthen India’s tech ambitions
3+ day, 23+ hour ago (220+ words) 30 March 2026 8:53 AM IST New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate a Rs 3,300 crore semiconductor facility by Kaynes Semicon in Gujarat's Sanand on March 31, marking a significant step in India's chip manufacturing push. The outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT)…...
Auto industry set for slower growth in FY27
6+ day, 7+ min ago (169+ words) 28 March 2026 8:08 AM IST New Delhi: India's automobile sector growth is likely to moderate in FY27 after a strong, policy led expansion in FY26, with demand having benefited from GST cuts, improved affordability and resilient economic activity, a report said on Friday. The…...
Dubai's AC Units Fail at Nearly Three Times the Global Average - Engineers Explain Why
6+ day, 14+ hour ago (584+ words) Engineers reveal that Dubai's harsh climate, continuous usage, and maintenance gaps contribute to air conditioning units failing at nearly three times the global average, raising concerns about durability and efficiency. 27 March 2026 5:46 PM IST Dubai, UAE - An air conditioning unit installed…...
Cancer Diagnosis Forces Bruce Campbell to Step Away from Evil Dead Projects
1+ week, 1+ day ago (228+ words) bad news from Hollywood, actor Bruce Campbell diagnosed with cancer. Actor Bruce Campbell steps away from future Evil Dead projects following a cancer diagnosis, leaving fans concerned as the horror icon prioritizes his health and recovery. 25 March 2026 3:52 PM IST On…...
Malaysia explores alternative transit routes, strengthens Asian markets
1+ week, 2+ day ago (305+ words) The govt is sharpening its focus on regional markets less exposed to conflict, particularly within Asia, as part of a broader strategy to mitigate risks from global uncertainty 25 March 2026 7:53 AM IST Kuala Lumpur: Malaysiais studying alternative transit routes and strengthening…...
Denon Launches Next-Gen HEOS Home Speakers with Better Wireless Audio Capabilities
1+ week, 2+ day ago (232+ words) All three are offered today, with the Home 200 starting at $399. 24 March 2026 5:14 PM IST If the constant issues with the Sonos app have been annoying, Denon is here with three new multi-room speakers as convincing alternatives. The Denon Home 200, 400, 600 are ready…...
Dhurandhar: The Revenge smashes records with $82 million global opening weekend
1+ week, 2+ day ago (462+ words) Dhurandhar: The Revenge earns $82.4M globally, setting record for biggest Hindi film opening weekend with massive box office success worldwide. Dhurandhar: The Revenge smashes records with $82 million global opening weekend 24 March 2026 8:56 PM IST The high-octane spy-action sequel Dhurandhar: The Revenge has…...