Bangladesh HC upholds 20 students' death penalty for lynching university mate
The High Court upheld the death penalty for 20 BUET students convicted of beating fellow student Abrar Fahad to death in 2019 for criticizing the government. The verdict also includes life imprisonment for five other convicts. The brutal attack involved 25 students and lasted for nearly six hours.
Nikhil and Nithin Kamath gift Mercedes to mother Revathi. Check it's jaw-dropping price
Zerodha co-founders Nikhil and Nithin Kamath gifted their mother a luxurious new Mercedes in a traditional ceremony. The gesture not only highlighted their deep respect and gratitude but also underscored their family's cultural values and significant achievements in the fintech industry.
PM Modi’s ‘epic’ podcast with Lex Fridman to be out tomorrow
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared excitement on social media about his upcoming podcast episode with American podcaster Lex Fridman, calling it a "fascinating conversation." The discussion, covering topics like his childhood, Himalayan years, and public life journey, was described by Fridman as one of the most powerful of his life.
NYT Mini Crossword March 15, 2025 hints and answers: Here’s how to solve the Saturday challenge
The NYT Mini Crossword continues to attract word lovers seeking a quick yet stimulating brain teaser.
India is witnessing significant surge in illegal betting, gambling; 1.6 billion visits in just 3 months: Report
Illegal betting and gambling activities in India have surged, with digital platforms seeing over 1.6 billion visits in three months. Despite government measures like website blocking, these sites continue to thrive using advanced tactics. The report suggests a comprehensive approach, including tighter financial regulations and enhanced enforcement.
Ordnance Factory worker held for sending sensitive info to Pakistani agent: UP ATS
The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terror Squad arrested Ravindra Kumar, an Ordnance Factory employee, for sharing classified information with a Pakistani agent he befriended on Facebook. Kumar admitted to sending sensitive data in exchange for money. He was charged under the Official Secrets Act, and sensitive documents were found on his phone. Kumar's motive was financial gain.
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"Read through the noise": Investors try to keep pace with AI
A large amount of venture capital has been invested in companies developing large language models (LLMs), which power AI tools like ChatGPT. As it gets harder for AI tools to stand out, the focus is shifting towards digital "agents" designed for specific tasks. "There are tons of companies out there," said Lauren Kolodny from Acrew Capital. "The challenge is trying to read through the noise."
Holi 2025: Delhi Metro services paused, major road closures in place
Commuters in Delhi should brace for travel disruptions on Holi, as metro services will be suspended until 2:30 PM on March 14, 2025. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced that operations on all lines, including the Airport Express Line, will commence only in the afternoon. Additionally, road closures and traffic diversions are in place near Dwarka due to ongoing construction. Authorities advise travellers to plan ahead and take alternate routes to avoid delays.
Happy Holi 2025: 100+ Wishes, WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram images, quotes, and messages to share with loved ones
Holi 2025 Wishes: Spread the joy of Holi with vibrant wishes, heartfelt messages, and stunning greetings. Share holi 2025 colorful images and statuses to make this festival of colors even more special on social media with your friends and family. Let the spirit of Holi fill your feed with happiness and positivity!
Holika Dahan 2025: 50 best Chhoti Holi wishes, images, messages, WhatsApp and Facebook quotes in English
Holi, a significant Hindu festival, symbolizes joy, new beginnings, and hope. Celebrated with vibrant colors, it brings together friends and family. Holika Dahan, a key event of this festival, promotes positivity and prosperity, urging the burning away of negativity and the celebration of unity and happiness.
Mark Zuckerberg's Meta to test 'Community Notes' in US next week using Elon Musk's X algorithm
Meta will test Community Notes in the US starting March 18. This uses X's technology and allows users to flag false or misleading content. About 200,000 users have signed up to contribute. The system replaces third-party fact-checking with a crowd-sourced model. Notes will be capped at 500 characters and initially available in six languages.
Meta secures legal victory against former employee over tell-all memoir
Meta has obtained a temporary injunction prohibiting former employee Sarah Wynn Williams from promoting or distributing her tell-all book, Careless People. The book includes allegations of unethical behaviour against senior Meta executives. Arbitration is in progress; whether the tech giant will be able to effectively stop the book from being published in future is unknown.
Meta to start testing crowd-sourced fact checking, based on Musk's X example, next week
Meta will test its crowd-sourced fact-checking program, Community Notes, starting March 18, replacing traditional fact-checks. Unlike before, posts won’t be penalized, and global expansion is planned.
Utter anger: Growing boycott of US goods gains momentum from Canada to Europe as global frustration with America mounts
Rising global boycotts target US goods and culture over Trump's policies—from Tesla's European decline to Canadian QR code apps and Danish product labels. Explore how trade tensions reshape consumer habits worldwide.
Auckland Schools Evacuated Amid Threats: What You Need to Know
Two Auckland schools were evacuated due to threats on March 12, 2025, following threatening emails. The threat email targeting Waiuku College and Rutherford College was confirmed a hoax. Waiuku College went into lockdown and police officers were rushed to investigate and track down those behind the threat mail. Parents were informed about the threat email.
Holika Dahan 2025: Best Chhoti Holi wishes, quotes, photos, WhatsApp messages, Facebook statuses to share family and friends
Holika Dahan Wishes 2025: Chhoti Holi, also known as Holika Dahan, will be celebrated on March 13, 2025. It symbolizes the victory of good over evil through the Prahlada and Holika legend. Here are best holika dahan wishes, quotes and images to share with your family and friends on whatsapp, instagram and other social media.
Matamata College mourns death of student Sarie Morton in train accident
Sarie Morton, a Matamata College student, died after being hit by a train near Firth St and College St in Waikato. The school is offering support to students and staff. KiwiRail is supporting the train driver. Police and WorkSafe are investigating. The school community is mourning her sudden loss and providing updates.
Excessive data regulation can impede business expansion of MSMEs, says survey
Most respondents highlight the importance of targeted advertising, expressing concerns about losing ad targeting capabilities on platforms like Google, Facebook, and WhatsApp, which are vital for their operations.
Bombshell book reveals ex-Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg’s wild Europe trip took a steamy turn with $13K lingerie buy and shocking private jet invite
Sarah Wynn-Williams' candid book reveals Sheryl Sandberg's $13,000 lingerie purchase, an unusual private jet invitation, and internal Facebook scandals. According to the memoir, Facebook's leadership, including Mark Zuckerberg, prioritized power over ethics, with secret attempts to re-enter China and allegations of workplace misconduct. Meta denies the claims, calling them misleading.
Happy Holi 2025 wishes, images and quotes to share as Facebook posts, Whatsapp status and Instagram stories
Happy Holi 2025: As Holi approaches, set to be celebrated on March 14, it's time to prepare for heartfelt wishes, festive messages, and joyful color celebrations.
TikTok says to add screen time limits for teens in these countries
TikTok said Tuesday it would allow parents to limit the time their teens spend on the app as the Chinese-owned social network confronts political fallout from rising claims that excessive screen time is damaging adolescents' mental health. The feature, set for immediate launch in the EU with the US to follow later, allows parents to set time limits or establish time windows for being on TikTok, the company said in a statement on its website.
Meta begins testing its first in-house AI training chip
Meta's push to develop its own chips is part of a long-term strategy to reduce its huge infrastructure costs, as the company makes significant investments in AI tools to drive growth. The company has started a small-scale trial of the chip and plans to increase production for wider use if the test is successful.
EU worries US embrace of crypto assets could impact Europe financial stability
Last week, US President Donald Trump, who vowed to be a "crypto president" in his campaign, signed an executive order to establish a strategic reserve of cryptocurrencies by using tokens already owned by the government, in a policy pivot from the previous administration.
Social media platform X back after facing global outage for almost 30 mins
Users of social media platform X experienced global outages on its website and app, with a spike in reports on Downdetector around 3:10 pm. No statement from Twitter yet.
Happy Women's Day 2025 Wishes: 100 wishes, quotes, greetings and images to share on WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram
Happy International Women's Day Wishes Quotes: International Women's Day is celebrated across the world every year on March 8. It is a day of celebration, cherishing women's accomplishment while at the same time nurturing gender equality and reflecting upon the challenges that lay ahead. On the occasion of Women's Day, here's a list of thoughtful and heartfelt wishes, quotes, greetings and images that you can share on WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram.
Keltron to design, manufacture ultrasonic transducer elements for Vietnamese Navy: Minister Rajeev
Rajeev, in a Facebook post, said Keltron has been continuously winning orders from the defense sector, and the latest order is even more significant as it is expected to establish the state-run electronics company's name in the defense manufacturing sector internationally.
How to use AI on WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram? 8 new features you need to try
Meta AI is bringing advanced features to WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger. Users can enjoy benefits like AI-generated posts, personalized images, and creative editing tools. It enables game creation and editing enhancements without coding. Meta AI also offers language support in 22 countries. This integration is transforming social media experiences, making interactions more creative and dynamic.
Former Meta official's 'explosive' memoir about the social media giant to be published next week
The memoir is written by Meta's former director of global public policy, Sarah Wynn-Williams, who left what was then Facebook in 2018.
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