Argentina’s President Javier Milei Views Nuclear Energy as Key to Powering AI Servers

21 Dec 2024 14:34 PM IST

Argentina’s President, Javier Milei, recently announced plans to build nuclear reactors to power artificial intelligence (AI) servers. Since AI servers consume large amounts of electricity, Milei believes nuclear energy is the key solution. “Nuclear energy is the only source that is sufficiently efficient, abundant, and rapidly scalable to cope with

Delhi LG Approves ED’s Request to Prosecute Arvind Kejriwal in Excise Policy Scam

21 Dec 2024 12:58 PM IST

Ahead of the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections, Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG) VK Saxena has granted the Enforcement Directorate (ED) permission to prosecute Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the ongoing excise policy case. The ED had sought approval for prosecution on December 5.

Hindu Temple Idols Vandalized in Bangladesh: Two Arrested

21 Dec 2024 12:17 PM IST

Miscreants vandalized eight idols in three Hindu temples in Bangladesh earlier this week. The incidents took place in Dinajpur and Mymensingh districts. Police quickly arrested two individuals in connection with the attacks. These acts are part of a troubling pattern of violence against the Hindu minority in the country. Idols

Elon Musk and Trump’s Influence Averts US Government Shutdown

21 Dec 2024 11:05 AM IST

Elon Musk played a key role in the US government shutdown crisis, alongside President-elect Donald Trump. The Republican-controlled US House of Representatives passed a bill on Friday to avoid a midnight shutdown. Now, the Democratic-controlled Senate needs to approve it to ensure the government stays funded beyond the current funding

France’s Anti-Terrorism Court Convicts Eight in Beheading of Teacher Samuel Paty

21 Dec 2024 09:57 AM IST

France’s anti-terrorism court convicted eight individuals for their roles in the beheading of Samuel Paty on Friday. The teacher was killed outside his school near Paris four years ago. This tragic event occurred on October 16, 2020. The Attack Samuel Paty, 47, was murdered by an 18-year-old Russian of Chechen

Amazon and Starbucks Workers Strike: How Trump’s Presidency Could Impact Labor Negotiations

21 Dec 2024 09:13 AM IST

Amazon delivery drivers and Starbucks baristas are on strike in several U.S. cities. They aim to pressure the companies to recognize their unions and reach labor contracts. The strikes began on Thursday and Friday, following other recent labor conflicts across the country. Strikes Focus on First Contracts Amazon and Starbucks

US Withdraws Reward for HTS Leader Amid Positive Talks

21 Dec 2024 08:36 AM IST

The United States has decided to remove the $10 million reward for information leading to the capture of Ahmed al-Sharaa, Syria’s new leader and head of the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) group. This decision followed important discussions in Damascus, which marked the first visit by US officials to Syria since

Russia Strikes Kyiv with Missiles in Retaliation for Ukrainian Attack

21 Dec 2024 06:59 AM IST

Russia launched a missile strike on Kyiv early Friday. The attack, which left one person dead and several injured, came as retaliation for Ukraine’s recent strike on Russian soil using American-made weapons. Key Details of the Attack The assault occurred during the early hours of Friday. Residents, startled by the

US House Passes Funding Bill, Senate Vote Crucial To Prevent Shutdown

21 Dec 2024 06:47 AM IST

The US House passed a crucial funding bill just hours before the government shutdown deadline. With bipartisan support, the bill now heads to the Senate for final approval, ensuring federal agencies continue operating until mid-March.

Germany: 2 Dead, 68 Injured in Magdeburg Christmas Market Attack

21 Dec 2024 06:22 AM IST

At least two people, including a toddler, died and 68 others were injured after a car rammed into a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. Authorities have apprehended the suspect, and investigations are ongoing.

Magnitude 4.8 Earthquake Strikes Nepal, No Casualties Reported

21 Dec 2024 05:06 AM IST

A 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck Nepal early Saturday morning, according to the National Centre of Seismology. The quake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers, with no immediate reports of casualties or damage.

Italy Fines OpenAI €15M Over ChatGPT Data Privacy Violations

21 Dec 2024 02:44 AM IST

Italy’s privacy watchdog, Garante, fines OpenAI €15 million for ChatGPT's violations in data collection practices and lack of transparency. OpenAI plans to appeal the decision.