Passport ranking 2023: Check world's most powerful passport. Check top 10 list
The Henley Passport Index for 2023 is out, listing some of the most powerful passports of this year. In short, Singapore is now the topper, aka, the most powerful passport. Key Points
Economic TimesOne Piece: 6 strongest Marine Admirals who mayhem the way of water
These Marine Admirals are way too powerful and can’t be underestimated. Even the most powerful and boastful pirates think twice before intervening. Key Points
Hindustan TimesChandrayaan-3: A mission to the Moon, at a fraction of the cost
India's Chandrayaan-3 mission, which successfully landed near the moon's south pole, was built and launched at a budget of $75 million, significantly lower than Russia's Luna-25 mission, which cost $200 million. The success highlights India's ability to conduct exploratory missions at a much lower cost, positioning the country as a player in the global space industry. Chandrayaan-3 took 40 days to reach the moon using less powerful rockets and the slingshot method, compared to Luna-25's 10-day journey with more powerful thrusters. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesGlobal Passport Index: India regains lost points, rises three spots in Henley's rankings of most powerful
India has ascended to the 82nd position on the Henley Passport Index, up from 85th in February. The index, updated monthly, reveals that six countries share the top spot, granting their citizens visa-free access to a record number of destinations. Among these, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Spain, and Singapore lead the pack, enabling travel to 194 out of 227 destinations without a visa requirement. Key Points
Economic TimesToday’s Cache | Alexa’s AI makeover; Microsoft struggles in the U.K.; India’s smartphone shipments fall
News snippets for Amazon building a more powerful AI, Microsoft struggling in the U.K. and India' s smartphone shipments falling for the third consecutive quarter. Key Points
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Amazon Sale 2023: Get as much as 81% on home and kitchen appliances
Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale 2023: The festive season has begun and so has sale season. Check out the attractive deals on plethora of home appliances. Key Points
Hindustan TimesHubble finds weird home of the most powerful energy signal that hit Earth
This FRB, a brief yet intense emission of radio waves, was not only the most distant but also the most powerful of its kind ever recorded. But, its origin has surprised astronomers. Key Points
India TodayVideo: Parked airplane spins on runway as huge storm hits Argentina
The Aerolineas Argentinas Boeing 737-700 was seen clipping a set of airstairs with its wing as powerful gusts blew through the airport. The stairs crashed into a luggage carrier. Key Points
India Today4 dead, 153 hurt as quake rattles Afghanistan
Islamabad: A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck western Afghanistan on Sunday, just over a week after strong quakes and aftershocks killed thousands of people and flattened entire villages in the same province. The US Geological Survey said the latest quake’s epicentre was about 34 km ou Key Points
The Tribune IndiaA fire in the mountains that no one can put out
"Fire in the Mountains" is a powerful film by Ajitpal Singh that tells the story of Chandra, a homestay owner in Uttarakhand's Munsiyari, and her struggles with patriarchy, religion, and alcoholism. The film exposes the faultlines of a family through the central problem of the plot - the road that promises to bring Chandra's labours to fruition. The performances are earnest and felt, and the film is crisply written and beautifully shot. It just deserves a more giving audience. | Bollywood Key Points
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10 Wise Quotes by Indra Nooyi on Leadership and Diversity
Indra Nooyi is an Indian-American business executive and former chief executive officer and chairperson of PepsiCo. She has constantly ranked among the world's 100 most powerful women. Key Points
Times of IndiaThese Clues Hint at the True Nature of OpenAI’s Shadowy Q* Project
Reports of a mysterious breakthrough called Q* at OpenAI sparked anxious rumors. AI experts say it’s probably just a conventional attempt to make ChatGPT a little smarter. Key Points
WIREDDeepraj Rana: I’m still craving that one dumdaar role!
Saheb Biwi aur Gangster actor Deepraj Rana is still waiting for that one powerful role that overshadows his previous work despite having worked in the industry for over three decades. He is balancing OTT and films well and is not looking forward to TV shows. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesNirmala Sitharaman among 4 Indians in Forbes Most powerful Women list 2023
Four Indians have been featured in the Forbes list of Most powerful Women. Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman ranks 32nd. Key Points
Hindustan TimesAt least 3 killed, 44 injured after 6.8 magnitude quake jolts Afghanistan
The death toll stands at three after a powerful earthquake of magnitude 6.8 jolted Afghanistan on Tuesday, Khaama Press reported citing the Taliban-led Ministry of Public Health of Afghanistan.At least 44 people have been injured due to the quake, the strong tremors of which were also felt in Pakistan.However, the casualties may rise as the earthquake reported was powerful and felt in most parts of the country."There could be more casualties as the quake was so powerful in most parts of the country," including Badakhshan, Takhar, and Laghman provinces, Sharafat Zaman, a spokesperson for the public health ministry said to Khaama Press.Also, it is reported that the majority of fatalities and injuries occurred when people's homes' roofs fell in various regions of the nation. Furthermore, according to Shafiullah Rahimi, a spokesperson for the ministry in charge of disaster mitigation of the Taliban, two individuals died as a result of the earthquake in the province of Laghman, the Afghan . Key Points
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Earthquake of magnitude 6.9 hits southern Japan, tsunami warning issued
A powerful earthquake measuring magnitude 6.9 struck southern Japan on Thursday. A tsunami advisory has been issued | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesAmazon Republic Day Sale: Kent hand blenders now at up to 47% off
Republic Day Sale 2024: Bring these versatile hand blenders with advanced features and powerful performance to your kitchen. Shop from our top recommendations. Key Points
Hindustan TimesChatGPT chief says artificial intelligence should be regulated by a US or global agency
Altman proposed the formation of a U.S. or global agency that would license the most powerful AI systems and have the authority to “take that license away and ensure compliance with safety standards.” Key Points
The Indian ExpressFrance inscribes right to abortion in constitution
France inscribed the guaranteed right to abortion in its constitution on Friday, a powerful message of support for women’s rights on... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaWhat Modi’s rise tells us about us
Discover what the rise of Modi tells us about the human condition and nature of society. Explore the cultural construct of the nation-state and its historical roots. Gain insights into the mythic idea behind the secular nation-states. Learn about the tribes of Europe and the emergence of powerful historical ideas. Dive into the concept of a single document anchoring a republic. Uncover the significance of Modi's rise in understanding the human condition and nature of society. Key Points
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Amazon Republic Day Sale: Top 5 tablets with discount of up to 57%
Amazon Republic Day Sale: Tablets are the best entertainment companion with large displays and multiple speakers. Grab one for yourself available with unbeatable bargains. Key Points
mintYour email address that you used to login to ChatGPT may be at risk
A research team led by Rui Zhu, a Ph.D. candidate at Indiana University Bloomington, uncovered a potential privacy risk associated with OpenAI's powerful language model, GPT-3.5 Turbo. Key Points
India TodayAlibaba set to lose no. 1 ecomm player spot to PDD
The once-inconceivable shift reflects the turmoil that engulfed Alibaba after Beijing in 2020 targeted the company and its once-outspoken co-founder, kicking off a sweeping crackdown on the powerful tech sector. It also signals the rise of a generation of upstarts from PDD to ByteDance, which are disrupting the traditional arenas of social media and e-commerce. Key Points
Economic TimesHezbollah, Israel trade fire on Lebanon's border
Hezbollah, one of the Middle East's most powerful militias, said it hit an Israeli army post with guided missiles in response to the killing of some of its fighters earlier this week. In a statement broadcast on the group's Al-Manar television, it claimed the attack injured Israeli soldiers. Key Points
Economic TimesWatch: Chairs, debris fly off as storm hits Royal Caribbean cruise ship in Florida
A Royal Caribbean cruise ship, docked in Port Canaveral, Florida, was hit by a powerful storm. Passengers and crew members were seen dodging lounge chairs, umbrellas and other loose items on the cruise ship. Key Points
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ChatGPT chief suggests licensing system to regulate artificial intelligence
Altman proposed the formation of a U.S. or global agency that would license the most powerful AI systems Key Points
Hindustan TimesRussia's air force accidentally bombs its own city
A bomb that devastated a Russian city near the Ukraine border and injured two residents was accidentally dropped by one of the Russian air force's own planes, according to the country's military. Witnesses to the blast in Belgorod initially thought it was a drone attack by Ukrainian forces. The weapon was probably a 500 kg bomb set to explode with a small delay after impact, to hit underground facilities. Key Points
Economic Timespowerful 6.8 earthquake hits coastal Ecuador, killing 4 people
The quake hit at a depth of about 66 kilometers and had a magnitude of 6.8, the US Geological Survey said on its website. | World News Key Points
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