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Nagpur Violence: Chhaava, Abu Azmi, effigy burning and protest. Here is the chain of events that led to the clashes

Tensions in Maharashtra escalate due to demands to remove Aurangzeb's tomb after controversial remarks by Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi. The issue leads to clashes between right-wing groups and other protesters. Authorities call for calm, emphasizing the tomb's protected status. Politicians weigh in with varied opinions on preserving the historical site.

TimesPro to expand reach, focus on tech-driven skilling initiatives

TimesPro is intensifying its efforts to expand skill development in India, targeting key industries like BFSI, technology, and hospitality. With a focus on emerging technologies, the platform seeks to upskill young professionals and bridge the talent gap by partnering with leading institutions and enhancing accessibility.

Justin Baldoni’s legal fight with Blake Lively heats up as lawyer declares if there's a possibility of settlement before trial in May 2026; here's where the case is headed

Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively's legal battle continues with no settlement in sight before the 2026 trial. Baldoni's lawyer insists on proving his innocence in court, while Lively and her husband Ryan Reynolds obtain a confidentiality order to keep private information out of the public eye. Lively's legal team supports this move to ensure evidence collection.

Blurry vision, wobbly steps, muscle loss, and more: Here's what happens to the human body after returning from deep space

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore have begun their journey back to Earth from the International Space Station after a nine-month delay. Their return raises health concerns like bone and muscle loss, balance issues, and vision problems, which will be closely monitored in the coming months.

Google expands Reddit partnership

The expanded partnership now enables Reddit to use Google's Vertex AI - an AI development platform by Google Cloud that enables its users to build, deploy and scale machine learning models and AI applications - to enhance search on the Reddit platform.

'Anora', 'Wicked', 'Grey’s Anatomy' release dates on OTT: Where and how to watch Oscars 2025 headliners?

'Anora', 'Wicked', "Grey’s Anatomy" films are releasing on Hulu, Peacock, and ABC.

Bharti Airtel, Ericsson, Volvo Group to explore XR, Digital Twin tech, AI in manufacturing

Bharti Airtel, Ericsson, and Volvo Group have partnered for a 5G research initiative to enhance manufacturing through XR, Digital Twin, and AI technologies. The collaboration, at Volvo Group's Bangalore facilities, aims at transforming industrial operations, workforce training, and real-time process optimization, advancing Industry 4.0 applications and fostering innovation with 5G connectivity.

Researchers use AI to unearth a 5,000-year-old civilization beneath the world’s largest desert. But how?

Evidence of a 5,000-year-old civilization has been found buried beneath the Rub al-Khali desert. Researchers used AI and satellite imaging to make this discovery. Dubai Culture has approved excavations in the identified areas. The technology could be used to find more lost civilizations in other desert regions worldwide. This groundbreaking research has excited the scientific community.

Whitewashing of Sambhal mosque underway

Whitewashing of the outer wall of the Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh began following a directive from the Allahabad High Court. The ASI was instructed to complete the task within a week. This comes after riots erupted in November due to a survey of the mosque, resulting in four deaths and several injuries.

Wordle #1365 answer for March 15, 2025: Hints, clues, and best strategies to solve today’s Wordle puzzle easily

Wordle for March 15 is related to a common kitchen utensil used for serving soups and stews. If you’re stuck on today’s puzzle, this guide provides hints and clues to help you guess the right word. With one repeated letter and two vowels, this five-letter word is familiar to most. We also share strategies to improve your Wordle skills, from choosing strong starter words to avoiding repeated mistakes. Stay updated with daily Wordle solutions and sharpen your vocabulary with expert tips.

Why did Narayana Murthy call the rising AI trend in India as silly, old programs? Infosys co-founder shares areas with greater potential

Infosys co-founder NR Narayana Murthy discussed the exaggerated hype of AI in India, calling many so-called AI systems mere traditional coding. He emphasized that true AI relies on machine learning for predictions and deep learning for human-like capabilities. Murthy acknowledged AI's job displacement potential but highlighted its capacity to drive economic growth and urged entrepreneurs to create more jobs.

BJP rule in Maharashtra worse than Aurangzeb's time: Sanjay Raut

Sanjay Raut criticizes the BJP rule in Maharashtra, claiming it is worse than Aurangzeb's era as farmers, unemployed individuals, and women are resorting to suicides. He argued that the current government is causing these issues, not the long-buried Mughal ruler.

Potential for SMEs to contribute up to 50% of GDP through AI, tech transformation: OfBusiness

"AI and technology transformation can scale-up SMEs production and then reach to 50% contribution to the GDP from the current 30%, and enhancing employment from 110 million to 175 million, particularly in tier-2 and tier-3 cities, would not be difficult. This would prove to be a major game-changer for the Indian economy," OfBusiness said in a statement.

AI leading to faster, cheaper oil production, executives say

AI took center stage in many sessions at the world's largest energy gathering. Oil producers are seeking ways to remain profitable in an environment of plummeting oil prices and worries that U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs could slow global energy demand.

Infosys cofounder Narayana Murthy cautions entrepreneurs against AI hype

Acknowledging that AI will cut jobs, Infosys cofounder Murthy stressed that it can also lead to economic growth. “In each tech, certain jobs will be eliminated, but if used in an assistive manner, we can grow the economy.”

Narayana Murthy has a solution to end poverty in India. And it's not freebies

Infosys Co-Founder N R Narayana Murthy emphasized that poverty can be eliminated through job creation by innovative entrepreneurs rather than freebies. Speaking at Tiecon Mumbai 2025, he urged entrepreneurs to focus on building businesses to create jobs, warning that no country has successfully solved poverty with freebies. He also criticized most artificial intelligence solutions as rebranded old programs.

Nine in 10 Indian professionals view GenAI skills as critical for career growth in 2025: Survey

Nearly 90% of Indian professionals view generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) skills as crucial for career growth, reveals a Simplilearn survey. With increasing importance placed on GenAI, data science, and machine learning, many professionals are looking to transition into tech roles, emphasizing continuous upskilling for future job market success.

Change Engine to invest $5 million in early-stage Indian AI startups over next five years

Change Engine aims to support AI startups in India that are developing machine learning technologies and business applications for the global market, according to a company statement.

ASI employee count at 4,845 against sanctioned strength of 8,755: Govt

Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat revealed a manpower shortage in the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) with 4,845 employees against a sanctioned 8,755. The Ministry of Culture has 8,760 employees out of a sanctioned 15,276. The government is taking steps to fill vacancies through promotions, deputations, and direct recruitments.

MP demands removal of Aurangzeb's tomb: What's special about the most powerful Mughal emperor's open, mud-covered grave?

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis emphasized the necessity of removing Aurangzeb's tomb in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar within legal boundaries due to its protection status under the Archaeological Survey of India, enacted during the Congress regime. Fadnavis responded to BJP MP Udayanraje Bhosale's removal request, following recent controversy over remarks made by Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Asim Azmi.

7 Most Eerie & Disturbing Archaeological Finds

'Chhaava' starts a gold rush: How Vicky Kaushal's blockbuster triggered a treasure hunt in this sleepy Madhya Pradesh village

Treasure hunters flock to Asirgarh Fort in Madhya Pradesh after laborers uncover coins during highway construction. Villagers speculate valuable historical artifacts, prompting an urgent call for authorities to regulate excavation and protect the site’s archaeological heritage.

DISA unveils data strategy 2025-2027 to strengthen cybersecurity, AI integration

The Defence Information Systems Agency (DISA) has got a data strategy for 2025-2027, which is big on better cyber security, using AI for analysis, and making data super important in the military. It lines up with what the Department of Defence wants and is expected to make things run smoother and make them more secure for military stuff.