META Stock Jumps 11% — Meta Elevates Alex Schultz To Data Leadership Role As AI Push Intensifies

The social media giant is bringing data and analytics closer to the executive level as it ramps up its AI strategy. Alex Schultz will lead Meta’s global AI analytics efforts while continuing to oversee infrastructure analytics. Denise Moreno, who helped grow Threads to more than 500 million users, has been promoted to chief marketing officer. … Read more

WhatsApp usernames: Centre fears rise in fraud, issues notice to Meta

The Centre issued a notice to Meta over its new ‘usernames’ feature on WhatsApp, citing concerns it could increase online fraud, phishing, and impersonation. The government has demanded an explanation and a halt to the feature’s rollout. Centre’s Concerns Over New Feature The Centre has issued a notice to Meta regarding the roll-out of the … Read more

Pune: CCTV Catches Police Sub-Inspector Misbehaving at Cafe, Officer Suspended (WATCH)

A Pune police sub-inspector was suspended from duty after a viral video captured him misbehaving and knocking over items at the Flying Gypsy Cafe during a late-night patrol. The incident, which showed the officer using his baton to intimidate staff and customers, has sparked widespread public outrage and a debate on police accountability. Pune police … Read more

Modi-Pezeshkian talk hailed as crucial for India-Iran economic ties

Former envoy Dinkar P Srivastava hailed the Modi-Pezeshkian talk as crucial for Iran’s post-conflict recovery and reviving economic ties. He said Iran needs to recover its Indian market while India seeks energy security and freedom of navigation. Former Indian envoy to Iran Dinkar P Srivastava on Wednesday hailed the conversation between Prime Minister Narendra Modi … Read more

Parenting Myths Busted: 7 Common ‘Rules’ That Could Be Hurting Your Child!

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Microfinance institutions’ AUM growth to hit 20% this fiscal: Crisil

Microfinance institutions’ (MFIs) assets under management (AUM) are projected to grow around 20% this fiscal, up sharply from 4% last year. This rebound is driven by a recovery in microfinance lending and rapid expansion in non-microfinance loans. Microfinance institutions (MFIs) are expected to return to stronger growth this financial year, with their assets under management … Read more

Uttarakhand: CM Dhami launches State Minority Education Authority

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami launched the Uttarakhand State Minority Education Authority, replacing the Madrasa Board. The move aims to provide quality, modern, and value-based education to all minority communities, ensuring equal opportunities for all. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday inaugurated the Uttarakhand State Minority Education Authority at a programme held at the … Read more

Declan Rice hailed as ‘top echelon’ ahead of England’s World Cup clash

Former English football stars Stefan Schwarz, Peter Reid, and Henri Lansbury have praised Arsenal’s Declan Rice ahead of England’s World Cup match, calling him ‘world-class’ and comparing him to legends like Bryan Robson and Roy Keane. Ahead of the England-DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026, several former English football stars have heaped praise on 27-year-old … Read more