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A graphic blending AI imagery with corporate layoff symbols, illustrating the uncertainty of causality for job cuts.
February 03, 2026 1 min read

Did artificial intelligence really drive layoffs at Amazon and other firms? It can be hard to tell

Let's be honest, blaming AI for layoffs is the corporate equivalent of 'the dog ate my homework' – only this dog writes code and occasionally generates unsettling poetry. While the allure of efficiency gains from artificial intelligence is undeniably potent, attributing every workforce reduction solely to a rise in silicon supremacy feels a tad too convenient. It's often easier to point to a futuristic, vaguely understood technology than to dissect the less glamorous realities of overhiring, economic slowdowns, or plain old strategic miscalculations. The 'AI did it' narrative provides a wonderfully modern, somewhat inevitable-sounding justification that conveniently sidesteps more uncomfortable conversations about management's past decisions or broader market conditions.

February 03, 2026 1 min read

Union Budget 2026: Tech ‘vistaar’ for farmers to boost income and take better decisions

Farmer using a tablet in a field with a drone overhead, representing technology in agriculture.

Another budget, another byte-sized promise for the backbone of the economy! 'Tech vistaar' for farmers sounds less like a revolution and more like my grandpa trying to figure out TikTok – noble intentions, potentially confusing execution, but hey, at least the drones won't ask for chai. Let's just hope this digital harvest actually sprouts better yields and not just more spreadsheets for bureaucrats, because frankly, our farmers deserve more than just an app with a fancy name.

February 02, 2026 1 min read

French Exit: Capgemini Divests US Arm After ICE Uproar

Capgemini logo with a blurred background of a US flag and protest signs.

Well, that escalated quickly! In a move that screams 'damage control with a side of dramatic flair,' French tech giant Capgemini is reportedly waving 'au revoir' to its US subsidiary. Apparently, partnering with a certain controversial US immigration agency, ICE, became less of a strategic alliance and more of a PR bonfire, especially when public sentiment decided to light the torches. One might say they've discovered that while tech may be global, public opinion on human rights is decidedly universal, and sometimes, a quick sale is just easier than facing the music.

February 02, 2026 1 min read

Type 2 Diabetes Just Got a Plot Twist (And Your Doctor Knows It)

Doctor reviewing diabetes lab results with patient showing improved blood glucose metrics

For decades, we've treated Type 2 diabetes like a life sentence—manage it, live with it, accept it. But new evidence is throwing that narrative out the window, suggesting that remission isn't just possible; it's achievable. The whisper in medical circles is becoming a roar, and suddenly all those 'irreversible' diagnoses feel a lot less permanent. It's the kind of plot twist that makes you wonder what else we've been getting wrong.

February 02, 2026 1 min read

25-years of Gautham Vasudev Menon: The music I listened to while growing up inspired me to make films, says GVM

Gautham Vasudev Menon smiling, sitting in a director's chair, celebrating 25 years in cinema.

Twenty-five years in cinema, and Gautham Vasudev Menon finally admits what we've all suspected: he's essentially a sentient playlist. Forget directors; GVM is a conductor of heartbreak, a maestro of urban cool, and the undisputed king of making you wonder if that 'perfect song' was written for *his* scene or if *his* scene was written for the song. His films aren't just watched; they're felt, a symphony of angst, longing, and very stylish protagonists, all meticulously scored to the soundtrack of our collective romantic delusions.

February 01, 2026 1 min read

6-Year-Old Killed in Leopard Attack in Maharashtra's Sangli; Villagers Vandalise Forest Office

Villagers vandalizing forest office in Shirala after leopard attack kills child in Sangli, Maharashtra

In the wild heart of rural Maharashtra, a leopard's dinner plans turned a playful evening into tragedy, sparking villagers to play demolition derby on the forest office—because nothing says 'justice' like smashing windows when the real predator's still prowling. It's the ultimate hot take: when bureaucracy snoozes, the mob grabs the hammers, but is torching the tree-huggers' HQ really going to collar that cat?

February 01, 2026 1 min read

Jaane Anjaane Hum Mile’s Sehaj Rrajput’s recent physical assault scene performance has an Alia Bhatt’s Highway connection

Sehaj Rrajput as Unnati in a dramatic still from Jaane Anjaane Hum Mile, reflecting the emotional intensity of a challenging scene.

Comparing any actor's portrayal of a deeply traumatic assault to Alia Bhatt's raw, industry-shaking performance in *Highway* is no small feat, but then again, Sehaj Rrajput isn't just 'any actor.' The sheer audacity of such a challenging scene in 'Jaane Anjaane Hum Mile' speaks volumes about television's evolving landscape, daring to delve into the dark underbelly of human experience with a vulnerability that demands a similar caliber of commitment. It’s less about a direct imitation and more about tapping into that shared wellspring of visceral agony, proving that profound emotional impact isn't exclusive to the big screen, especially when an actor commits their entire being to the abyss.

February 01, 2026 1 min read

'Aai' written on rickshaw helps Mumbra cops crack baby kidnapping case; over 1,600 CCTV cameras scanned in six-day operation

Mumbra police officer pointing at an autorickshaw with 'Aai' written, symbolizing the clue that solved a baby kidnapping case.

In an age obsessed with high-tech solutions and data analytics, it's deliciously ironic that the pivotal clue in a high-stakes baby kidnapping case boiled down to a single, heartfelt word—'Aai'—scrawled on the back of an autorickshaw. Forget advanced forensic software; sometimes, all it takes is a keen eye for a touch of maternal sentiment amidst a staggering 1,600 surveillance feeds. This case is a poetic reminder that while technology can scale our search, the most human of details often holds the key to the most complex puzzles.

January 31, 2026 1 min read

The Musk-verse Unites? SpaceX Eyes Galactic Merger Ahead of IPO

Illustration of SpaceX rocket, Tesla car, and AI brain merging, with Elon Musk observing.

Elon Musk, not content with merely colonizing Mars, now seems intent on colonizing the balance sheets of his *own* companies. The rumored dance between SpaceX, xAI, and even Tesla isn't just a corporate maneuver; it's a financial supernova, promising either unparalleled synergy or an implosion of epic proportions. One has to wonder if he's building a vertical integration empire or just creating one giant, highly leveraged meta-company where every investor is a co-pilot on a rocket fueled by memes and AI algorithms.