NEW DELHI: An AI-powered robotics and software systems company, XTEND, which is headquartered in Israel with a major base and production facility in US’ Florida, on Tuesday announced that it has signed an $11 million manufacturing and distribution agreement with India-based defence technology company Rayonix Tech for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to expand its AI-enabled...
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Water motor led to blaze? 3 kids among 9 of family killed in Delhi building fire
NEW DELHI: A deadly inferno tore through a residential-cum-commercial building in southwest Delhi’s Palam area on Wednesday morning, claiming the lives of nine family members, including three children. Three residents jumped from the top floors and are now battling for life at hospital.The fire was likely sparked by a short circuit on the ground floor,...
Pakistan’s Akhtar revives Mohammad Amir fixing memory with huge no-ball
Photo/social media Pakistan fast bowler Asad Akhtar drew attention after delivering a big no-ball during a National T20 Cup match on Saturday, March 14.Playing for Karachi Blues against Lahore Blues at the Imran Khan Cricket Stadium in Peshawar, the right-arm pacer gave away 21 runs in his only over. He bowled two wides and two...
Worrying signs for KKR? Ex-Australia captain says Cameron Green ‘cannot move’
Cameron Green Former Australia captain Greg Chappell has raised concerns about the batting form of all-rounder Cameron Green ahead of the IPL 2026 season, saying the youngster is not moving freely at the crease.Green is set to play for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) after being signed for Rs 25.20 crore. Despite scoring a century in...
Qatar expels Iranian diplomats after strikes on key energy facilities
QatarEnergy says Iranian missiles hit Ras Laffan Industrial City, causing “extensive damage” Qatar on Wednesday expelled key Iranian military and security officials along with their staff from its territory, escalating tensions after missile strikes hit key energy infrastructure in the Gulf. The Qatari Foreign Ministry said on Thursday it had declared the military and security...
Israel notified US ahead of strike at world’s largest gas field: Report
Israel carried out a strike on South Pars gas field in the Pesian Gulf on Wednesday after informing the United States in advance, though Washington did not participate, according to a Associated Press sources familiar with the matter.The source, speaking on condition of anonymity, said they could not confirm whether the United States administration supported...
4 burst crackers outside jail ‘to mark birthday of goon’ in Thane; 3 held
Representative Image KALYAN: Khadakpada police in Kalyan have arrested three persons for allegedly bursting firecrackers outside Adharwadi jail to celebrate the birthday of a purported goon who has been lodged in the prison. One of the accused is absconding, police officials said.Police sources said Rohit Jagdale, Kshitij Bhagat, Akash Khadse and another person set off...
After 2 attempts, govt fails to divest IDBI Bank
NEW DELHI: Ten years later and after two attempts, govt has failed to privatise IDBI Bank, the perpetual problem child, leaving potential bidders fatigued and raising questions over the process as well as future disinvestment plans.It wasn’t the first time that the Centre tried to exit IDBI Bank, with the plan first announced by former...
War forces rethink on travel insurance cover and limits
MUMBAI: The conflict in West Asia is prompting both underwriters and policyholders to reassess the efficacy of travel insurance in addressing geopolitical risks, one of the more persistent uncertainties in recent years.Early signals are visible in claims behaviour. “We have received travel inconvenience claims i.e. flight cancellation, trip cancellation/ interruption, accommodation extension etc. We have...
Bahrain tells residents to take shelter as Middle East conflict escalates
Why Are Sirens Blaring in Bahrain? Residents Urged to Seek Shelter Amidst Escalating Iran vs US-Israel War Panic and urgency gripped Bahrain as warning sirens echoed across the country, with authorities issuing an immediate advisory urging residents to seek shelter. The alert, issued by the Interior Ministry, called on citizens and residents to remain calm...
