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The Fall of Builder.ai: A Cautionary Tale of Hype and Hubris in the AI Boom
May 30, 2025
In the fast-paced world of artificial intelligence, where promises of revolutionary technology fuel billion-dollar valuations, the spectacular collapse of Builder.ai serves as a sobering reminder: hype without substance is a recipe for disaster. Once hailed as a unicorn valued at $1.5 billion, backed by heavyweights like Microsoft and the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), Builder.ai filed for bankruptcy in May 2025, leaving employees, investors, and clients reeling. The company’s downfall, marked by overstated revenues, financial mismanagement, and a misleading AI narrative, is not just the s…

Thailand and Cambodia clash over the 11th century Preah Vihear Shiva temple
May 30, 2025
Tensions have once again turned violent between Thailand and Cambodia over a sensitive border region that both countries claim ownership of. The focal point of this heated conflict is the ancient and sacred Preah Vihear Shiva temple, a Hindu architectural wonder that stands tall for over 900 years in Cambodia’s Preah Vihear province. This temple is not just an archaeological site—it is home to a Shiva Lingam, a symbol considered highly auspicious in Hindu tradition. Its presence lends profound cultural and religious value to the land, making it a deeply emotional issue for both nations.

India’s Department of Posts Unveils Geo-Coded DigiPin System to Fix Postal Address Errors
May 30, 2025
After the massive success of Aadhaar and UPI, the Government of India has now taken another visionary step towards complete digital transformation. The Narendra Modi-led government has introduced a new initiative that aims to give every address in the country a unique identity—a 10-character digital ID that will make postal and delivery services more efficient than ever before.

Himachal Youth Arrested in Kangra Espionage Case: An Investigative Chronicle
May 29, 2025
In late May 2025, intelligence inputs from central agencies warned that a young man in Himachal Pradesh might be spying for a foreign power. Acting on this tip-off, Himachal Police formed a special team under the Dehra Sub-Divisional Police Officer and placed the suspect under close surveillance. For several days, officers quietly monitored his activities – especially his online interactions – after learning he could be providing sensitive information to contacts in Pakistan. According to Dehra Superintendent of Police (SP) Mayank Chaudhary, “after we got an input about Abhishek’s activities…

‘Troublemakers’, ‘Radical Elements’: Inside Donald Trump’s War on Foreign Students in the US, and How It Will Adversely Affect Thousands of Indian Youngsters
May 29, 2025
Since his return to the White House in January 2025, US President Donald Trump has initiated a series of aggressive policy reforms, particularly targeting foreign students in American universities. The administration presents these measures as efforts to uphold national security, combat antisemitism, and eliminate so-called “troublemakers” from academic institutions.

India Shakes Up CCTV Industry by Mandating Scrutiny of China-Made CCTVs’ Hardware and Software, Changes Enforced to Counter Chinese Spying Through These Cameras
May 29, 2025
In a decisive move to bolster national security, India has mandated that manufacturers of surveillance equipment submit the hardware, software, and source code of CCTV cameras for security assessment in Indian government laboratories before selling their products in the country.This directive arises from India's concerns regarding the potential threat of Chinese surveillance through CCTV cameras and their components supplied by Chinese manufacturers.

The Siwan Acid Bath Murders: Crime, Politics, and Justice in Bihar’s Jungle Raj
May 28, 2025
In the 1990s, Bihar plunged into a period infamously dubbed the “jungle raj,” a time when crime and chaos ruled and politicians openly sheltered gangsters. At the heart of this era was a chilling nexus between Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav and his protégé, Mohammad Shahabuddin, a notorious strongman from Siwan. Shahabuddin was not just an RJD leader – he was Lalu’s close aide and muscle on the ground.

Noida Constable Shot Dead as Mob Attacks Cops During Arrest in Ghaziabad
May 26, 2025
 A shocking incident unfolded in Ghaziabad on Sunday night when a police operation to arrest a notorious criminal ended in the tragic death of a brave constable. The man at the center of the violence is Qadir, son of Khurshid, a 23-year-old from Nahal village under the Mussoorie police station area in Ghaziabad. Despite his young age, Qadir’s criminal record is staggering.

After 48-Year Struggle for Justice, 104-Year-Old Walks Free from Jail
May 26, 2025
In a country where even the shadows of delayed justice stretch longer than lifetimes, the highest temple of law – the Supreme Court of India – currently lies dormant in its grand two-month summer hibernation. Yes, two full months of silence in the name of rest. If justice is a pillar as critical as healing the sick or guarding the frontiers, then surely the Chief Justice must also summon back every doctor from emergency wards and every soldier from their posts to enjoy the same privilege. Because after all, what’s the hurry? The lives they’re responsible for can wait — just like justice has w…

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