Amazon Web Services, the cloud computing arm of Amazon, is set to invest approximately $8.2 billion in Maharashtra over the next few years, according to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that the investment would play a key role in job creation while strengthening India’s cloud computing infrastructure. The investment is expected to be rolled out between 2029 and 2030.AWS is also planning to introduce its own graphics processing

Choosing the right tax regime is an important decision for taxpayers in India. The old and new tax regimes offer different benefits, and individuals must carefully analyze their financial situation before selecting the most suitable option. While salaried employees have the flexibility to switch every year, business professionals have a more restricted choice.The decision between the two regimes depends on factors such as tax-saving investments, exemptions, and deductions. Understanding these

The Andhra Pradesh government has taken a firm stand against drug peddling by introducing stringent measures under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. This move comes after growing concerns regarding unchecked drug trafficking in the state during the previous administration. With the NDA-led government now in power, the authorities have made it a priority to curb the rampant drug menace that had reportedly flourished in recent years. One of the significant steps in this

As an 18-year-old Harvard freshman, Bill Gates had multiple job offers from major tech companies like General Electric, Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC), and Honeywell. While these offers boosted his confidence, Gates acknowledges that accepting any of them could have altered the course of his life—potentially delaying or even preventing the creation of Microsoft, which is now a $3 trillion tech giant.Gates details this pivotal phase of his life in his new memoir, Source Code, publis

Lahore: Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi has set his sights on another massive victory in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, as his team prepares to take on world champions Australia in their final group-stage match on Friday at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium.Coming off a thrilling eight-run victory over England, Afghanistan eliminated the defending champions from the tournament and strengthened their semi-final hopes. A win against Australia would guarantee Afghanistan a historic place i

Osmania University has officially released the Telangana Law Common Entrance Test (TG LAWCET) and PG Law Common Entrance Test (PGLCET) 2025 notification for admissions into three-year and five-year LLB courses and LLM programs for the academic year 2025-26. Candidates aspiring for law education in Telangana can now apply for the entrance test within the specified deadlines.   TG LAWCET & PGLCET 2025: Application and Registration Details T

  WASHINGTON, D.C. — A threatening email targeting a Washington, DC hotel prompted an emergency response from law enforcement Sunday afternoon. DC Police confirmed the threat but provided limited details about the nature of the email. The JW Marriott Hotel, located on the 1300 block of Pennsylvania Avenue, became the focal point of a security operation as bomb squad crews were deployed to investigate.

  President Donald Trump on Sunday announced his decision to name Dan Bongino as the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s deputy director. Bongino, a former television host and conservative commentator known for his strong support of the President, is stepping into a role traditionally held by a career FBI agent. This appointment follows the recent controversial nomination of Kash Patel to lead the agency and represents a marked break from longst

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has officially dropped its case against SpaceX, the aerospace company founded by Elon Musk, over alleged hiring discrimination. The lawsuit, originally filed in August 2023, accused SpaceX of systematically discouraging asylum seekers and refugees from applying for jobs between 2018 and 2022. The Justice Department had argued that SpaceX violated U.S. employment laws by wrongly asserting that only U.S. citizens and lawful perma

The Supreme Court of India has issued a landmark ruling on February 17, 2025, stating that an employee’s gratuity can be forfeited on the grounds of moral turpitude, even in the absence of a criminal conviction. This ruling expands the interpretation of the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972, allowing employers to withhold gratuity from employees dismissed for unethical or fraudulent actions.Previously, in a 2018 Supreme Court ruling in the Union of India vs. Ajay Babu case, the court had st

Dallas interim police chief Michael Igo has reassured the public that the Dallas Police Department (DPD) does not engage in immigration enforcement. Speaking at a recent press conference, Igo emphasized that officers will not stop individuals solely to inquire about their immigration status. This reaffirmation aligns with the department’s long-standing policy of maintaining trust with the community, ensuring that residents feel safe interacting with law enfo

  Kash Patel has officially been confirmed as the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), marking a new chapter in the agency’s leadership. Patel, 44, secured confirmation after a narrow 51-49 vote in the Senate, with opposition from some lawmakers. Notably, Republican senators Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski voted against his confirmation, reflecting divisions over his appointment.

Sri Lanka’s cricket team pulled off a stunning 174-run win over Australia in the second and final ODI in Colombo, securing a series sweep with a 2-0 victory. Australia, chasing 282, were bowled out for a paltry 107, their lowest-ever total in Asia. The collapse was dramatic, as they lost their final seven wickets for just 28 runs.   Australia made several changes in their lineup, experimenting ahead of next week’s Champions Trophy. Despite using a variety of

The social media platform X has agreed to pay 10 million dollars to former President Donald Trump as part of a settlement that brings an end to a legal dispute stemming from the suspension of his account. This resolution marks the conclusion of a contentious legal battle that had its roots in the events following the U.S. Capitol incident. In January 2021, two days after the events at the Capitol, X – formerly known as Twitter – made the decision to su

Australia’s 2025 Champions Trophy campaign will face a major setback as captain Pat Cummins will miss the tournament due to an ongoing ankle injury. The injury occurred towards the end of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, which Australia won 3-1 in January 2025. Initially included in the preliminary squad, Cummins was ruled out after failing to recover in time. Alongside him, fast bowler Josh Hazlewood, dealing with a persistent hip issue, will also miss the tournament. Additionally, a

Australia’s latest Test match against Sri Lanka in Galle is set to feature a new face in the squad, with 21-year-old left-arm spinning allrounder Cooper Connolly making his Test debut. The match comes after Australia’s dominant win in the first Test, where they triumphed by an innings and 242 runs. Connolly, who has yet to claim a wicket in his first-class career, will provide an additional spin option on a dry surface expected to produce significant turn. He replaces offspinner T

Volkswagen has filed a lawsuit against Indian authorities, contesting a $1.4 billion tax demand that the company describes as "impossibly enormous" and in violation of India’s import tax regulations. The dispute centers around the classification of car imports, with Indian officials accusing Volkswagen of misclassifying imports to avoid higher customs duties. In particular, Volkswagen allegedly broke down nearly complete vehicles into individual parts, which are subject to low

Elon Musk is being sued by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for allegedly violating securities laws related to his purchase of Twitter shares in 2022. The SEC claims Musk waited 11 days beyond the required 10-day window to disclose that he had acquired more than 5% of Twitter’s common shares. According to SEC regulations, investors must inform the public of their significant stake

The UK government is taking decisive action to protect women and girls from the harm caused by sexually explicit deepfakes. In a new proposal, individuals who create or share these images could face criminal charges. This initiative aims to close existing legal gaps by criminalizing the taking and sharing of intimate images without consent. Under the new law, perpetrators could face up to two years in prison. Currently, sharing or threatening to share intimate images, including deep

A South Korean court has approved an arrest warrant for President Yoon Suk Yeol, marking a historic first in the country. The Seoul Western District Court granted the warrant after an investigation into Yoon’s decision to impose martial law on December 3. The Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials confirmed the court's approval, making this the first time an arrest warrant