Akshita Kapoor

[ad_1] Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind, has made optimistic predictions regarding the future impact of artificial intelligence (AI). Hassabis stated that AGI -- AI that is smarter than humans -- will not lead to widespread job losses. Instead, he believes it will usher in a "golden era" for humanity, potentially enabling galactic colonisation that will start in five years. Hassabis envisions this future leading to "maximum human flourishing," where humans "travel to the stars and colonise the galaxy.""If everything goes well, then we should be in an era of radical abundance, a kind of golden era," Hassabis stated in a recent interview with Wired. He asserted that artificial general intelligence (AGI) -- AI with human-level intelligence -- will drive this transformation. Hassabis indicated that DeepMind is "dead on track" to potentially create AGI within the next five to ten […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Former England captain Michael Vaughan believes that naming 25-year-old Shubman Gill as India’s new Test captain is a “bold move” following the sudden retirements of stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli from red-ball cricket. Gill will lead India in their first assignment of the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle — a five-match series against England beginning June 20 in Leeds. Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has been named vice-captain.With Rohit and Kohli stepping away from the longest format, the responsibility of anchoring India’s batting line-up now falls on the shoulders of Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, and Pant.Vaughan said Gill has a point to prove, especially in overseas conditions, but backed the young opener’s temperament to handle the pressure.Gautam Gambhir sends stern message after Bengaluru tragedy“Well, it’s official - Shubman Gill is the new face of Indian Test […]

[ad_1] Prithvi Shaw lit up the final league match of the T20 Mumbai League 2025 with a breathtaking display of strokeplay, hammering 75 off just 34 deliveries to power North Mumbai Panthers to a morale-boosting win over Suryakumar Yadav's Triumph Knights Mumbai North East. Although the Panthers fell short of a playoff spot, finishing fifth with two wins from five matches, Shaw ensured they ended on a high with a performance that will be replayed in highlights for weeks to come.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Opening the innings with typical aggression, Shaw launched into the Triumph Knights bowling attack from the outset. His knock was peppered with audacious strokes — flicks over square leg, booming cover drives, and several clean hits down the ground. He raced to his half-century in just 22 balls, setting the tone […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The autopsy report of Raja Raghuvanshi — who was hacked to death during his honeymoon in Meghalaya — revealed that he sustained head injuries with a sharp cutting weapon."Post mortem saying two head injuries with a sharp cutting weapon," Meghalaya Special Investigation Team chief Herbert Pyniaid Kharkongor said.This comes after Raja's wife Sonam, along with three conspirators, were arrested from Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. All three have confessed to being hired by Sonam to kill her husband Raja.Vishal Chauhan, Raj Kushwaha, and Akash Rajput have been arrested in the case, while the Meghalaya Police is on its way to formally arrest Sonam, wife of Raja Raghuvanshi, from Uttar Pradesh's Ghazipur.Speaking with ANI, SIT Chief and SP (City), East Khasi Hills, Kharkongor also mentioned that their team is about to reach Ghazipur in Uttar Pradesh, where they […]

[ad_1] Baba Vanga’s 2025 UFO prediction As we move past the halfway mark of 2025, a decades-old prophecy by Bulgarian mystic Baba Vanga has reentered global discourse. Known for her extraordinary foresight—having reportedly predicted major events such as the 9/11 terror attacks and the COVID-19 pandemic—Vanga’s predictions continue to fuel intrigue and debate long after her death in 1996. One particular forecast, said to be intended for this very year, has captivated the imaginations of believers and skeptics alike.According to followers and reports from the Daily Mail, Baba Vanga predicted a "new light in the sky" would appear during a globally viewed sports event in 2025. This strange occurrence, she hinted, would not only surprise the world but also mark the beginning of humanity’s first contact with extraterrestrial life.Baba Vanga's UFO prediction: Alien contact at a sports eventThe claim that […]

[ad_1] Kamal Haasan starrer 'Thug Life' was released on June 5 with high expectations. But reviews for Mani Ratnam's directorial have been mixed, with criticism aimed at its pacing and screenplay. However, the multi-starrer drama opened with a solid ₹15.5 crore net collection on its first day across India, with Tamil Nadu contributing the lion’s share at ₹13.35 crore. The Hindi and Telugu versions added modestly with ₹0.65 crore and ₹1.5 crore respectively. The film’s star power and initial curiosity helped pull good numbers on opening day, setting a promising tone.Thug Life Movie ReviewThug Life’ Press Conference | Kamal Haasan, Mani Ratnam, AR Rahman Reveal Big 2025 PlansDips at the box office after day 1However, the momentum dipped sharply on Day 2, with collections dropping by over 50% to ₹7.15 crore as per Sacnilk. Tamil Nadu again led the way, […]

[ad_1] Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal Former Indian cricketers offered advice to the Shubman Gill-led Indian cricket team for their upcoming five-Test series in England, with Michael Vaughan suggesting this tour could mark "something special" for the visitors. The guidance comes as India undergoes a transition phase following the retirements of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravichandran Ashwin, while Mohammed Shami was not selected for the touring squad.Cheteshwar Pujara emphasized the importance of adapting to English conditions for success."India's team to England must adapt quickly and play (according) to the conditions. As someone who understands batting in English conditions and team dynamics, I believe discipline, patience and support for each other are crucial. Every player will need to contribute and respect the challenges that lay ahead. I am sure this tour will be a great opportunity for the growth and […]

[ad_1] Spain's Carlos Alcaraz (right) and second placed Jannik Sinner of Italy pose with trophies after the final match of the French Tennis Open at the Roland-Garros stadium in Paris, Sunday, June 8, 2025 (Image via AP /Thibault Camus) In A Complete Unknown, folk singer Pete Seeger tells an audience: “A few months back, my friend Woody Guthrie and I met a young man who dropped in out of nowhere and played us a song. In that moment, it felt like we got a glimpse of the future.”That young man was Bob Dylan, who didn’t just change folk music but transcended the traditional barriers of space, time, and language with his craft—to the point that he became the first songwriter to win the Nobel Prize for Literature. On June 8 in Paris, two young men, both born after Y2K, also […]