Meta has set minimum AI coding targets for engineers across divisions, with some teams expected to write over 75% of their code using AI tools like Metamate and Google Gemini. The company has also restructured parts of Reality Labs into small AI “pods” with new job titles. The AI push comes alongside layoffs that hit
Sunil Gavaskar has urged the BCCI to implement tougher penalties for last-minute IPL withdrawals, citing Ben Duckett’s exit as evidence the current two-year ban is ineffective. Duckett’s decision to prioritize England commitments, despite being picked by Delhi Capitals, has disrupted team planning and reignited calls for greater player accountability in the league.
TVK chief Vijay will contest the upcoming Tamil Nadu polls from Perambur and Trichy East. The party has also announced its candidates for several other key constituencies, including T Nagar, Villivakkam, Gobichettipalayam, Tiruchengode, Tiruparankundram, Kolathur, and Egmore, as it gears up for the elections.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned of a global petrol and diesel shortage due to ongoing conflicts impacting vital energy regions. Speaking on Mann Ki Baat, he highlighted how recent wars, particularly in the Gulf, are disrupting energy supplies. He expressed gratitude to Gulf nations for assisting over a crore Indians residing there amidst the escalating
Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori described his team’s bowling effort in their IPL 2026 opener as “one of our poorer performances” after a six-wicket loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Despite posting 201/9, SRH struggled to contain RCB’s batting, with Vettori citing missed lengths and a lack of discipline as key issues.
Virat Kohli starred with an unbeaten 69, guiding Bengaluru to a record chase of 202 against Hyderabad. Ambati Rayudu said he’s far from a finished product and should return to Tests. Hyderabad posted 201/9, but Kohli, with Padikkal and Patidar, sealed the fastest 200+ IPL chase while crossing 4000 runs in chases and surpassing Shoaib
Saudi Arabia has fully operationalized its East-West pipeline, moving 7 million barrels of oil daily to the Red Sea port of Yanbu. This crucial alternative route aims to maintain export supplies following disruptions to the Strait of Hormuz. While not fully replacing Hormuz volumes, the pipeline’s operation is mitigating significant price increases amid escalating regional
Virat Kohli has etched his name in T20 history, becoming the Asian batter with the most runs, surpassing Shoaib Malik. Achieving this feat in the IPL opener, Kohli’s unbeaten 69 guided RCB to victory. He attributed his sustained performance to careful workload management and a commitment to team success, highlighting his enduring impact on the
A family of four attempted suicide due to mounting debts, resulting in two deaths and two critically injured. Preliminary investigations suggest financial distress from a chit fund business and a daughter’s medical treatment led to the tragedy. The family recorded a video before the incident, citing pressure from lenders.
