Oracle has started laying off employees across its global offices, with workers receiving termination emails at 6AM from “Oracle Leadership” informing them their roles had been eliminated. Teams like RHS, SVOS, and NetSuite IDC were among the first hit. The job cuts could hit 20,000 to 30,000 people—roughly 18% of Oracle’s workforce—as the company looks
OpenAI’s Sam Altman claims AGI is within reach, with AI agents set to transform workplaces this year. Rival Anthropic’s CEO, Dario Amodei, echoes the rapid progress but expresses deep concern over society’s lack of preparedness. He warns of a looming ‘tsunami’ of AI advancement, with governments and the public failing to grasp the profound implications
A massive theft of 12 tonnes of KitKat bars in Europe has sparked a humorous online trend. Tech giants like Microsoft and Amazon have issued witty statements, distancing themselves from the incident while playfully promoting their services. Nestle’s light-hearted confirmation of the heist, involving over 413,000 bars, set the tone for the viral response.
The BJP’s Kerala election manifesto pledges a Rs 3,000 monthly welfare pension for needy women and seniors, alongside 20,000 litres of free water per household. The party also promised two free LPG cylinders annually for poor families and a Rs 2,500 monthly health card. Key development plans include an AIIMS and a high-speed rail network.
A legal battle over a Rs 30,000 crore inheritance is intensifying. Following businessman Sunjay Kapur’s death, his wife Priya has filed a defamation case against his sister, Mandhira. The court granted Priya time to respond to Mandhira’s request for specific documents related to the ongoing defamation proceedings.
IndiGo Airlines has appointed former British Airways chief William Walsh as its new CEO, effective August 3, 2026. This strategic move follows the resignation of Pieter Elbers earlier this month. Walsh, currently with IATA, brings extensive global aviation experience and a customer-focused leadership style to guide IndiGo’s next phase of growth and transformation.
A 27-year-old man of Indian origin, Jasman Sekhon, was fatally shot in Surrey, Canada, in what authorities suspect is a targeted attack linked to organized crime and the drug trade. The brazen incident occurred Saturday evening, with witnesses reporting a chase before the shooting.
Veteran pacer Mohammed Shami has stated retirement is not on his mind, emphasising he will only step away when he feels bored, not due to age, selection, or injuries. Despite being out of the national setup for over a year, Shami remains focused on his performance and enjoying the game, aiming to deliver for his
