The launch comes as AI companies increasingly shift from conventional chatbots towards autonomous agents capable of taking actions on behalf of users.
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The launch comes as AI companies increasingly shift from conventional chatbots towards autonomous agents capable of taking actions on behalf of users.
Brad Lightcap, one of OpenAI's longest-serving executives and a close aide to Sam Altman, is leaving the company to start a new venture.
Russia has nominated former CJI DY Chandrachud as its arbitrator in Oschadbank’s investment dispute over assets in Ukraine. The claim, reportedly worth hundreds of millions of dollars, stems from Russia’s 2022 invasion.
IndiGo flight 6E-723 from Kolkata triggered a full emergency at Chennai Airport after a left-engine fault. The aircraft landed safely with 224 people on board, while all passengers and crew disembarked safely.
The Centre has blocked 3,718 apps to combat cyber fraud, helping prevent losses of over Rs11,158 crore. More than 15.75 lakh SIM cards and 5.77 lakh IMEIs were also blocked, while suspect accounts were flagged.
New York and New Jersey have proclaimed August 15, 2026, as India Independence Day, recognising India's 80th Independence Day and the Indian-American community's contributions to both states and India-US ties.
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro series is tipped to launch in September 2026 with an A20 Pro chip, variable-aperture 48MP camera, smaller Dynamic Island, larger batteries, LTPO+ OLED displays and a new C2 modem.
The iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is tipped to launch in October 2026 with a Dimensity 9500 chipset, 2K 144Hz OLED display, up to 16GB RAM, 9,000mAh battery, 100W charging and 50MP cameras.
Vivo's X500 series, including the X500, X500e, X500 Pro and Pro Max, is tipped to launch in September 2026 with up to 200MP telephoto cameras, 144Hz displays and next-gen chipsets.
Google’s Gemini app has crossed 1 billion monthly users, becoming its fastest-growing product. Voice, Live, student attachments, image generation and app automation are driving adoption across Android, iOS and macOS.
Two people, including a 2.5-year-old child, died and six were injured after a fire broke out on the 11th floor of a residential building in Mumbai's Vile Parle West. The blaze was later brought under control.
Anthropic is adding invisible, machine-readable watermarks to Claude-generated text and provenance metadata to supported files. The system aims to improve AI transparency but does not definitively prove Claude authored the content.
A viral video allegedly showing a Gurugram woman assaulting her domestic worker has prompted police action. The accused was arrested after an FIR was registered, while the worker reportedly left the job and returned to Nepal.
The Maharashtra FDA suspended a Blinkit facility's food licence after finding cockroach infestation and hygiene violations in Mumbai. A Reliance Retail outlet in Buldhana was also inspected after larvae were allegedly found in kaju katli.
The directive also prohibits commercial establishments from creating unauthorised access points to highways.
FSSAI has introduced new packaging rules for pan masala, restricting plastic, synthetic materials and aluminium foil. Manufacturers can use paper, paperboard, cellulose, tin or glass, marking a shift towards plastic-free packaging.
Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 series and possibly its first foldable iPhone at a September 9 event. New Apple Watch models, HomePod mini 2 and Apple TV 4K could also be announced, though details remain unconfirmed.
More than 5,000 applications were screened for the first Ram Temple Trust CEO post, with 18 candidates shortlisted. The final interviews will be held in Ayodhya on August 11 and 12, with three names to be recommended.
Two earthquakes measuring 3.2 and 3.4 magnitude struck Jawhar in Maharashtra’s Palghar district, triggering panic among residents. No major damage was reported, while authorities launched measures to address public concerns.
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro series is rumoured to bring a 2nm A20 Pro chip, smaller Dynamic Island, variable-aperture camera, larger batteries and new colours. The Pro models are expected to launch in September 2026.