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Bengaluru: BSNL appears to be playing a stealthy game with its customers. While the company has not increased the prices of its prepaid recharge plans, many of them have effectively become more expensive. This is because BSNL has reduced the validity of several popular plans, resulting in an implicit tariff hike of up to 20%. The Hidden Price IncreaseAmid ongoing reports of tariff hikes expected from telecom operators starting 1 December, BSNL’s move could negatively impact its customers. Despite previously assuring users that it would not raise plan prices, the government-owned telecom company has quietly shortened the validity period of its prepaid plans, making them costlier per day of service. Some affected plans include: ₹99 Plan: Previously offered unlimited calls and 50MB ...

New Delhi: Vodafone Idea (Vi) has introduced a new prepaid plan priced at ₹548, offering 84 days of validity. Designed primarily for users who require long-term calling with minimal data usage, the plan includes unlimited voice calls, 100 free SMS per day, and 7GB of mobile data for the entire validity period. Affordable Plan Ahead of Expected Tariff Hike With reports indicating that telecom companies may increase prepaid tariffs from 1 December 2025, Vi’s latest plan comes as a relief for customers seeking an economical long-validity option. The pack is positioned as a calling-centric plan and costs less than ₹550, making it a practical choice for users who need extended validity without heavy data consumption. Daily Cost Less Than ₹7 The ₹548 plan essentially offers all benef...

**. Superintelligence Could Be a Threat As major global tech companies accelerate their efforts to build technologies beyond today’s AI, a new frontier—known as superintelligence—is gaining attention.Superintelligence represents an extremely advanced form of AI, far more capable than current systems. But according to Suleyman, speaking on The Silicon Valley Girl podcast, this technology could become impossible to control. What is Superintelligence? Suleyman explains that superintelligence would be an AI system that: Improves itself constantly without human help Sets its own goals Operates independently, beyond human command Becomes too powerful to restrict or regulate Such a system, he warns, could ultimately slip outside human control and pose a major risk ...

Beijing: China has successfully apprehended Xi Zhijiang, one of Asia’s largest cyber fraudsters, who had been running an extensive illegal online gambling network that had troubled the world. Xi, a Chinese national, was extradited from Thailand after a two-year legal battle. Global Cybercrime NetworkXi Zhijiang allegedly operated a massive online gambling and fraud network across Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos, defrauding thousands of people. He was first arrested in Bangkok in 2022 following an Interpol Red Corner Notice. Though Xi held a Cambodian passport, China pursued his extradition. After prolonged hearings, a Thai court approved his return to China. Scale of the Alleged CrimesAccording to reports, Xi’s operations were not limited to online gambling. The Chinese Ministry of Publi...

OnePlus has officially launched its latest flagship, OnePlus 15, in India. The phone is expected to compete with Samsung Galaxy S25 and iPhone 17, all priced between ₹70,000 and ₹85,000. Here’s a detailed comparison of their key features, specifications, and performance. Display Comparison OnePlus 15: Features a 6.78-inch QHD+ LTPO AMOLED display with a 165Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support, and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection. Samsung Galaxy S25: Comes with a 6.2-inch LTPO AMOLED 2X display, HDR10+ support, and 120Hz refresh rate with Gorilla Glass Victus 2. iPhone 17: Offers a 6.3-inch LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED display, 120Hz refresh rate, and Ceramic Shield 2 coating, with peak brightness reaching 3,000 nits. Processor and Operating System OnePlus 15: Powered by Qua...

Uber has launched a new in-app video recording feature in 10 Indian cities, aiming to address disputes and conflicts between drivers and passengers. According to reports, the feature is designed to ensure safety, transparency, and accountability during rides. Addressing Longstanding ChallengesConflicts between cab drivers and passengers are frequently shared on social media. Companies like Uber and Ola have long struggled with complaints from both sides. While dashcams offer a solution, most drivers in India do not use them. To overcome this, Uber has introduced video recording within the app, which can help capture the truth in case of disagreements. Cities Where the Feature is LiveInitially launched as a pilot project in May, the service is now active in Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, a...

A prominent computer scientist has made a startling claim: technology could make humans immortal by 2030, with artificial intelligence (AI) playing a central role in this revolutionary development. The Scientist Behind the ClaimAccording to a report by The Times of India, the claim comes from Ray Kurzweil, a veteran computer scientist and former Google engineer. Kurzweil, who has received the National Medal of Technology (1999) and been inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame (2002), believes that a combination of biotechnology, nanotechnology, and AI could dramatically extend human life, potentially making death a thing of the past. AI as the Key to ImmortalityIn his book, The Singularity Is Near, Kurzweil argues that by 2029, AI will match human intelligence, passing the ...

Bengaluru: Online frauds through dating apps are on the rise, and a recent incident from Bengaluru highlights the risks. A 42-year-old man, Jagdish C., was duped of ₹1.29 crore after being lured by a woman he met on the dating app Quack Quack. How the Scam UnfoldedAccording to reports, Jagdish established a friendship with a woman named Meghna Reddy on the app. She gained his trust and convinced him to invest money in an alleged international stock market scheme. Jagdish, believing the scheme to be legitimate, transferred funds multiple times through RTGS and NEFT, totaling over ₹1.29 crore. Fraudster Disappears After Securing FundsAfter receiving the money, Meghna, who claimed to be a woman, vanished. It remains unclear whether she was indeed female or someone else posing as her. Ja...

Mumbai/Delhi: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer confined to the technology sector; it is reshaping industries, professions, and everyday life across the globe—and India is no exception. From education and healthcare to agriculture, business, judiciary, and urban management, AI-driven systems are enhancing efficiency, improving decision-making, and driving innovation. 1. Education RevolutionIn India, where digital education is rapidly expanding, AI-powered smart classrooms, personalized learning platforms, and virtual tutors are transforming the way students learn. AI analyzes students’ learning pace, strengths, and weaknesses, providing customized study material while helping teachers refine their teaching methods. Globally, countries like Finland use AI for educational policy-m...