The Times of India Google’s Astra is the 'universal AI agent' to help you in everyday life

Demis Hassabis unveils Project Astra at Google I/O 2024, featuring conversational nuances and object recognition. He acknowledges Google's expertise in infrastructure optimization, emphasizing Astra's AI agents' diverse range and the use of the Gemini 1.5 Pro model.

The Times of India Google’s Astra is the 'universal AI agent' to help you in everyday life

Demis Hassabis unveils Project Astra at Google I/O 2024, featuring conversational nuances and object recognition. He acknowledges Google's expertise in infrastructure optimization, emphasizing Astra's AI agents' diverse range and the use of the Gemini 1.5 Pro model.

The Times of India Countries which have to go to court to decide result of polls are giving us lectures: Jaishankar

The Times of India Kangana's assets: Over Rs 91 cr, 50 LIC policies and a debt of Rs 17 cr

Kangana Ranaut, who is the Lok Sabha candidate for BJP from Mandi in Himachal Pradesh, has disclosed assets worth Rs 91.65 crore in her nomination documents. According to the poll papers, Kangana possesses seven commercial buildings and two residential buildings. Furthermore, she has a debt of Rs 17 crore. The Bollywood actress owns four vehicles.

The Times of India Why AC makers may lose Rs 1200-1500 crore despite heatwave

AC manufacturers in India face shortage due to high demand from early heatwave. Companies like Voltas, Daikin, and Blue Star struggle to meet needs. Summer set in early, with 35°C temperature reported in many parts, especially in southern India. Production planning fell short, and import restrictions from China worsen the situation.

The Times of India Head of Amazon's most-profitable business is leaving, what CEO said

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announces leadership change at Amazon Web Services (AWS). Adam Selipsky steps down, replaced by Matt Garman. AWS aims for $100 billion revenue, competes in AI. Garman, AWS veteran, surprises with appointment. Amazon's stock up despite news.

The Times of India What is cold lava? Phenomenon that has caused havoc in Indonesia

Flash floods, landslides, and a destructive stream of cold lava from Mount Marapi, which is an active volcano in Sumatra, Indonesia, caused the deaths of at least 43 people and left 19 individuals missing over the past weekend. Cold lava, also known as "lahar' in Javanese, comprises a mixture of water and rock fragments that flows rapidly down the slopes of a volcano.

The Times of India Watch: Goenka applauds Rahul's diving catch

LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka hosted KL Rahul for dinner on Monday night amid rumours of rift between the two after his public reprimand of the skipper post the loss against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Picture of Goenka and Rahul meet-up, both hugging Rahul, went instantly viral on social media.

The Times of India 'Never laid nails for China': Kejriwal slams Centre on farmers march

Speaking to AAP supporters during a roadshow in Haryana, Delhi's Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal remarked on the diminishing popularity of the BJP across the country, predicting they are unlikely to clinch more than 230 seats in the forthcoming elections. In Kurukshetra's Pehowa, he rallied the people of Haryana to spark a "revolution" aimed at ousting the saffron party-led alliance from its position of power at the Centre.

The Times of India Solar storm had no major impact on satellites, says Isro

Isro announced its diligent surveillance and acquisition of data concerning the potent solar storm unleashed by the notably active sunspot region AR13664. This event, which occurred in early May 2024, instigated a barrage of vigorous X-class flares and coronal mass ejections (CMEs) directed towards Earth. The ensuing geomagnetic storm marked the most powerful occurrence since 2003, leading to disturbances in communication and GPS systems, particularly in regions of high latitudes.

The Times of India Solar storm had no major impact on satellites, says Isro

Isro announced its diligent surveillance and acquisition of data concerning the potent solar storm unleashed by the notably active sunspot region AR13664. This event, which occurred in early May 2024, instigated a barrage of vigorous X-class flares and coronal mass ejections (CMEs) directed towards Earth. The ensuing geomagnetic storm marked the most powerful occurrence since 2003, leading to disturbances in communication and GPS systems, particularly in regions of high latitudes.

The Times of India Watch: KL Rahul takes a fine diving catch to send Shai Hope back

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) skipper KL Rahul's reflexes and agility were on full display as he lunged to grasp the ball, ensuring that Hope had to depart. Such moments of brilliance can shift the momentum of a game, and Rahul's effort did just that. The crowd and his teammates applauded the catch, recognising the difficulty and the finesse with which it was executed.

The Times of India T20 WC: India to play semis in Guyana if they reach last-four stage

India will play the second semifinal of the T20 World Cup in Guyana on June 27 if the cricketing giants reach the last four stage of the competition. As per ICC's playing conditions for the showpiece in the USA and Caribbean, reserve day is only kept for the final in Barbados on June 29.

The Times of India Mamata's offer to 'cook' for PM Modi sparks row

BJP criticizes Mamata Banerjee's offer to cook for PM Modi, questioning her intentions and accusing her of political agendas. Banerjee responds to PM Modi's allegations on RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav's diet during Navratri, expressing willingness to cook for the PM but unsure if he would enjoy her food.

The Times of India Billboard collapse: BJP blames Uddhav; Shiv Sena UBT hits back

BJP leader Ram Kadam on X shared a photo of owner Bhavesh Bhinde with Uddhav Thackeray at the latter's residence and wrote, " ... This is a disturbing picture. Who patronised those unauthorised hoardings? This is clear from this picture. In response, Uddhav faction leader Anand Dubey said, "Even after such an unfortunate incident happened, the BJP and its leader Ram Kadam are not refraining from doing politics." The 100-foot-tall illegal billboard fell at a petrol pump in Ghatkopar during dust storms and unseasonal rains in Mumbai on Monday claiming 14 lives.