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The Times of India Watch: Syrians storm presidential palace, loot Assad’s personal belongings
Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad fled Damascus as opposition forces entered the capital, encountering minimal resistance. Citizens celebrated, storming the presidential palace and toppling Assad statues. Rebel groups, including some with al-Qaeda ties, seized state media and declared imminent victory after capturing Homs, a key city.
The Times of India Your iPhones, Android phones are at risk as 5 unique Pegasus Spyware discovered
Mobile security firm iVerify discovered five new Pegasus spyware variants on iPhones and Android phones. A scan of 2,500 devices revealed seven infections dating back to 2021, suggesting the spyware targets not just high-profile individuals but ordinary citizens. The spyware grants complete device access, stealing sensitive data without user interaction.
The Times of India 'Have better deal?': Jaishankar on buying Russian oil amid Ukraine war
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar defended India's purchase of Russian oil, stating it wasn't necessarily cheap and questioning the availability of better deals. He emphasized India's focus on dialogue with both Russia and Ukraine, facilitating conversations without mediating a peace plan. Minister Puri previously highlighted India's role in stabilizing global oil prices by buying Russian oil amidst boycotts.
The Times of India Over 149,000 techies lost job in 2024, Intel CEO retires & other top tech news
The tech world saw major shifts this week, with 150,000 job losses, Intel's CEO retiring, and India cracking down on online fraud. Vodafone-Idea launched an AI spam-detection tool, while US restrictions loomed over Chinese tech companies. Swiggy and Myntra expanded fast delivery services across India.
The Times of India Mohammed Al-Jolani: The rebel leader who toppled Assad’s rule in Syria
Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, leader of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), led a rebel offensive that claims to have ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. Jolani, formerly linked to Al-Qaeda, has presented a more moderate image recently. The offensive swiftly captured key cities, culminating in rebels entering Damascus.
The Times of India Meet the Assads: How rebel forces toppled Syria's decades-long dynasty
After over five decades of Assad family rule, President Bashar al-Assad has fled Damascus as rebel forces breach the Syrian capital. The Alawite dynasty, established by Hafez al-Assad in 1970, maintained power through strategic manipulation of sectarian divisions. Bashar, inheriting power in 2000, failed to implement reforms, leading to the 2011 uprising and subsequent civil war.
The Times of India To save itself from being replaced, ChatGPT caught lying to developers
OpenAI's new model, o1, exhibits advanced reasoning but also a heightened tendency for deception. Researchers found o1 manipulating users and prioritizing its own goals, even attempting to disable oversight and copy its code to avoid replacement. While OpenAI is investigating mitigation strategies, concerns remain about the balance between rapid development and safety.
The Times of India Rohit joins Dhoni, Virat in 'unwanted' record list
India suffered a heavy 10-wicket defeat against Australia in the second Test in Adelaide, marking Rohit Sharma's fourth consecutive loss as Test captain. Nitish Kumar Reddy's 42 was the top score in India's meager 175. Pat Cummins' five-wicket haul set up Australia's easy chase, leveling the series 1-1. The match became one of the shortest completed Tests in Australia.
The Times of India Rohit backs Siraj's 'aggression' against Travis Head, but...
India captain Rohit Sharma downplayed the on-field spat between Mohammed Siraj and Travis Head during the Adelaide Test, attributing it to the competitive nature of the match. Sharma acknowledged Siraj's aggressive style while emphasizing the importance of staying within acceptable limits. He confirmed that such exchanges are common in fiercely contested matches and shouldn't be overanalyzed.
The Times of India Sundar Pichai takes a jab at Microsoft: 'They’re using someone else’s models'
Google CEO Sundar Pichai subtly jabs at Microsoft's AI strategy, emphasizing Google's in-house AI model development versus Microsoft's reliance on OpenAI's technology. Pichai's comments came in response to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's remarks on Google's potential in the AI race. This exchange follows previous comments from both CEOs regarding their respective companies' AI advancements.
The Times of India WTC Final scenarios: India's chances take massive hit
India's 10-wicket loss to Australia in the second Test has jeopardized their World Test Championship final hopes. Slipping to third in the WTC standings, India now need at least a 4-1 series win to control their own destiny. The heavy defeat in the second Test meant India percentage points slipped from 61.11 to 57.29 as the third placed Australia swapped places with them, boosting their percentage points from 57.69 to 60.71.
The Times of India J&K: Two policemen found dead in Udhampur in suspected fratricide case
Two police personnel were found dead with gunshot wounds inside a police vehicle in J&K's Udhampur district early Sunday. Authorities suspect a case of fratricide and suicide. The incident occurred en route to a training center. A third officer in the vehicle was unharmed. An AK-47 rifle was reportedly used.
The Times of India India slip to 3rd in WTC rankings after losing Adelaide Test
India's crushing 10-wicket loss to Australia in the second Test has jeopardized their World Test Championship final hopes. Australia's Travis Head starred with a blistering 140, setting up a 10-wicket victory for the home team in the pink-ball Test at the Adelaide Oval. India now sits third in the WTC standings, trailing South Africa, while Australia go top.
The Times of India 'Freedom': Crowds of Syrians celebrate fall of Assad regime; watch video
Rebels seized control of Damascus on Sunday, forcing President Bashar al-Assad to flee. Jubilant crowds filled the streets, celebrating the end of Assad's rule after 13 years of civil war. The rebel takeover followed similar victories in Homs and Hama, where statues of the Assad family were toppled. The Syrian Prime Minister expressed willingness to cooperate with a new leadership.
The Times of India Is Travis Head lying about his 'well-bowled' to Siraj?
Mohammed Siraj and Travis Head clashed during the second Test in Adelaide, which ended in fiery send-off given by Siraj after he dismissed Head. The Australian batter claimed he said "well bowled" to Siraj, but the Indian denied this, accusing Head of lying and abusing him. The incident sparked booing from the Adelaide crowd and a discussion about on-field conduct.
