Tech Mahindra Q4 results: Profit jumps 16% YoY, Rs 36/share dividend announced

Tech Mahindra concluded FY26 with a 13.15% rise in net profit to Rs 15,076 crore and a 7.2% revenue increase to Rs 56,815.4 crore, exceeding analyst expectations. The company is accelerating its AI-led transformation, evidenced by record deal wins, and has declared a final dividend of Rs 36 per share.

US tightens screws on high-skilled immigration: Denial rates surge across visa categories

US immigration routes for skilled Indian professionals are facing unprecedented uncertainty. Elite visa categories, including EB-1 and EB-2 NIW, have seen rejection rates nearly double and more than triple respectively. Even temporary visas like O-1 and L-1 are experiencing increased denials, signaling a significant tightening of pathways for top talent.

Mhatre to Banton: 5 players ruled out of IPL 2026 due to injuries

IPL 2026 is already seeing significant player withdrawals due to injuries, with Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad losing two players each. Tom Banton has also been ruled out. Several other key players were sidelined even before the tournament commenced, impacting team compositions midway through.

Odisha school headmaster puts stinging nettle in 10 students’ trousers as punishment

A shocking incident unfolded at a government school in Jajpur where a headmaster allegedly inserted stinging nettles into the trousers of ten students for causing classroom disturbances. The students suffered severe itching and rashes. Following widespread condemnation and protests by parents, the headmaster has been suspended pending further action, despite offering an apology.

Palantir CEO Alex Karp’s 22-point manifesto: Stop questioning if AI weapons should be built

Palantir CEO Alex Karp has published a manifesto urging Silicon Valley to build artificial intelligence weapons. He believes this technology is inevitable and that the tech sector has a moral duty to support national defense. Karp argues that adversaries will not wait for ethical debates. He states that the atomic age is ending and AI will define future military power.

Trump cuts legal immigration more than illegal crossings; students, H-1B flows hit

US legal immigration, particularly for students and skilled workers, has seen a steeper decline than illegal entries under the Trump administration. International students face increased visa hurdles and uncertainty, while H-1B visa issuances are pressured by higher fees and stricter rules. This trend risks impacting US innovation and competitiveness.

Doctor can’t be prosecuted for choosing medically valid procedure without proof of consent tampering: Supreme Court quashes case

A key aspect of the case was the opinion of a Medical Board constituted pursuant to directions of the High Court. The Board examined the medical records and histopathology reports and concluded that the removed testicle was small, cystic, dysplastic, and exhibited focal fibrosis.

US tourist given spiked drink, raped at Karnataka homestay

A tourist from the United States was allegedly raped at a homestay in Kodagu district, leading to the arrest of two individuals. The victim is receiving treatment in Mysuru, and authorities are conducting a thorough investigation. The incident has drawn condemnation, with calls for swift justice and stringent action.

Turning off transponders - How some Iran tankers carrying oil are sailing past US blockade

Data from Vortexa indicates that Iranian exports have persisted despite mounting pressure. At least 34 vessels linked to Iran, including tankers and gas carriers, have crossed through the Strait of Hormuz and the US blockade zone.

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Listening to music while eating makes food taste better? Science has a surprising answer

Science reveals sound significantly impacts our food experience, influencing taste perception and enjoyment. Researchers found high-pitched sounds enhance sweetness, while low tones amplify bitterness. Tempo affects eating speed, and volume can alter food choices. This crossmodal connection, where the brain links sound with flavour, is already shaping restaurant experiences.

Jobless man poisons pet dog, dies by suicide in Bareilly; cousin cites debt pressure

A 30-year-old man and his pet dog were found dead in a locked house in Bareilly. Police suspect the man poisoned his dog before dying by suicide due to financial distress and personal heartbreak. The discovery was made after a relative alerted authorities when the man became unreachable.

Trump cuts legal immigration more than illegal crossings; students, H-1B flows hit: says report

‘Mere bachhe ko maar diya’: Mother confronts Meerut blue drum murder accused Muskan outside court

Mother of Saurabh Rajput confronted the accused in the "blue drum" murder case outside a Meerut court, expressing her grief and demanding the death penalty. Rajput, a former Merchant Navy officer, was murdered and dismembered by his wife and her alleged lover. The trial is ongoing, with 22 witness statements recorded.