The Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has rescheduled its Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE)-2025, originally set for June 20, 2026, to June 28, 2026. This postponement, affecting posts like Revenue Inspector and ICDS Supervisor, is due to unavoidable circumstances related to the NEET (UG) 2026 examination. Candidates will receive new admit cards by June 24, 2026, with all other recruitment conditions remaining unchanged
A 19-year-old of Punjabi origin, Gaurav Chopra, has been arrested in Texas for allegedly killing his parents and grandmother. The incident occurred just months after the family visited their native village in India. His brother narrowly escaped the attack, reporting Gaurav fled the scene. Investigators are seeking a motive for the shocking crime.
Major tech firms like Amazon and Meta are curbing employee AI tool usage due to escalating costs. The shift from simple chatbots to powerful AI agents, which consume more computing power and are billed per token, has led to unexpected expenses. Companies are now implementing usage caps and encouraging more strategic AI deployment to manage these rising bills.
House flipping, a popular investment strategy, involves buying distressed properties, renovating them, and selling for a profit. Success hinges on finding undervalued homes, meticulously managing renovation budgets to avoid unexpected costs like plumbing or foundation issues, and timing the market for a quick sale. While offering substantial returns and the satisfaction of transformation, this venture carries inherent risks due to significant upfront investment and fluctuating market conditions.
Two key operatives of the banned Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF), Gurwinder Singh and Manjeet Singh, have been deported from Malaysia following a joint intelligence and police operation. Apprehended in Delhi, they are accused of being crucial links in a terror module targeting railway infrastructure in Punjab. Investigations revealed their role in channeling funds from Malaysia to support planned attacks aimed at disrupting peace in the state.
The Supreme Court has declared the right to walk a fundamental right, integral to life and free movement. The apex court urged the government to enact a law ensuring well-demarcated footpaths on all roads, prioritizing pedestrian safety over motorized vehicles. This landmark ruling empowers citizens to seek legal recourse for violations and mandates civic bodies to maintain pedestrian infrastructure, transforming urban and rural living.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has countered widespread fears of AI causing job losses, instead predicting a future labour shortage. He believes AI will boost productivity, enabling humans to achieve more and driving demand for workers. This optimistic view contrasts sharply with concerns from the public, policymakers, and even AI leaders about potential workforce disruption and job displacement.
