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Reliance Industries Ltd, led by Mukesh Ambani, announced that Jio will launch an artificial intelligence (AI) platform designed to allow users to access services in their own language. Speaking at the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Rajkot, Ambani said the platform will be supported by the upcoming AI data centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat, and aims to make AI services more efficient and widely accessible. “In Jamnagar, we are building India’s largest AI-ready data centre to provide affordable AI for every Indian. Jio will introduce a people-first intelligence platform, developed in India for India and the world, allowing citizens, starting from…

KJ Yesudas, born on January 10, 1940, in Kerala, is a singer whose voice combined rare sweetness with deep emotion. Over a career spanning six decades, he performed more than 50,000 songs in multiple languages, earning the title of Ganagandharvan, or “celestial singer,” from his fans. Few artists have matched his versatility. He has sung in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Odia, and even in English, Arabic, Latin, and Russian. He won eight National Awards for Best Male Playback Singer, a record that remains unmatched. Yesudas was born in Kochi to a family steeped in music and theatre. His father,…

The Adani Group plans to invest Rs 1.5 lakh crore in Gujarat’s Kutch region over the next five years, reaffirming its long-term commitment to the state, according to Adani Ports and SEZ Limited Managing Director Karan Adani. Speaking at an event in Rajkot attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Karan Adani said the proposed investments reflect India’s approach to balancing economic growth with climate responsibility and energy security. He described Gujarat as central to the Adani Group’s growth, noting that the state has been the foundation of the group’s development since its early years. He added that Chairman Gautam Adani…

Etihad Rail has unveiled the full plan for the UAE’s national passenger rail network, marking a major milestone in the country’s transport development. The network will connect 11 cities and regions, linking communities across the Emirates with strategically placed stations to form the nation’s first fully integrated passenger rail system. The project is designed to offer safe, reliable, and efficient travel for residents, citizens, and tourists alike. Initially, four main stations will operate in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, and Fujairah, with additional stations to be rolled out in phases. Etihad Rail’s modern passenger trains are designed to connect Dubai and…

The Indian Railways is undertaking its most ambitious modernization drive to date, aimed at connecting regions, improving logistics, and boosting regional development. The National Rail Plan (NRP) Vision 2030, extending to 2051, outlines this effort, which will make the rail network the backbone of the country with a total investment of ₹5.4 lakh crore. The Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link, spanning 272 km and costing ₹44,000 crore, opened in June 2025. Traversing the challenging Himalayas, it includes 36 tunnels totaling 119 km and 943 bridges. The Chenab Rail Bridge, at 359 meters, is the world’s highest railway arch bridge, surpassing the Eiffel Tower…

Ric Flair, known worldwide as the “Nature Boy,” remains one of wrestling’s most recognizable figures decades after his in-ring career ended. Even today, he attracts attention through appearances, brand partnerships, and media coverage of his life. However, Flair’s net worth in 2025, estimated at around $500,000, tells a more complicated story than fans might expect. Despite earning millions during wrestling’s boom years, Flair faced significant financial challenges. A combination of medical expenses, extravagant lifestyle spending, divorces, and unsuccessful business ventures has significantly reduced the fortune once amassed by one of wrestling’s all-time greats. Analysts note that while Flair’s larger-than-life persona cemented his place in…

If you look at school toppers, nine out of ten are girls. By Class 12, that number drops to eight out of ten. When they reach college, it comes down to seven. What happens after that is the most worrying part. Only a small fraction of these women enter the workforce. Then come marriage, two children, and gradually, women disappear from public life. This is what is often called the “theory of disappearing women.” By the time they turn fifty, they reappear. This, says C.K. Kumaravel, co-founder of Naturals Salon, is the reality for most women of our generation. However,…

The San Francisco 49ers, one of the National Football League’s (NFL) most storied franchises owe much of their business success to the long-term vision of the York family, whose ownership transformed a modest investment into a multi-billion-dollar sports empire. In 1987, the York family acquired the 49ers for approximately $13 million. Over the ensuing decades, the franchise’s value skyrocketed, fuelled by a combination of on-field success, strategic leadership, branding, media deals, and stadium development. As of 2025, the team is valued at around $8.4 billion, reflecting one of the most remarkable growth stories in American sports business. Key drivers of this value surge include the 49ers’ consistent competitiveness,…

Nelly Korda, the American professional golfer, has risen to become one of the most consistent and powerful stars in women’s golf, combining on-course success with strong financial returns. As of 2026, her net worth is estimated between $12.5 million and $15 million, according to industry reports. Born on July 28, 1998, in Bradenton, Florida, Nelly comes from a celebrated sports family, her father, Petr Korda, is a former tennis Grand Slam champion, and her older sister, Jessica Korda, is also an LPGA professional. Nelly turned professional in 2016 and quickly made an impact on the LPGA Tour, securing 15 LPGA wins along with major victories such as the 2021 Women’s PGA Championship and the 2024…

Mahindra has officially launched the XUV 7XO in the Indian market, with prices starting at Rs 13.66 lakh (ex-showroom). The new SUV replaces the XUV700 and follows Mahindra’s updated naming strategy, similar to the earlier transition from XUV300 to XUV 3XO. Pre-bookings for the XUV 7XO began last month at Rs 21,000. Test drives are set to commence from January 8, while bookings and deliveries will open from January 14. Customers who pre-booked the SUV will receive priority deliveries. Design and Styling The XUV 7XO carries forward the familiar silhouette of the XUV700 while introducing subtle but noticeable updates. At…