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Yatra launches DIYA, a multilingual AI-powered travel assistant to help users plan trips, get cheap flights and more
Yatra Online Limited, India’s leading online travel company, has unveiled DIYA, an advanced AI-driven travel assistant designed to transform the way travellers plan, book, and manage trips
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Airtel brings Apple Music to prepaid users: Here’s what we know
This is not the first time Airtel has added digital services to its recharge packs. The company has been actively bundling entertainment and productivity platforms with its plans.
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WhatsApp, Instagram screen sharing scam: What is it and why is it dangerous enough to bankrupt you in seconds
Fraudsters are misusing WhatsApp and Instagram screen sharing to steal banking details in real time. One mistake during a video call can expose passwords, OTPs, and drain accounts within seconds.
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Wordle today, August 17, 2025: Answer, hint, and tips for solving puzzle #1520
Today’s Wordle answer for August 17, 2025 (#1520) is LOUSY. See hints, strategies, game history, and other NYT puzzle solutions for the day.
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Microsoft to mandate 3 days work from office for employees: All the details
Since late 2020, Microsoft has followed a flexible work model, which allowed employees to split their time almost equally between home and office without seeking special approvals.
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4 pre-installed iPhone apps you can safely delete
Every iPhone ships with a bunch of Apple apps pre-installed, but let’s be honest—you don’t actually use all of them. Some are redundant, others just take up space, and a few feel stuck in the past. The good news? You can safely delete them without breaking anything. Here are four apps worth clearing out today
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Top 5 gaming keyboards you can buy under Rs 3,000
If you’re looking for a budget-friendly gaming or typing keyboard that doesn’t compromise on features, the Indian market has plenty of solid options under ₹3,500. Here’s a detailed look at five popular choices, each catering to different needs.
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OTT hack: This trick can help you save up to 60% every month on OTT subscriptions, here's how
Broadband bundles from Jio, Airtel, and Tata Play now include OTT apps with Wi-Fi, cutting streaming costs by up to 60% compared to individual subscriptions in 2025.
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75-year-old wanted to divorce wife for AI chatbot he was head over heels in love with
The man, identified only as Jiang, had become completely absorbed in a pixelated online companion, local media reported.
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Former Intel engineer Varun Gupta sentenced to 2 years probation, $34,472 fine for stealing company secrets
The problem came to light when Intel employees noticed something odd, Gupta, now negotiating with them as a Microsoft representative, seemed to have insider knowledge about Intel’s operations.
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NYT Strands for August 17, 2025: Here's are some hints and answer to today's puzzle
Today’s NYT Strands puzzle, themed “Think again!”, featured the Spangram RightBrain with theme words FEELINGS, CREATIVITY, INTUITION, and SPONTANEITY, highlighting imagination and emotional thinking over strict logic.
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Poco M7 Plus vs Vivo T4X: Which budget 5G phone should you pick?
The Poco M7 Plus and Vivo T4X both launched in the same price bracket of ₹13,999 for the 6GB/128GB variant, making them strong contenders in the budget 5G smartphone segment. While they look similar on paper, closer inspection reveals key differences. Here’s a comparison in five major areas.
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Why ChatGPT-maker Sam Altman thinks that AI needs devices and hardware beyond smartphones and PCs
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says current smartphones and computers are not suited for AI, stressing the need for new, always-aware hardware that can enable proactive AI companions.
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Google Photos Remix: How to use the new AI feature to turn your photos into cartoons
Powered by generative AI, the tool can turn selfies, portraits, or even pet photos into versions resembling 3D animation, anime, sketch drawings, or comic book panels.
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says he can't remember the last time he searched on Google
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says it’s been so long since he last used Google Search that he “cannot tell” when it was — a telling sign of how much he now relies on ChatGPT, even as his company partners with Google on cloud infrastructure.
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Spanish couple accuses ChatGPT of spoiling their Puerto Rico dream trip with bad travel advice
The video spread quickly across TikTok and YouTube, drawing thousands of views. Reactions, however, were divided.
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Mumbai woman orders 1 litre milk, ends up losing Rs 18.5 lakh in online scam
The woman, who lives in Wadala, received a call earlier this month from a man who introduced himself as “Deepak,” claiming to be an executive from a milk company
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OpenAI tweaks ChatGPT's personality to feel warmer and more approachable
OpenAI is rolling out subtle updates to GPT-5’s personality, aiming to make conversations feel less formal and more natural without drifting into flattery or excessive politeness.
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‘This was on us’: Sam Altman on what went wrong with GPT-5 launch and why users are not liking it
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OpenAI's Perplexity Comet and Google Chrome rival to use ChatGPT Agent for automation
OpenAI’s upcoming Chromium-based browser may integrate ChatGPT Agent for local automation, enabling tab control and workflows beyond today’s cloud-based virtual browser setup.
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Anthropic bans nuclear, chemical weapons chats with Claude AI
Amid growing scrutiny of AI safety, Anthropic has updated its usage policy for Claude, expanding restrictions on dangerous applications and reinforcing safeguards against misuse.
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Infinix GT 30 5G+ review: Gaming power on a budget
Infinix has unveiled the GT 30 5G+, a gaming-focused smartphone aimed at the sub-Rs 20,000 market. Packed with features like shoulder gaming triggers, a 144Hz AMOLED display, and a 5500mAh battery with bypass charging, the device is clearly designed with gamers in mind. But with prices starting at Rs 17,999, it also faces stiff competition from performance-first rivals.
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Redmi Note 15 Pro+ confirmed to launch this month, will likely be powered by the same chipset as 14 Pro+
Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 15 series is set to launch in China this month, with a global release to follow in the coming weeks. A new leak suggests that the top-end smartphone in the lineup, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+, will likely be powered by the same chipset as its predecessor.
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Ex-Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal is back with his new AI Startup: All the details
