Infosys, ExxonMobil expand partnership to develop immersion cooling for AI data centres

Business | Updated: Feb 12, 2026

• Infosys and ExxonMobil to collaborate on immersion cooling for data centers.
• Infosys Topaz and Cobalt to enhance cooling and scalable AI infrastructure
• Goal: Cut energy costs and carbon emissions for enterprises and hyperscalers

Harry Styles surprises fans during Ryan Gosling’s SNL monologue; Anoushka Shankar joins Gorillaz for special performance

Entertainment | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Ryan Gosling hosted SNL, promoting his film Project Hail Mary
• Harry Styles surprised fans during Gosling's monologue.
• Anoushka Shankar performed with Gorillaz, Asha Puthli, Black Thought

UK07 rider Anurag Dobhal undergoes surgery after suicide attempt, manager shares ‘he is in OT’ update

Entertainment | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Anurag Dobhal severely injured in car crash after suicide attempt
• Dobhal is under medical supervision and has undergone surgery
• Fans and creators show support during his hospital recovery

Ustad Shujaat Husain Khan collaborates with Pandit Rakesh Chaurasia; says, 'Jugalbandi should be surrender, not competition' - Exclusive interview

Entertainment | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Sitarist Shujaat Khan and flautist Rakesh Chaurasia perform together
• Strings & Wind tour celebrates dialogue, not competition
• Collaboration focuses on spontaneity and musical surrender

Iran war triggers oil shock for Pakistan: Import bill may hit $600 million as country scrambles for fuel supplies

World | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

Pakistan’s economy faces new strain as West Asia conflict drives oil prices above $100, raising monthly import bills and fueling inflation. Islamabad seeks IMF relief and alternative supply routes, but consumers face sharp fuel price hikes amid limited government options.

Travel insurance surprises: exclusions many travellers discover only when they file a claim

Business | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Travel insurance excludes pre-existing conditions unless declared
• Adventure sports often need extra coverage, not in basic policies
• Lost luggage must be reported quickly with written confirmation

Shahid Kapoor returns to set for Farzi 2, shares BTS pic with Raj & DK

Entertainment | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Shahid Kapoor starts filming Farzi season 2 with Raj & DK
• Fans excited as Farzi 2 production officially begins
• Farzi 2 premiere date yet to be announced

Oscars: Indian feature films have ever been nominated in the International Feature category

Entertainment | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Mother India was India's first Oscar-nominated film in 1958
• Nargis's performance in Mother India is acclaimed as powerful
• The film highlights sacrifice, motherhood, and rural resilience

Retail petrol, diesel prices unlikely to be hiked amid rising global oil rates: Govt sources

World | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Petrol, diesel prices stable despite global oil surge
• Oil companies can handle rising costs comfortably.
• Strait of Hormuz closure disrupts 20% of world oil supply

Thousands gather in Tehran to pledge allegiance to Mojtaba Khamenei, new Supreme Leader likely to address Iran

World | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei was appointed Iran's third Supreme Leader by the Assembly of Experts. Thousands gathered in Tehran to pledge allegiance, marking a new chapter amid regional tensions. Khamenei is seen as a hardline leader, rejecting compromise with the West.

Lisa faces privacy breach after Jakarta café shares CCTV footage; agency LLOUD issues warning

Entertainment | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Lisa's privacy breached after café posted CCTV footage online
• LLOUD urges public not to share or engage with leaked content
• BLACKPINK's new album Deadline sets debut sales record

From parents to wife to nephews: War tears through Mojtaba Khamenei’s family as he rises to lead Iran

World | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Mojtaba Khamenei's family members killed in recent airstrikes
• He is now Iran's Supreme Leader, backed by China and Russia
• Civilian deaths in Iran have reached 1,332 amid ongoing conflict

From Disha Patani to Rohit Shetty: Firing incidents that shook celebrity homes

Entertainment | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Gunshots fired near homes of Shetty, Patani, and Khan
• No injuries reported in any of the incidents
• Police investigations and security measures were increased

Scientists uncover hidden species of Borneo's "fanged frogs" through DNA analysis

Science | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• DNA study finds Borneo fanged frogs are 6-7 hidden species
• Fanged frogs are rare, threatened by habitat loss and climate change.
• Genetic testing reveals complex species formation and gene flow

From protests to courtroom drama: How Mamata is turning SIR into political ammo ahead of Bengal election

Politics | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Over 63 lakh voter names deleted in West Bengal since SIR began
• Mamata Banerjee protests SIR, calls it BJP-EC conspiracy
• Supreme Court allows SIR but orders judicial supervision

Pakistan ramps up Chinese arms imports as India pushes Atmanirbhar Bharat: What SIPRI data reveals | Explained

World | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

SIPRI data shows Pakistan’s arms imports surged, with 80% from China, deepening reliance. India remains a major importer but is reducing dependence by boosting domestic production under Atmanirbhar Bharat, diversifying suppliers, and increasing defence exports.

Anthropic study reveals six jobs least likely to be replaced by AI

Technology | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Jobs with physical tasks face less risk from AI automation
• Cooks, mechanics, lifeguards, bartenders, and dishwashers are safer.
• Manual trades and service roles remain less exposed to AI

Jasprit Bumrah's wife Sanjana Ganesan earns up to Rs 40 lakh per appearance: Report

Entertainment | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Sanjana Ganesan leads in Indian cricket broadcasting.
• She hosts major tournaments, earning Rs 20-40 lakh per event
• Her net worth is estimated at Rs 8 crore from media work

Rumours of rift surround Suriya's Karuppu as legal action speculation emerges

Entertainment | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Karuppu's release delayed despite filming being completed
• Production company denies conflict rumors with director RJ Balaji
• No official release date announced for Karuppu yet

KSDNEB GNM Nursing Result 2026 OUT for January 2026 @ ksdneb.org; direct link here

Education | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• KSDNEB GNM exam results for January 2026 session released online
• Students can check and download mark sheets at ksdneb.org
• Passing students promoted or can apply for internships and jobs

Sheetala ashtami 2026: Complete mantra lyrics, meaning and health benefits

Religion | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Sheetala Ashtami 2026 falls on March 11 across India
• Devotees worship Goddess Sheetala for protection from diseases
• Chanting Sheetala Mata mantra is believed to bring good health

Meet Buddharoid: An AI-powered humanoid robot that can act like a Buddhist priest made in Japan

Science | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Kyoto University unveils Buddharoid, an AI Buddhist priest robot.
• Buddharoid offers spiritual guidance and performs temple rituals.
• Japan faces priest shortages, the Buddharoid supports temple services.

OU Results 2026 (OUT): Osmania University Semester-I marks for BCom, BSc, BBA, BA @ osmania.ac.in; direct link here

Education | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Osmania University announced Semester-I UG results
• Check results at osmania.ac.in with Hall Ticket Number
• Original marksheets must be collected from respective colleges

Creators power World Cup buzz as T20 tournament generates 860 mn social media engagements

Trends | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Creators drove 87 percent of T20 World Cup 2026 social engagement
• India matches, especially the final, saw highest online buzz
• Brands spent Rs 80-100 crore on creator marketing during tourney

Pradeep Ranganathan gets a hefty pay cheque from Mythri Movie Makers: Reports

Entertainment | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Pradeep Ranganathan gets Rs 50 crore offer from Mythri Movie Makers
• Advance payment already made, official announcement awaited
• Fans excited as Pradeep hints at upcoming projects and sequels

Thinking of retiring early? Here’s how to prepare financially

Business | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Early retirement needs savings to last 30-40 years or more
• Inflation and healthcare costs are major risks for early retirees
• Supplemental income can ease pressure on retirement savings

Sedemac Mechatronics shares expected to list with modest gains; analysts recommend partial profit booking

Business | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Sedemac Mechatronics shares likely to list with modest gains.
• Shares command a grey market premium of up to 5 percent.
• Analysts suggest partial profit booking on listing day.

Private life insurers clock strong February growth; Axis Max Life, Canara HSBC lead

Business | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Axis Max Life and Canara HSBC Life reported strong premium growth
• LIC premiums rose 24 percent year-on-year, APE surged 34 percent
• SBI Life and LIC shares gained over 1 percent after initial dip

Turkey deploys six F-16 fighter jets, air defence systems to northern Cyprus

World | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• Turkey deployed six F-16 jets and air defence to northern Cyprus
• Deployment to enhance Turkish Cypriot security amid tensions
• Turkey warns more measures may follow if needed

NATO intercepts second ballistic missile fired at Turkey

World | Updated: Mar 09, 2026

• NATO intercepts Iranian missile in Turkish airspace.
• Debris fell near Gaziantep, close to US and NATO military sites.
• Turkey warned Iran, vowed action against future threats.