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'India has a sea of opportunities with AI', said Cathy Li, Head of AI, Data, and Metaverse at WEF. At Davos, this year AI has taken center stage. When it comes to AI there's a lot at stake, from governance to policies and equal opportunities. So how will AI be an inclusive and regulative model? To find an answer to all these questions watch this interview with Cathy Li, where she shares her insights on how AI will become a multi-stakeholder model. She also shares insights on opportunities that lie ahead for India when it comes to AI.

India has a sea of opportunities with AI, says Cathy Li of WEF | Davos 2024

India has a sea of opportunities with AI, says Cathy Li, Head of AI, Data, and Metaverse at WEF. At Davos, this year AI has taken the centre stage. When it comes to AI there's a lot at stake, from governance to policies and equal opportunities. How can will AI be an inclusive and regulative model? To find the answers, watch this interview with Cathy Li, as she shares her insights into how AI will become a multi-stakeholder model. She also talks about the AI opportunities that lie ahead for India

Google fires hundreds more across engineering, other divisions | How is AI taking up jobs in 2024?

Google laid off employees working on its voice-activated assistant. According to Google, the restructuring would help improve Google Assistant as it explores integrating newer artificial intelligence technology into its products. Watch to know more.

Deadly riots in Papua New Guinea causes blaze; over 15 people dead

Deadly riots in Papua New Guinea led to the death of over 15 people. The South Pacific country’s prime minister appealed for calm following a day of protests that turned ugly, the unrest stemmed from police officers going on strike that morning. The protest spun out of control, in Papua New Guinea’s capital city Port Moresby, and descended into lawlessness. Australia said it’s keeping a close eye on the situation, though Canberra says it hasn’t received any requests for help from Papua New Guinea, which it regularly supports in policing and security. For more details watch this video

Red sea attacks: Tesla's German factory suspends production for two weeks citing shipping delays

Electric car manufacturer Tesla has announced it is suspending for two weeks the bulk of production at its factory in Germany, citing a shortage of parts due to shipping delays caused by Huthi rebel attacks in the Red Sea. The Red Sea attacks had led to delays that created a "gap in the supply chains", resulting in production at the facility southeast of Berlin being suspended "with the exception of a few sectors", Tesla said in a statement sent to AFP. Watch to know more!

‘India’s a global hub for tech’ | Smriti Irani on India’s presence at WEF | Davos 2024

Union minister Smriti Irani, who will be part of the Indian delegation at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, R Dinesh & Chandrajit Banerjee of CII talk to Shereen Bhan about India's increasing presence at WEF. Watch!

Hunter Biden ensued chaos by showing up & then walking out during US Congress contempt hearing

US House Republicans moved toward holding Hunter Biden, Joe Biden’s son in contempt of Congress for not testifying in their impeachment probe of his father President Joe Biden, after he set off pandemonium with an unexpected Capitol appearance. Hunter Biden appeared without notice at the House Oversight Committee’s meeting on the matter, sparking arguments between lawmakers, some of whom scolded him for the surprise

Israel-Hamas war: In the line of duty, Fauda star Idan Amedi injured on frontlines as IDF reservist

Israeli singer and actor Idan Amedi, known for his role in the popular TV show Fauda was injured while fighting the Hamas in Khan Younis in the Gaza Strip. Why is he a part of the Israeli army? What happened to him? How did he get injured? Watch to find out.

UK postal scandal revived by a TV drama l Mr Bates vs The Post Office

For years, Britain's overlooked Post Office scandal, deemed one of the nation's most significant miscarriages of justice, remained largely unnoticed by the public. However, the narrative changed recently due to an ITV television series. The drama shed light on how numerous postal workers faced wrongful prosecution due to computer system errors. Stretching across two decades, this scandal resulted in the detention of some postal employees and inflicted severe financial hardships, causing many to lose their homes and livelihoods. Ongoing independent inquiries and a police probe are gradually uncovering the intricate details of this over two decades, thrusting former ministers and high-ranking business executives into the centre of attention. Watch!

Barack Obama could be the next Harvard president | Who are the other candidates?

Claudine Gay has resigned as President of Harvard University, amid the row over anti-Semitism and plagiarism. Now, Barack Obama is among the names speculated to take charge as the president of Harvard. But apart from him, Deval Patrick and Danielle Allen’s names have also popped up to succeed Claudine Gay. Sanjay Suri of CNN-News 18 explains.

World's first and fastest AI-powered grill l Seergrills l CES Las Vegas

Seergrills, a UK-based startup, has introduced 'Perfecta', heralded as the inaugural grill driven by artificial intelligence. Termed as the world's fastest grill, it guarantees seamless and impeccable outcomes in under three minutes. With its AI capabilities, Perfecta purportedly reacts promptly to user commands. Users can instruct Perfecta on their desired cooking preferences, and the grill promises to deliver flawlessly cooked meals within minutes. In an interview with CNBC TV18, reporter Shibani Gharat engaged in a conversation with Suraj Sudera, the CEO and founder of Seergrills, discussing this innovative cooking device.

Lakshadweep vs Maldives: How India contributes to Maldives’ tourism & economy

Maldives’ economy is primarily driven by the tourism industry and India has been the largest tourist market for the country between December 2020 and June 2023, according to the Ministry of tourism (MoT) Maldives. India stood second with 18,905 Indian tourists arriving in the nation in November 2023 alone, accounting for 11.6% of total visitors. Not just tourism, Maldives is dependent on India for infrastructure too. Watch to know how India contributes to Maldives’ tourism & economy.

Gabriel Attal: The youngest ever prime minister of France as macron pushes for change | Who is he?

French President Emmanuel Macron shakes up his second term by appointing 34-year-old Gabriel Attal as the new Prime Minister. Seeking to revitalize his presidency and steer beyond past reforms, Macron aims to boost his centrist party's standing in the upcoming European parliament elections. Attal, a familiar face as the former government spokesman during the pandemic, steps in to replace Elisabeth Borne, signaling a fresh direction. Watch the video to know who is this young French Prime Minister who is openly gay.

India-Maldives Row: How India has been Maldives' perfect neighbour

From aiding in medical evacuations during the Covid-19 outbreak to collaborating on infrastructure development, India always stood as a great support to Maldives. Watch Aman Sharma of CNN-News18 as he explains all the details.

India-Maldives diplomatic row: Maldives Ex-VP condemns remarks against PM Modi | Ahmed Adeeb to Network18

Former Vice President & Tourism Minister of Maldives Ahmed Adeeb speaks to Network18 as three minister face suspension over derogatory remarks made against India and PM Narendra Modi over his recent visit to Lakshadweep islands. Watch!

'Will take it seriously if anyone as successful as me comments on it' | Murthy on 70-hour-work-week

It is not about 60 or 70 hours, if you want to succeed you have to work hard in this country… we owe it to the less fortunate to work extremely hard…’ said Narayana Murthy. In an exclusive interview with CNBC’s Shereen Bhan, Infosys founder Narayana Murthy opened up about the 70-hour-work-week debate. Watch this video to know more.

Iran blast: Over 95 people killed in twin blasts near the Qaseem Soleimani memorial

Iran witnessed one of the most dangerous blasts on Jan 3, 2024. Two blast took place back to back in a span of 20 minutes. The twin bomb blasts that killed at least 95 people in the country’s south, ripping through a crowd commemorating Revolutionary Guards general Qasem Soleimani four years after his death in a US strike. Watch to know more.

Piyush Goyal projects India's economy to reach $4 trillion before 2024 elections

As to the announcement released by Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on January 3, India's economy is expected to reach $4 trillion before the next general elections. In the next two to three years, Goyal predicted with certainty, India's economy would grow even more to reach $5 trillion, making it the third largest in the world by 2027. Watch to know more.

PM Narendra Modi goes snorkeling in Lakshadweep before diving into LS Elections of 2024

During his official two-day visit to Lakshadweep, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, engaged in snorkelling and shared photos of his morning walk along the picturesque beaches of the region. The PM also inaugurated a range of significant developmental projects worth Rs 1,156 crore in Kavaratti on January 3. Watch for further information on the visit and the wide-ranging initiatives in the region

US Court unseals over 150 names tied to Jefferey Epstein | Britain's Prince Andrew accused

U.S. court documents naming people who had ties with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, were unsealed on Wednesday. The names of more than 150 people mentioned in a lawsuit by Virginia Giuffre, one of Epstein's most prominent accusers, were kept under seal for years until a federal judge ruled last month that there was no legal justification to keep them private. It brought the spotlight back on big names, including Britain's Prince Andrew, who was accused of groping a woman. The documents include extracts of a deposition by one of Epstein's accusers, who alleges the Duke of York put his hand on her breast when posing for a photo in 2001 at Epstein’s Manhattan townhouse.

Stop Red Sea attacks: UN security council members call on Houthis to stop shipping attacks

Members of the U.N. Security Council on 3rd January 2024 called on Yemen's Houthis to halt their attacks on shipping in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, saying they are illegal and threaten regional stability, freedom of navigation, and global food supplies. UN Assistant Secretary-General Khaled Khiari told the Security Council, “The United Nations continues to warn against the adverse political, security, economic and humanitarian repercussions of military escalation in the Red Sea and the risk of exacerbating regional tensions.”

What is Russia’s ‘Polar Wolf’ prison? The prison holding Putin’s critic Navalny

Russia's opposition politician Alexei Navalny is being held at the “Polar Wolf” prison, which lies north of the Arctic Circle and considered one of Russia’s toughest. Watch!

Japan earthquake: Country's location on the Pacific Ring of fire to its earthquake & tsunami risk?

What makes Japan prone to earthquakes & tsunamis? The answer to this question lies in the location of Japan. Japan is situated along the ‘Ring of Fire’, which is the most active earthquake tectonic belt in the world. The ‘ring’ refers to “an imaginary horseshoe-shaped zone that follows the rim of the Pacific Ocean. However, Japan has found a way to lessen the impact of the earthquakes. Watch to find out.

Japan plane fire: 5 killed in coast guard aircraft | Plane bursts into flames at Haneda airport

A Japan Airlines airplane carrying hundreds of people crashed into an earthquake rescue aircraft and caught fire as it touched down at Tokyo's Haneda airport, killing five people on Jan 2, 2024. Watch to know more

Adani-Hindenburg case verdict explained | SC says no ground to transfer probe from SEBI to SIT

The Supreme Court on January 3 dismissed the pleas seeking transfer of the probe into allegations of violations of securities laws by the Adani group companies to a special investigation team. This comes almost a year after the Hindenburg Research came out with a damning report against the Adani Group. The court said there was no need to question the market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India’s investigation and asked SEBI to complete the remaining two of the 24 probes in three months.

Harvard President Claudine Gay resigns after testimony backlash & plagiarism allegations

Harvard President Claudine Gay on Tuesday said she would resign from her position, ending a six-month tenure marred by allegations of plagiarism and backlash over her congressional testimony about antisemitism on campus on December 5. Watch!

Israeli drone strike kills senior hamas leader Saleh al-Arouri in Beirut

An Israeli drone strike killed a senior Hamas leader in Beirut on 2nd January 2024. Saleh al-Arouri was a member of Hamas’ political bureau and a co-founder of its military wing. His killing marks the first assassination of a Hamas official outside the Palestinian Territories since the group's deadly assault on Israeli territory. In Gaza, Palestinian health officials say the death toll has surpassed 22,000. Watch this video to know more.

Japan earthquake updates: Emergency helpline number issued for Indians amid tsunami warnings

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Israel Hamas War: Israeli siblings share harrowing tale of hostage ordeal

Israel's Maya and her younger brother, Itay Regev, share their experiences following their release from captivity by Hamas in Gaza. Watch the video for more!

Funding freeze, Governance issues to regulatory hurdles - What's ailing Indian startups?

IT industry veteran, Saurabh Srivastava, talks to Shweta Punj of Moneycontrol on high profile exits from IT majors, fall of decacorns, the new digital competition law and outlook for 2024. Expect the IT slowdown to continue until 2025

Cash from trash: Modi government earns Rs 1,603 crores from selling scrap | Amount equals 2X budget of Chandrayaan-3

The central Government earned Rs 1,603 Crores from selling scrap since October, 2021. This is double the budget of Chandrayaan 3. But, how did they earn so much? What are the items which were sold. Watch to know more!

Japan Hit By 155 Earthquakes In A Day, Tsunami Warnings | Residents Flee Coast Amid 24 Deaths

Japan has been hit by 155 earthquakes since 1st January including the main 7.6-magnitude jolt that struck Ishikawa and another 6. The major temblor killed 24 people, according to a report by news agency Reuters and triggered tsunami waves over a metre high. The earthquake damaged homes and sparked a major fire that caused damage overnight. The authorities are still assessing the scale of the damage from the quake.

Scientists discover ‘Nuclear Ablation’ to save Earth from possible asteroid attacks | But how?

Scientists at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory have figured a way to simulate asteroid defense using nukes, which they call ‘nuclear ablation’. This comes after NASA launched its DART mission last year. The first-ever mission dedicated towards changing an asteroid’s motion in space. NASA’s DART mission successfully redirected an asteroid named dimorphous’ orbit. But, how will nuking the asteroid actually work? And why is it better than DART’s mission? Watch

Rising export prices of Indian basmati rice due to Red sea attacks l Houthis attack l World news

Ongoing disruptions in the Red Sea caused by attacks from Yemen's Houthi rebel group may prompt New Delhi to explore an alternative route through Africa for transporting basmati rice. This shift could potentially result in a price increase of approximately 15-20%. The attacks in the Red Sea are expected to affect India's basmati rice shipments, as the region serves as a vital pathway for oil, liquefied natural gas, and consumer goods transportation. Additionally, it plays a crucial role in accessing the Suez Canal, a pivotal maritime link connecting Asia and Europe.

Crypto outlook 2024: The growth of Bitcoin in 2023 | Trends for investors in 2024

In 2023, the cryptocurrency market saw ups and downs, but it also produced profitable gains. This year, the price of bitcoin increased 160%, drawing in institutional money. By 2024, Bitcoin might be worth about $70.5 billion. Watch to know more

Manage your money with AI in 2024 | This is how AI can help you| Tool demo

From Google’s CEO Sundar Pichai to India’s PM Narendra Modi, everyone has talked about artificial intelligence in 2023. On one hand, you see AI fueling the growth of the Indian economy; but on the other hand, Paytm has laid off over 1000 employees after implementing AI automation technology. As AI keeps evolving, governments are creating new regulations to curb its misuse. So, in 2024, you can expect more AI tools, and software; but this doesn’t need to hinder your life… Instead, you can use AI to your advantage, but how? Which is exactly what we’re answering in this video. Before walking into 2024, this is how you can arrange your finances, invest in markets & spend your money judiciously with AI.

Putin Invites ‘Dear Friend’ PM Modi To Russia As He Meets Jaishankar in Moscow

President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Russia next year, saying it will allow them to discuss all current issues and talk about the outlook for the development of bilateral relations. "We will be glad to see our friend, Mr. Prime Minister Modi in Russia," Putin told External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who called on the Russian leader at the Kremlin. "We will be able to discuss all current issues, talk about the outlook for the development of Russian-Indian relations. We have a very large amount of work to do," the Russian leader was quoted as saying by the state-run Tass news agency. He asked the Indian minister to pass on to Modi "his best wishes" and an invitation to come to Russia.

India’s music concerts: A business worth ₹1,000 Crore by 2025 | Upcoming concerts of 2024

India's music concerts are a big hit among the youngsters. Starting from Jonas Brothers to Ed Sheeran, all the international sensations are now performing on the Indian stage considering the pool of audience and the growth of music industry in the country. The music concerts are poised to generate revenue as high as Rs 1,000 Crore by 2025 with some amazing concerts lined up for 2024. Which ones will you be attending? Watch to select from the list.

Dr Saveera Parkash, a Hindu woman will contest in Pakistan’s 2024 general elections

For the first time, a Hindu woman will contest general elections in Pakistan. Dr. Saveera Parkash has filed her nomination from the PK-25 seat of Buner district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Pakistan will go to polls on February 8 to elect the members of the 16th National Assembly. Recent amendments by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) mandate a 5% inclusion of women candidates in general seats At least 28,626 candidates filed their nominations to contest the February 8 general elections. Watch for more.

Ukraine Attacks Russian Warship In Crimea | One Person Reportedly Died | World News

Russia admitted that a Ukrainian attack damaged a warship in the Crimean port of Feodosia, marking a major setback for its navy, according to Ukraine and its Western allies. Watch for more

Alleged ‘Donkey’ flight released from France lands in Mumbai, 27 stay back

When this Airbus A340 flight landed in France, there were 303 Indian passengers on board. But when the flight took off for Mumbai after a 4-day detention, there were only 276 passengers. This is because 27 people expressed their wish to stay back there on grounds of asylum. While the flight was detained for an alleged human trafficking probe, what raised eyebrows was the final destination, Nicaragua. Here’s why!

India-Italy: Did the bonhomie always exist? Their fractured past explained | Watch

India-Italy bonhomie has been talk of the town for a while now, but this didn’t always exist. Back in 2012, Italian marines shot two Keralite fisherman without any provocation. What transpired after this was series of diplomatic interventions and a decade long series of negotiations. The Enrica Lexie Case sparked a major conflict of legal jurisdiction and functional immunity between India and Italy. This case held the potential to deteriorate ties between the two countries. In this video, we tell you the story behind the fractured past of India and Italy, and how the ties have since improved and developed into the viral bonhomie of #Melodi. Watch!

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine celebrates first December Christmas, breaking away from Russian calendar

Ukrainians mark their first December 25th Christmas, breaking away from Russian influence amid ongoing conflict. Orthodox Christians are shifting from the Julian to the Western calendar, embracing European traditions while defending their cultural identity. Watch the video to explore the impact and aspirations behind this change, as some opt to celebrate on both December 25th and January 7th.

"Covid is still a young virus… there are still surprises that could come," warns Soumya Swaminathan

21 cases of the JN.1 variant detected, with 19 cases in Goa and one each in Kerala and Maharashtra. Doctors are on high alert, urging precautions. The World Health Organization has classified JN.1 as a 'variant of interest. Sherine Elizabeth of CNN_News18 speaks to Former WHO Scientist Soumya Swaminathan.

India’s Tone Changed After US Expose: Justin Trudeau | Says “Don’t Want to Fight With India”

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Tuesday that he sensed a change in India’s tone with Ottawa after the United States warned New Delhi about its involvement in a thwarted plot to kill a Sikh separatist leader on US soil. “We don’t want to be in a situation of having a fight with India right now over this. We want to be working on that trade deal. We want to be advancing the Indo-Pacific strategy,” Trudeau said in an interview with the CBC. Watch to know what he said!

Israel-Hamas War: Gaza faces widespread hunger amid war | Gaza's hunger crisis

Hunger has become one of the most pressing of the myriad problems facing hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians in Gaza, with aid trucks able to bring in only a small fraction of what is needed, and distribution uneven due to the chaos of war.

Yemen's Houthis red sea attacks: Targeting Israeli ships despite US warning | Houthis attack Israeli ships

Yemen's Houthi Rebels Remain Defiant: Pledging Further Red Sea Strikes and Continued Targeting of Israeli Vessels Despite Opposition from US-Led Coalition. Watch Sanjay Suri on CNN-News18 to get all the details

Rising casualties, Israeli hostages shot by own army | Netanyahu's aggressive campaign to backfire?

Analysing Benjamin Netanyahu's rejection of the '2-state solution': Insights into Israel's future vision for Gaza | Zakka Jacob breaks down the alignment with anti-2-state solution parties

Former Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif Blames Military For Downfall Of Economy

Former Pakistan Prime Minister, Nawaz Sharif, on Tuesday blamed the country’s military for worsening economy of the country, further stating that “neither India, nor US were responsible for this situation.” Speaking at an event organised by his party, Sharif highlighted his three ousting from power in 1993, 1999, and 2017. Watch what he said!

Annual Bonus: Run 50km To Get Incentives | Earn Extra Money In This Chinese Company | China News

Annual Bonus: This Chinese company is giving its employees a chance to earn extra money. All its employees need to do is to run 50km to get incentives. Do you also want to know about this financial hack? Watch the video to find out more.