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Beyond ‘data colonialism’ — The role of Global South in an AI world
For AI to serve the world, the early threads of compute and capital in Global North must be woven with the texture of humanity and language of the Global South.
Shriram Finance shares gain ahead of December 19 board meet for fund raising
Separately, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. is nearing a deal to acquire a minority stake in Shriram Finance, according to a Bloomberg report.
Warner Bros Discovery to reject Paramount's $108 billion bid? Netflix may emerge winner of mega deal — What we know
The Warner Bros. board, which deliberated on Paramount's bid, still holds the view that Netflix's offer is a better one, according to people who spoke to Bloomberg.
Kalyani family feud case: Bombay High Court grants relief to siblings
The companies explicitly mentioned in the siblings’ suit include Bharat Forge Ltd, Kalyani Steels Ltd, and Kalyani Consultants Private Ltd
Stormy Year For Startups, Kuku FM’s IPO & More
The Controversies Of The Year The Indian startup ecosystem had its share of ups and downs this past year. And…
Mizuho to acquire stake in Avendus as KKR sells holding; Ranu Vohra to divest stake & exit post deal
Following the acquisition, Avendus will continue to be led by its founders, Gaurav Deepak and Kaushal Aggarwal, along with the existing senior leadership team. The firm will retain its brand, operating independence, and identity, while gaining access to Mizuho’s global balance sheet, institutional client base, and international distribution network.
Will 2026 Be The Year India’s EV Market Turns The Corner?
When the EV ride-hailing major BluSmart broke down in April 2025 due to financial and governance distress, many were stunned…
$1 bn Telefónica UK win ends mega-deal dry spell for TCS but it's not out of the woods yet
TCS has won a $1 billion contract from Telefónica UK, ending a drought in large deals. The agreement for application and infrastructure services reflects a strategic shift towards long-term growth even if it impacts short-term margins. Read this exclusive story on the TCS mega deal.
OnePlus 15R, OnePlus 15R Ace Edition Launching Today: Know Price in India, Features, Specs and More
OnePlus 15R and OnePlus 15R Ace Edition will be launched in India later today by the Chinese smartphone maker. Both handsets will be available for purchase in the country via Amazon and the OnePlus India online store. The company is hosting a live event in India's Bengaluru to unveil the phones. The OnePlus 15R is claimed to be the world's first Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset-powered smartphone globally. It will carry a dual rear camera unit with a 50-megapixel main shooter and an 8-megapixel ultrawide camera.
Google brings Indic AI to agriculture and healthcare
Google’s latest effort has seen the company embed 29 Indic languages and dialects into Gemini, its foundational AI model, as it looks to scale AI adoption across India’s hinterlands, three years after it began work in the area.
Lennar posts weak quarterly profit as homebuying demand dips
LENNAR-RESULTS/:Lennar posts weak quarterly profit as homebuying demand dips
Trump Slams Paramount Over CBS Coverage as Warner Battle Looms
President Donald Trump expressed unhappiness with the owners of Paramount Skydance Corp. over CBS News coverage of his presidency, in the latest signal of how he may be leaning in the battle to purchase Warner Bros. Discovery Inc.
First Brands Founder James Says Lenders to Blame for Bankruptcy
First Brands founder Patrick James asked a judge to dismiss a lawsuit accusing him of misappropriating hundreds of millions of dollars, contending firms that provided his company with off balance-sheet financing engaged in “predatory” practices that helped tip the auto-parts supplier into bankruptcy.
Kaynes Semicon announces strategic partnerships with Mitsui & Co & AOI Electronics to strengthen India’s semiconductor ecosystem
Kaynes Semicon’s tie-ups with two Japanese partners underscore its push to line up critical technology know-how and supply-chain inputs ahead of its planned semiconductor manufacturing entry, as India accelerates efforts to build domestic chip-making capabilities and reduce reliance on imports.
NCLT approves Vedanta’s demerger plan
Rupee breaches 91 level, turns weakest Asian currency in 2025
With India’s growth strong and inflation contained, policymakers may be ‘comfortable’ allowing some depreciation, currency experts opined
Government to sell up to 3% equity in Indian Overseas Bank via OFS
The base offer consists of 38.51 crore equity shares, representing 2% of the bank’s paid-up equity share capital. The offer includes a green shoe option of up to 19.26 crore equity shares, representing an additional 1%, taking the total offer size to 57.77 crore equity shares, or 3% equity. IOB's shares ended in the red today at ₹36.57 apiece on the BSE today, December 16.
Astronomers Witness Longest-Lasting Gamma-Ray Burst in History, 8 Billion Light-Years Away
A gamma-ray burst lasting over seven hours was recorded 8 billion light-years away, revealing a rare type of cosmic explosion and challenging current astrophysics models.
Lupin's Nagpur injectable facility secures US FDA VAI classification
In a regulatory filing, the company said the EIR was issued following an inspection conducted by the US FDA at the Nagpur injectable facility from September 8 to September 16, 2025. Shares of Lupin Ltd ended at ₹2,085.90, down by ₹6.70, or 0.32%, on the BSE.
Sub-Millimeter Robots Can Sense, Think, and Act Autonomously, New Study Finds
Researchers have created sub-millimeter autonomous robots with onboard sensors and computing, capable of independent decision-making, opening possibilities for medicine, manufacturing, and environmental monitoring.
Naiyya Saggi-led EDT raises $1.4 million pre-seed to build design-led, tech-first home appliances
Everyday Design & Technology (EDT) is redefining modern home appliances with a focus on intuitive design, safer materials, and modular functionality. The startup’s first product, Luma, has already attracted over a thousand waitlist signups, reflecting growing consumer demand for appliances that simplify daily life without compromising on health or aesthetics.