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US Social Security alarm: Trump administration may force 39 states for repayment to foster kids — Check reasons

The US administration for children and families has urged 39 states to stop using Social Security benefits meant for foster children to offset care costs. These earned benefits belong to the youth, not government agencies. Federal authorities are working to reform practices where benefit collection continues, aiming to preserve these funds for children's futures.

Cyient arm to acquire over 65% stake in US-based power semiconductor co Kinetic Technologies for $93 million

Google teams up with Meta to challenge Nvidia's dominance in AI computing market — here's how it plans to do it

Google is enhancing its AI chips to improve compatibility with PyTorch, aiming to challenge Nvidia's dominance in the AI computing market. 

Visa reform: Govt streamlines e-visa process for foreign professionals needed by Indian firms; DPIIT launches digital module

The government has simplified the visa process for Indian companies to bring in foreign technical experts for production-related activities. A new online module allows digital generation of sponsorship letters for the e-Production Investment Business Visa (e-B-4 Visa), significantly reducing processing time and easing business operations for both PLI and non-PLI firms.

What Reliance's entry into genomic diagnostics means for the segment

With Strand Life Sciences, Reliance is pushing genetic testing toward the mainstream. Incumbents, regulators and doctors are bracing for what comes next.

AstraZeneca Pharma India gets CDSCO nod to import and market datverzo breast cancer drug

Datopotamab Deruxtecan powder for concentrate for solution for infusion 100 mg (r-DNA origin) is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic, hormone receptor (HR)-positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)-negative breast cancer. Shares of Astrazeneca Pharma India Ltd ended at ₹8,984.50, down by ₹32.00, or 0.35%, on the BSE.

Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Nears Earth on Dec. 19, Offering Rare Insights Into Cosmic Visitors

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS will make its closest approach to Earth on Dec. 19. Observing the comet provides scientists a rare opportunity to study dust and gases from its icy nucleus and learn more about material forming around other stars, expanding understanding of interstellar objects while posing no threat to our planet.

BoB underwrites $500 million forex loan facility to ONGC unit

Coursera to acquire Udemy in $2.5 billion all-stock deal

Under the terms of the deal, Udemy shareholders will receive 0.8 shares of Coursera for every share held. The deal implies an acquisition price of approximately $6.35 per Udemy share — a 26% premium over the 30-day average closing price

TRAI sets Feb. 15 deadline for IRDAI regulated entities to switch to 1600 series numbers

Cyient Semiconductors acquires majority stake in Kinetic Technologies for $93 million

The development is expected to accelerate growth across various sectors, including data centers, electrification, automotive, networking, industrial automation, and the emerging edge AI compute segment

Silver prices today: White metal crosses Rs 2 lakh per kg for first time in Delhi; global rally fuels surge

Silver prices surged to an all-time high of Rs 2.05 lakh per kg in Delhi, driven by robust domestic and international demand. The white metal has seen a significant jump of 127.40% this year. Gold also edged higher, nearing record levels amid geopolitical tensions and expectations of US Federal Reserve rate cuts.