VCs, celebrities bet on AI startups in media, sports NEW DELHI: Artificial intelligence investment is widening beyond enterprise software and chip bets, and one of the areas money is increasingly flowing into is media, entertainment and sports. In India, venture capital firms, private equity investors, family offices and celebrities are backing startups using AI to…
Two US senators have called for a federal probe into suspicious oil trading activity that took place shortly before major announcements by US President Donald Trump on the Iran conflict, raising concerns about potential insider trading.On Friday (local time), Democratic senators Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts and Sheldon Whitehouse of Rhode Island urged the US Commodity…
Karisma Kapoor recently received a touching tribute from sister Kareena Kapoor Khan, who described her as the pillar of the Kapoor family and admitted that life would be unimaginable without her elder sister.During a conversation with Nayandeep Rakshit, Karisma was surprised with an audio message from Kareena, who affectionately referred to herself as Karisma’s “first…
Alia Bhatt found herself at the center of online trolling after a video from her 2026 Cannes Film Festival red carpet appearance went viral, with many on social media claiming that international media and photographers paid little attention to her. Amid this, Sonu Sood stepped in with a message of kindness and encouragement. Without directly…
Those affected include director-level officials and team leads at the company’s headquarters. (Image for representative purpose only) Samsung India Electronics has started laying off its workforce in phases as its core smartphone business faces pressure on sales and margins following a more than twofold increase in memory chip prices. Around 80-100 executives in the television…
Actor Salman Khan, along with members of his family, attended the funeral of their longtime family friend Kumod Raney on Tuesday. Salman was accompanied by his brothers Sohail Khan and Arbaaz Khan, as well as his mother Salma Khan, as the family paid their final respects. The actor appeared visibly emotional after he attended her…
Japanese carmaker Honda has officially confirmed plans to launch a new sub-4-metre SUV for the Indian market in 2028. This will mark the brand’s return to one of the country’s most competitive and fastest-growing vehicle segments. The upcoming SUV is expected to take on established rivals such as the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Tata Nexon, Hyundai…
Palak Tiwari stars in Chandigarh-set rap drama Lukkhe alongside rapper King, aka Arpan Kumar Chandel, making his acting debut. She calls him a phenomenal, generous co-star and praises their chemistry. Palak also applauds Hanumankind and India’s original rap scene. She earlier debuted in ‘Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan’ film. Palak Tiwari makes her mark…
TOI correspondent from Washington: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has renewed pressure on New Delhi’s purchases of Russian oil, telling Congress on Tuesday that the Trump administration wants to end “as soon as possible” sanctions waivers and special arrangements that have allowed countries such as India to import Russian oilRubio’s remarks during a Senate…
Stock market today (AI image) Indian markets recovered on Monday, but analysts cautioned that volatility may persist as investors remain wary of geopolitical tensions in West Asia and fluctuations in global energy prices. The ongoing conflict continues to weigh on sentiment and keep overall risk appetite restrained.Dr. VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Investments Limited…