US govt planning new tariffs on imported chips, tech leaders warn of AI setback

The Trump administration is exploring potential tariffs on imported semiconductors, which might raise prices for various devices, including laptops and gaming consoles. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick supports a proposal that connects tariff relief with foreign investment. However, technology leaders caution that this strategy could threaten the U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence and raise consumer costs,…

Delhi-Meerut Expressway crawls for hours as Raksha Bandhan traffic hits NCR

Raksha Bandhan travel caused significant traffic delays across Noida and Ghaziabad. Commuters faced hours of congestion on major roads and expressways. Heavy pressure on roads intensified due to thousands traveling to hometowns. Rain spells further worsened the already difficult traffic situation. Festive rush continued, impacting key routes connecting Delhi-NCR with western Uttar Pradesh.