China takes aim at Elon Musk’s ‘Jesus-level’ brain-chip dream with first BCI surgery policy

In a significant move, China has introduced its inaugural commercial insurance for invasive brain-computer interface surgery, marking a vital step in fostering the nation’s BCI sector. Collaborating with a hospital from Zhejiang University, state-owned PICC Property and Casualty aims to promote the rapid development and commercialization of BCI innovations. This initiative highlights China’s strategic vision…

Ramjas students win PETA India Award for turning banana peels into vegan leather

Ramjas College students received an award for their innovative banana-peel vegan leather. This material offers a compassionate alternative to animal skins and reduces waste. The students aimed to create a better and more sustainable world through their work. Their creation transforms discarded fruit peels into a valuable and durable product. This innovation highlights young people’s…

Yash hails Kiara Advani as ‘such a professional actor’, reveals how he and Geetu Mohandas protected her during ‘Toxic’ shoot: ‘We were like bouncers and bodyguards’

At Toxic’s album launch, Yash praised Kiara Advani’s professionalism, revealing he and director Geetu Mohandas acted as “bouncers and bodyguards” to protect her during pregnancy. Kiara worked through seven months pregnant, shot her first-ever rain sequence, and delivered “100% commitment.” She and husband Sidharth Malhotra welcomed daughter Saraayah in July 2025.

Man, 27, working in Gulf thought rectal bleeding was piles, but diagnosis revealed Stage III rectal cancer: Why young adults shouldn’t ignore this symptom

The rise of rectal cancer diagnoses among young adults, particularly through cases like that of a 27-year-old NRI, underscores the criticality of timely medical checks for symptoms like persistent bleeding. His successful treatment through immediate surgery, which spared him from chemotherapy and the need for a stoma, illustrates the importance of customized treatment plans for…

SpiceJet delay, Marathi test for drivers and Sukhbir Badal attack investigation: What is trending in Pune today

In Pune, residents are confronted by a trio of urgent issues: a nine-hour delay on a SpiceJet flight to Dubai has stranded over 100 passengers overnight. On another front, commercial drivers are preparing for a crucial Marathi language proficiency test. Moreover, the city is entwined with the investigation into an attack on Sukhbir Singh Badal,…

Ajinkya Deo reveals Nitesh Tiwari’s advice for playing Vishwamitra in Ranbir Kapoor starrer ‘Ramayana’: ‘Don’t go overboard, the character was already larger than life’

Ajinkya Deo expressed his thoughts on portraying Sage Vishwamitra in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, highlighting the director’s nuanced vision for the character. He dedicated significant time to vocal techniques and crafted an authoritative costume. The actor described a spiritual essence enveloping the film’s creation, suggesting that this epic will take viewers on a profoundly emotional and…

Property tax rollback, Vijay’s Lok Sabha proposal and gang-bomb arrests: What is trending in Chennai today

Chennai’s civic body suspended a property tax hike after public criticism. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay urged Prime Minister Modi to freeze Lok Sabha strength. This move addresses public affordability concerns and parliamentary representation debates. Police arrested four men with bombs and narcotics near Sriperumbudur. The arrests highlight ongoing gang violence and illegal drug circulation.

Property tax rollback, Vijay’s Lok Sabha proposal and gang-bomb arrests: What is trending in Chennai today

Chennai’s civic body suspended a property tax hike after public criticism. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay urged Prime Minister Modi to freeze Lok Sabha strength. This move addresses public affordability concerns and parliamentary representation debates. Police arrested four men with bombs and narcotics near Sriperumbudur. The arrests highlight ongoing gang violence and illegal drug circulation.