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OpenAI faces an internal 'code red' as Google's Gemini surges ahead, forcing a halt on revenue plans to fix ChatGPT's performance. Google's integrated infrastructure and custom chips give it a decisive edge. OpenAI's pivot highlights intense competition and financial pressures, as it scrambles to regain ground against a resurgent tech giant.

A quick one-minute stair climb after eating can effectively lower blood sugar spikes. Research shows even brief periods of climbing stairs significantly reduce glucose levels. This simple exercise engages leg muscles to absorb sugar without relying on insulin. Physiologist Jose Tejero recommends this habit for metabolic health. It offers benefits beyond blood sugar control, aiding blood pressure and energy levels.

Zoho's chief, Sridhar Vembu, has passionately responded to the forecasts made by Y Combinator's Garry Tan, which suggest that AI's 'vibe coding' could extinguish the flame of Indian SaaS innovators. Vembu emphasized the strong trajectory of Zoho's customer base, casting doubt on the effectiveness of AI-generated applications for the nuanced requirements of businesses and raising alarms about potential technological debt.

Ravens tight end Mark Andrews faces relentless fan criticism for a past playoff fumble, even after a strong 2025 season. Despite his consistent performance and a recent engagement, online trolls continue to mock him, referencing the dropped pass. Andrews previously explained the incident was due to wet gloves, but the public's memory remains unforgiving.

Team India has arrived in Raipur for the second ODI against South Africa, holding a 1-0 series lead. A video of Virat Kohli and selector Pragyan Ojha in an intense airport conversation has sparked fan speculation. Kohli's match-winning 135 in the first ODI was crucial to India's victory.

The High Court, while hearing a bunch of petitions challenging the SEC’s decision, also directed that exit polls should not be announced till December 20

This is not a user-chosen convenience layer but state-mandated software that can, even if unintentionally, create pathways for monitoring which device belongs to whom, how devices move, when they are active or inactive, and how they interact with telecom networks

Gold prices saw a dip on Tuesday. Traders decided to book profits after recent gains. This pullback ended a strong run for the yellow metal. Domestic prices mirrored global market movements. Gold futures on Comex also slipped. Analysts suggest this correction is due to profit-taking after prices reached multi-week highs. Investors are anticipating a US interest rate cut.

Jyotiraditya Scindia, Minister of Communications, said in Parliament that the Sanchar Saathi app could be deleted by users, and was optional

Khan Market in New Delhi remains India’s most expensive retail location, placed 24th

BIF said the DoT’s order was “well-intentioned,” but it raised “significant questions of jurisdiction, proportionality, and consumer impact”

The government clarified that the Sanchar Saathi App can be deleted by users, stating their role was only to introduce it. This statement followed a political uproar over the mandatory pre-installation of the app on mobile handsets, with the opposition raising privacy concerns and likening it to a 'snooping app'.

The bench said relief of bail cannot be granted without due regard to the circumstances involved in the alleged offence for which the accused person has been arrested

Over the next two days, retired judge Rastogi’s team is scheduled to meet families of the deceased and the injured to document their grievances and concerns.

Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia clarified that the Sanchar Saathi app is optional and can be deleted by users, refuting claims of mandatory pre-installation and disabling. The app aims to prevent cyber threats and track lost or stolen phones, not for snooping. This clarification follows a Reuters report about a government order for major smartphone companies.

JD(U) MLA Vibha Devi faced difficulty reading her oath at the Bihar Vidhan Sabha's inaugural session. Other newly elected legislators shared their plans for the state. The NDA secured a significant victory in the recent elections, winning over 200 seats. BJP emerged as the largest party, followed by JD(U). Opposition parties like RJD and Congress secured fewer seats.

Fourteen-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi etched his name in history by becoming the youngest centurion in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. He smashed an unbeaten 108 off 61 balls against Maharashtra at Eden Gardens, showcasing a remarkable blend of patience and power.