Times of India

Salesforce has reportedly laid off nearly 1,000 employees across various departments, including marketing, product management, and data analytics. This comes as the company emphasizes its Agentforce AI product, which CEO Marc Benioff has called "part and parcel" of Salesforce. The job cuts coincide with a significant executive shake-up, with six new senior appointments following five top leaders' exits since December.

Even though the Punch EV facelift is expected to retain the same battery and motor setup as the current model, it could deliver a slightly improved driving range due to updated software calibrations. The Punch EV is expected to carry forward the same battery pack options - Standard and Long Range. The standard gets a 25kWh battery with 315km of MIDC range and the LR variant gets a 35kWh battery with 421km of MIDC range.

Gold price prediction today: Praveen Singh, Senior Fundamental Research Analyst- Currencies and Commodities at Mirae Asset Sharekhan is of the view that the gold price rally looks overextended. What’s the outlook for gold prices in the coming days? Here’s what he has to say:

India and the United States have reached a new interim trade agreement. Washington is withdrawing additional duties on Indian imports. India will lower duties on American industrial and agricultural goods. New Delhi also pledges to significantly increase imports from the US. Negotiations for a comprehensive trade deal will continue.

The Indian rupee opened weaker against the US dollar, falling 11 paise to 90.77. Traders adopted a cautious stance following the interim trade framework announcement, reassessing initial optimism due to ongoing US oversight on energy imports. Near-term movement will depend on key support levels holding, with the RBI expected to intervene on dips.

A businessman was shot dead in North Delhi's Bawana area, with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang claiming responsibility via social media. The victim, Vaibhav Gandhi, was allegedly targeted for interfering with the gang's operations. Police are investigating the claim, which points to a conspiracy involving extortion and organized crime.

Morning routines significantly impact blood sugar, even for those managing diet. Dr. Mohit Sharma suggests a six-step plan: quiet wake-up, water intake, light activity, sunlight exposure, delayed caffeine, and a protein-rich breakfast. These steps help lower stress hormones, improve glucose uptake, and regulate the body's natural rhythms, leading to better blood sugar control.

A Karnataka-born tech professional, Chandan Kumar Raja Nandakumar, was fatally shot in a targeted attack outside a Toronto mall. His family suspects his efforts to establish a Kannada association in the city might be linked to the incident. The 37-year-old was actively promoting Kannada culture before his tragic death.

India's T20 World Cup campaign faced an early jolt with a surprisingly difficult Wankhede pitch against the USA. The team management expressed displeasure to the BCCI, as the sluggish track challenged their aggressive batting plans. Team India prefers high-scoring games and must adapt to varying conditions to succeed in the tournament.

Dhumketu XI, featuring Mustafizur Rahman, clinched the Odommo Bangladesh T20 Cup title after a thrilling seven-run victory over Durbar XI. Tanzid Hasan's unbeaten 88 was the cornerstone of Dhumketu's imposing 208/3. Despite strong efforts from Durbar's batsmen, Mustafizur's crucial wickets in the death overs secured the championship for his side.

In a recent interview, Rani Mukerji delved into her memorable collaborations with Bollywood's iconic Khans. She highlighted Aamir Khan's unwavering commitment and intensity during filming, while praising Shah Rukh Khan's heartfelt and compassionate demeanor. Mukerji also noted Salman Khan's carefree spirit and relentless work ethic. Her latest release, 'Mardaani 3', is now captivating audiences in theaters.

A 37-year-old Indian tech professional, Chandan Kumar Raja Nandakumar, was killed in a daylight shooting in Toronto. The incident occurred at a busy shopping mall parking lot. Police are investigating the shooting as a targeted attack. Chandan's family in Karnataka is devastated. He had moved to Canada six years ago and worked for LTI Mindtree.

India's oil sourcing strategy will prioritize national interest, avoiding dependence on any single country, stated Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri. Petroleum companies make purchasing decisions based on market conditions, availability, pricing, and risk assessment. The government's primary goal is to ensure adequate, reliable, and fairly priced energy for Indian consumers.

The Supreme Court firmly stated it will not permit any delays in the special intensive revision of voter rolls across 12 states. While extending a document submission deadline by a week, the court sought an affidavit from Bengal's DGP regarding alleged TMC efforts to disrupt the process.

The Supreme Court has mandated banks to implement AI for detecting suspicious transactions, issuing alerts, and pausing transfers until account holder verification. This directive follows the Home Ministry's report of nearly Rs 52,000 crore siphoned through online fraud. Justices emphasized banks' fiduciary duty as trustees of public money, urging them to prioritize security over profit.