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A New Dawn or a Mirage? Evaluating DeepSeek’s Claims of Cost-Efficient AI

By BPN News Desk January 29, 2025

China’s DeepSeek has made quite the splash recently. With its much-hyped DeepSeek-R1 model, it has not only claimed to deliver cutting-edge AI at a fraction of the cost incurred by OpenAI but also sent shivers down the spines of U.S. tech giants like Nvidia. The claim? A whopping 94% cost reduction in developing a large […]

Space & Astronomy

ISRO Successfully Conducts 100th Launch with GSLV-F15 Mission

By BPN News Desk January 29, 2025

On January 29, 2025, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) achieved a significant milestone by successfully launching its 100th mission from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. The Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) Mk II, designated as GSLV-F15, lifted off at 00:53 IST, carrying the NVS-02 satellite into a Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit

Law & Order National

Supreme Court: Police Can’t Serve Notices via WhatsApp

By BPN News Desk January 28, 2025

The Supreme Court of India has issued a crucial ruling stating that police notices under Section 41A of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) cannot be served through WhatsApp or any other electronic means. This directive emphasizes the importance of ensuring proper legal processes and transparency in law enforcement practices. “Proper Delivery of Notices

Business Industry

L&T Secures ₹2,500 Crore Deal for AI-Enabled Data Centre

By BPN News Desk January 28, 2025

Larsen & Toubro (L&T), a global leader in construction and technology services, has secured an order worth up to ₹2,500 crore to develop Uzbekistan’s first AI-enabled data centre. The project marks a significant milestone in the company’s expansion into international markets and demonstrates its growing expertise in advanced technology infrastructure.

International

Bill Gates Criticizes Elon Musk’s Political Involvement Beyond the US

By BPN News Desk January 28, 2025

In a striking statement, Bill Gates has openly criticized Elon Musk for his growing political influence outside the United States. Gates, a renowned philanthropist and co-founder of Microsoft, expressed disapproval of Musk’s involvement in global political matters, referring to such interference as “insane.” “Concerns Over Political Influence”

Op-Eds Opinion

When Idiots Become Idols – The Death of Ambition in the Age of Indian Influencers

By BPN News Desk January 28, 2025

We are witnessing the greatest tragedy of our time, where the next generation of Indian students—once celebrated for their grit, academic excellence, and obsession with white-collar careers—are ditching books and brains for the circus act that is influencer culture. Gone are the days when Indian youth dreamed of building rockets, coding billion-dollar apps, or at […]

International

Google Maps Renames Gulf of Mexico for US Users

By BPN News Desk January 28, 2025

Google Maps has announced a controversial update for its US users, renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America.” The decision, reportedly based on user feedback and regional preferences, has sparked a global debate over the implications of altering geographic names to suit specific audiences. “A Region-Specific Approach” According to the

International

PM Modi to Visit the US in February, Trump Highlights Immigration Issue

By BPN News Desk January 28, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the United States in February, as confirmed by President Donald Trump. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral ties and address key issues, including immigration policies and economic cooperation. “India Will Do the Right Thing” President Trump expressed optimism regarding India’s approach to resolving

North India State News

Delhi Jal Board Dismisses Poison Claim in Yamuna as Baseless

By BPN News Desk January 28, 2025

The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) has strongly refuted recent claims made regarding the presence of poison in Yamuna River water. The statement came in response to remarks suggesting alarming levels of toxicity in the river, which allegedly poses severe risks to public health. “Factually Incorrect and Baseless” DJB CEO dismissed the allegations as “factually

State News

Infosys Co-Founder Kris Gopalakrishnan Among 18 Booked Under SC/ST Act

By BPN News Desk January 28, 2025

Kris Gopalakrishnan, co-founder of Infosys, along with 17 others, has been booked under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. The case has been registered following a complaint alleging discrimination and harassment against a Dalit individual. “Details of the Complaint” The complaint, filed in Karnataka, accuses