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Vibe coding explained: What AI-made apps mean for developers and app stores

AI coding assistants are making it possible to build apps using natural language prompts instead of writing code, lowering barriers to software development while creating new challenges for app stores

Yemen's Houthis announce Saudi naval blockade: What it means for oil trade

The Houthis have declared a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, a move that could affect oil exports, shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and global energy markets

Why Karlapat bauxite block has become a major prize for aluminium industry

India's biggest industrial groups are chasing one Odisha mine. What makes the Karlapat bauxite block so valuable, and why does it matter for the aluminium industry?

Climate 'black swan' risks: Why investors are preparing for the worst

Climate risks are no longer just an environmental concern. Large investors are now studying whether climate tipping points could trigger sudden losses across financial markets

India wants to make EV batteries at home. Will cars get cheaper?

India wants to build the batteries that power electric vehicles, not just assemble them. But will that eventually make EVs cheaper? Here's what experts say

India unveils its first air taxi prototype: Here's how eVTOLs work

The unveiling of India's first electric air taxi prototype has brought a technology that has long been under development into the spotlight

Draft CAFE-III norms: What's changing in India's fuel-efficiency rules?

The Centre has released draft CAFE-III norms for passenger vehicles. Here's what the proposed fuel-efficiency rules change, and what they could mean for carmakers and buyers

Why India cannot screen 'The Odyssey' the way Christopher Nolan shot it

India has IMAX theatres. But not the kind needed to show 'The Odyssey' as Christopher Nolan shot it

Explainer: What is Bonsai 27B, an AI model for phones with an Apple link

PrismML says Bonsai 27B compresses Alibaba's Qwen3.6 27B model enough to run locally on phones and laptops, highlighting how low-bit quantisation could expand on-device AI

Proprietary vs open-weight AI: Inside the battle shaping the future of AI

Proprietary and open-weight AI represent two competing approaches to building and commercialising artificial intelligence. Here's how they differ in technology, deployment, costs and business strategy

What is AI squatting? An emerging cyber threat targeting AI hallucinations

AI hallucinations are no longer merely producing wrong answers. Attackers are registering fake domains and software packages that models may recommend, creating new routes for phishing and malware

AI memory explained: How smarter digital assistants reshape privacy debate

AI assistants are beginning to remember users' conversations, preferences and digital context. Here's how AI memory works, why companies are adopting it, and what it means for privacy

BAT-BMS issue explained: How an app exposes new cyber-physical security gap

India's BAT-BMS controversy is about more than app takedowns. It shows how connected battery systems can turn digital vulnerabilities into real-world safety risks that extend beyond electric vehicles

What is a 'monsoon break' and why does it matter for paddy farmers?

The IMD has forecast a week-long break in the southwest monsoon. Here's why the monsoon takes a pause every year, why this year's break seems unusual, and what it could mean for paddy cultivation

Apple sues OpenAI over 'trade secrets': What the dispute is about

Apple claims OpenAI targeted engineers working on Apple's hardware programmes and encouraged them to share confidential information after they joined the AI company

Govt begins national floor wage exercise. What changes for workers?

The national floor wage is intended to create a common minimum wage benchmark across India while allowing states to account for regional differences

Why India's growing solar surplus is going unused despite record demand

India's solar generation has surged to record levels, but an average 24 GWh of electricity went unused every day in May 2026 because the grid could not absorb it before demand shifted to the evening

What was Meta's Muse AI, the feature pulled days after its launch?

Meta's Muse AI let users generate images using public Instagram profiles. Days after launch, the company withdrew the feature following criticism over consent, privacy and impersonation risks

Why Supreme Court upheld 'royalty on royalty' under the MMDR Act

The Supreme Court has backed the existing royalty calculation for iron ore. Here's why miners called it 'royalty on royalty' and why the court disagreed

India-UK CETA: What changes for exporters and workers from July 15?

India and the UK's trade deal comes into force on July 15, lowering import duties on many Indian exports and offering social security relief for professionals