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Since its inception in 2022, Bihar's Dial-112 emergency service has been a lifeline for over 5.5 million individuals, slashing emergency response times to beneath 11 minutes. With daily usage by over 6,500 residents, the program has played a pivotal role in significantly reducing serious crime rates, such as homicides and thefts.

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has halted a £50 million contract for the Metropolitan Police to use Palantir's AI tools, citing serious procurement breaches and legal risks. Scotland Yard expressed disappointment, warning of operational consequences and potential job cuts due to delayed modernization. The dispute highlights concerns over public contract oversight and reliance on tech giants.

Amazon continues its workforce reduction, now impacting its Selling Partner Services division after significant layoffs earlier this year. This move aligns with CEO Andy Jassy's focus on efficiency and cost discipline. Simultaneously, the e-commerce giant is heavily investing in AI, a strategy Jassy believes will drive substantial long-term growth and redefine customer experiences.

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Power grid reliability is under unprecedented strain due to the rapid growth of massive electricity consumers like data centers, warns NERC. Sudden demand drops and rapid oscillations by these users pose immediate threats, leaving grid operators with no time to react. NERC has issued an urgent alert and voluntary guidelines to mitigate these emerging risks and ensure grid stability.

Layoffs often feel sudden, but companies signal them weeks or months in advance. Recruiters highlight subtle warning signs like increased manager scrutiny, team structure discussions, and hiring freezes. Recognizing these patterns allows employees to prepare proactively, rather than reactively, to potential job cuts.

Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs) and Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs) are revolutionizing naval operations and civilian sectors with their stealth, persistence, and risk reduction capabilities. Navies are investing heavily in these platforms for surveillance, mine warfare, and reconnaissance, while also finding dual-use applications in disaster response and oceanographic research.

'Women Need To Know That The System Will Respond Swiftly, Respectfully,’ Says The Former IPS Officer And Lieutenant Governor Of Puducherry. The Tamil Nadu Government Has Made Building A Safer Society Among Its First Big Priorities

India's economy has faced significant challenges from global oil price surges over the past fifty years. From the 1973 Arab embargo to the recent Hormuz disruption, these shocks have impacted inflation and foreign exchange reserves. Policymakers have continuously adapted strategies to manage these crises, balancing economic stability with consumer needs.

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Pulmonary Thromboembolism causes around 1 lakh annual fatalities in India but since blood clots are invisible, the condition is largely left undiagnosed until it’s too late

Canadian tourism to the US has plummeted by an average of 42%, significantly impacting major cities and industry-linked mid-sized towns. This sharp decline, attributed to President Trump's trade war, also affects business travel, with fewer tech and finance employees journeying for work. The future of cross-border travel recovery remains uncertain under current trade conditions.