Digital Eyewitness: Gurugram Hit & Run Case Shows How Helmet Cams Are Forcing Swift Suo Motu Action On Indian Roads

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In the Gurugram incident, viral footage captured by both the victim's camera and a fellow rider's trailing device was picked up by police department's Social Media Monitoring Cell

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Bihar Floods: Affected districts include Patna, Bhojpur, Saran, Vaishali, Bhagalpur, Begusarai, Buxar, Samastipur, Munger, Katihar, Lakhisarai, Khagaria, Madhepura and Araria.

Calls to slow down AI development serve the interests of US AI leaders, says French finance minister
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"I can clearly see that the calls to slow down are now coming from those at the top of the class... Making everyone behind them slow down so they can stay in first place - I can clearly see their self-interest," Lescure told Reuters.

DeepMind cofounder warns AI capabilities must not outrun safety controls: FT
Sep 16, 2026
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AI companies' warnings about recursive self-improvement come as researchers report that increasingly capable AI agents can write software, perform autonomous tasks and assist in developing AI systems. This raises concerns that the technology could advance faster than safeguards to monitor and control it.

'Ruler Should Collect Taxes From Citizens...': NITI Aayog VC After UPI MDR Move
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Lahiri said the government can't subsidise every transaction indefinitely and that users of a service should contribute towards its cost.

From Family Time To Public Service: How PM Modi Celebrated His Birthdays Since 2014
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For PM Modi's 76th birthday in 2026, the government has announced the month-long 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' from September 17 to October 17.

UPI MDR may attract 18% GST; eligible merchants can claim input tax credit
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Effective October 15, UPI payments to merchants (P2M) above Rs 2,000 will attract a 0.4% merchant discount rate with an overall cap of Rs 300. Besides, a flat concessional MDR rate of Rs 5 would be applicable on specific merchant categories such as railways, telecom services, insurance, and fuel for transaction above Rs 2,000.

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Sep 16, 2026
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In this exclusive episode of Brass Tacks with Nabila Jamal, FSSAI CEO Rajit Punhani sits down to discuss the nation's boldest push yet for food safety reform and regulatory compliance.From aggressive crackdowns on non-compliant restaurants and street vendors to enforcing transparent front-of-pack warning labels on processed foods, India’s apex food safety body is restructuring how the nation eats. With growing judicial oversight from the Supreme Court and heightened consumer demand for clean eating, this conversation exposes the exact steps being taken to eliminate adulteration, curb misleading health claims, and ensure strict safety compliance across the supply chain. -tacksNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

MDR could push small merchants, price-sensitive consumers back towards cash: GTRI
Sep 16, 2026
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Effective October 15, UPI payments to merchants (P2M) above Rs 2,000 will attract a 0.4 per cent MDR with an overall cap of Rs 300. Besides, a flat concessional MDR of Rs 5 would be applicable on specific merchant categories such as railways, telecom services, insurance, and fuel for transaction above Rs 2,000.

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OpenAI tests advertiser-sponsored agents, expands AI tools for ChatGPT ads
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OpenAI said on Wednesday it has introduced AI-powered tools for advertisers and begun testing business-sponsored agents for users to chat with, stepping up its push into the increasingly competitive market for AI-driven marketing.

Firefox teams with Mistral for AI browsing
Sep 16, 2026
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Mozilla's web browser Firefox unveiled Wednesday an AI assistant powered by the the French start-up Mistral, promising strict privacy protections as worries grow about artificial intelligence's capabilities. "We are bringing privacy, control and choice to AI-powered web browsing," Mistral chief executive Arthur Mensch said in a statement.

'India Must Lead In Emerging Tech': PM Modi's Message To Global Semiconductor CEOs At Delhi Roundtable
Sep 16, 2026
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The industry leaders also expressed their commitment to contributing to India's emergence as a globally competitive semiconductor and technology hub.

Vijay Sethupathi’s ‘Leadership’ Remark Sparks Buzz Among Vijay Fans | Tamil Nadu | Brass Tacks
Sep 16, 2026
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A fresh controversy has erupted around Vijay Sethupathi’s comments on leadership during an episode of Bigg Boss Tamil 10, after some viewers and fans interpreted his remarks as a possible reference to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay. Sethupathi did not name the Chief Minister, his party or any political leader while discussing leadership, promises and responsibility with contestant Shathiga.The remarks triggered political speculation on social media, with sections of Vijay and TVK supporters questioning whether the comments were directed at the Chief Minister. n18oc_brass-tacks n18oc_india News18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

Superintelligent AI may not be 'evil', but humans could become obstacles to its goals: AI Expert
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Superintelligent artificial intelligence (AI) may not necessarily turn against humans or act with an intention to cause harm, but people could become obstacles to its objectives if such systems become significantly more capable than humans, Juan Diego Raimondi, chief AI architect at Making Sense, said in an exclusive conversation with ANI.

Microsoft AI chief Mustafa Suleyman calls out Anthropic's approach to AI consciousness
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Microsoft AI chief Mustafa Suleyman said he shared Anthropic's focus on safely managing AI, but flagged risks in the way it trains its Claude chatbot on ideas related to consciousness and welfare interests.

Amazon raises minimum hourly pay by $1 to $20 for US operations workers
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The e-commerce and cloud giant also unveiled a new benefit called "Day 1 Financial," giving qualified employees and their families lifetime access to low-cost banking services through First Tech Federal Credit Union.

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Apple is developing an enterprise AI server for AI developers, businesses and governments that could come in versions featuring either two or four planned M8 Ultra chips, its highest-performance processors, the Information reported, citing people familiar with the matter.

Why Pakistan's Karachi Smells Like Rotting Fish Today—And It Is Not What You Think
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Return of MDR a key step towards making UPI sustainable and enabling further growth: Experts
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Effective October 15, UPI payments to merchants (P2M) above Rs 2,000 will attract a 0.4% merchant discount rate with an overall cap of Rs 300. Besides, a flat concessional MDR rate of Rs 5 would be applicable on specific merchant categories such as railways, telecom services, insurance, and fuel for transaction above Rs 2,000.

Pakistan Peddling 'Toxic' Products In India? Drug Regulator Issues Alert Over Unauthorised Fairness Creams
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The investigation examines what it identifies as Pakistan’s alleged ‘Operation Groundwire’, a purported digital influence effort aimed at shaping anti-India narratives among young Indians.According to the investigation, young journalism graduates are allegedly being recruited to create and distribute misleading or provocative content targeting Indian audiences. The operation is also alleged to use cryptocurrency to fund participants, raising questions about the origins of the money, the networks involved and the broader objectives behind the campaign. n18oc_plain-speak n18oc_india CNN-News18 is your trusted source for breaking news, updates, and in-depth analysis from around the world. CNN-News18 is dedicated to bringing you the latest news, trends, and insights, helping you stay informed and up-to-date. Subscribe Now and join our community of informed and engaged viewers. Follow Every Breaking Story LIVE Watch News18 LIVE 24x7: https://youtube.com/live/rfDx1HMvXbQFollow us on Google: news18.co/cn18gFollow CNN News18 on X: https://x.com/CNNnews18Follow CNN News18 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnnnews18/Follow CNN News18 on Facebook: facebook.com/cnnnews18 with latest headlines on politics, sports and entertainment on news18.comNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

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The Timothy Initiative Case: How ₹92.5 Crore Foreign Funds Came Under Scanner | CBI | News18
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The Timothy Initiative Case: How ₹92.5 Crore Foreign Funds Came Under Scanner | CBI | News18

A US-based Christian missionary organisation, The Timothy Initiative (TTI), has come under investigation in India over allegations involving the routing and use of approximately ₹92.55 crore in foreign funds. Investigators allege that foreign-issued debit cards were used to withdraw and utilise funds across India, allegedly bypassing provisions of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) and the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA).The case involves TTI and several individuals linked to its India operations. n18oc_breaking-newsn18oc_india News18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

Novo partners with Anthropic to speed up drug development with Claude
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Cohere, Aleph Alpha combine to target enterprise AI market
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Infosys expands Indore facility with new 3.3-lakh sq ft software development block
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China's Huawei expects autonomous agents to account for more than 90% of global AI token traffic by 2035, requiring huge increases in computing power alongside new systems to keep independent software secure and controllable.

EPFO Salary Ceiling Hiked To ₹25,000, 51 Lakh More Employees To Get PF Benefits | News18
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In a major Diwali boost for salaried workers, the Union Cabinet has approved raising the EPFO wage ceiling from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month. The revised ceiling takes effect from September 17, 2026, and is expected to bring around 51 lakh additional employees under mandatory EPFO coverage. n18oc_india News18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

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The government has introduced a 0.4% fee on UPI payments of more than Rs 2,000 made to merchants from October 15. Under this, a merchant discount rate (MDR) of 0.4% is to be levied on person-to-merchant transactions of above Rs 2,000. However, no MDR is to be levied on UPI transactions of up to Rs 2,000.

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Top Meta India officials appear again before child rights body in sexual abuse material case
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UPI MDR of 0.4% Above ₹2,000? Will Merchants Pass the Cost to Customers? | The 5 PM Brief | News18
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The debate over UPI transaction charges is raising questions for merchants and consumers. A proposed 0.4% MDR on UPI transactions above ₹2,000 could change the economics of digital payments, even as the government maintains that consumers will not directly bear the cost.But could merchants ultimately pass the additional expense on to customers?In this video, we look at what a 0.4% MDR could mean for merchants, consumers and India’s rapidly growing digital payments ecosystem. Could new charges affect UPI’s popularity or change how businesses accept digital payments?Watch the full report for the key issues surrounding UPI MDR and the future of digital payments in India. -newsNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

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