Month: December 2024

Google CEO Sundar Pichai introduces a revised definition of ‘Googleyness,’ condensing it into six principles to offer clearer guidance for employees. The redefined framework addresses previous criticisms of fostering workplace homogeneity and aligns with Google’s updated hiring guidelines focusing on diversity and inclusion since 2019.

Blinkit, owned by Zomato, is offering free Christmas cakes for orders above Rs 499 if a tweet gets 5,000 likes. Highlighting the festive promotion on social media, the quick commerce platform invites users to like their post to claim the offer.

The re-entry of a Chinese satellite created a fireball display over the southern United States on Sunday night. The SuperView-1 02 satellite burned up over New Orleans, causing sightings across several states. This event drew both awe and concern from the public regarding falling space debris.

A cargo ship at Istanbul port capsized due to imbalanced cargo loading, leading to a rescue operation for the crew. Ten crew members were rescued quickly, while five others escaped by jumping into the water. One crew member was slightly injured and taken to a hospital.

Kate Middleton reached out to Lady Gabriella Windsor after her husband’s tragic passing, inviting her to help plan the annual Christmas carol concert. Lady Gabriella contributed by selecting musical performances and felt honored by Middleton’s gesture. The event aimed to celebrate individuals who support those in need and featured various artists and community members.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his sorrow over efforts to disrupt peace, referencing the recent attack at a German Christmas market. Attending a Christmas event, he emphasized love and unity as taught by Lord Christ. Modi also highlighted India’s humanitarian responses during major crises, stressing a commitment to global aid and human rights.

US President-elect Donald Trump appoints Chennai-born Sriram Krishnan as White House advisor on AI policy, sparking debates among MAGA radicals. Krishnan’s tech background includes roles at Microsoft, Twitter, Yahoo!, and Facebook. His views on H-1B visas and skilled immigration raise concerns among nativist groups.

The BCCI has included all-rounder Tanush Kotian in the Indian cricket squad for the fourth and fifth Tests against Australia. Kotian, an off-spinner from Mumbai, earned his spot with impressive domestic performances, including a standout 2023-24 Ranji Trophy season. He replaces retired R Ashwin, bolstering India’s spin-bowling and batting lineup for the crucial matches ahead.

Jagadguru Swami Rambhadracharya criticized RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s remark on not raking up Ram temple-like issues elsewhere, calling it influenced by appeasement politics. He expressed displeasure at the silence on violence in Sambhal and atrocities against Hindus. Bhagwat emphasized harmony among faiths and avoiding extremism in a lecture on ‘Vishwaguru Bharat’.