Is the United States, once the undisputed titan of Artificial Intelligence (AI), now watching its lead slip away to China? The question gnaws at the core of America’s technological pride, and the answer isn’t simple. The US still boasts giants like OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic, churning out cutting-edge models that dazzle the world. Yet, across the Pacific, China’s AI juggernaut ...

In the heart of India’s villages and towns, a quiet yet powerful transformation is taking place. Women, long sidelined in economic conversations, are now stepping into the roles of entrepreneurs, educators, and change-makers. This shift is not just about equality: It’s about unlocking a massive economic opportunity. Investing in women-led development at the grass roots is not just a social ...

The Mahakumbh has successfully concluded in the holy city of Prayagraj. A grand Mahayajna of Unity has been completed. When the consciousness of a nation awakens, when it breaks free from the shackles of a centuries-old mindset of subjugation, it breathes freely in the fresh air of renewed energy. The result of this was witnessed at the Ekta Ka Mahakumbh ...

Imagine being handcuffed not by steel, but by pixels. A voice on your phone claims you are a criminal, flashes a fake warrant, and demands money to avert arrest. You are not in a dystopian film –you are under digital arrest, a cyber-sham where scammers weaponize authority and fear to hijack lives. The recent case of Berhampur University Vice-Chancellor Geetanjali ...

The Utkarsh Odisha Conclave 2025, with its grand signing of 54 MoUs worth ₹5 lakh crore on Day 1, feels less like a business summit and more like a theatrical revival of Odisha’s ancient legacy as a global trade hub. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s invocation of the Bali Yatra — a festival commemorating Odisha’s maritime glory with Southeast Asia — ...

As we approach the 2025-26 Union Budget, infrastructure expenditure remains the linchpin of India’s economic growth strategy. The allocation of Rs 11.1 lakh crore for infrastructure in the 2024-25 budget has laid a robust foundation, and the upcoming budget must accelerate momentum in key sectors such as railways, defence, power, and data centers. To maximize the potential of these investments, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JANUARY 13, 2025 The sixth edition of Odisha Manaska, a vibrant community discourse platform organized by All Things Odisha, took place on Sunday at the Safe Odisha For Her head office in Saheed Nagar, here. The event witnessed the enthusiastic participation of around 30 individuals from various fields, who engaged in an in-depth discussion on the theme, ...

By PRIYABRAT BISWAL With each New Year, a bittersweet memory resurfaces — one I’ve cherished for decades. It’s the memory of my mother, quietly standing by my side as she handed me a diary, a simple yet profoundly meaningful gift. For me, the arrival of the New Year will always be intertwined with the memory of her thoughtful gesture, which ...

You are in your late thirties or forties, juggling work, family responsibilities, and a long list of personal goals. Planning for retirement might feel like one more overwhelming task, especially when managing current finances already demands attention. But then, someone mentions mutual funds—a type of investment that can potentially grow your money over time without your constant involvement. You start ...

It has been a month since Shri Ratan Tata Ji left us. From bustling cities and towns to villages, his absence is deeply felt across every segment of society. Seasoned industrialists, budding entrepreneurs and hardworking professionals mourn his loss. Those passionate about the environment and devoted to philanthropy are equally saddened. His absence has been deeply felt not only across ...