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A prominent computer scientist has made a startling claim: technology could make humans immortal by 2030, with artificial intelligence (AI) playing a central role in this revolutionary development. The Scientist Behind the ClaimAccording to a report by The Times of India, the claim comes from Ray Kurzweil, a veteran computer scientist and former Google engineer. Kurzweil, who has received the National Medal of Technology (1999) and been inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame (2002), believes that a combination of biotechnology, nanotechnology, and AI could dramatically extend human life, potentially making death a thing of the past. AI as the Key to ImmortalityIn his book, The Singularity Is Near, Kurzweil argues that by 2029, AI will match human intelligence, passing the ...

Bengaluru: Online frauds through dating apps are on the rise, and a recent incident from Bengaluru highlights the risks. A 42-year-old man, Jagdish C., was duped of ₹1.29 crore after being lured by a woman he met on the dating app Quack Quack. How the Scam UnfoldedAccording to reports, Jagdish established a friendship with a woman named Meghna Reddy on the app. She gained his trust and convinced him to invest money in an alleged international stock market scheme. Jagdish, believing the scheme to be legitimate, transferred funds multiple times through RTGS and NEFT, totaling over ₹1.29 crore. Fraudster Disappears After Securing FundsAfter receiving the money, Meghna, who claimed to be a woman, vanished. It remains unclear whether she was indeed female or someone else posing as her. Ja...

Mumbai/Delhi: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer confined to the technology sector; it is reshaping industries, professions, and everyday life across the globe—and India is no exception. From education and healthcare to agriculture, business, judiciary, and urban management, AI-driven systems are enhancing efficiency, improving decision-making, and driving innovation. 1. Education RevolutionIn India, where digital education is rapidly expanding, AI-powered smart classrooms, personalized learning platforms, and virtual tutors are transforming the way students learn. AI analyzes students’ learning pace, strengths, and weaknesses, providing customized study material while helping teachers refine their teaching methods. Globally, countries like Finland use AI for educational policy-m...