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Who is Fidji Simo? OpenAI's top executive for AGI deployment steps down due to health concerns as AI race intensifies
Fidji Simo, a senior OpenAI executive, has stepped down after taking medical leave due to a chronic neuroimmune condition. She will continue as a part-time adviser while her responsibilities are divided among three executives.
Economic and trade cooperation remains a key pillar of India-Indonesia ties
India and Indonesia issued a joint statement on the State Visit by Prime Minister of India to Indonesia. Prime Minister Modi and President Prabowo held official bilateral talks on 7 July 2026 at Istana Merdeka, Jakarta. The official talks covered the full spectrum of bilateral relations, including political engagement, defence and security cooperation, maritime cooperation, trade and investment, digital economy, science and technology, space, critical minerals, energy, agriculture, health, pharma, education, culture, tourism, youth exchanges and people-to-people ties, in addition to regional and global developments of mutual interest. They also witnessed the exchange of a number of bilateral documents, aimed at further strengthening the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
FMCG, healthcare in line for strong show in FY27: Brickworks
India's consumer goods and healthcare sectors are poised for robust growth this fiscal year, driven by tax relief, increasing consumer spending, and a booming medical tourism industry. Brickwork Ratings anticipates a significant revenue jump for consumer goods, while healthcare benefits from strong financial health and government initiatives. Most sectors show a stable outlook, with power distribution being the sole exception due to persistent debt issues.
Zydus partners with Guardant Health and Apollo Hospitals to introduce Shield MCD in India
Zydus Lifesciences and Guardant Health, Inc., a leading precision oncology company, have an exclusive agreement to make the Shield Multi-Cancer Detection (MCD) test available in India, for which Zydus has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Apollo Hospitals to offer the test in the territory.
Zydus Lifesciences ties up with Apollo Hospitals to offer Shield multi-cancer detection test
Zydus Lifesciences has partnered with Apollo Hospitals to introduce the Shield multi-cancer detection test in India, made possible through an agreement with Guardant Health. This innovative blood test can identify signals for multiple cancer types in individuals aged 45 and above. The collaboration aims to enhance early cancer detection and improve patient outcomes across the nation, making advanced screening more accessible.
Markets ahead: West Asia tensions, crude prices key factors to watch out
Developments on the geopolitical front, with the latest military exchanges involving the US and Iran, their impact on crude oil prices and domestic macroeconomic data announcements would dictate sentiments in the stock market this week, analysts said. Besides, trading patterns of foreign investors and progress of the southwest monsoon would also remain the key areas of focus for investors, they added. "Market participants will closely monitor Industrial Production (IIP) data, the final HSBC Manufacturing, Services and Composite PMI readings, and the foreign exchange reserves data for fresh insights into the health of the domestic economy," Ajit Mishra, SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. Globally, the trajectory of crude oil prices and geopolitical developments in West Asia will remain key drivers of market sentiment, he said. The monthly auto sales numbers on July 1 will also be tracked by investors closely. "The week ahead is likely to be shaped by developments on the ..
New India Assurance Company Ltd leads gainers in 'A' group
Galaxy Surfactants Ltd, Star Health & Allied Insurance Company Ltd, FSN E-Commerce Ventures Ltd and R R Kabel Ltd are among the other gainers in the BSE's 'A' group today, 18 June 2026.
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Fast-tracked power plants fuel AI boom, with little public scrutiny
New power plants are being built at an unprecedented speed to meet the growing demand of tech companies. These facilities, often fueled by natural gas, are being approved with minimal public notice and environmental review. Residents are raising alarms about potential health and climate impacts. This trend is reshaping energy infrastructure across the United States.
After Nestle, FSSAI Issues Notices To Eight Brands For Misleading Trade Names, Healthy Claims — Check Full List
FSSAI has issued notices to Emami Healthy & Tasty, Health Aid, Troovy, The Healthy Factory, Healthy Master, Healthy Choice, Plan B and Neuherbs.
FSSAI asks food businesses to stop using metallic pins, wires in packaging
The FSSAI has issued a strict directive to all food business operators. They must immediately cease using metallic pins and wires for packaging food items and parcels. This measure is crucial for public health and food safety. Non-compliance will lead to penal action under the FSS Act, 2006. The regulator highlighted the serious hazard of pins being consumed, causing injury.
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