Sally Bundock

Sally Bundock

Sergey Brin Gifts $1.1 Billion in Alphabet Stock

Home Technology News Sergey Brin gifts $1.1 billion in Alphabet stock after AI rally Brin is also giving about $90 million to his family foundation as well as $45 million to the Michael J. Fox Foundation, which supports research into Parkinson’s disease. In May, Brin had previously doled out Alphabet shares worth $700 million to

Chennai Airport cancels 47 flights amid Cyclone Ditwah

The cancellations include 36 domestic flights and 11 international services, all grounded as a safety precaution at Chennai Airport. Regional routes to Tiruchirappalli, Madurai and Tuticorin were the worst hit, with multiple back-to-back cancellations. Chennai’s airport cancelled 47 flights on Saturday, November 29 due to adverse weather conditions triggered by Cyclone Ditwah, airport authorities said.

Ukraine’s top peace negotiator quits after police raid

Home World News Ukraine's top peace negotiator quits after raid by anti-graft police Chief of staff Andriy Yermak was leading Ukraine’s effort to push back against terms proposed by the U.S. that would satisfy many of Moscow’s territorial and security demands. Zelenskiy said he would consider a replacement on Saturday. By Reuters  November 29, 2025

Sri Lanka death toll 153 after Cyclone Ditwah

Thousands of police, navy personnel and army troops are distributing food, clearing roads and moving trapped families to safety. By Reuters  November 29, 2025, 8:20:55 PM IST (Published) At least 153 people have been killed in Sri Lanka after landslides and flooding caused by Cyclone Ditwah, officials said on Saturday, November 29, with 191 others

China central bank vows crackdown on virtual currency, flags stablecoins

Home World News China's central bank vows crackdown on virtual currency, flags stablecoin concerns The Central Bank warned that stablecoins risk being used for illegal activities including money laundering, fraud, and unauthorized cross-border fund transfers. By Reuters  November 29, 2025, 7:43:44 PM IST (Published) China's central bank reaffirmed its tough stance on virtual currencies on

Jaishankar: India pursues self-reliance as politics trumps economics

Home India News Jaishankar says India pursuing self-reliance in an era where global politics 'trumps' economics Jaishankar said that the US has radically changed the way it engages with countries of the world while China continues to play by its own rules. By CNBCTV18.com  November 29, 2025, 6:39:44 PM IST (Published) External Affairs Minister S

Thailand, Indonesia begin massive flood clean-up

Over 350 people have died in Southeast Asia on Saturday as clean-up and search and rescue efforts continue in tourist hotspots like Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia, following massive flooding over the past few days. By AFP  November 29, 2025, 5:19:59 PM IST (Published) The death toll from devastating floods and landslides in Southeast Asia climbed

Hong Kong: Fire-hit buildings had non-compliant netting; 151 dead

Home World News Hong Kong says fire-hit buildings had netting that didn't meet code; death toll climbs to 151 The Hong Kong apartment complex fire death toll rose to 151. China launched nationwide inspections of high-rise fire safety, focusing on renovations, banned materials, and emergency measures. By AP  December 1, 2025, 2:54:17 PM IST (Updated)

Thai PM Admits Flood Response Failures; Death Toll 162

Home World News Thai prime minister acknowledges flood response failures as death toll rises to 162 Anutin Charnvirakul announced recovery plans after floods killed 162 in southern Thailand, with Songkhla worst hit. King Maha Vajiralongkorn pledged 100 million baht to Hat Yai Hospital. By CNBCTV18 November 29, 2025, 4:31:21 PM IST (Published) Thai Prime Minister

Ukrainian drone pilots look to AI for battlefield edge – CNBC TV18

Drone technology has evolved rapidly over the nearly four years since Russia invaded Ukraine. As both Ukraine and Russia produce several million drones a year, the use of signal-jamming devices to cut the connection between drones and their pilots has become ubiquitous on the front lines. By Reuters  November 29, 2025, 4:09:10 PM IST (Published)
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