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India's AI boom cannot ignore its water crunch

India's AI growth risks exacerbating severe water stress as data centers, crucial for AI infrastructure, consume vast amounts of water. Cities like Hyderabad and Bengaluru, already facing shortages, are becoming AI hubs. While AI promises inclusive growth, its physical demands strain local resources, necessitating urgent policy reforms and location-specific planning…

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India's 28 big listed realty firms clock Rs 1.95 lakh cr pre-sales in FY26; Godrej Properties at top

India's top 28 listed real estate firms achieved impressive sales bookings of Rs 1.95 lakh crore last fiscal, driven by robust housing demand. Godrej Properties led the pack, followed by Prestige Estates and Lodha Developers. This surge, a 17% increase from the previous year, highlights growing buyer confidence in branded…

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Got my dream job, salary doubled, still crying every day: Bengaluru techie asks if she should quit and return home

A 23-year-old woman is grappling with severe anxiety and panic attacks after landing her dream job in Bengaluru, despite a high salary and positive work environment. Relocating from her hometown, she finds herself overwhelmed and questioning her ability to cope, even considering quitting. She seeks advice from an online community…

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Bengaluru techie says it is better to stay in a big company at a lower salary then a small one with high salary

A Bengaluru techie's advice to prioritize job stability at large firms over lucrative offers from smaller companies has sparked debate. Citing a friend's experience of losing a job after a 60% pay hike at a consultancy, he urges caution in the volatile IT sector. However, social media users countered that…

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22k gold rate today: Check 24k, 22k, 20k, 18k gold prices (June 24, 2026) at Tanishq, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers, Malabar Gold & Diamonds and IBJA

Gold prices saw a mixed trend on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, with Tanishq holding steady while other major jewellers like Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Kalyan Jewellers, and Joyalukkas lowered their 22K gold rates. This comes as IBJA's Tuesday evening rates indicated a slight dip. Consumers can check specific rates across…

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QOSMIC raises $3.3 million from Prosus, Accel, South Park Commons to solve space’s growing data bottleneck

Bengaluru-based QOSMIC has secured $3.33 million in seed funding to tackle a growing bottleneck in space: getting vast amounts of satellite data back to Earth. The newly raised capital will be used to scale manufacturing, integration and testing capabilities, while expanding engineering teams across optics, mechanical systems and electronics.

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Ex-banker quits corporate job, turns to chemical-free zero-budget farming; builds Rs 21 crore agriculture empire across 650 acres in Andhra, empowers 3,000 rural women

A former banker, Amith Kishan, transformed his life by establishing Hebbevu Farms in Andhra Pradesh, a 650-acre natural farming enterprise. Shunning chemicals and tractors, the farm thrives on indigenous practices, powered by 700 cows and bulls. This initiative not only produces diverse crops and dairy but also provides employment to…

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₹66 LPA at Amazon or ₹65 LPA at Salesforce? Bengaluru Techie’s Career Dilemma Sparks Debate

For most professionals, receiving even one high-paying offer from a global tech giant would be a dream come true. But for one Bengaluru-based software engineer, landing two lucrative offers at the same time has created an unexpected dilemma.

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Cybersecurity firm Mitigata raises $15 million funding led by Bessemer Venture Partners

Bengaluru-based cybersecurity firm Mitigata has secured $15 million in a funding round led by Bessemer Venture Partners. The capital infusion will fuel headcount expansion, bolster research and development, and drive international market entry into the Middle East and Southeast Asia. Mitigata's AI-powered platform offers comprehensive cybersecurity solutions, addressing the escalating…

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NEET re-exam: Karnataka Congress chief regrets hardship faced by students due to traffic disruption

Congress president B.K. Hariprasad expressed regret over students facing traffic issues reaching NEET exam centres due to a party rally, while strongly criticizing the BJP over repeated question paper leaks. He questioned the BJP's actions for students and highlighted the Prime Minister's and Education Minister's lack of accountability. Hariprasad asserted…

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'Politics above students' interests': BJP on Bengaluru aspirants missing NEET-UG due to Congress rally

The BJP has criticized the Congress, alleging that a party rally in Bengaluru caused traffic disruptions, preventing several NEET-UG aspirants from reaching their exam centers. BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi stated this demonstrates the Congress prioritizes politics over students' futures, contrasting it with Prime Minister Modi's efforts to ensure exam candidates…

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Bengaluru techie who started with just Rs 5,000 salary now has Rs 70 lakh net worth, but still carries one regret he cannot forget

A Bengaluru tech professional's journey from a Rs 5,000 monthly salary to a Rs 45 lakh annual package and Rs 70 lakh net worth is inspiring thousands. Despite financial success, the individual expresses regret over not pursuing a bachelor's degree earlier, which impacted confidence. The story highlights career setbacks, self-doubt,…

The Economic Times

22k gold rate today: Check 24k, 22k, 18k gold prices (June 22, 2026) at IBJA, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Tanishq, Joyalukkas and Kalyan Jewellers

Gold rate today: Gold prices saw a slight uptick today, June 22, 2026, with 22k gold jewellery at Tanishq priced at Rs13,475 per gram. Major retailers like Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Kalyan Jewellers, and Joyalukkas also reflect similar rates.

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Rs 28 LPA in Bengaluru or $60K per year in US: Indian student on F-1 visa asks which one is wiser to choose

$60K per year is obviously more than Rs 28 LPA but salary conversion can be misleading and the dollar option may not be lucrative at all when the expenses of the US are taken into account. An F-1 student explained a confusing situation he is in as he has two…

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How long will Virat Kohli play for RCB? CEO Rajesh Menon answers

Royal Challengers Bengaluru CEO Rajesh Menon is confident Virat Kohli will play for the franchise for at least three to four more years, emphasizing his irreplaceable role. Kohli's stellar 2026 IPL season, marked by a career-best strike rate and a match-winning final, underscores his continued impact. Menon envisions Kohli remaining…

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CM Shivakumar announces one more Karnataka Bhavan in Delhi for civil servant aspirants

Karnataka's Cabinet has greenlit significant developments, including a new Karnataka Bhavan in Delhi for competitive exam aspirants, costing Rs 80 crore. The state will also acquire 620 new buses for transport corporations and invest heavily in healthcare, with a Rs 100 crore super-speciality hospital planned for Yadgir. Exemptions for rural…

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ED case against five Bengaluru-based entities for 'unauthorised' cross-border crypto transactions

The Enforcement Directorate has initiated a FEMA probe into five companies located in Bengaluru for their alleged involvement in unauthorized cross-border transactions amounting to Rs 2,500 crore through cryptocurrency. Investigations uncovered significant regulatory evasion via online ads promoting immediate fiat-to-crypto swaps and the establishment of shell companies. Consequently, the ED…

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22k gold rate today: Check 24k, 22k, 18k gold prices (June 19, 2026) at Tanishq, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers, Malabar Gold & Diamonds and IBJA

Gold rate today: Gold prices are down today across India. This follows a drop in domestic bullion rates. Consumers planning to buy gold jewellery will find lower prices. Experts suggest gold may target further support zones.

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Meta in India doing what others can’t: Infrastructure head Santosh Janardhan

Meta Platforms is set to build significant AI data centre capacity in India. The company is already working on a large data centre in Jamnagar with Reliance Industries. Meta's Bengaluru engineering hub plays a crucial role in developing proprietary silicon, said Santosh Janardhan global head of infrastructure at Meta Platforms.

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Leapfrog Engineering's Rs 88.5-cr SME IPO fully subscribed on day 1

Leapfrog Engineering Services' IPO saw strong initial demand, subscribed 1.28 times on day one, with Qualified Institutional Buyers leading the surge. The Bengaluru-based firm aims to expand its assembling unit and working capital with funds from the Rs 79.60 crore fresh issue.

The Economic Times

'Getting land in Bengaluru more difficult than making satellites': Startup founder's tweet sparks Andhra-Karnataka investment war

A startup founder's frustration over land acquisition for a satellite factory near Bengaluru has ignited a fierce competition between Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. Both states are actively wooing Pixxel, with Karnataka assuring support and Andhra Pradesh highlighting its investor-friendly initiatives and dedicated aerospace parks.

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Bengaluru man's magic! In just 24 hours, he revives a forgotten pond; Now it holds twice the water and attracts Kingfishers, Herons & more

A dried-up Bengaluru pond, Bikkanahalli Kunte, has been revived in just 24 hours by environmentalist Gurunandan Rao and volunteers. After months of securing permissions and addressing encroachments, the team cleared silt and waste, restoring the water body. The successful restoration has already attracted wildlife and improved local water storage capacity.

The Economic Times

WhatsApp groups as ‘Parliament’? Bengaluru woman’s viral post calls apartment complexes ‘sovereign nations’

A Bengaluru resident's viral social media post likens Indian apartment complexes to sovereign nations. These communities possess their own governments, bureaucracy, and parliamentary sessions held on WhatsApp. Residents passionately engage in internal politics, debating issues like parking and maintenance charges with the intensity of constitutional crises. The spirit of democracy…

The Economic Times

Bengaluru, Pune, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Chennai dominate India’s AI talent map: Report

Nearly one in five AI learners comes from Tier II cities such as Lucknow, Patna, Jaipur, Indore, Nagpur, Chengalpattu and Coimbatore, according to Scaler's India AI Workforce Report 2026, a study of career outcomes among India's AI-skilled workforce.

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India key to Mercedes’ technology stack, autonomous-driving ambitions: CTO Jörg Burzer

Mercedes-Benz is significantly leveraging its Indian R&D center in Bengaluru for its biggest software transformation to date, MB.OS, which will power future S-Class models and other vehicles. This proprietary operating system, designed with AI integration, is crucial for the automaker's shift towards software-defined platforms and autonomous driving ambitions.

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