Oracle has announced major layoffs, cutting an estimated 20,000 to 30,000 jobs across the US, India, Canada and Latin America. Many senior and long-serving workers were affected. Reports said the company is focusing more on artificial intelligence, cloud services and automation. Experts say many tech firms are reducing staff to lower costs and increase profits. Companies like Meta and Microsoft have also announced job cuts recently. Workers now fear fewer openings and slower hiring. Entry-level jobs and routine roles face pressure from AI tools. Senior employees are also seeing growing job risks.

Fossils uncovered after heavy rains in Tamil Nadu have been dated to around 12,000 years old, Union minister Bhupender Yadav said. The discovery was made in Thoothukudi after soil erosion in 2023 exposed buried remains. Scientists said the fossils belong to the Holocene period. They believe the findings can help study ancient species and past climate. “These findings are crucial in helping us better understand India’s ancient biodiversity,” Yadav said. Experts added the fossils may show whether the area once had forests, grasslands, or marine influence. Studies are ongoing. (PC: India Today)

4 members of a family died in Mumbai after suspected food poisoning, police said. The incident took place in the Pydhonie area on April 25 night. Nine relatives had dinner together, including biryani. Later, between 1 am and 1:30 am, four of them ate watermelon. By early morning, they developed vomiting and loose motions. They were first seen by a doctor and then taken to JJ Hospital. The younger daughter died in the morning, followed by the father at night. The mother and elder daughter also died during treatment. Police said, “The exact cause is still unclear and under investigation.” Reports are awaited. (PC: X)

BBC remembers Raghu Rai as a photographer who captured India with depth and clarity. He died at 83 after a career spanning over five decades.   His work covered major moments like the Bhopal gas tragedy and unrest in Punjab. He also photographed leaders such as Indira Gandhi and many cultural figures.   Rai joined Magnum Photos in 1977 with support from Henri Cartier-Bresson.   He once said, “I meet my god through my camera.” His images shaped how India saw itself. (PC: BBC)

A 26-year-old Dalit man, Akash Delison, died on March 8, two days after his arrest in Tamil Nadu. His body is still in a hospital morgue as his family demands justice. His parents allege he was tortured in police custody. Police have denied this and said he was injured while trying to escape. Six officers have been suspended and an investigation is underway. His father said, “They have snuffed out the life of an active young man.” The family said they will not conduct last rites until the policemen responsible are arrested. (PC: BBC)

An Air India flight from Mumbai made a priority landing in Bhopal on Sunday after reporting a technical snag mid-air. Flight AI 633 landed safely at 3.20 pm with 175 people on board, including passengers and crew. Airport officials activated safety measures before landing. Fire teams, rescue staff and security personnel were kept ready. No injuries were reported. After inspection, the aircraft was declared unserviceable and taken out of service for repairs. The return flight AI 634 from Bhopal to Mumbai was cancelled. Officials said passengers would be given further assistance. (PC: ANI)

Raghu Rai, one of India’s most respected photographers, has died at the age of 83. His family confirmed the news on Sunday. Rai was known for capturing India’s history, people and politics through powerful images. He photographed major events such as the 1971 Bangladesh war and the 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy. His work also included portraits of leaders, artists and everyday people. Rai received the Padma Shri in 1972. He was also a member of Magnum Photos. Many leaders and admirers paid tribute to his legacy. (PC: Raghu Rai, Getty Images)

Renowned Indian photojournalist Raghu Rai passed away at the age of 83, marking the end of an extraordinary era in Indian photography. Widely regarded as a pioneer, Rai’s work captured India’s social, political, and cultural landscape over five decades. A recipient of the Padma Shri, he was known for powerful images such as those documenting the Bhopal gas tragedy and portraits of influential figures. He battled prolonged illness before his death in New Delhi. Rai’s contributions to photojournalism and visual storytelling leave a lasting global legacy. (PC: HT)

Thousands of protesters clashed with police in Imphal on Saturday after security forces stopped rallies heading to the chief minister’s residence. The protests were organised by Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity, which demanded peace in violence-hit Manipur. Police placed barricades at key roads and blocked the marchers. Tear gas was fired after some protesters tried to cross barricades near Khurai Lamlong. Demonstrators also sought justice for two children killed in a recent blast. Later, a delegation met Chief Minister N. Biren Singh and submitted a memorandum. Tension remained high in the city. (PC: PTI)

A large rally in Imphal turned tense on Saturday after clashes broke out between protesters and security forces. The march was organised by the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI). People gathered from valley districts and moved towards Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh’s residence to submit six demands. These included peace, safety, and action over recent violence. Police fired tear gas shells at several places to control the crowd. Panic spread near Khwairamband Ima Keithel as vendors and shoppers ran away. No major injuries were reported, but tension remained high.