Anthropic to offer Claude to Trump administration for $1
The 'Claude for Government' has been officially cleared for use by federal employees for sensitive, unclassified work. The development follows OpenAI's contract with the US federal agency, which levied a fee of $1 per federal agency, with additional discounts for senators, members of Congress, and top judges.
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- Time of India
August 2025 stimulus buzz: Is another check coming in your bank account? Check details
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There have been speculations and rumours on social media that a fourth stimulus check of $2,000 might be received by Americans. But there has been no official confirmation from Congress or the IRS to support this claim and any such news should be taken with caution as it could be misinformation or attempted fraud. Live Events There has been no indication that a fourth stimulus check will be issued as a result of cost-cutting measures. Any form of stimulus payment issued by the US government would have to be approved by Congress. The first stimulus check was for up to $1,200 for individuals and $2,400 for married couples, plus $500 per qualifying child under the age of 17. While the second stimulus check was up to $600 per individual, $1,200 for married couples and $600 per qualifying child under 17. The third stimulus check was for $1,400 per eligible individual and married couples filing jointly received an additional $1,400 for each qualifying dependent. ALSO READ: DC airport on high alert after traveler diagnosed with world's most contagious disease. What steps should you follow? Can you claim stimulus payment now? The window to claim or file for the first stimulus payment (distributed in March and April 2020), the second stimulus check (sent by Jan. 15, 2021), or the third stimulus check (issued between March and December 2021) has now closed. For the third and final stimulus payment, the filing deadline was April 15, 2025, marking the three-year limit to request any tax refunds, including the $1,400 Recovery Rebate Credit for 2021. It is best to work directly with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) or a reputable tax professional to address missing stimulus payments or claim the relevant Recovery Rebate Credit on your tax return, if eligible. Where is my tax refund? On the site, taxpayers who filed their returns can see their refund status on the "Where's My Refund?" tool. 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Time of India
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- Time of India
When 19-year-old Sam Altman pitched his first startup Loopt in a neon polo after dropping out of Stanford: Video resurfaces
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Indian Express
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- Indian Express
Congress & SP pushed country into crisis, served only their families: UP CM Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Thursday that the Congress and the Samajwadi Party pushed the country into an identity crisis after centuries of exploitation by the Mughals and British, and that the two never worked for inclusive development, serving only their own families. Speaking at the inauguration of a cement plant in Etah, Adityanath claimed that the district once synonymous with crime and mafia rule has now transformed into a hub of investment and industry. 'Eight-nine years ago, Etah was known for land encroachments, and the poor had no voice. Today, it is known for law and order, power generation and industrial growth,' he said. The Chief Minister said the nearby Jawaharpur thermal power plant generates 1,500 MW power, while Shree Cement's unit worth Rs 750 crore has created 500 direct jobs and more than 3,000 indirect employment opportunities. 'This investment is not only about jobs but also about strengthening of trade, transport and distribution networks — the real foundation of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat. There was a time when even a commodity like cement was rationed and would be available only through connections, making house construction extremely difficult,' he said. 'How could development take place with such an intent and policies?' he asked. India, which was 11th in the world economy in 2014 due to the policies of the Congress and SP, has now risen to 4th place under PM Modi and is set to become the third-largest economy within two years, he claimed. Uttar Pradesh too, he said, has risen from the seventh-largest state economy in 2017 to the second-largest today, the CM added. He credited this economic turnaround to strict action against the mafia and rioters, which restored investors' confidence. 'UP has received investment proposals worth Rs 45 lakh crore, out of which Rs 15 lakh crore have already been executed, creating employment for 60 lakh youth,' he said. He added that 60,244 youth, including many from Etah, were recruited into the police force without any discrimination. Under the Mukhyamantri Yuva Yojana, 70,000 young entrepreneurs received interest- and guarantee-free loans to set up enterprises. The Chief Minister noted that 'bells and ghungroos' of Etah's Jalesar remain an integral part of worship and musical performances. The state is preparing a roadmap for Viksit Bharat by linking this cultural heritage with modern development, he said, adding: 'In the Legislative Assembly and Council, a 24-hour discussion was held on key sectors, and experts will now visit every district to train youth and prepare district-level roadmaps with public participation.' The state, he said, will honour every promise made under the industrial policy.
