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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay on Wednesday won the crucial floor test in the state assembly with the support of 144 MLAs.

Amid the escalating West Asia crisis, US President Donald Trump announced a five-day pause in military action against Iran, citing what he called "very good and productive conversations" and the "real possibility" of a deal.

At the India Today Conclave 2026, Maye Musk shared life lessons on ageing, purpose and family. She emphasised meaningful work, letting children make decisions and finding happiness beyond fame.

The two-day event features sessions on geopolitics, artificial intelligence in warfare, robotics, health and wellness, and cricket. Participants include India's T20 World Cup-winning captain Suryakumar Yadav and player of the tournament Sanju Samson.

This week on Tech Today, we explore three massive stories. From AI-driven social networks to life-saving safety features and upcoming secret hardwares. First, we dive into MoltBook, a viral social media platform designed exclusively for AI agents where humans are strictly observers and banned from posting. From bots developing their own "slang" to creating a shared belief framework overnight, we look at why tech leaders like Elon Musk are calling this the "early stages of the singularity." Next, we break down essential Safety Tech Tips every resident should know, including how to properly configure SOS triggers and why the 112 Emergency App is a non-negotiable install for your protection. Finally, we get a first look at the hardware that could redefine Apple in 2026. We reveal leaked details of the iPhone Fold. Featuring a massive 8-inch screen and a rumored "invisible" hinge and the Apple AI Pin, a screenless device designed to give Siri "Visual Intelligence." In this episode: Big Tech Story: The AI Social Network - Inside MoltBook, the platform where machines talk and humans watch. Tech & You: Safety Tech for Delhi-NCR - Critical smartphone settings and the 112 app that can act as a lifeline. First Look: Apple’s Secret Projects - A deep dive into the iPhone Fold and the screenless AI Pin. Stay Connected.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and held a discussion on advancing bilateral economic partnership and strategic cooperation,

In an exclusive interview with India Today's Geeta Mohan and Marya Shakil, American journalist Tucker Carlson spoke on a wide range of issues, including the US-India trade deal and the role of social media.

This edition of News Today focusses on the newly announced trade pact between India and the United States following a phone call between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump.

US President Donald Trump said on Monday that India and the US have agreed to a trade deal under which Washington will bring down reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent from the current 25 per cent.

The top focus of this episode of 5 Live is on Pakistan's decision to boycott its match against India at the T20 World Cup.

On this Special Report, the focus is on the final and largest release of Jeffrey Epstein files by the US Department of Justice. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche confirmed the scale of the disclosure, stating, 'Today, we are producing more than 3 million pages, including more than 2,000 videos and 180,000 images.' The cache includes unverified FBI claims regarding Donald Trump, Jared Kushner, and Bill Gates, alongside mentions of high-profile figures like Elon Musk and Alan Dershowitz. The report highlights allegations of Russian-linked money flows and scrutiny over real estate transactions involving the Kushner family firm. While the documents contain name drops ranging from Harvey Weinstein to Meera Nair, no new formal charges have been filed. The programme explores the political fallout of these documents, which include draft emails and images seized from Epstein’s devices, reopening a scandal that continues to rattle Washington’s power corridors.

Following an India Today report, Elon Musk's social media platform X has admitted to lapses concerning its AI tool, Grok, which was used to generate obscene imagery of women. This special report details the action taken by X after receiving directives from the Indian government, which were prompted by complaints from figures like Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi, who wrote to IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The platform has since blocked approximately 3,500 pieces of content and deleted over 600 accounts. However, the report questions the efficacy of these measures, quoting the sentiment that 'just deleting those accounts, etc, doesn't really solve any purpose, because you can delete 10, another 100 will sprout out'. The discussion also covers international reactions, noting that countries like Indonesia and Malaysia are considering banning the AI platform, and highlights that X has now restricted image generation to paying subscribers, a move deemed insufficient by the programme's analysts.

Following Indonesia's lead, Malaysia has now suspended access to Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, due to concerns over AI-generated pornographic content. India Today's Shivani Sharma reports that the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has ordered an immediate temporary restriction on the platform. The move comes after global criticism of Grok's image creation feature, which reportedly allowed users to create sexualized images of women and children. According to Sharma, the Malaysian regulator found the platform's safeguards to be inadequate. She notes that access will only be restored 'after the required changes are verified'. This action highlights the growing international concern among nations from Europe to Asia regarding the content generated by new AI tools and the push for stronger platform accountability.

Following a big India Today impact on the Grok obscenity row, Elon Musk's social media platform X has admitted to lapses and assured compliance with Indian law, according to government sources. The action comes after the IT Ministry directed X to remove all vulgar and unlawful material generated by its AI chatbot, Grok. In its official submission, X stated it would take 'strict action against illegal content and confirmed that such material would be removed and accounts involved would be permanently suspended'. Following the centre's directives, the platform has blocked around 3,500 pieces of content and deleted over 600 accounts. Officials added that X has committed to ensuring that obscene imagery will not be allowed on the platform in the future. The government had found X's initial response inadequate, stressing that social media companies must take responsibility for the content they host.

On this Special Report, the coverage spans from geopolitical upheavals in Iran and Venezuela to shifting alliances in South Asia. The programme highlights the growing defence partnership between Pakistan and Bangladesh, including talks on JF-17 fighter jets, which raises strategic concerns for New Delhi. Additionally, it addresses the Indian government's stern warning to Elon Musk’s X regarding obscene content generated by its AI chatbot, Grok. An unidentified speaker notes, 'India is drawing a hard line on artificial intelligence and online accountability,' warning that the platform could lose legal immunity. The report also touches on the economic distress fueling protests in Iran and the implications of US foreign policy.

In this episode of India First, India Today's Gaurav Sawant covers major developments in West Bengal and Delhi. The court-mandated demolition drive at Delhi’s Turkman Gate near the Faiz-e-Ilahi mosque turned violent earlier this week, where police arrested 11 individuals for stone-pelting and spreading misinformation. Petitioner Preet Sirohi and representatives from the BJP and Samajwadi Party debate the legality and timing of the demolition, with BJP spokesperson Charu Pragya defending due process.

This special report covers the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro by the United States and his appearance in a New York court on multiple charges. The programme details the international reaction, including condemnation from Russia and China, and the US warning of further strikes. It also examines the implications for India, including US tariff threats over Russian oil purchases and the potential unlocking of billions in Indian energy investments in Venezuela from companies like ONGC Videsh and Reliance Industries. A speaker supporting Maduro stated, 'We respect the sovereign decisions of all governments, and we demand that same respect in return.' The report also touches upon renewed US interest in Greenland, a security scare at the US Vice President's residence, and US warnings to Iran amid growing protests.

In a major India Today impact, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has issued a strict notice to social media platform X regarding the misuse of its Grok AI tool. The government has flagged that Grok is being used to generate and circulate obscene, non-consensual deepfake images of women. Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi, who raised the issue with IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, stated, 'It is extremely scary that we are living in times where we, as a woman... live in the constant danger of our photographs being misused.' The Ministry has ordered X to conduct a comprehensive review and submit an action-taken report within 72 hours or face legal consequences.

In a significant move to curb digital abuse, the IT Ministry has issued a stern notice to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) regarding the misuse of its Grok AI service. India Today Journalist Aishwarya Paliwal reports that the ministry has flagged the creation and circulation of obscene, deepfake images of women using the AI tool. The government has set a strict 72-hour deadline for X to remove all such derogatory content and submit an action-taken report. The notice highlights that these activities violate the IT Act and undermine the modesty of women. The ministry has warned that failure to comply could result in the platform losing its legal immunity. This development follows complaints from several MPs about the misuse of their images on the platform.