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Maxsun crams 336 GB VRAM into one workstation
Maxsun partnered with Japanese manufacturer Abee to develop a liquid-cooled version of its Arc Pro B60 48G graphics card that occupies just one expansion slot instead of two. The redesigned card enables installation of seven GPUs on Maxsun's W790 motherboard, providing 336 gigabytes of combined video memory for artificial intelligence workloads. This configuration delivers 1.75 times more capacity than the previous four-card setup that offered 192 gigabytes. The liquid-cooled cards feature connectors positioned for easy integration within Abee's Designer C700W chassis, which accommodates large radiators for cooling. Industry observers estimate each liquid-cooled card will cost between $1,300 and $1,500, bringing total GPU expenses to...
Ghost of Yōtei tops UK charts despite 40% sales drop
Ghost of Yotei topped the United Kingdom physical sales chart in its debut week, surpassing EA Sports FC 26 despite recording 40 percent lower sales than its predecessor. Former GI.biz editor Chris Dring noted the comparison requires context since Ghost of Tsushima launched amid COVID-19 lockdowns when the PlayStation 4 install base exceeded current PS5 numbers by 20 million units. Digital sales data remains unavailable but represents an increasing market share that could alter the complete sales picture. Sucker Punch Productions has not announced downloadable content plans, though the studio previously waited months before revealing the Iki Island expansion for Tsushima. The developer confirmed the Legends cooperative multiplayer mode...
Supreme Court eyes Rs 3.50 lakh crore in unclaimed assets
The Supreme Court agreed on Monday to review a public interest litigation addressing unclaimed financial assets valued at approximately 3.50 lakh crore rupees across India. Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta issued notices to the Centre, SEBI, IRDAI, EPFO, and the National Saving Institute, requesting responses about creating a unified system for identifying and returning these assets to rightful owners. The petition argues that dormant bank accounts, unclaimed dividends, matured insurance proceeds, and unpaid provident fund balances remain scattered across financial institutions without centralized tracking mechanisms. Petitioners contend this situation violates constitutional guarantees under Articles 14, 19, and 21, which...
Jamnapaar season 2 drops Shanky into moral chaos
Amazon MX Player released the trailer for Jamnapaar Season 2 on Monday, showcasing protagonist Shanky Bansal confronting challenges tied to identity and ethics. Actor Ritvik Sahore returns as Shanky, who loses his CA license and must balance protecting his family's coaching center against competition from Uncoaching Academy. The season explores his troubled relationship with his father and the costs of ambition. The series features returning cast members Varun Badola, Ankita Sehgal, Shrishti Ganguly Rindani, Anubha Fatehpuria, Dhruv Sehgal, and Inder Sahani, with newcomer Vijay Raaz. Amogh Dusad, head of content at Amazon MX Player, praised the first season's authentic storytelling and expressed confidence in the sequel's appeal...
Jaipur hospital fire kills six as leaders demand answers
BJP National President J.P. Nadda and Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi expressed condolences after a fire at Sawai Man Singh Hospital's Trauma Centre in Jaipur killed more than six people on Monday. Nadda spoke with Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma to inquire about relief efforts and medical care for victims. Gandhi urged the state government to provide compensation, conduct a transparent investigation, and implement strict measures to prevent future tragedies. A six-member committee led by Medical Education Department Commissioner Iqbal Khan will investigate the fire's cause and review safety protocols. The blaze in the Neurosurgery ICU reportedly resulted from an electrical short circuit late on Sunday night. The...
School crush kills 53 as students prayed for mercy
Search teams recovered 53 bodies from the Al Khoziny Islamic boarding school collapse in East Java's Sidoarjo Regency as of Monday. The structure fell on Sept. 29 while hundreds of students prayed inside. Rescue operations entered their eighth day with 157 victims located, but 104 survived the disaster. Heavy machinery began clearing debris on the north side after responders detected no life signs on Thursday. Officials cited construction violations as the probable cause. Sidoarjo district head Subandi confirmed the school management failed to secure the required building permits before construction began. Indonesia's 2002 Building Construction Code mandates government approval for all projects. Violators face fines reaching 8 billion...
Kapil Kumar crushes teen dreams in playoff bloodbath
Kapil Kumar claimed second position on the IGPL Order of Merit after securing his first professional victory at the IGPL Invitational on Monday. The 33-year-old defeated teenager Kartik Singh in a playoff at Poona Golf Club and accumulated Rs. 29,93,925 in earnings. Gaganjeet Bhullar leads the rankings with Rs. 45,00,000 from victories at Chandigarh and Jaypee Greens. Kartik Singh ranks third with Rs. 28,71,557 after finishing in the top 10 across all three tournaments. Pukhraj Singh Gill holds fourth place with Rs. 21,21,557 following consistent performances. Four competitors have surpassed the Rs. 20 lakh mark after three events. Durga Nittur leads women earners with Rs. 4,76,400 and ranks 31st overall. Jasmine Shekar follows...
Dalit man beaten to death by mob over drone theft fear
Authorities arrested five suspects on Monday after a Dalit man died from mob violence in the Raebareli district of Uttar Pradesh. Hariom was traveling to visit relatives when locals mistook him for a drone thief and beat him fatally with sticks and belts. Police suspended three officers for negligence and launched investigations to identify the remaining attackers. The victim's widow and father demanded capital punishment for the perpetrators and property demolitions. Opposition parties criticized the BJP-led state administration for inadequate protection of marginalized communities. Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak pledged severe consequences for guilty parties and negligent law enforcement personnel. The deceased leaves behind...
Hansal Mehta admits greed killed his own film
Filmmaker Hansal Mehta reflected on Monday about his 1999 release Dil Pe Mat Le Yaar as the film reached its 25th anniversary. The director shared the movie poster on Instagram and acknowledged how creative compromises weakened Saurabh Shukla's original screenplay. Market pressures led the team to add six songs and soften the protagonist's character despite the script's darker themes about betrayal and human greed. Mehta noted the project's failure pushed him toward financial ruin and alcohol dependency. The film's negatives have been destroyed through negligence or carelessness. The experience cost him friendships but provided valuable lessons he carries forward in his career. The director stated he has reconciled with those he...
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