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A backend developer recently asked a question that many other tech folks have to grapple with as well. As someone who has spent years learning programming languages, cloud platforms, frameworks and tools, he doesn't really feel the need to continue doing so anymore. And the reason? Artificial intelligence. Taking to Reddit, the user described how learning Java, Spring Boot, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes and even front-end stuff used to be exciting for him.

A Bengaluru workplace dispute has spilled onto Reddit after an employee accused a textile company of refusing to pay salaries owed to three workers. The post, shared on r/IndianWorkplace, names Kabira Textile and its founder, Radha Raja, and alleges that full-time employees were being treated like freelancers when it came to payment. The employee also claimed that seven people had quit after joining the company since June, adding to a story that quickly drew hundreds of reactions online.

The internet never really takes a day off, and neither do our news notifications. From King Harald V’s emotional farewell to the people of Norway to the Maharashtra FDA ensuring clean and hygienic prasad for Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations in Mumbai, plenty is keeping social media busy today. Meanwhile, Jacob Coxon’s viral post on X about AI and its potential risks, Cricket Australia opening the Big Bash League to private investment, and Apple’s massive launch in India are also making headlines.

Gattouz0 has sent social media into overdrive after telling viewers, “I’m officially gay,” during a recent livestream Q&A. The adult star, whose real name is Youssef Khelil, was responding to questions from his chat when he repeatedly asked, “Chat, am I gay?” before giving the surprising answer himself. He then said his earlier videos with women were a way of “avoiding the truth”, leaving viewers wondering if they had just watched Gattouz come out.

The technology sector has seen multiple layoffs, hiring freezes and conversations concerning artificial intelligence in the last couple of years. There is, however, an oncoming shift that is currently happening in the way engineers view their profession. The debate is no longer about the threat of job losses but about the value of work done when artificial intelligence can execute specific tasks which were previously done by teams of engineers.

The civic body has partnered with the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) to prepare a high-resolution pollution emission inventory covering Mumbai, Navi Mumbai and Thane. The study is intended to provide updated data on the changing sources of emissions and support future pollution-control measures.

The incident took place on Monday, September 7, amid heightened security arrangements in BKC ahead of the Prime Minister’s programme the following day. Police, however, clarified that there was no evidence linking the accused or their actions to Modi’s visit.

If you have spent any time on X this week, you may have come across the name BatmanBarbie. She is the YouTube creator getting attention for something that should not feel unusual, but somehow does: sitting in her room and talking about shows she genuinely likes. Her videos are simple, sometimes visibly low resolution, and almost completely free of the polished look that dominates YouTube today. That is precisely what has made people curious about her.

The Maharashtra government has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with JSW Energy Limited and Torrent Power Limited for the development of proposed nuclear power projects in the state. The agreements were signed and exchanged in the presence of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis at Sahyadri Guest House in Mumbai. Under the first agreement, JSW Energy has proposed developing a 2,800 MW nuclear power plant at Bhiv Bunder in Aghari village of Dapoli taluka in Ratnagiri district.

Actor Rani Mukerji received the Late Raj Kapoor Special Contribution Award 2025, recognising her contribution to Indian cinema. Marathi actor and filmmaker Prasad Oak was presented with the Chitrapati V. Shantaram Special Contribution Award 2025. The 62nd Maharashtra State Marathi Film Awards ceremony was held with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis presenting awards to several prominent personalities from the Indian film and music industry.