Sheikh Hasina, living in New Delhi, expressed a desire to return home but only under a legitimate government upholding the constitution. She warned of a boycott of upcoming elections if her party, the Awami League, remains barred from contesting, calling the ban unjust and self-defeating. Hasina also dismissed charges of crimes against humanity as politically motivated.
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Shohei Ohtani's massive $700 million Dodgers deal is a masterclass in tax savings. By deferring most of his salary, Ohtani is paying significantly less in taxes annually. Experts predict he could save an additional $90 million by relocating to a state with no income tax before receiving his deferred payments, all while continuing his stellar on-field performance.
Amazon is laying off approximately 14,000 corporate employees, its largest job cuts since the pandemic. Despite posting $18 billion in quarterly profits, the company cites transformative AI technology as a reason for reducing bureaucracy and redirecting resources. Affected employees will receive 90 days of full pay and benefits, severance, and job placement support.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah accused the central government of neglecting Kannada and imposing Hindi, stating the state receives a "paltry amount" in return for its significant revenue contribution. He called for opposition to "anti-Kannada" elements and advocated for laws to make the mother tongue the medium of instruction in education, arguing English and Hindi weaken children's talent.
A tense hostage situation in Mumbai's Powai concluded with police shooting Rohit Arya, who held 17 children and two adults captive. Arya, claiming he only wanted a conversation, was shot after allegedly attempting to harm the children with an air gun. He later died in hospital. Police successfully rescued all hostages.
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Rohit Sharma achieved his 50th international century, a milestone only two other Indians have reached. He scored 121* against Australia in Sydney, topping the series with 202 runs and earning Player of the Match and Series. Sharma now holds records for most centuries by a visiting batter in Australia and is India's ninth-highest ODI run-getter.