A bus crash on a Nigerian highway on Saturday killed 21 athletes returning from a national sports tournament, with authorities saying the accident might have been the result of driver fatigue or excessive speed. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) said the afternoon crash, which did not involve other vehicles, "might have occurred as a result of fatigue and excessive speed" after a long overnight trip.
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IRCTC has detected and deactivated millions of suspicious user IDs involved in rapidly booking railway tickets, often within minutes of the booking window opening. This crackdown aims to combat fraudulent activities where tickets are resold at inflated prices, impacting genuine travelers. To improve the booking experience, IRCTC is implementing advanced security measures and increasing capacity on high-demand routes.
Vinod Khosla urges Google to significantly increase investment in Waymo, its autonomous vehicle subsidiary, suggesting the robotaxi market's revenue potential could surpass Google's search business. Waymo's market share in San Francisco has grown rapidly, surpassing Lyft in bookings and poised to overtake Uber, demonstrating the viability and scalability of self-driving technology.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah criticised actor Kamal Haasan for his remarks suggesting Kannada originated from Tamil, citing Haasan's ignorance of Kannada's history. BJP President BY Vijayendra also condemned Haasan, demanding an apology for disrespecting the language.
A Gnanasekaran has been sentenced to life imprisonment by a Chennai Mahila Court for the Anna University rape case, with a minimum of 30 years in jail. Judge M Rajalakshmi found him guilty on 11 counts under various laws, including rape and IT Act violations. The survivor reported that Gnanasekaran threatened her on campus and recorded the assault.
In Uttar Pradesh's Moradabad, a 23-year-old newly-wed, Samreen, tragically died by suicide, leaving behind a video accusing her husband and in-laws of severe harassment. She alleged constant mental torture and mistreatment following a miscarriage. Samreen claimed her in-laws criticized her eating habits and disconnected power to her room.
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Following Darnell Nurse's controversial slash on Roope Hintz, Dallas Stars coach Pete DeBoer ignited further debate by suggesting Connor McDavid wouldn't receive similar treatment. This comparison drew criticism from fans, who felt Hintz's value didn't equate to McDavid's impact. The controversy adds fuel to the intense Western Conference Final between the Oilers and Stars.
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