Virat Kohli led Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their first IPL title, defeating Punjab Kings in a thrilling final. A touching moment saw Kohli seeking blessings from Shreyas Iyer's father, highlighting sportsmanship. However, celebrations turned tragic when a stampede during a public event in Bengaluru resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, leaving Kohli and the team devastated.
Related news
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.
Following Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL victory, a felicitation ceremony at Chinnaswamy Stadium turned tragic. A stampede outside the stadium resulted in 11 fatalities and several injuries, prompting strong criticism from former cricketer Madan Lal. He condemned the poor planning and crowd management, urging families of the deceased to sue RCB and the government.
A US trade court ruling against Trump's reciprocal tariffs could force the administration to refund billions in collected import duties. The court determined that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) did not authorize the tariffs, leading to an appeal by the government.
The RBI is fortifying its forex reserves against weaponization by diversifying assets across currencies and jurisdictions, reducing reliance on the US dollar. With reserves constituting 74% of its Rs 76 lakh crore balance sheet, the central bank aims to insulate the Indian economy from external shocks. Simultaneously, the RBI promotes rupee-denominated trade and enhances data security with the upcoming IFS Cloud.
Canada has introduced a policy effective May 27, allowing temporary foreign workers to change jobs faster while awaiting work permit processing. This benefits workers, including many from India, by reducing downtime and enabling better opportunities. Immigration consultant Kubeir Kamal highlights the positive impact on Indian workers in sectors like IT and healthcare.
In the IPL 2025 final, Virat Kohli's RCB posted 190/9, struggling to build scoreboard pressure despite a brisk powerplay start. Kohli's conservative 43 off 35 balls and key wickets at crucial moments hampered their progress. PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer walked after edging one behind, acknowledging the faint edge, while Jamieson's three wickets and Arshdeep's final over brilliance restricted RCB.
A US-backed proposal for a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has been agreed upon by Israel, potentially halting the Gaza war and securing hostage releases. The plan involves a troop pullback, hostage exchange for prisoners, and a 60-day halt in fighting, with assurances Israel won't resume military operations after the hostages are freed.
Katie Miller, spokeswoman for the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), is leaving the White House to join Elon Musk's ventures after Musk's departure from his advisory role. This transition follows Musk's criticism of the "One Big Beautiful Bill," prompting responses from both Millers.
Builder.ai, once valued at $1.5 billion, has filed for bankruptcy after being exposed for misleading investors about its AI capabilities. The company, backed by Microsoft and Qatar's sovereign wealth fund, allegedly used Indian engineers to manually code apps while marketing them as AI-generated. This deception led to financial misrepresentations, regulatory scrutiny, and ultimately, the company's downfall.
Suryakumar Yadav has surpassed AB de Villiers to become the highest-scoring non-opener in an IPL season, achieving this milestone during the Qualifier 2 clash against Punjab Kings. He eclipsed De Villiers' 2016 record with his aggressive batting style. Now, he aims to surpass Sai Sudharsan for the Orange Cap, as Mumbai Indians pursue their sixth IPL title.