Shaunie Henderson celebrated her son Shareef O'Neal's 25th birthday with a heartfelt Instagram tribute, showcasing his journey from childhood to his basketball career. Despite health setbacks, Shareef pursued basketball, playing in the Lakers' summer league and G League. Shaunie and Shaquille O'Neal, though divorced, have continued to actively support their children.
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Non-Resident Indian Ami Kotecha and her minor daughter were apprehended at Mumbai airport for smuggling 5.47 kg of gold worth Rs 4.86 crore. The gold was hidden in the daughter's clothing. Kotecha's husband had previously been caught for smuggling, raising further suspicion.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delayed the ceasefire with Hamas until a list of hostages is received. The ceasefire, mediated by Qatar, the US, and Egypt, is to include a hostage exchange. The temporary truce aims to release hostages and provide humanitarian aid, but Netanyahu stresses that Israel may resume hostilities if necessary.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann dismissed Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa's claims of AAP MLAs defecting to Congress, calling them baseless. Mann emphasized AAP's dedication to public welfare despite their recent Delhi election loss. Congress MP Pramod Tiwari refuted Bajwa's claims, asserting Congress does not support breaking parties. AAP held a strategy meeting with Arvind Kejriwal discussing future plans.
A Delhi court has rejected Tahawwur Rana's request for a phone call with his family. The court cited concerns raised by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) that such communication could jeopardize the ongoing investigation into the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack. The NIA argued that the probe is at a critical stage and Rana might reveal sensitive information.
Mumbai Airport will suspend flight operations for six hours on May 9. This is for pre-monsoon runway maintenance. Both runways will be closed from 11 am to 5 pm. The annual maintenance ensures the airport's airside facilities are in good condition. Technical experts will assess runway surfaces. They will also implement solutions for water accumulation.
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting advised stricter age-based content classification and adherence to IT Rules 2021 after an episode of 'India's Got Latent' on YouTube featured inappropriate comments. Complaints have been received regarding obscene content on OTT platforms and social media, leading to YouTube removing the episode.
Shama Mohamed, a Congress spokesperson, received backlash for her comments on India captain Rohit Sharma's weight. She later defended her remarks, stating they were about an athlete’s fitness. Critics, including former cricketers and her own party, condemned her comments. The Congress party clarified her statements do not reflect their position, advising her to be more cautious in the future.
IPL team Royal Challengers Bengaluru have appointed Rajat Patidar as their new captain, effective from the 2025 season. Patidar was reportedly chosen after consultations with senior Indian players in the RCB setup. His leadership led Madhya Pradesh to the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy final last year, showcasing his potential.
US Vice President JD Vance, accompanied by his family, will visit India from April 18-24 to discuss economic and geopolitical priorities with Indian leaders. Prime Minister Modi will host Vance for talks, focusing on the India-US trade agreement. The visit includes stops in Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra, with Vance scheduled to speak at the Rajasthan International Centre.