Trafficked from East Africa to the UK when he was just nine, Mo Farah found refuge in running. It would see him blossom into a four-time Olympic champion and a six-time world champion. Still in top shape, the 41-year-old now wants to show people what they can overcome through sports...
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The Supreme Court has commented that legislators appear to have forgotten to be respectful during dissent. This observation was made during a case involving RJD's Sunil Kumar Singh, who was expelled from Bihar legislature for alleged misconduct. The court refused to stay bypolls for Singh's seat and will have a final hearing on his petition in January.
Mufti Munir Shakir, a vocal critic of the Pakistani state, was killed in an IED attack in Peshawar, leading to significant backlash against the ISI and military. His funeral saw mourners blaming Pakistani intelligence and chanting slogans against the army, accusing them of targeting Pashtuns.
Tragic lightning strikes in Bihar claimed at least 25 lives across seven districts, prompting Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to announce compensation for the victims' families. Nalanda reported the highest number of fatalities. The India Meteorological Department has issued an 'orange alert' for several districts, forecasting thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, leading to water-logging in Patna.
Tragedy struck Mumbai's harbor as a naval speedboat collided with a tourist ferry near Gateway of India, claiming 13 lives, including a sailor and two company technicians. The ferry, Neelkamal, sank after the impact, prompting a rescue operation by nearby vessels. Survivors, including women and children, were rushed to hospitals.
Uddhav Thackeray criticized the BJP for not addressing the economic challenges posed by impending US tariffs and accused the party of continuing to provoke Hindu-Muslim tensions despite securing a third term at the Centre. He also challenged the BJP to remove the green color from its flag if it disliked Muslims.
Posters of UP CM Yogi Adityanath at a rally in Kathmandu caused a stir, highlighting the historical ties between Nepal's former monarchy and Gorakhsh Peeth. Pradeep Bikram Rana, who waved the poster, claimed persecution by Kathmandu authorities, prompting his escape. The Shah dynasty, which aligns with the Gorakhnath sect, maintains traditional ties with the temple, sending offerings annually.
Indian Air Force chief AP Singh expresses diminishing confidence in HAL over delays in Tejas aircraft deliveries and upgrades, while HAL attributes setbacks to post-1998 nuclear test sanctions. Despite prior criticism, HAL remains confident of delivering 11 Tejas-Mk1A aircraft by March-end and is pushing for significant technology transfer deals to enhance future projects.
Elon Musk, backed by President Trump and Vice President JD Vance, has decided to rehire Marko Elez, a young staffer who resigned after being outed for racist social media posts. Despite controversy, Vance argued that social media mistakes should not ruin a young person's life. The move has sparked online disputes, notably between Vance and Indian-American Congressman Ro Khanna.
Roshni Nadar Malhotra has ascended to become India's richest woman and third-richest individual overall after inheriting a 47% stake from her father, Shiv Nadar, in HCL Corporation and Vama Sundari Investments. She now holds significant control over HCL, steering its leadership and philanthropic ventures.