Larry Ellison of Oracle has overtaken Jeff Bezos to become the world's second-richest person, fueled by a $26 billion surge in his net worth following Oracle's strong earnings report. Ellison's total wealth now stands at $243 billion, surpassing Bezos' $227 billion and Mark Zuckerberg's $239 billion. Elon Musk remains the wealthiest individual with $407.3 billion.
Related news
In Chennai, Doctor Santosh Kumar was arrested for the murder of Nithya. Nithya blackmailed him for money. She threatened to release his private pictures. Santosh gave her sedative-laced alcohol. He then smothered her. He stole gold jewellery from her home. Police found the jewellery with a neighbor. They are investigating if Nithya blackmailed others.
An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner, flight AI171, tragically crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, bound for London Gatwick. The crash into a populated area resulted in a massive fire, with 242 people onboard. Rescue operations are underway as authorities investigate the cause, while the nation mourns the devastating loss and offers support to affected families.
Bengal police filed a charge sheet regarding the Murshidabad violence. The violence resulted in the deaths of Harogobindo Das and his son Chandan. A rumour about a mosque attack triggered the incident. Police arrested thirteen individuals from Bengal, Odisha, and Jharkhand. The accused face charges including murder and armed robbery. The Das family seeks a CBI probe.
BSF soldiers guarding the Bangladesh and Pakistan borders will soon sport new combat uniforms made of a more comfortable and flexible fabric blend. The updated uniform, featuring a digital pattern, is designed for improved breathability and stretch. Simultaneously, the Rajasthan border is being reinforced with smart fencing and advanced surveillance technology, including upgraded CCTVs and intrusion detection systems.
In a surprising turn, Govind Raghuwanshi, brother of the prime suspect Sonam, visited the victim's family to offer a sincere apology and express his support for their pursuit of justice. He asserted Sonam's guilt and pledged to ensure she faces punishment for her actions. Govind distanced himself from the other accused, emphasising his commitment to justice for Raja Raghuwanshi.
Manipur is facing renewed unrest following the arrest of Arambai Tenggol leader, Kanan Singh, sparking violent protests in five valley districts. Authorities have imposed curfews, prohibitory orders, and suspended internet services to control the escalating tensions.
Disney and Universal have jointly filed a lawsuit against Midjourney, accusing the AI image generator of copyright infringement. The media giants claim Midjourney used copyrighted works to train its software, enabling users to create images that copy famous characters like Darth Vader and the Minions.
Diageo India has refuted media reports suggesting the sale of its Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) IPL franchise, labeling them as speculative. Despite the denial, speculation persists, fueled by a Bloomberg report and a subsequent rise in United Spirits' shares. There are also murmurs about Diageo valuing the RCB franchise at around USD 2 billion.
In Brussels, S. Jaishankar addressed the international media's narrative on Operation Sindoor, questioning Osama bin Laden's presence in Pakistan. He emphasized that terrorism, not just India-Pakistan relations, is the core issue. Jaishankar also defended India's neutral stance on the Russia-Ukraine war, advocating for peaceful resolution.
Preparations are underway to conduct the last rites of former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, who tragically died in a plane crash in Ahmedabad last week. His mortal remains will be handed over to his family in Ahmedabad and then transported to Rajkot for the final rites, which will be performed with full state honors at 5 pm.