Actor Kamal Haasan faced an awkward moment at a party meeting in Chennai. A man gifted him a sword on stage, leading to a brief commotion. Haasan appeared visibly displeased and asked the man to put the sword down. Meanwhile, Haasan is embroiled in a controversy in Karnataka. The Karnataka High Court addressed his remarks about the Kannada language. He claimed Kannada originated from Tamil, sparking outrage.
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Air India Express flight IX-1226 faced a significant delay. The flight from Guwahati to Kolkata was grounded twice. Technical issues caused an 18-hour disruption. Passengers experienced discomfort with hotel stays. An alternate aircraft was arranged for travel. Some passengers opted for other airlines. The replacement flight finally departed on Sunday afternoon. Air India Express offered refunds and rescheduling.
Ahead of their Test series against England, the Indian cricket team is utilising a non-televised intra-squad match in Beckenham for preparation. Performance analysts from India and India A are employing specialised camera setups to collect crucial match data. This data helps assess player performance and simulate match conditions, ensuring broadcast-quality analysis despite the absence of live television coverage.
In Telangana's Adilabad, Inspector Bandari Raju cleverly disguised himself as a farmer to bust a loan fraud racket. Donning a lungi and towel, he infiltrated the group of agents who were exploiting vulnerable farmers by siphoning off money from their loan amounts.
A controversial plan to supply Pakistan with 30 J-35A stealth fighters at a discounted price has ignited criticism across Chinese social media. Citizens question the financial prudence and strategic wisdom of exporting an unproven, fifth-generation aircraft, especially given Pakistan's payment history and China's own needs. The deal raises concerns about subsidizing a client state with an unfinished product.
Yashasvi Jaiswal, once guided by Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, now steps into a senior role for India's Test series in England. With Rohit and Virat absent, the young Indian team, led by Shubman Gill, faces a tough challenge. Coach Jwala Singh emphasizes the need for Jaiswal to balance aggression with caution, anchoring the batting lineup in demanding English conditions.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, despite recent public appearances, navigate the shadow of the Blake Lively-Justin Baldoni legal situation. Sources reveal Kelce is Swift's support system amidst the drama, influencing their preference for Florida's privacy over New York. The couple briefly halted joint appearances post-Super Bowl LIX due to heightened attention.
Kagiso Rabada etched his name in South African cricket history, surpassing Jacques Kallis to become the fifth-highest wicket-taker across all formats during the World Test Championship Final against Australia at Lord's. Rabada's impressive performance, including a five-wicket haul, propelled him past Kallis's 572 wickets.
The US embassy in India has firmly stated its stance against illegal immigration, emphasizing that visa abuse and violation of US laws will not be tolerated. This announcement follows an incident at Newark Airport where an Indian student was allegedly handcuffed and deported, sparking outrage.
Amidst growing protests against immigration raids, President Trump deployed federal forces to Los Angeles, raising concerns about authoritarian overreach. California officials condemned the move as a provocation, while incidents of violence and the treatment of journalists sparked international criticism. The crackdown on undocumented workers, targeting specific locations, has ignited fear and outrage within immigrant communities and drawn sharp political divisions.