A consortium of US-based Indian tech executives, including CEOs from Microsoft, Google, and Adobe, won a £295 million bid to co-own 49% of the London Spirit franchise in The Hundred cricket tournament. This winning bid involved an e-auction process and marks significant involvement of tech leaders in the sport.
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Rahul Gandhi criticized the 'Make in India' initiative, contending its failure has let China gain a foothold in Indian territory. He asserted the nation's reliance on Chinese products affects national security and emphasised that India's production capabilities must be strengthened, in collaboration with the United States.
Veteran filmmaker Shyam Benegal passed away at 90 due to chronic kidney disease, causing a significant loss to Indian cinema. Prominent leaders including President Droupadi Murmu, PM Narendra Modi, and Rahul Gandhi expressed their grief, highlighting Benegal's impactful storytelling and lasting legacy.
Eyewitnesses have recalled the chilling moments of a deadly attack in New Orleans' French Quarter on New Year's Day. A pickup truck ploughed into a crowd on Bourbon Street, killing at least 10 and injuring over 30. The driver, described as “hell-bent on carnage,†aimed to hit as many people as possible before opening fire on police officers. The attack, which occurred at 3.15am, left bystanders in shock, with some offering help to victims after the gunfire ceased.
Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan on Friday praised Rishabh Pant for his brave performance on a challenging SCG pitch in the fifth and final Test against Australia. Pant scored 40 runs despite several painful blows, demonstrating courage and restraint on Day 1. Pathan emphasised the importance of Pant's effort in the context of the match against Australia.
SpaceX launched the Athena lander on its third Moon mission of 2025, marking Intuitive Machines' second attempt at a lunar touchdown. The IM-2 mission aims to explore lunar ice deposits near the Moon's south pole, supporting Nasa's Artemis programme planned for later this decade.
Former India cricketer Ravi Shastri suggests promoting Nitish Kumar Reddy up the batting order after his maiden Test century in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. Shastri believes Reddy’s move to number 5 or 6 will improve team balance, allowing India to field five bowlers and enhancing their chances in the series and the World Test Championship final.
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J&K's National Conference government has announced a magisterial probe into the deaths of two Gujjar brothers found in Kulgam after a month-long disappearance. Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary stated the government would seek a judicial inquiry as requested by the families of the deceased.