Dennis Schroder commented on the recent trade of Luka Doncic to the Lakers, describing NBA trades as 'modern-day slavery'. He highlighted the power imbalance between players and teams, stating that players are treated more like assets than people. This conversation has sparked discussions about player rights and the power dynamics within the league.
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A Kolkata court sentenced Sanjay Roy to life imprisonment and fined him Rs 50,000 for the rape and murder of a 31-year-old doctor. While the CBI called for the death penalty in this 'rarest of rare' case, the court declined, deeming it not sufficiently rare. Roy maintains he was framed and coerced into confessing.
The Indian Army has distributed nearly 30,000 'Sambhav' smartphones to its officers for secure communication.
UPSC Civil Services Prelims 2025: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has opened registrations for the Civil Services Prelims Exam 2025 and Indian Forest Service (Prelims). Applications can be submitted until February 11, 2025. Scheduled for May 25, the Prelims serve as the first stage in selecting candidates for prestigious services like IAS, IPS, and IFS. Visit upsc.gov.in for details.
Rekha Gupta was sworn in as Delhi's chief minister at Ramlila Maidan, attended by PM Modi and prominent leaders. As the fourth woman to take the role, Gupta's cabinet reflects a balance of regional and caste representation. The event emphasized NDA unity and concluded with the national anthem.
Hopes for rescuing the two engineers and six labourers trapped in the Srisailam Left Bank Canal tunnel are fading due to rising water levels and shifting silt after over 48 hours of rescue efforts. Authorities are reassessing their strategy to avoid risking additional lives amid concerns about the tunnel's structural integrity.
Mallikarjun Kharge demands an apology from BJP's Anurag Thakur for making 'baseless' allegations against him in the Lok Sabha. The Congress leader emphasized his long-standing integrity in public life and condemned Thakur's remarks as defamatory. Kharge also urged the Leader of the House, J P Nadda, to address this issue.
Actor Allu Arjun has decided to offer Rs 2 crore to the child injured in the Sandhya Theatre stampede during the premier show of 'Pushpa 2'. Allu Arjun, his producers, and the director collectively provided the amount to support the child and his family, with the boy reportedly recovering.
Chennai Super Kings are struggling in the IPL 2025, positioned at the bottom despite mid-season acquisitions. Their slow run-rate in the powerplay and poor catching efficiency have contributed to their woes. The team's reliance on experienced players over youth and a failing spin attack have further compounded their problems, leading to a disappointing season for the five-time champions.
Ravindra Jadeja excels for Saurashtra with match figures of 12 wickets for 104 runs, helping his team secure a 10-wicket win over Delhi within two days. This game marked Jadeja's first appearance in the Ranji Trophy since 2023, after the BCCI mandated state team participation for national players while not on India duty.