The Wankhede Stadium honoured cricketing legends by inaugurating commemorative sections, highlighted by the naming of a stand after Rohit Sharma, recognising his immense contributions to Indian cricket and Mumbai Indians. Additionally, stands were dedicated to Ajit Wadekar and Sharad Pawar, acknowledging their significant impact on Indian cricket history.
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The 'One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act' in the U.S. House is causing anxiety among Indians in America due to a proposed 5% tax on remittances sent abroad by non-citizens. This could significantly impact Indian households in the US, potentially reducing India's foreign currency inflows by billions and weakening the rupee. A Think Tank even goes to the extend of warning that it may force RBI intervention.
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