Multiple bus explosions occurred in Central Israel, with no reported casualties but additional explosives found, leading authorities to request public vigilance. The incidents come shortly after Hamas returned hostages' bodies, and Prime Minister Netanyahu scheduled a security meeting for further assessments.
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Salman Khan's action drama Sikandar struggles at the domestic box office with only Rs 5.75 crore on Day 5, total earnings reaching Rs 90 crore. Producers claim global earnings of Rs 158.5 crore. Audience turnout remains low at 8.24% occupancy. The film risks becoming one of Khan’s lower-grossing efforts, crucial days ahead for potential recovery.
Veteran Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday after a distinguished 14-year career. The off-spinner, with 537 Test wickets, shared an emotional moment with Virat Kohli, who later posted a heartfelt tribute. Ashwin expressed gratitude to teammates, especially Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Ajinkya Rahane, and Cheteshwar Pujara.
A 25-year-old man allegedly killed his 17-year-old cousin by pushing her off a 200ft cliff in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, due to her romantic relationship. The murder, suspected to be an honor killing, occurred after the girl sought refuge at her uncle's home following family tensions. Police have arrested the accused.
Maharashtra has decided to remove eggs and sugar from the midday meal menu for classes 1 to 8, following the pattern of other BJP-governed states. This move has been criticized by opposition members, who believe that the government's revised menu, which includes 'egg pulao' and nachni sattu, is not in the best interest of schoolchildren.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) revealed their rationale for releasing Faf du Plessis, citing fan input favoring him as an opener and a desire for a more explosive foreign opener. Dinesh Karthik emphasized the need for a batter with a high strike rate against spin, highlighting Phil Salt's impressive boundary percentage and run-scoring ability as key factors in their decision.
A 14-year-old Class 9 student in Noida sent hoax bomb threats to four schools, aiming for a day off. Inspired by YouTube videos, he used VPN to obscure his identity. The hoax led to evacuations and a significant police response. The student has been sent to a correctional facility.
Ananthu Krishnan’s elaborate Ponzi scheme disguised as a CSR initiative duped 30,000-40,000 people in Kerala, amassing Rs 500 crore. Marketed as support for women, the fraudulent scheme promised scooters, laptops, and other goods at steep discounts. Police intervention uncovered the extent of the scam, implicating influential figures.
A 23-year-old ex-driver was arrested in Sitapur after secretly filming a couple bathing and threatening to release the footage unless they paid Rs 6 crore. The individual, identified as Sudhir Kashyap, had installed a spy camera in the bathroom due to resentment over being fired six months prior.
India's IT companies are expected to face a delayed recovery, with weak discretionary spending and global trade tensions impacting growth. Analysts predict a challenging fiscal 2026, with only modest revenue increases and competitive pressures arising from the early stages of AI adoption.