Health safety officials in Bengaluru are inspecting eateries to prevent the use of plastic sheets in idli preparation due to health risks. 24 notices have been issued, and many establishments are switching to banana leaves, cloth, or non-stick moulds as alternatives.
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Ropar police have arrested 32-year-old Ram Saroop for allegedly killing 11 men over 18 months, often after offering them lifts or engaging in sexual acts. Saroop admitted to the crimes, with five cases confirmed so far. Some victims were strangled while others suffered head injuries. Investigations are ongoing to trace additional cases.
IPL-2025 has seen increased scrutiny of bat sizes, with on-field inspections now common. Sunil Narine and Anrich Nortje of KKR recently failed the gauge test, highlighting the BCCI's efforts to ensure fair play. While some, like Daniel Vettori, downplay the impact, bat manufacturers suggest alternative ways to balance the game, rather than solely focusing on bat dimensions.
Maharashtra's Aveo Pharmaceuticals was raided by state and central drug inspectors following a BBC documentary exposing their illegal export of unlicensed, addictive opioid pills to West Africa, leading to halted production and seized inventory. Authorities issued stricter export and manufacturing directives in response.
Veteran cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara celebrated his 37th birthday with a touching tribute from his wife, Puja. Despite not being in the Indian national team since June 2023, Pujara's impressive career continues at the domestic level. The BCCI also honored his contributions to cricket. Pujara remains a source of inspiration both on and off the field.
Controversy surrounds pacer Harshit Rana's concussion substitution for Shivam Dube during the fourth T20I between India and England, with former players questioning the decision's fairness. Notably, Ravichandran Ashwin and Zaheer Khan argue that Ramandeep Singh would have been a more appropriate replacement, urging review of concussion rules by cricket authorities.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai praised the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the Gemini AI model during Alphabet’s Q4 2024 earnings call, comparing it favorably to DeepSeek's AI models. He emphasized the end-to-end optimization and cost per query focus of Gemini 2.0 Flash models, highlighting their superior performance and increasing potential use cases as costs decrease.
Budget 2025 clarifies that the tax rebate will no longer apply to income from capital gains or other sources taxed at special rates. Taxpayers under the new regime can claim a maximum rebate of Rs 60,000 for an income of up to Rs 12 lakh, effective from FY26.
Pakistan is experiencing a severe security crisis, fighting four interconnected militant groups: Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan, Balochistan Liberation Army, Islamic State Khorasan, and the influence of the Afghan Taliban. Terrorism-related deaths and attacks have surged, leading to significant instability and geopolitical concerns, including threats to Chinese investments. The country must urgently adapt its counterterrorism strategy to maintain stability.
Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting criticizes the 20% match fee fine given to Indian batsman Virat Kohli for his altercation with Sam Konstas, stating the punishment was inadequate. Ponting emphasises the responsibility of senior players, expressing concern over the potential acceptance of such behavior in cricket. The series is currently locked at 1-1.
Pushpa 2: The Rule has crossed Rs 1,500 crore globally within 24 days of release, with strong box office figures across its language versions. The Hindi version alone nears Rs 750 crore. Director Sukumar and stars Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil are celebrated for their roles, while Allu expressed gratitude for the support at a press event.