Former US President Jimmy Carter, known for championing human rights and global peace, has died at 100. He served from 1977 to 1981 and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002 for his humanitarian efforts. Carter was in hospice care and surrounded by family at his passing.
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Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali shared that he had a video conversation with former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli, who is currently hospitalized due to a severe urinary infection. Kambli, appearing very weak, expressed hope for recovery. Basit urged fans to pray for Kambli's health. Kambli has been receiving treatment and expresses gratitude to his doctor.
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The Bangladesh interim government has approved the import of 50,000 tonnes of non-basmati parboiled rice from India to fulfill domestic demand. A private Indian company will supply the rice at a cost of $22,942,000, evidencing a consistent trade relationship despite recent diplomatic tensions.
RBI's proposal to remove foreclosure charges on loans up to Rs 7.5 crore could significantly impact PNB Housing Finance and Aditya Birla Capital, with 27% and 26% of their assets in floating-rate loans, respectively. Banks like Axis, IndusInd, and Kotak Mahindra may also face higher impacts. This move is expected to increase competition and reduce profitability in retail loans, benefiting better-rated NBFCs.
Actor Allu Arjun was arrested in Hyderabad after a deadly stampede at the premiere of his film "Pushpa 2: The Rule." The incident killed one and critically injured another. Arjun is facing charges related to culpable homicide and negligence due to inadequate crowd control. He offered condolences and financial support to the victim's family.
A devastating explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Anakapalle district's Kailasapatnam village resulted in the death of five individuals and injuries to seven others. The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon, prompting a police investigation to determine the cause and legality of the unit.
Former India cricketer Vinod Kambli, 52, reveals his recent health scare involving a severe urine infection and subsequent collapse. Supported by his family, he's now recovering and plans to enter rehab. He also addressed his past grievances with childhood friend Sachin Tendulkar, clarifying that Tendulkar had assisted him financially with surgeries.
Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket after the Brisbane Test against Australia. The 38-year-old's unexpected decision prompted tributes from teammates like Virat Kohli and Ravi Shastri, along with celebrities and fans. Ashwin responded with a mix of gratitude and humor on social media, marking the end of his illustrious cricketing career.