Jyoti Malhotra, a vlogger arrested for espionage, had previously been invited to Kerala as part of a tourism promotion initiative. The Kerala tourism department covered her expenses during visits to various cities. Kerala's tourism minister denies knowingly inviting individuals involved in espionage, dismissing allegations from a BJP leader regarding Malhotra's invitation.
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An Indian software engineer, Soham Parekh, faces accusations of working simultaneously at multiple American startups, sparking outrage in Silicon Valley. Suhail Doshi exposed Parekh's alleged deception, claiming he exploited YC companies. Several founders shared similar experiences of Parekh's impressive interviews followed by underperformance. The scandal, dubbed 'Soham-gate,' highlights vulnerabilities in remote hiring and raises concerns about widespread simultaneous employment schemes.
Football world mourns Diogo Jota's tragic death. The Liverpool star passed away in a car crash in Spain. Jota, only 28, had just celebrated his wedding. He was instrumental in Liverpool's Premier League victory. Jota also won FA Cup and League Cup with the team. His journey from Gondomar to Anfield inspired many. Tributes pour in from fans and teammates. He leaves behind a grieving wife and three children. Football unites in sorrow.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez celebrated their marriage in a lavish ceremony in Venice, Italy, attended by numerous celebrities. The celebrations, however, sparked controversy as activists protested the environmental impact and the city's struggles with tourism and rising costs. While the wedding is expected to generate significant revenue for Venice, concerns remain about its long-term sustainability.
Excitement surges for Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana,' starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash. Taran Adarsh's awestruck reaction to the first glimpse and showreel fuels anticipation. Kapoor, portraying Lord Ram, emotionally wrapped filming, praising the cast's dedication. The epic, featuring Sunny Deol, Ravi Dubey, and others, plans a two-part release, starting Diwali 2026, promising a generational cinematic experience.
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President Trump declared American airstrikes had obliterated Iran's nuclear ambitions, particularly at the Fordo facility, dismissing doubts about the strikes' effectiveness and intelligence leaks. He asserted Iran was close to nuclear weapon acquisition before the strikes crippled their program. Trump also hinted at expanding the Abraham Accords with more Arab nations.
External affairs minister S Jaishankar voiced concerns over the US threat to impose a 500% tariff on countries trading with Russia, including India. US Senator Lindsey Graham's proposed bill targets nations like India and China, accusing them of supporting Russia's war efforts through oil purchases. India has significantly increased its Russian oil imports since the Ukraine invasion, capitalizing on discounted prices.
In Karachi's Lyari neighbourhood, a six-storey residential building collapsed, resulting in 16 fatalities and 13 injuries. Rescue teams are tirelessly searching for survivors, with at least eight people still believed to be trapped. Authorities claim the building was declared unsafe and eviction notices were issued, but residents deny receiving them, highlighting the ongoing blame game amidst the tragedy.
A cloudburst in Baligarh, Uttarkashi district, has led to significant damage at an under-construction hotel along the Barkot-Yamunotri road. Authorities report that eight to nine workers are missing from the site. Rescue operations are underway, with teams from the SDRF, NDRF, and local police actively involved in the search.