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Four heirs to Mumbai's wealthy business families, Aryan Zaveri, Vrushti Bauva, Dhruti Nagda, and Yuti Shah, have chosen monkhood over luxury. They will publicly renounce their material possessions in the Varshi Daan procession, marking the start of their spiritual journey. Despite numerous efforts by their families to deter them, their commitment to asceticism remained unwavering.
During a practice session at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Sunday, India captain Rohit Sharma sustained a blow to his left knee while facing throwdowns in the nets. Although Rohit continued to bat briefly after that, he soon sought attention from the physio, who applied an ice pack. While Sharma exhibited discomfort, the injury didn't appear to be severe.
Delhi remains one of India's most polluted cities, with PM2.5 levels averaging 107 µg/m³ in 2024. Despite some improvements, high vehicle density, poor regulation of industrial emissions, and seasonal stubble burning contribute significantly to air pollution. The report recommends enhanced public transportation, effective dust management, and regional coordination to address agricultural waste burning, targeting a 40% reduction by 2026.
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has refuted claims of a nationwide satellite-based tolling system replacing FASTag by May 1, 2025. Instead, MoRTH will introduce an ANPR-FASTag-based barrier-less tolling system at select locations to ease traffic flow. This hybrid system will use number plate recognition and FASTag, with penalties for non-compliance.
India's retail inflation hit a near six-year low of 3.34% in March, fueled by cheaper vegetables and protein-rich foods. This drop follows a recent repo rate cut by the RBI, which forecasts a 4% average CPI inflation for fiscal year 2025-26. Wholesale price inflation also decreased to a six-month low of 2.05%, driven by lower vegetable and essential food prices.
Government school enrolment for children aged 6-14 has dropped significantly from 72.9% in 2022 to 66.8% in 2024, indicating a shift towards private education post-pandemic. Learning gaps persist, with only 45.8% of Class 8 students able to perform basic arithmetic. Digital literacy showcases a notable gender gap.
In Hyderabad, authorities are advising pubs and resorts to deny drinks to already intoxicated customers on New Year's Eve to avoid violations of the Excise Act. Officials emphasize strict measures against drug misuse, ensure DJs are drug-free, conduct inter-state checks for illegal substances, and announce guidelines for New Year events with heavy monitoring through CCTVs.
South African all-rounder Corbin Bosch has apologised for withdrawing from the 10th season of Pakistan Super League (PSL). He acknowledges the disappointment caused and has offered apologies to the people of Pakistan. Bosch was picked by Peshawar Zalmi. He accepts the consequences, including a fine and a one-year ban from the respective tournament.
The Philadelphia Eagles hold eight picks in the 2025 NFL Draft. General Manager Howie Roseman might trade assets to move up in pursuit of Ole Miss defensive tackle Walter Nolen. Given their history of strengthening the defensive line, adding Nolen could further boost their elite defense. Fans eagerly await Roseman's draft day strategies.
In 2024, Hollywood's box office performance in India saw a decline, impacted by the SAG-AFTRA strikes and a lack of original content. Though franchises like 'Deadpool vs. Wolverine' and 'Godzilla vs. Kong' did well, animated films struggled. As Hollywood prepares for 2025, major releases like 'Avatar 3' and 'Captain America' aim to revive interest.