Bitcoin surged to a new peak of $116,046.44 on Thursday, fueled by strong institutional demand and supportive crypto policies under the Trump administration. This rally marks a 24% increase for the cryptocurrency in 2025. Ethereum and altcoins like Solana, Dogecoin, and Cardano also experienced gains.
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Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal shone brightly on Day 1 of the second Test against England, earning accolades from cricket legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Yuvraj Singh. Their impressive partnership helped India recover from early setbacks, with Gill's unbeaten century and Jaiswal's fluent knock putting India in a commanding position at stumps. Gill's captaincy and batting prowess were particularly praised.
Deshaun Watson and Jilly Anais are captivating the internet with their dreamy wedding and honeymoon content. Their TikTok videos, filled with designer gowns, ocean views, and playful moments, have created a viral aesthetic. The couple's genuine chemistry and luxurious lifestyle are drawing in fans, even those typically outside the NFL world, as Jilly embraces her "wifey-core" era.
Near the Chanderkot Langer site, five buses in a convoy of Amarnath pilgrims collided on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, resulting in minor injuries to 36 pilgrims. The incident occurred around 8 am as the buses traveled from Jammu to Pahalgam. Injured pilgrims received immediate medical attention at Ramban district hospital, and alternative transportation was arranged for their onward journey.
Nvidia has achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first public company to surpass a $4 trillion market value, driven by soaring demand for its AI chips. This surge positions Nvidia ahead of tech giants like Apple and Microsoft. While Nvidia benefits from the AI boom, it faces challenges, including trade tensions between the US and China.
Former DOGE advisor James Fishback is critical of Elon Musk's decision to form the America Party, citing concerns about Musk's focus on Tesla. Fishback's firm, Azoria Partners, has postponed the launch of its Tesla ETF due to potential conflicts with Musk's CEO responsibilities. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent also suggested Musk should prioritize his companies over political endeavors.
Amitabh Bachchan fondly remembered Ratan Tata's humility on 'Kaun Banega Crorepati,' recounting an incident at Heathrow Airport where Tata borrowed money for a phone call. Bachchan also shared another instance of Tata's modesty, surprising a friend by asking for a ride home. Beyond personal interactions, Tata's Tata Infomedia Ltd. backed Bachchan's film 'Aetbaar'.
The Delhi High Court upheld the revocation of Turkey-based Çelebi's security clearance by the BCAS, citing national security concerns. This decision followed intelligence inputs suggesting Çelebi's operations posed a risk, particularly given geopolitical tensions. Çelebi, responsible for ground handling at several Indian airports, argued the revocation violated natural justice, but the court sided with the government's assessment of an 'unprecedented' threat.
India plans to tighten control on hospital billing. The National Health Claims Exchange may be jointly supervised by the finance ministry and IRDAI. This aims to reduce inflated treatment costs. The move seeks to make health insurance more affordable. Rising healthcare costs and insurance premiums are major concerns. The government hopes to enhance insurers' bargaining power.
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