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Virat Kohli made a return to play a Ranji Trophy match for Delhi after a decade, attracting a massive crowd of nearly 15,000 fans. Security was tight as police and commandos managed the enthusiastic crowd. Fans were eager to see their local hero in action, showing the immense craze and passion for Kohli at the stadium.
US President Donald Trump has imposed sanctions on the ICC over its investigation into Israeli actions in Gaza, including an arrest warrant for Prime Minister Netanyahu. Human rights groups warn the move could harm the ICC’s ability to prosecute global atrocities and raise concerns over accountability and free speech.
Opposition deputies disrupted the parliament with smoke grenades and tear gas during a heated session, resulting in injuries to lawmakers. The chaos occurred amid debates on a funding law and escalating tensions linked to broader demonstrations sparked by a train station roof collapse months earlier.
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Epigamia co-founder Rohan Mirchandani, 42, died from a sudden cardiac arrest on December 21. His passing follows other recent losses in the startup world, raising concerns about stress-related illnesses among young professionals. Mirchandani, an NYU and Wharton alumnus, founded Drums Food International in 2013, leading Epigamia to become a prominent yogurt brand in India.
An assistant block development officer in Nainital, Bhupendra Singh, was apprehended for allegedly killing one girl and critically injuring two others while driving under the influence of alcohol. The incident occurred when the victims, returning from a local fair, were hit by his speeding vehicle. Singh was caught after crashing into a nearby hill.
Ranveer Allahbadia, aka BeerBiceps, faces backlash and potential legal action for inappropriate comments during 'India's Got Latent' show. A written complaint and subsequent police probe are underway. Allahbadia issued an apology for his remarks, acknowledging his mistake and emphasizing respect for family values.
Calling it just one out of many as President Donald Trump stated, Tom Homan said. "Did he violate the terms of his visa? Did he violate the terms of his residency here, you know, committing crimes, attacking Israeli students, locking down buildings, destroying property?†"Absolutely," he said adding that "any resident alien" is eligible for deportation if they commit a crime.
Outgoing US President Joe Biden warned against the rise of oligarchy and the tech-industrial complex undermining democracy. He criticized the flood of misinformation, highlighting social media's role in spreading falsehoods. Biden stressed continuing climate action and technological leadership, warning about the influence of powerful forces. His farewell address emphasized safeguarding democracy, truth, and the environment.