Indian and Chinese students are fighting back against the Trump administration. They have filed a lawsuit in a US court. The students allege wrongful visa terminations. They claim minor infractions led to deportation threats. The students seek visa reinstatement. They want to stop detentions. The lawsuit highlights disruptions to their education. They are pursuing degrees in the US.
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi faces legal issues following his statement on January 15, 2025, claiming BJP and RSS's capture of institutions and fighting the Indian State. An FIR in Guwahati accuses him of endangering India's unity and fostering rebellion, under Sections 152 and 197(1)d of Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita.
A consortium of US-based Indian tech executives, including Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and Google CEO Sundar Pichai, has won the bid to own 49% of The Hundred's Lord's franchise, London Spirit. The consortium participated in an e-auction process, paying 49% of the GB£295 million bid value. The remaining 51% will remain with the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB).
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