Jyoti Malhotra, a YouTuber, was arrested under the Official Secrets Act for allegedly possessing suspicious material and having ties to Pakistani intelligence. Initially, her father defended her trips to Pakistan, stating she had the necessary permissions for her YouTube work.
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England's Tom Curran has refuted claims that he was seen crying at the airport due to India-Pakistan tensions, which disrupted cricket schedules. These rumours originated from Rishad Hossain's comments, but Curran addressed them humorously on Instagram, denying any emotional breakdown. Hossain has since apologised for his misrepresentation, and with tensions easing, the PSL is set to resume.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old batting prodigy, impressed in the IPL 2025 with Rajasthan Royals, scoring 252 runs in seven innings, including a blazing century. His coach, Ashok Kumar, believes that if Suryavanshi focuses on fitness and fielding, he could be fast-tracked into India's senior T20I team within two years. Ashok Kumar, who coached Suryavanshi at the Bihar U19 and senior men’s teams, believes the youngster has what it takes to be fast-tracked into the senior T20I setup within two... Expand
US rejection of Indian mango consignments due to procedural issues led to significant losses for exporters, prompting allegations of non-adherence to standard protocols by US inspectors.
An expelled Pakistan High Commission staffer, identified as an ISI officer, attempted to recruit Indian nationals by targeting visa applicants and their relatives. He aimed to gather sensitive information and promote pro-Pakistan narratives online. This incident follows a pattern of Pakistani intelligence operatives using the high commission for espionage, leading to previous expulsions and staff reductions.
Despite technological advancements, 2.6 billion people globally remain offline due to geographical isolation, political instability, and economic marginalization. This digital divide impacts access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities, particularly in remote regions like the Himalayas and parts of Africa. While satellite solutions like Starlink offer potential, high costs and infrastructure challenges hinder widespread adoption, leaving many communities disconnected.
Violent clashes erupted in Barasat, West Bengal, leaving at least three police officers injured, one seriously, after a social media post allegedly supporting Pakistan triggered outrage. Nazir Hossain, accused of uploading the controversial Facebook post, was arrested. Thirteen others were detained for inciting violence and attacking police during the ensuing protest.
At 91, Dr. NS Dhanam continues his lifelong pursuit of knowledge, recently earning a D.Litt. from Vietnam National University after a PhD at 81. A former corporate leader, he turned to academics post-retirement. Passionate about philosophy and scriptures, he stays physically and mentally active in Bengaluru, emphasizing the importance of learning and fitness throughout life
Chennai Super Kings face a potential last-place finish in IPL 2025, intensifying scrutiny on MS Dhoni, who returned as captain mid-season. Despite Dhoni's decent batting performance, CSK's struggles, including overseas players' underperformance and veterans' poor form, have led to defeats. A loss to Rajasthan Royals further compounded their woes, increasing pressure ahead of their final game against Gujarat Titans.
Bangladesh has requested an additional $762 million from the IMF, potentially increasing total assistance to $4.1 billion. This request comes as the nation faces macroeconomic challenges, including slowed GDP growth and persistent inflation. The IMF's support is contingent upon Bangladesh undertaking critical reforms, such as exchange rate liberalization and tax improvements, to ensure financial stability.