Harbhajan Singh, the former Indian off-spinner, expressed deep regret over the 2008 IPL incident where he slapped S. Sreesanth. He revealed a heart-wrenching encounter with Sreesanth's daughter, who expressed her dislike for him due to the incident.
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Bihar police are hunting for five shooters involved in the brazen murder of gangster Chandan Mishra at a Patna hospital. Authorities have identified Tausif Badshah as the main gunman and suspect Onkarnath alias Sheru Singh, currently jailed in Bengal, orchestrated the crime due to suspicions that Mishra was informing police.
Google's Android head, Sameer Samat, advises aspiring engineers that a computer science degree isn't enough to secure top tech jobs. He stresses the importance of developing deep expertise in areas of genuine passion beyond formal education. Samat believes computer science should focus on problem-solving, system design, and collaboration, not just coding, as AI increasingly automates basic programming tasks.
Pakistani Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem, who won gold at the Paris Games, has voiced concerns over unfulfilled promises of land plots made after his victory. Despite receiving cash prizes, the plot announcements remain unfulfilled. Nadeem recently underwent successful muscle surgery in the UK for a calf injury and is preparing for the World Championships.
Ulfa-I claimed that three of its senior members were killed in drone attacks by the Indian Army in Myanmar's Sagaing region, but the Army has denied these claims. The outfit specified the attacks involved over 150 drones, resulting in casualties and injuries.
Astronomer's co-founder, Pete DeJoy, has taken over as interim CEO after Andy Byron's resignation following a viral "kiss cam" incident at a Coldplay concert. DeJoy acknowledged the unexpected media attention, highlighting the company's growth and resilience.
India is set to host the 2025 FIDE World Cup, a prestigious chess tournament scheduled from October 30 to November 2. The event will feature 206 players competing in a single-elimination format. The top three finishers will secure spots in the 2026 Candidates Tournament. Players can qualify through various routes, including continental events, ratings, and nominations.
Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned as vice president, citing health concerns and following medical advice, a position he held since 2022. His resignation triggers a constitutional process for the Election Commission to promptly organize an election to fill the vacancy. The vice president also serves as the ex-officio chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
Shanaya Kapoor's debut film, Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan, had a slow start at the box office, earning an estimated Rs 35 lakh on its opening day. Despite the modest numbers, Shanaya received strong support from family and Bollywood colleagues, including Arjun Kapoor and Karan Johar. Shanaya Kapoor called the delayed debut a blessing.