The government is set to introduce the 'National Sports Governance Bill 2025' in Parliament, aiming for transparent functioning of sports federations and athlete protection. Alongside, the 'National Anti-Doping (Amendment) Bill, 2025' will be tabled. A key highlight is that the BCCI will come under the bill's purview, resolving disputes through a 'National Sports Tribunal'.
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Saudi Arabia mourns Prince Alwaleed bin Khaled, known as the 'Sleeping Prince,' who passed away at 36 after a 20-year coma resulting from a car accident. His father, Prince Khaled bin Talal, remained steadfast in his devotion, refusing to withdraw life support and turning his palace into a place of prayer.
Airtel has partnered with Perplexity to offer its 360 million customers a free one-year subscription to Perplexity Pro, typically priced at Rs 17,000. This collaboration marks Perplexity's first venture with an Indian telecom company. Airtel users can access this offer through the Airtel Thanks App, unlocking enhanced AI capabilities and research tools.
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American universities anticipate a significant drop in Indian students this fall due to visa appointment freezes and increased rejection rates. Students are facing uncertainty and exploring alternative countries like Germany as visa slots remain scarce. The US Consulate General in Hyderabad assures that slots have resumed, but heightened scrutiny is causing anxiety and application withdrawals.
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Despite the India-UK trade deal slashing scotch import duties, consumers shouldn't expect drastic price drops immediately. Ratification by the UK Parliament is pending, and even then, price reductions will likely be limited to 8-10% due to state taxes and distribution costs. While international and Indian spirits makers welcome the move, the real impact on consumers will be modest.
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