The US has imposed sanctions on six Indian businesses, along with other global entities, for allegedly violating restrictions on Iran by engaging in significant transactions involving Iranian petroleum and petrochemical products. These India-based companies are accused of importing and trading Iranian goods worth millions of dollars.
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An Army officer is under investigation after allegedly assaulting SpiceJet employees at Srinagar airport for enforcing baggage rules. The incident, which included serious injuries to staff, led to a police FIR and a viral video.
Enforcement Directorate arrested Partha Biswal, MD of Biswal Tradelink Pvt Ltd, concerning a Rs 68-crore fake bank guarantee provided by Reliance ADAG to SECI. Reliance Power Ltd allegedly paid Rs 5.4 crore to Biswal's company for the fraudulent guarantee, using forged documents. Anil Ambani has been summoned for questioning, and a lookout circular has been issued against him.
Shubman Gill's impressive stint as India's Test captain concluded at The Oval, marked by a standing ovation despite his dismissal for 11. He amassed 754 runs in the series, the second-highest by an Indian batter, only behind Sunil Gavaskar. Gill also became the second captain after Don Bradman to score 750+ runs in their debut series as Test captain.
The Trump administration introduced a pilot program requiring some B-1/B-2 visa applicants from countries with high overstay rates or deficient vetting to post bonds up to $15,000. This initiative, starting August 20, aims to reduce visa violations and encourage better screening processes.
The drawn fourth Test at Old Trafford saw England captain Ben Stokes' frustration boil over as India declined his offer to end play early, with Jadeja and Sundar pursuing centuries. Stokes' actions drew criticism from commentators like Nasser Hussain and Manjrekar, who deemed his behavior 'spoiled.' However, Kevin Pietersen defended Stokes' emotional response, emphasizing the players' mindset and charged atmosphere.
Microsoft Research has identified 40 jobs potentially impacted by AI, particularly those involving language and content creation, while highlighting the resilience of hands-on, physical roles. The study, analyzing interactions with Microsoft Bing Copilot, suggests AI will augment productivity rather than replace workers entirely. Human judgment and creativity remain crucial, even in sectors heavily influenced by AI advancements.
Following a fiery speech by MNS president Raj Thackeray condemning dance bars in Raigad, MNS workers allegedly vandalized Night Riders The Bar in Panvel. The incident, captured in a viral video, shows individuals destroying furniture and liquor bottles.
Panic at the Sawan fair in Maharajganj when a motorcycle stunt went awry at the 'Well of Death,' causing the rider to fall. Surprisingly, the riderless motorcycle continued circling for nearly an hour, raising serious safety concerns. Authorities shut down the unauthorized attraction and launched an inquiry into safety violations at the rural fair.
Prajwal Revanna, grandson of former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda, was convicted Friday in Bengaluru in a rape case involving a domestic help. The special court found him guilty of raping the woman at his farmhouse in 2021, acts allegedly recorded on his phone.