After a period of softening, commodity prices are rising again, prompting auto companies to implement minor price hikes. Steel price increases, in particular, are causing concern, with analysts predicting continued hardening of raw material prices in the coming quarters. While the immediate impact on margins is limited, auto bosses are closely monitoring the situation as a potential headwind.
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Sunil Gavaskar slammed the growing trend of workload management, urging players to show the same commitment as soldiers guarding the borders. Praising Siraj’s relentless effort across five Tests and Pant’s bravery, Gavaskar emphasized national pride, saying representing India is a rare honour that shouldn't be compromised due to minor injuries.
Hulk Hogan's relationship with his daughter Brooke was strained before his death, with her husband, Steven Oleksy, revealing Hogan showed no interest in meeting his newborn twins, despite Brooke's efforts to reconnect. The couple had moved to Florida to support Hogan, but he remained distant, leaving Brooke heartbroken by unanswered attempts to reconcile.
A southern right whale calf was struck by a boat off NSW, weeks after its mother was injured similarly. Despite the alarming collision, the calf appeared unharmed, rejoining its mother. Authorities are monitoring the pair, urging boaters to be cautious during whale season. These endangered whales are vulnerable due to their shallow water habits and lack of dorsal fins.
Apple has released iOS 18.6, delivering crucial bug fixes and 24 security updates, including a resolution for a Photos app sharing issue. Compatible with iPhones from 2018 onwards, this update addresses WebKit vulnerabilities and accessibility concerns. Users are urged to update their devices to benefit from these improvements before the anticipated arrival of iOS 26 in September.
Karun Nair's comeback to the Indian Test team in England saw him contribute a crucial half-century, but his overall returns of 205 runs at an average of 25.67 may not be enough to secure his place.
A special NIA court acquitted Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur, Prasad Purohit, and five others in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, citing lack of evidence and procedural lapses. The court stated that the UAPA could not be applied due to defective sanction orders and noted the prosecution failed to prove key evidence. Families of the deceased will receive compensation.
Mohammed Siraj's sensational bowling performance led India to a thrilling six-run victory over England in the fifth Test at The Oval, drawing the series 2-2. Siraj's nine wickets in the match, including a crucial five-wicket haul in the second innings, turned the tide as England were close to winning on the final day.
Scientists have engineered a device that eliminates over 99% of carcinogenic PFAS from drinking water within five minutes. This innovative tool, featuring a metal-organic framework (MOF), not only purifies water but also glows upon detecting contamination, enabling real-time monitoring. The reusable filter maintains high efficiency even after multiple uses, offering a sustainable solution to combat widespread PFAS pollution affecting millions.
R Ashwin has criticized Shubman Gill's captaincy and Gautam Gambhir's coaching during the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series, citing a "lack of game awareness." Ashwin pointed out missed opportunities to utilize spinners effectively, particularly Washington Sundar, which he believes contributed to England's advantage.