Former Indian swimmer Bula Choudhury, also known as the 'Queen of Seas,' suffered a devastating loss as thieves broke into her Hindmotor house and stole over 150 medals and mementos, including her Padma Shri brooch and 10 SAF Games gold medals. This marks the third theft at her residence, with previous incidents in 2014 involving stolen jewelry and electronics.
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Billy Howton, the Green Bay Packers' legendary wide receiver and NFL Players Association founder, passed away at 95. He revolutionized the game, becoming the first rookie to achieve over 1,000 receiving yards. Howton's efforts to establish the NFL Players Association secured better rights and pensions for players, leaving a lasting legacy.
Punjab Police dismantled a Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) terror module, arresting two operatives and detaining three juveniles. The module, directed by foreign-based handlers and a Pak-based operative, was planning attacks before Independence Day. Authorities seized a hand grenade, pistol, and ammunition, averting further incidents after a previous liquor store attack.
A man in Chhattisgarh unexpectedly received calls from cricket stars like Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers after purchasing a SIM card previously used by Rajat Patidar. This incident prompted Ravichandran Ashwin to share a story about a scammer impersonating Devon Conway, highlighting the importance of protecting personal information, especially for high-profile cricketers, in the digital age.
The Income-Tax Bill, 2025, initially introduced in February, has been withdrawn by the government to prevent confusion. A revised version, incorporating recommendations from the Select Committee led by BJP MP Baijayant Panda, is set to be presented in the Lok Sabha on August 11.
A devastating cloudburst in Kishtwar's Chesoti village along the Machail Mata Yatra route has claimed at least 60 lives, injured over 100, and left many missing. Survivors recounted a sudden flash flood engulfing the area after a blast-like sound. Rescue operations are underway, with the army, police, SDRF, and civilian agencies working together.
England's Chris Woakes faced a tough decision regarding his injured shoulder, sustained during the fifth Test against India. He is contemplating rehab to potentially avoid surgery, aiming for a quicker return and a chance to participate in the Ashes series in Australia later this year. Woakes' determination to play is evident, highlighted by his courageous batting display despite the injury.
Balrampur police arrested Ankur Verma and Harshit Pandey for the gangrape of a 22-year-old deaf-mute woman. The arrest happened after an encounter. The victim was attacked on August 11. CCTV footage showed the victim fleeing. The suspects were trying to escape to Nepal. They opened fire on police. Both confessed to the crime. Police are investigating further.
Mohammad Dilshad, a fugitive wanted for a 1999 murder in Saudi Arabia, was apprehended by the CBI at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport after evading authorities for over two decades. The arrest followed a request from Saudi Arabian authorities and a CBI investigation that uncovered Dilshad's use of a fake passport to travel abroad.
Washington's political landscape is now defined by 'ins' and 'outs,' impacting India's lobbying efforts amid tariff disputes. Despite hiring Jason Miller, India faces challenges as Pakistan's lobbyist, Keith Schiller, gains perceived influence with President Trump. Trump favors direct engagement from foreign leaders, potentially disadvantaging India's more reserved approach to negotiations.