The Supreme Court has initiated a case, "In Re: Cadets Disabled During Military Training Struggle," addressing the hardships faced by military cadets who acquire disabilities during training. These cadets, often from prestigious institutions, are medically discharged before commissioning. Consequently, they are denied ex-servicemen benefits such as disability pensions and healthcare, leaving them without institutional support.
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Thiruvananthapuram's Greenfield Stadium may host Women's World Cup matches after Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium lost hosting rights. Following a tragic stampede and subsequent safety concerns, the Karnataka government withdrew permission. ICC Chairman Jay Shah inquired about Thiruvananthapuram's readiness, and the KCA president confirmed their preparedness. While awaiting official confirmation from the ICC, logistical challenges are being addressed for the potential matches.
An Indian man in Ireland reported experiencing racial harassment from teenagers who hurled slurs at him from a car while he waited at a bus stop. The incident, which left him feeling isolated due to bystander silence, follows an Indian Embassy advisory about rising attacks on Indian citizens in Ireland, urging precautions and awareness.
The 2025 Asia Cup will be held in the UAE from September 9-28, featuring eight teams in the T20I format. India's participation was initially uncertain due to strained relations with Pakistan, but the BCCI has confirmed their presence. India will play Pakistan in a high-profile match on September 14, with potential for multiple encounters throughout the tournament.
Krishna Janmashtami 2025, observed on August 15 and 16, celebrates Lord Krishna's birth with fasting, devotional singing, and midnight puja. The Nishita Kaal Puja, the most auspicious time for worship, occurs between 12:04 AM and 12:47 AM on August 16.
Nolan Bushnell, Atari's co-founder, famously declined a $50,000 investment for a one-third stake in Apple, a decision that would have made him the world's first trillionaire. While Bushnell missed out on unimaginable wealth, Apple's rise continued without him, shaping the tech landscape. His legacy remains as a gaming pioneer and early mentor to Steve Jobs.
Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, faced a brief suspension from X, sparking controversy after it attributed the removal to comments about Israel's actions in Gaza, citing ICJ rulings and UN reports. Musk dismissed this, attributing the suspension to a "dumb error.
India's T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav is yet to fully recover from the sports hernia operation he underwent in June in Munich. He is expected to spend another week at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) under the watchful eyes of the physios and medical team. Meanwhile, Shreyas Iyer had cleared his fitness test last month.
Robert Vadra, facing an Enforcement Directorate probe into land deals, has attributed key financial decisions to deceased associates, including Rajesh Khurana and H.L. Pahwa. This strategy mirrors responses from Sonia and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald case, where they cited the late Motilal Vora's knowledge. The ED alleges Vadra was evasive and suppressed information regarding transactions.
Many international students face F-1 visa denials under Section 214(b) due to perceived lack of ties to their home country. This refusal isn't permanent, and applicants can reapply with strengthened evidence of these ties, such as family commitments or property ownership. The DIGNITY Act, if approved, may ease restrictions by allowing dual intent for F-1 visas.