Reid Hoffman believes the Democratic Party has alienated a segment of Silicon Valley by targeting crypto and Big Tech. He regrets this division, noting that California's regulations push companies to innovate elsewhere. Hoffman points out that red states are fostering innovation in areas like autonomous vehicles, suggesting Democrats should learn from their policies.
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Amidst heightened tensions following the Pahalgam attack, Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi has appealed to the BCCI to reconsider India's Asia Cup match against Pakistan scheduled for September 14 in Dubai. Gogoi argues that playing cricket at this time would compromise national interest and undermine diplomatic efforts to hold Pakistan accountable.
Cheteshwar Pujara, India's dependable Test batter, has retired from international cricket after a 103-Test career, amassing 7,195 runs. Celebrated for his resilience and patience, Pujara's memorable innings include a double century against England in 2012 and a gritty 202 against Australia in 2017. His contributions, defined by mental toughness and commitment, have left an indelible mark on Indian cricket.
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) announced the CS Professional Programme June 2025 results on August 25, showcasing exceptional performances under both the 2017 and 2022 syllabi. Prashil Singh secured AIR 1 in the old syllabus, while Bhumi Vinod Mehta topped the new syllabus. Candidates can now access their scorecards on the official ICSI website.
President Zelenskyy criticized Putin's visit to China, accusing him of evading responsibility for the war in Ukraine and intensifying air attacks. He highlighted the surge in drone strikes coinciding with Putin's diplomatic efforts and condemned Russia's disregard for international efforts to stop the conflict. Zelenskyy also warned of a buildup of Russian forces and vowed to respond with asymmetrical measures.
Amid strengthening ties between India and Russia, Moscow is exploring potential investments to manufacture its Sukhoi Su-57 fifth-generation fighter jets in India. This development occurs as India seeks advanced air defense systems from Russia and navigates trade tensions with the United States, who is also offering its F-35 fighter jets.
Pranav Venkatesh triumphed in the Superstars section of the Fujairah Global Chess 2025, held in UAE. He secured victory with an aggressive final-round win, finishing with 7.0/9 points. Prior to this, the 2025 World Junior Champion earned a spot in the FIDE Grand Swiss by winning the "Asian Wildcard Match"Z against GM Kazybek Nogerbek.
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