A massive cyberattack on Rhode Island's social services portal, RIBridges, has potentially compromised the personal and banking data, including Social Security numbers, of hundreds of thousands of residents since 2016. Hackers are demanding ransom, threatening to release the stolen information. State officials confirmed the breach and shut down the online system, forcing benefit applications to be submitted on paper.
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Indian cricketer Virat Kohli is set to play his first Ranji Trophy match for Delhi since 2012, against Railways on January 30. Kohli’s return to domestic cricket is part of his preparation for upcoming national duties. Several other Indian internationals like Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and Ravindra Jadeja are also participating in the domestic competition.
In Anantapur, a 16-year-old intermediate student named Charan jumped from the third floor of his college building, resulting in his death. He had just returned after the Sankranti holidays. Despite immediate medical attention, he was declared dead on arrival. Police are investigating the reasons behind his drastic action. His family and relatives are devastated.
Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai pledged to boycott footwear until the DMK government is ousted, after the sexual harassment case at Anna University. He announced a personal protest, including self-whipping and fasting, amid ongoing demonstrations led by the BJP and AIADMK accusing the DMK of suppressing dissent.
Pakistani Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem has declined Neeraj Chopra's invitation to compete in the NC Classic javelin event in Bengaluru on May 24, citing a conflict with his training schedule for the Asian Athletics Championships. While expressing gratitude to Chopra, Nadeem confirmed his commitment to the Asian Championship in Gumi, Korea, from May 27 to 31.
Ravichandran, father of Indian just-retired Ashwin, revealed that his son's sudden retirement stemmed from alleged humiliation within the team. The family was shocked by the decision, believing Ashwin's career had more to offer. Repeated omissions from the playing XI likely fueled Ashwin's retirement, a move his father suggested was emotionally difficult but perhaps inevitable given the circumstances.
Supreme Court advised Parliament and assemblies to periodically review their enacted laws, approximately every 10, 25, or 50 years, to ensure they meet desired goals, and address deficiencies. The court declined to alter the 45-day limit for filing election petitions, as requested by BJP's Maneka Gandhi.
Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh downplays the hype around the upcoming India-Pakistan clash in the ICC Champions Trophy, asserting India's superiority due to their stronger squad. He highlights India's key players' form and Pakistan's inconsistency, predicting a one-sided match. Harbhajan also sees Afghanistan as potential strong contenders in the tournament.
Ashatai, mother of Maharashtra deputy CM Ajit Pawar, expresses her wish for the reunion of Ajit Pawar and his uncle Sharad Pawar. This comes amid speculation of their reconciliation following Ajit’s visit to Sharad on his birthday. Influential figures support the reunion, emphasizing its significance in shaping Maharashtra politics.
Rohit Sharma silenced critics with a blistering, unbeaten 76, his highest IPL 2025 score, propelling Mumbai Indians to a dominant nine-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings. Coming in as an Impact Substitute, Sharma partnered with Suryakumar Yadav for a match-winning 114-run stand. Jasprit Bumrah's bowling earlier restricted CSK, setting the stage for MI's triumphant chase.