New York's wealthiest are experiencing a unique panic as socialist mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani gains traction, challenging their long-held influence. Despite attempts to counter his campaign with donations and backroom deals, Mamdani's message resonates with a younger, less affluent electorate, forcing the elite to confront their diminishing control over the city's future.
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Investigators are searching for a diary containing a dying declaration in the mysterious death of Aqil Akhtar, son of former Punjab DGP Mohammad Mustafa. The FIR names Mustafa, his wife, daughter, and daughter-in-law. The post-mortem was inconclusive, with viscera analysis awaited. The family is expected back for questioning soon.
Blackstone is set to acquire nearly 10% stake in Federal Bank for Rs 6,196.5 crore, pending shareholder and regulatory approvals. This significant deal highlights a trend of Indian lenders attracting substantial private capital, fueling debate on the RBI's stance towards foreign strategic ownership in the banking sector.
A heated argument between pantry assistants on the Khajuraho Vande Bharat Express at Hazrat Nizamuddin station escalated into a physical scuffle, captured in a viral video. Police have registered a case, and four employees were taken into custody. Their identity cards were deactivated, and the service provider faces contract termination and a hefty fine.
Cameron Green is out of the India ODI series with a minor side strain, replaced by in-form Marnus Labuschagne. Cricket Australia is being cautious ahead of the Ashes. This setback follows Green's return from spinal surgery. Other Australian players are also managing injuries, with Jhye Richardson showing promising signs.
Former India coach Ravi Shastri believes Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have "enough cricket in them" for future ODIs, including the 2027 World Cup, but emphasizes individual hunger and fitness. He suggests players will decide their own ODI futures, similar to their Test retirements, as the BCCI dismisses speculation about the Australia series being their last.
Former cricketer Atul Wassan slammed Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed's suggestion that Sarfaraz Khan's exclusion from India A squads was due to his religion. Wassan expressed shame over communal narratives entering cricket, emphasizing meritocracy and India's inclusive history in the sport. He stressed that selection debates are cricketing matters, not communal ones.
India’s top anti-corruption body, the Lokpal, has come under fire after issuing a tender to purchase seven luxury BMWs, sparking allegations of hypocrisy and misuse of taxpayers’ money. Opposition leaders, activists, and social media users criticised the move, highlighting the irony of an institution created to fight corruption indulging in lavish spending.
Israel launched airstrikes and artillery attacks on dozens of Hamas targets in Gaza after the group reportedly violated a ceasefire. The IDF struck weapon storage sites, military infrastructure, and a six-kilometer underground tunnel. Gaza's civil defense reported at least 33 killed in the Israeli strikes.
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's stellar partnership prevented a series whitewash in Australia, with Rohit scoring an unbeaten 121 and Kohli 74 not out. Their unbroken 168-run stand guided India to a nine-wicket victory. The duo expressed gratitude for their experiences playing in Australia, highlighting their enduring chemistry and the lessons learned throughout their careers.