R. Thyagaraajan

Hemant Modi was arrested last week from Ahmedabad. He’d jumped parole in 2014 and spent over a decade acting in everything from commercials to films starring Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan, Ranveer Singh

The Congress high command is reportedly seeking a compromise to avoid a Rajasthan-like political crisis in Karnataka by potentially replacing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah with Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. The party aims to manage competing power centers and caste equations carefully to prevent factional instability and protect its electoral prospects in 2028.

Rajat Patidar's explosive 93 not out against Gujarat Titans propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a record IPL playoff total. His fearless batting, including a remarkable backfoot six off Kagiso Rabada, earned high praise from Ravichandran Ashwin, who hailed it as a potential shot of the tournament. Patidar's dominant display has elevated his captaincy and batting credentials significantly.

Former Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai publicly opposed the CBSE's revised three-language mandate, urging its withdrawal due to abrupt implementation. This move signals a calibrated political strategy to assert regional concerns and navigate the sensitive language issue in Tamil Nadu, potentially influencing the party's future leadership.

Mumbai now generates more construction debris than household garbage every day. It’s a stark contrast – one the one side, a new shiny city is emerging; but on the other the city is smothering itself with its own muck

Cloudflare is laying off over 1,100 employees, about 20% of its workforce, to restructure around AI adoption. CEO Matthew Prince explained the cuts target 'measurers' – roles like middle management and operations – as AI enhances efficiency. He believes AI will boost productivity for 'builders' and 'sellers', allowing greater investment in growth areas.

Donald Trump's Board of Peace, established to aid Gaza's reconstruction, has received zero dollars in its official fund despite billions pledged by member nations. Donations are reportedly being directed to a JPMorgan account lacking independent transparency requirements, impacting plans for a US-backed Palestinian administration.