Following India’s T20I loss to Ireland, former player Sanjay Manjrekar warns Sanju Samson about the rising competition. With young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi on the horizon, Samson faces pressure to perform. While Sooryavanshi’s talent is acknowledged, Manjrekar suggests he might not have single-handedly altered the game’s outcome, emphasizing the difficulty of the chase and the current lack
Despite laws and awareness campaigns, ragging persists in educational institutions, often dismissed as tradition. However, its impact on victims is severe, leading to emotional distress, trauma, and even tragic outcomes. Universities should be havens for growth, not fear. Embracing empathy and respect is crucial to creating safe campuses where all students can thrive and reach
A man recently released on parole after a POCSO conviction has been apprehended for allegedly raping a five-year-old girl in Pithoragarh. The accused, Hosiyar Singh, a driver, was serving a seven-year sentence for a previous child sexual assault case. Police swiftly rescued the distressed child and arrested Singh within eight hours of the crime being
India has joined 34 nations in a US-led effort to foster robust AI supply chains, signing the Joint Statement on AI Opportunity. This move champions a pro-growth, pro-innovation regulatory path for artificial intelligence. The initiative emphasizes trusted supply chains, private sector involvement, and critical infrastructure development for the future. Discussions also focused on expanding cooperation
Sikh leaders from Haryana have voiced strong concerns over a recent clash involving pilgrims in Uttarakhand, alleging “third-degree torture” of four arrested community members. They demand immediate release of the pilgrims and registration of cases against locals involved. Discussions have been held with Haryana and Uttarakhand chief ministers, who have reportedly given assurances.
A Texas city sold 87 acres donated in 1999 for a $10 public park to a data center developer for $10 million. Residents, led by Pamela Griffin, are suing to honour the original deed, while Taylor officials say existing zoning permits the data center without resident approval. The project promises $30 million in tax revenue
Despite India’s advanced digital payments, millions of small businesses struggle for formal finance, with only 14% accessing institutional credit. A significant credit gap, potentially exceeding Rs 50 lakh crore, hinders economic growth. While financial account ownership is high, formal credit access and insurance penetration lag global averages, highlighting critical inclusion gaps requiring policy reforms for
