Peshawar Zalmi captain Babar Azam sharply dismissed a journalist’s comparison to Virat Kohli regarding match-finishing abilities. Despite not finishing the recent PSL victory himself, Azam asserted he has a strong record of closing out games, suggesting the journalist’s perception is a misconception.
President Trump issued a stern warning to Iran, stating US forces will remain deployed until a “REAL AGREEMENT” is implemented, threatening a significantly stronger military response if the ceasefire is violated. He reiterated demands for Iran to abandon nuclear weapons and ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains open and safe.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai stated the company did not miss the AI chatbot wave but deliberately delayed its release. He revealed Google had a functional version of ChatGPT internally, but it was deemed too toxic and unrefined for public release, prioritizing product quality over being first to market.
Nasa’s Artemis II astronauts have returned a stunning Earthrise image. The crew also photographed the Milky Way. Their lunar flyby marked a significant milestone, reaching a record distance from Earth. The mission included observing a solar eclipse and lunar features. Artemis II is now returning for a splashdown, advancing Nasa’s lunar exploration goals.
Stock market crash today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex tanked in trade on Thursday, a day after the stock market saw a record single day gain. While Nifty50 went below 23,800, BSE Sensex was down over 1,000 points intraday.
Pawan Khera remains untraceable as Assam Police search for him in Hyderabad regarding alleged defamatory remarks against Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife. Khera’s Hyderabad residence is under heavy police watch, while he has moved the Telangana High Court seeking anticipatory bail.
A symbolic dove release for peace at the PSL 2026 match between Peshawar Zalmi and Hyderabad Kingsmen drew significant online criticism. Critics labelled the ‘Pakistan – The Peace Maker’ initiative as forced and PR-driven, deeming it out of place during the cricket tournament amidst geopolitical tensions.
Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister reiterated calls for former PM Sheikh Hasina’s extradition during his India visit, marking the new government’s first official approach. Discussions also covered energy cooperation, visa easing, and increased diesel and fertilizer supplies. Dhaka emphasized a “Bangladesh First” foreign policy, while India expressed a desire to strengthen bilateral ties.
