More than four decades after his death in a road accident in 1984, Surjit – a World Cup winner, an Olympian and an Arjuna Award recipient – remains woven into the sporting fabric of the region.
Keisha Lance Bottoms has been elected governor of Georgia after defeating Rick Jackson in the recent election. Her victory signifies a historic moment as she becomes the first Black woman to hold this position. Bottoms focused her campaign on economic issues, pledging to expand Medicaid and raise the minimum wage. Jackson’s significant campaign spending did
Pia Dandiya has made history by winning Florida’s 22nd Congressional District race, marking her as the first Indian-American from the state to achieve this milestone. With her roots tracing back to Indian immigrant parents and a strong background in education and public service, she is set to represent a newly refreshed district that spans parts
Ghanakanta Gogoi was killed in police firing while attempting to escape from custody in Sivasagar. The incident occurred after he snatched a police officer’s weapon and shot at the police. Gogoi had previously surrendered to police with a firearm linked to the Hotel Bilas Inn shooting. This shooting resulted in the deaths of five individuals
Spain’s transport minister Óscar Puente resigned after a high-speed train collision near Madrid caused 69 fatalities. This incident was the second major rail disaster on the Madrid-Seville route in just one year. Following the October 28 crash, Puente faced pressure from opposition politicians and railway unions demanding his resignation. He acknowledged responsibility for the accidents
Mustafa Suleyman, the CEO of Microsoft AI, maintains that current AI systems are not conscious and lack rights. He emphasized that credible evidence must be publicly disclosed if AI consciousness is proven. Suleyman argues that creating conscious AI poses risks and suggests halting development if signs of consciousness emerge. He asserts the importance of prioritizing
Apple is set to implement more stringent rules for the App Store on November 16, 2026, particularly for dating applications and AI companions. All such applications will require an 18+ age rating, and developers must submit content descriptors by January 12, 2027. This rollout is part of an initiative to bolster child safety and mitigate
At 4pm on Tuesday, Delhi’s air quality index fell to a concerning level of 350, with certain areas like Jahangirpuri reporting a hazardous AQI of 462. Monitoring agencies warn that the city’s air quality may worsen, largely due to rising emissions from stubble burning in nearby states. Experts predict that the adverse weather conditions will
Bombay High Court expressed disappointment over BMC’s removal of an anti-cracker video featuring actor Dia Mirza. The court highlighted the importance of public participation in addressing pollution and suggested reinstating the video. Additionally, judges were disturbed by negative comments concerning celebrities engaged in public awareness efforts. They emphasized the need for support during such initiatives,
