Carlos Cordeiro, one of Gianni Infantino’s closest advisers, has resigned in protest over FIFA’s controversial World Cup investment proposal, calling it “a bad deal for football” and questioning its governance. His departure adds to mounting opposition from UEFA, Concacaf and the AFC, leaving FIFA facing growing internal and external resistance ahead of a crucial member
Google founder Sergey Brin owns a 466-foot megayacht named Dragonfly. This vessel features an entire business deck with a private office and gym. It also includes a concealed helicopter hangar for convenient arrivals and departures. The yacht’s hybrid propulsion system enhances efficiency and reduces noise during travel. Dragonfly’s design reflects Brin’s renewed focus on artificial
In a significant ruling, a Delhi court has imposed a life sentence on former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain along with four co-defendants for the gruesome murder of Ankit Sharma, an Intelligence Bureau official. The victim was tragically killed during the violent 2020 Northeast Delhi riots. The prosecution argued for the death penalty, highlighting the 51
Kangana Ranaut shared a childhood photograph from a 1997 school play. She portrayed Goddess Sita in the Ramayana during her school days. This memory surfaced amid discussions surrounding the recent Ramayana trailer release. The actress also recently criticized Gen Z protesters in social media posts. Ranaut was last seen in the medical drama-thriller Bharat Bhagya
The US government is reportedly considering a $100,000 fee for foreign students seeking post-graduation work. This proposed fee targets the Optional Practical Training program, impacting many international graduates. This follows a significant H-1B visa fee hike imposed on sponsoring companies last year. Indian engineers, who dominate H-1B approvals, face increased challenges in securing US careers.
Tamil film screenings have been halted across Karnataka until further notice. Protests erupted over the Cauvery water-sharing dispute, disrupting movie showings. Pro-Kannada groups announced a statewide bandh for August 13 against water release. Farmers and activists forced theatre owners to stop showing Tamil movies. The Karnataka Film Exhibitors Association extended the suspension to all state
In a significant development, authorities in West Bengal’s Purba Bardhaman district have apprehended Hamid Mondal, a suspected member of Jaish-e-Mohammed. The Special Task Force captured Mondal from his rental home, where he was reportedly gathering intelligence on chief minister Suvendu Adhikari, raising serious security alarms. This arrest links Mondal to a key figure behind the
A Kerala consumer commission found Royal Enfield and its dealer guilty of service deficiency. The buyer received a new motorcycle with several defects immediately after purchase. An expert inspection confirmed significant issues inconsistent with a brand-new vehicle. The commission ordered the manufacturer and dealer to pay over Rs 2.3 lakh. This ruling addresses unfair trade
More than 80 Chinese papers and patents reviewed by Reuters show military-linked institutions using model distillation to build domestic AI systems for surveillance, cyber warfare and battlefield applications amid growing US-China technology tensions.
