Pakistan have named a 16-man squad for the Bangladesh Tests, led by Shan Masood, with Sarfaraz Ahmed as head coach. Sitting fifth in the WTC, they aim to improve against eighth-placed Bangladesh. Four uncapped players are included, alongside senior stars. A Karachi camp precedes the May 8 start, with matches in Dhaka and Sylhet.
Ravichandran Ashwin sees Sanju Samson as a future captain for Chennai Super Kings. Ashwin believes Samson should forge his own path, not follow past leaders. The transition in CSK leadership has been ongoing. Samson has shown strong form recently. He will be a key player in upcoming matches.
Elon Musk has proposed a “Universal HIGH INCOME” system, suggesting government checks to combat AI-driven job losses. This idea aligns with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s proposal for a public wealth fund, despite their rivalry. Critics, however, warn of reduced work incentives and increased government reliance.
India’s INS Dhruv plays a crucial role in tracking long-range missile tests over the Bay of Bengal and Indian Ocean. This advanced vessel gathers vital telemetry data, aids in anti-ballistic missile system development, and provides early warning against hypersonic threats. Its capabilities also extend to monitoring Low Earth Orbit satellites, offering a significant strategic advantage
An Indian oil tanker, Desh Garima, successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz amidst heightened regional tensions and conflicting reports from Iran regarding its status. This passage highlights ongoing maritime activity despite concerns over the vital oil route. The Indian government has also bolstered support for the shipping sector with a significant insurance pool to counter
For the first time since 2014, the Modi government failed to pass a bill in Parliament, a move analysts suggest was strategic. By forcing a vote on the women’s reservation bill, linked to delimitation, the BJP aimed to record every MP’s stance, creating a potent campaign tool. The government positioned itself as pro-women reformists, while
An elderly Pakistani-origin displaced couple was found dead under suspicious circumstances in their Jaisalmer home, with preliminary findings suggesting strangulation. The disappearance of the woman’s silver anklets points towards a possible robbery motive. The couple, who had recently obtained Indian citizenship, lived alone and had no children.
AI pioneer Ben Goertzel predicts human-level AGI within two to three years, warning of a significant ‘job apocalypse’ as most professions become obsolete. While manual labor and some creative roles may persist longer, the focus for humans will shift from earning a living to finding purpose, potentially ushering in a utopian world with more leisure
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei met with White House officials to discuss AI safety and cybersecurity, signaling a thaw in recent tensions. The meeting focused on potential collaboration and responsible AI development, despite past government concerns labeling the company a national security risk. This engagement suggests a move towards renewed ties between Anthropic and the US
