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After graduating from IIT Kanpur, Abhishek Anand combined his career in tech with his cricket dreams. He transitioned from tennis-ball to leather-ball cricket during his studies. A job opportunity in Japan allowed him to pursue cricket further, ultimately leading to his debut with the national team against the Cook Islands in 2025. His journey highlights the significance of balancing education and personal passion.

The Delhi High Court recently this very principle of mesne profits in a case involving a bank, directing the tenant to pay out, along with 6% annual interest, to the landlady for continuing to occupy the premises beyond the agreed tenancy period.

OpenAI and Anthropic are adjusting their approach as AI systems become more independent and capable. Both companies emphasize the need for safety measures alongside continued development of advanced AI. Anthropic's CEO, Dario Amodei, recently called for a slower pace of AI development to mitigate risks. OpenAI's CEO, Sam Altman, agreed and highlighted potential dangers from losing control of powerful AI.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has instructed a team to prepare a case against Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. This potential legal action will focus on Erdogan's treatment of Kurds and alleged support for Hamas. Human rights organizations have criticized Turkey for its treatment of Kurdish minorities over several decades. Relations between Israel and Turkey have sharply deteriorated, prompting both nations to pursue legal actions against each other.

Violent protests erupted at Lovely Professional University after claims of a female student's alleged rape on campus. The unrest was compounded by the suicide of another student, prompting students to voice safety concerns. Police are investigating these events while denying allegations and claiming that initial reports are unfounded. Internet services were shut down temporarily to manage the chaos surrounding the protests.

Police used tear gas shells to control a crowd in the city as stone pelting occurred when a large group of people clashed with them at the spot where a portion of Shahi Masjid was planned to be demolished. Rapid Action Force (RAF) personnel has been deployed at the spot.

In 2008, Suzanne Turquotte relocated from London to Tamil Nadu with a mission to uplift local communities through her initiative, Relief Projects India. Initially providing free evening tuition for children, the organization broadened its scope to address a range of community needs. She also co-founded the Mountain View School, aiming to deliver English-language education to children in farming families.

While Sensex crashed over 1,100 points, Nifty50 went below 22,800. BSE Sensex ended the day at 72,771.72, down 1,124 points or 1.52%. Nifty50 closed at 22,780.25, down 360 points or 1.56%.

Anthony D'Esposito, Inspector General at the Department of Labor, announced an investigation into the H-1B visa program. Investigators are focusing on fraud related to foreign labor, which may lead to significant reforms. D'Esposito indicated that the program could look very different in one year. The administration is also examining colleges allegedly exploiting J-1 visas, as part of a wider crackdown.

The Bill Gates Foundation is making a bold move by committing $1 billion to ensure equitable AI development for education and healthcare. Of this, $400 million is dedicated to creating AI-driven tutoring systems that tailor learning experiences. This investment arrives amidst rising discussions about digital tools' effectiveness and privacy issues, with New York City already enacting a one-year pause on generative AI in schools.