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Prime Minister Modi conveyed Eid greetings to Kuwait's Crown Prince and condemned attacks on the nation's sovereignty amidst regional conflict. He emphasized India's priority on safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and discussed diplomatic solutions for peace. Similar concerns were raised with the UAE President, highlighting India's energy ties and diaspora welfare.

Sunrisers Hyderabad have appointed Ishan Kishan as captain for the upcoming IPL season, with Abhishek Sharma as his deputy. This leadership change is in effect until regular captain Pat Cummins recovers from injury. Kishan, a dynamic wicketkeeper-batter, brings his explosive form and proven IPL record to the role, aiming to lead the franchise effectively during Cummins' absence.

Punjab's Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has demanded royalty from Rajasthan for water supplied since 1960, citing a 1920 tripartite agreement. He claims Rajasthan owes Rs 1.44 lakh crore under this pact, which facilitated water flow through the Rajasthan feeder. Mann stated Punjab has formally written to Rajasthan and plans to involve the central government to resolve the unpaid dues.

Ravichandran Ashwin explained his retirement decision, stating he wanted to leave on his own terms after feeling his time was up. He also backed head coach Gautam Gambhir, emphasizing that the coach has the right to make team-oriented decisions, even if it means senior players like himself, Kohli, or Rohit must move on.

BJP MP Kangana Ranaut labeled Rahul Gandhi a "tapori," claiming women MPs feel uncomfortable around him due to his "rude" demeanor. This follows an open letter from retired bureaucrats and lawyers criticizing Gandhi's protest behavior as a "disregard for parliamentary authority" and "arrogance."

Indian chess star Koneru Humpy is uncertain about playing the Women’s Candidates in Cyprus due to Middle East tensions. She recently voiced concerns publicly. However, a final decision is yet to be taken. Her withdrawal could lead to fines and impact Indian chess. If she opts out, Ukraine's Anna Muzychuk may replace her in the tournament.

The incident took place outside Western Australia’s dressing room after the third day of the match on Monday. A report in The Age detailed the interaction with 'visibly annoyed' Green, stating that the interview began with a question about Green’s century for Western Australia against New South Wales.

Following India's T20 World Cup 2026 victory, Shivam Dube bypassed his flight to rush home to his family. He opted for an early morning train to Mumbai, traveling discreetly in a 3rd AC compartment. Dube's crucial contributions with bat and ball cemented his status as an impactful all-rounder in the triumphant campaign.

An Air Dynasty helicopter carrying a dead body and five passengers crashed while attempting to land in a field in Nepal's Khotang district. One passenger sustained injuries, while the pilot and other passengers were unharmed. High winds or dust during landing are suspected as contributing factors to the incident.

Nagaon MP Pradyut Bordoloi has joined the BJP, citing persistent internal humiliation and lack of leadership support within the Congress. He expressed deep hurt over allegations of a criminal nexus against a candidate being dismissed as "fabricated" by a Congress leader.

China's tech sector is grappling with OpenClaw, an AI agent that rapidly gained popularity, leading to government warnings about data leaks and misuse. Despite initial enthusiasm and widespread adoption by major companies, security concerns are now paramount. The powerful yet unrefined technology poses significant risks, prompting a swift shift from widespread adoption to cautious removal.

A father posted his child's whimsical drawing of him tumbling off a roof with a big grin, igniting lively discussions online. Art specialists point out that children's creative expressions often intertwine reality with imagination and emotion, seldom signaling distress. Parents are encouraged to engage in open dialogue with their kids, using these artworks as windows into their thoughts and feelings.

Aam Aadmi Party MP Raghav Chadha proposed reforms to ease financial burdens, advocating for optional joint income tax filing for couples, full tax exemption on disability pensions for all wounded soldiers, and removal of bank minimum balance penalties. These proposals aim to create a fairer financial system for ordinary citizens amidst ongoing pensioner concerns.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang proposed offering engineers annual "token budgets" as part of their compensation, potentially amounting to half their base salary. This move aims to boost engineer productivity and serve as a new recruiting tool in Silicon Valley. Huang believes this will amplify engineers' capabilities, making them significantly more effective.

A 17-year-old girl was allegedly murdered by her 25-year-old fiancé, Sabeel, in Bengaluru. His family discovered her body in an abandoned house in DH Halli, with preliminary findings suggesting her throat was slit. Police have registered a murder case and are actively searching for the absconding suspect.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman expressed gratitude to early software engineers, acknowledging their complex work. However, his comments sparked debate about AI's impact on coding jobs, with users interpreting his message as a prelude to displacement. This follows recent workforce reductions and AI investment announcements from companies like Block Inc. and Atlassian, signaling a broader trend of automation affecting white-collar roles.