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Cough syrup row: Owner of pharma company that supplied ‘poisonous’ Coldrif arrested; MP toll rises to 21

G Ranganathan, owner of Sresan Pharmaceuticals, has been arrested by a Madhya Pradesh team in connection with the toxic Coldrif cough syrup linked to 21 deaths. Ranganathan, a veteran in the pharmaceutical industry known for his nutritional syrup Pronit, faces scrutiny as his manufacturing unit has been sealed and his office cleared out.

Filmmaker Rishab Shetty has addressed the devastating Karur stampede that claimed 41 lives, labeling it a ‘collective mistake’ during a rally for Vijay. He articulated that incidents like this arise from a confluence of failures rather than a singular fault, expressing heartfelt sorrow for the unintended loss of life.

Ravichandran Ashwin backs the BCCI’s decisions regarding Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s ODI futures, emphasising long-term planning for the 2027 World Cup. He suggests domestic tournaments like the Vijay Hazare Trophy are crucial for the veterans to prove their commitment and form, while also endorsing Shubman Gill’s captaincy for future leadership grooming.

The Vegas Golden Knights have secured Jack Eichel with an eight-year, $108 million contract extension, making him one of the NHL’s highest-paid players. This deal offers long-term stability for the defending champions, striking a balance between rewarding elite performance and maintaining team flexibility. Eichel’s career-high 94 points last season and Lady Byng nomination highlight his…

Victor Wembanyama has grown to an astonishing 7-foot-5, adding two inches to his already imposing frame. This significant physical transformation, coupled with intense offseason training and mental conditioning, has left the NBA buzzing. Fully healthy and stronger, the San Antonio Spurs phenom is poised to unleash a terrifying new dimension to his game, promising a…

Terri Lesley, a former library director in Campbell County, Wyoming, has received a $700,000 settlement after being dismissed in 2023 amid a dispute over LGBTQ+ and sex education books in a public library. Lesley claimed her termination violated her First Amendment rights. Campbell County denied wrongdoing, citing performance issues. The case has ended with the…

Claire Kittle and Kristin Juszczyk, wives of 49ers stars, launched a joint Instagram page. Their creative styles and engaging presence have captured fan attention. The duo’s collaboration signals a new era for NFL partners. Fans are eager for more content and even a reality show. Their partnership blends fashion, entertainment, and fandom, redefining the NFL…

Politician Malla Reddy revealed he was offered ₹3 crore to play the villain in Pawan Kalyan’s ‘Ustaad Bhagat Singh’. He declined the role, humorously stating he wouldn’t enjoy beating up the hero. This marks his second interaction with director Harish Shankar, who previously tried to cast him in a hero role.

Arturo Gatti Jr., 17, son of the late boxing icon Arturo Gatti, has died in Mexico, found hanging in an apartment. This tragic event mirrors his father’s own mysterious death over a decade ago, also ruled a suicide but surrounded by controversy. Investigations are ongoing into Gatti Jr.’s death, with no official ruling yet released.