Natalia Bryant, daughter of the late Kobe Bryant, made her directorial debut with the Los Angeles Lakers’ short film, “Purple and Gold Around the World.” At 22, she collaborated with stars like LeBron James and Brenda Song, honoring Lakers’ legacy and her father. The film aims to inspire pride and connection to the team.
Three men, Bikramaditya Jena, Prasanta Nayak, and Murali Benia, transformed their lives after road accidents left them in wheelchairs. They are now key members of the Odisha para wheelchair rugby team, which recently won the national championship for the second consecutive year. Their resilience serves as an inspiration, highlighting the importance of responsible driving.
Baker Mayfield is silencing critics with an explosive start to the NFL season, transforming his once-criticized fiery personality into praised grit and leadership. His impressive Week 5 performance for Tampa Bay, where he embraced the post-Tom Brady era, showcased his talent and hunger, proving his competitive edge is now a key asset.
India is establishing its first apex federal agency, GTPRO, within the cabinet secretariat to plan and monitor the entire transport sector. This move aims to break down silos in infrastructure planning and improve coordination among ministries and states, drawing inspiration from international models. A Group of Transport Experts will provide technical support for long-term planning.
Police in Lunglei district have arrested four individuals in connection with a highway robbery. The incident occurred on the Lunglei-Silchar route where masked men robbed two travelers of cash, documents, and a mobile phone. The victims were from Myanmar and Lawngtlai district. Authorities suspect the driver may have been involved in the planning of the…
Bhubaneswar faced severe waterlogging after a heavy downpour. Choked drains and damaged roads led to traffic jams across the capital. Life was disrupted as shops closed and schoolchildren returned late. The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation deployed rapid action teams to drain water and clear blockages. Residents are urged to report waterlogging issues to a toll-free number.
Mizoram Governor Gen VK Singh, on CM Lalduhoma’s advice, reshuffled cabinet portfolios. Minister of State B Lalchhanzova has been allocated the Information and Public Relations department. Minister Vanlalthlana will now assist the CM with taxation matters under the Finance department.
Music composer Ismail Darbar believes Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s decision to cast Shah Rukh Khan in ‘Devdas’ instead of Salman Khan, who had previously helped Bhansali, soured their professional relationship. This casting choice is seen as a pivotal moment in the complex dynamic between the two Khans and Bhansali, impacting Bollywood’s fan culture and on-screen collaborations.
Meghalaya is launching a significant crackdown on drug abuse, with plans to establish de-addiction centers in all 12 district headquarters within three to four months. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma announced the initiative, emphasizing strict measures like CCTV surveillance in hotspots and collaboration with various organizations. The government is committed to eradicating the drug menace.
