Bihar’s 2025 assembly elections are witnessing a cinematic twist with folk singer Maithili Thakur and Bhojpuri actors Khesari Lal Yadav and Pawan Singh entering the political arena. The BJP and RJD are leveraging their star power and regional appeal to consolidate caste loyalties and energize voters, blending celebrity charisma with intricate political calculations.
Jnan yog, as elucidated in ancient scriptures, offers a path to self-realization through knowledge, self-inquiry, and meditation. It emphasizes discerning the real from the unreal, leading to dispassion and the realization of oneness with the universe.
Bangladesh Cricket Board has formed a committee to probe allegations of inappropriate behaviour by a former selector against ex-pacer Jahanara Alam during the 2022 ODI World Cup. Alam detailed lewd questions and unwanted physical advances, claiming multiple officials acted improperly. The board vows swift action after a 15-day investigation.
Bareilly suspended internet services, including mobile data and broadband, from October 2 to October 4, fearing unrest during Friday prayers. This precaution follows last week’s clashes over an ‘I Love Muhammad’ procession, which led to over 80 arrests, including prominent cleric Tauqeer Raza Khan. Security remains heavily deployed across the division.
Despite the Kansas City Chiefs’ recent setbacks, heiress Gracie Hunt remains optimistic. Daughter of billionaire owners Clark and Tavia Hunt, Gracie lives a life of luxury, often showcased on social media. Raised in a Dallas mansion and frequently traveling by private jet, Gracie’s family wealth stems from her great-grandfather, oil tycoon Haroldson Lafayette Hunt.
Kamal Haasan, actor and Makkal Needhi Maiam party leader, commenced his Rajya Sabha journey, taking his oath in Tamil. Prior to this, he affirmed his commitment to serving as an Indian. His election was unopposed, backed by the DMK-led alliance. Simultaneously, Haasan remains active in cinema; his film ‘Thug Life’ gained traction post-OTT release.
The US Army’s chief technology officer issued a memo labeling the new NGC2 battlefield communications network, developed by Palantir and Anduril, as “very high risk” due to fundamental security flaws. Concerns include uncontrolled data access, unmonitored user actions, and unverified software security, potentially allowing adversaries persistent access and misuse of classified information.
