Australia’s Ashes campaign faces an early setback as captain Pat Cummins is ruled out of the opening Test against England due to a lower-back injury. Steve Smith will step in as captain for the series opener, with Cricket Australia expecting Cummins’ return for the second Test.
Gauri Khan stole the spotlight at her son Aryan’s directorial debut launch. She showcased a masterclass in luxury dressing. She wore a Chanel iridescent cotton tweed jacket worth ₹8,73,014.74, paired with flared black Chanel trousers and classic platform heels. Her understated elegance and confidence made black feel like pure power dressing.
World Champion D. Gukesh faced a tough day at the FIDE Grand Swiss, losing to Nikolas Theodorou after a defeat a day prior to 16-year-old Abhimanyu Mishra. Theodorou, now a ‘Chigorin Club’ member, capitalised on Gukesh’s ambitious play with White pieces, exploiting a miscalculated threefold repetition claim.
Kerala’s ruling LDF government, led by Pinarayi Vijayan, appears to be softening its stance on the Sabarimala temple issue, once a flashpoint of controversy. This shift comes as the Travancore Devaswom Board prepares for a global summit to showcase Sabarimala.
Water hyacinth blocks river bridge flooding, inundating hundreds of acres of cropland across five villages
Damana, Bhubaneswar, is gearing up for Durga Puja with a stunning pandal replicating Mayapur’s Iskcon temple, crafted by 20 artists. The Gopinathjew Durga Puja Committee ensures religious fervour with traditional Odia bhog, robust crowd management, and special parking arrangements. This major crowd-puller event, established in 2012, also features a unique ‘Kalash Yatra’ ritual.
Dulquer Salmaan’s ‘Lokah: Chapter 1- Chandra’ has shattered records, becoming the biggest Malayalam hit ever and the first to cross Rs 300 crore globally. This female-led superhero film’s massive success highlights the dynamism of Malayalam cinema. The franchise is set for a grand continuation with sequels featuring Tovino Thomas, Mammootty, and a climactic ensemble.
Walmart’s Sravana Karnati prioritizes computer science fundamentals and continuous learning when hiring engineers. He seeks candidates who understand systems, algorithms, and can write sustainable code, emphasizing adaptability over specific programming languages. Demonstrating a broad learning palette is crucial for success in evolving tech roles.
Bhojpuri star Pawan Singh’s divorce from Jyoti Singh has escalated into a public legal battle. Jyoti seeks a staggering Rs. 30 crore in alimony, a demand Pawan’s lawyer questions. Pawan accuses Jyoti of timing her claims with upcoming elections. The couple’s turbulent marriage, marked by accusations, is ongoing in court.
