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X Corp, led by Elon Musk, has settled a significant lawsuit with four former Twitter executives, including ex-CEO Parag Agrawal, over $128 million in unpaid severance. The executives claimed wrongful denial of their contractual entitlements. While terms remain confidential, this resolution follows another large settlement for laid-off employees, marking a turbulent transition for the platform.

Vece Paes, Olympian and sports medicine specialist, passed away at 80 due to complications from Parkinson’s and age-related issues. A member of the 1972 Olympic bronze-winning hockey team, he later became a consultant for various sports organizations. Paes also served as president of the Indian Rugby Football Union and was deeply involved in anti-doping efforts.

Laken Snelling, a former cheerleader, faces charges in Lexington, Kentucky, after a newborn was found dead in her closet. Monica Kelsey, founder of Safe Haven Baby Boxes, highlights the proximity of a newly installed box, just ten minutes from Snelling’s residence, emphasizing its potential to have saved the infant. Snelling admitted to giving birth and…

The Bombay High Court has ordered the immediate removal of AI-generated deepfake videos featuring Akshay Kumar as Maharshi Valmiki, deeming them ‘truly alarming.’ Justice Arif Doctor emphasized the urgent need to clamp down on such sophisticated and deceptive content, citing grave threats to the actor, his family, and public order.

The Montreal Canadiens are exploring a trade with the Chicago Blackhawks to move Carey Price’s contract. Chicago would acquire Price, Montreal’s 2026 and 2027 first-round picks. In return, Montreal would receive Laurent Brossoit, Lukas Reichel, and three second-round picks, addressing their goaltending depth and adding a young forward while sacrificing future draft capital.

The Chhattisgarh High Court has suspended an order from the Block Education Officer (BEO) of Pandariya, Kabeerdham district, which sought to recover incremental pay scale amounts from headmaster Sanjay Kumar Chandravanshi. Chandravanshi had been receiving the increment since January 2021, following a previous High Court directive, before the BEO’s recovery order in May 2025.

Around 100 women weavers in Cachar district are set to benefit from Geographical Indication (GI) registration for the Assamese gamosa. This initiative aims to empower rural artisans by connecting them to formal markets, offering marketing support, and welfare schemes. The move seeks to preserve traditional weaving practices while fostering economic stability and better livelihoods for…

Following heavy monsoon rains in Bhilwara district, a newly constructed bridge in the Kachhola area collapsed, disrupting daily life and access to essential services for villagers. Frustrated residents protested the bridge’s collapse by performing traditional Alghoza music and dance, demanding immediate reconstruction. The local MLA has instructed officials to repair damaged roads and bridges throughout…

‘No Entry 2’, starring Varun Dhawan and Arjun Kapoor in double roles, targets a Christmas 2026 release. Diljit Dosanjh exited due to scheduling conflicts. Producer Boney Kapoor confirmed the amicable split and hopes to work with Diljit soon. Currently, Diljit is busy with his Aura Tour and filming ‘Border 2’, releasing January 2026.

IIT Delhi has launched a 6-month online executive programme in AI in Healthcare, in partnership with TeamLease EdTech. Designed for professionals across medicine and technology, the course offers hands-on learning, real clinical datasets, and expert mentorship. Applications close on July 31, 2025, with classes starting November 1. Participants earn a certification from IIT Delhi’s CEP…