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ABCL net rises 2.6% to Rs 675 crore on lending growth

Cristiano Ronaldo faces a potential three-week wait for a FIFA ban verdict after his red card against Ireland. He could miss two or three games, impacting his 2026 World Cup preparations. FIFA rules mandate at least a two-game suspension for serious foul play or three for violent conduct, with bans served in competitive matches.

Mark Zuckerberg’s net worth plummeted by $29.2 billion, dropping him to fifth on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. This significant loss was triggered by Meta’s substantial planned capital expenditures for AI infrastructure, including data center expansion. Investors expressed concern over the company’s aggressive spending strategy and a $30 billion debt issuance.

Nalin Haley, son of Nikki Haley, clashed with journalist Mehdi Hasan on immigration as Nalin called for Mehdi Hasan’s denaturalization and Hasan reminded Nalin that his grandfather was also an immigrant to the US from India. Nalin suggested that his grandfather never complained about the US, unlike Mehdi Hasan and other ungrateful immigrants, when Hasan…

Jasprit Bumrah’s pinpoint yorker flattened Haris Rauf’s stumps in the Asia Cup 2025 final, followed by a viral jet celebration that electrified Dubai. This playful yet clinical act underscored India’s commanding performance, restricting Pakistan to 144/9. Bumrah’s memorable moment, combining a fiery delivery with a cheeky mimicry, perfectly encapsulated India’s dominance and confidence in their…

Shoaib Akhtar has criticized Mike Hesson’s appointment as Pakistan’s head coach after their dismal batting performance against West Indies. Akhtar questioned Hesson’s ODI credentials and blamed poor policies for exposing players on seaming tracks. He also urged Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan to take more responsibility in finishing games, emphasizing the need for acceleration after…

The 71st National Film Awards sparked controversy as ‘The Kerala Story’ secured awards for Best Director and Cinematography. Jury member Pradeep Nair strongly opposed the decision, labeling the film as propaganda that unfairly portrays Kerala. Despite his objections, other jury members felt the film addressed a relevant social issue.

Japanese developer Pocketpair will not fund game projects utilizing generative AI, despite launching a publishing division to support other studios. Communications director John Buckley stated the company “doesn’t believe” in the technology, anticipating a rise in low-quality AI-made games on platforms like Steam. He foresees a future market valuing authenticity as a counter-movement.