Lakers star Luka Doncic is out tonight against the Trail Blazers due to a finger sprain and leg contusion. He joins LeBron James on the sidelines, impacting the team’s depth. Austin Reaves and Marcus Smart are set to step up offensively. Coach Redick calls the absences precautionary, with a return expected soon.
Over 330 pregnant women in Ganjam and Gajapati districts were moved to hospitals and transit homes ahead of Cyclone Montha’s potential landfall. As of Monday evening, 88 women had delivered safely. Health officials prioritized these expectant mothers, ensuring their well-being and smooth deliveries during the impending heavy rains.
Chicago Bears rookie Rome Odunze’s girlfriend faced online criticism after a viral tweet. Fans quickly rallied to defend her, calling the criticism unfair. The incident shows a growing pushback against shallow online judgments, especially towards women in sports. Alannah Davidson, Odunze’s girlfriend, met him at college and maintains a low online profile.
Goa’s lower-order batsmen Arjun Tendulkar and Mohit Redkar displayed resilience, forging an unbeaten 56-run partnership for the seventh wicket. Their stand halted Karnataka’s bowlers’ progress on a weather-affected Day 3, with Goa reaching 171/6 in response to Karnataka’s 371.
Taxpayers facing refund delays due to TDS mismatches in Form 26AS have a reason to cheer. A recent Allahabad High Court ruling mandates tax authorities to accept taxpayer-provided TDS documentation, like Form 16A, for verification. This decision prevents Assessing Officers from arbitrarily withholding legitimate refunds, shifting the verification burden to them.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stressed the need for India to remain prepared for war-like situations, citing the recent four-day conflict with Pakistan as a stark reminder. He highlighted the success of indigenous defence systems during Operation Sindoor and urged continued introspection and innovation to strengthen national security.
Jennifer Aniston’s protein-packed breakfast hack, involving whisking egg whites into oatmeal for a fluffy texture, is gaining traction. This simple trick, along with other easy ideas like milk-powered oats, nut-butter toast, savory oat bowls, Greek yogurt parfaits, and egg wraps, offers delicious ways to boost morning protein intake for sustained energy and fullness.
High Commissioner Vikram Doraiswami extended a warm welcome to thousands of Indian students arriving in the UK for their studies. He assured them of support from the High Commission and its consulates, announcing special registration drives in October 2025 to assist with banking, remittances, and community connections.
A Russian livestreamer, Stas Reeflay, tragically forced his girlfriend onto a freezing balcony during a live broadcast for viewer donations. Despite her lifeless state upon being brought inside, he continued streaming for hours. Valentina Grigoryeva’s death from head injuries and cold exposure sparked outrage and a debate on the dangers of paid online abuse.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced a proposal to rename Mustafabad village in Lakhimpur Kheri district to Kabirdham. This move aims to honor the 15th-century saint and poet Sant Kabir. The government is reviving sites of religious and cultural significance. This initiative aligns with previous name changes like Faizabad to Ayodhya and Allahabad…
