Gita Gopinath, the IMF’s First Deputy Managing Director, will depart at the end of August to return to Harvard University. Her exit, surprising to many, opens an opportunity for the U.S. Treasury to propose a successor amidst global trade dynamic shifts. Gopinath, the first female chief economist, joined the IMF in 2019 and was promoted…
Nikola Jokic’s family is facing controversy as his uncle, Sinisa Jokic, was arrested in Serbia amidst a corruption investigation. The arrest is linked to the Novi Sad railway station renovation where a canopy collapse resulted in 16 casualties. Sinisa Jokic, along with other officials, faces charges related to unjustified contract values and negligence.
Florida’s controversial immigration detention facility, “Alligator Alcatraz,” is set to close following a federal judge’s order, highlighting tensions between state and federal authorities. The facility, built rapidly in the Everglades, faced criticism over its remote location, alleged unsanitary conditions, and restricted access for families and lawyers.
Over 11,000 individuals, including BJP members, joined the Congress in Assam on Monday as part of a new initiative to welcome defectors ahead of the 2026 assembly elections. Assam PCC president Gaurav Gogoi highlighted public dissatisfaction with the BJP government and announced further joining events.
Sachin Sanghvi, part of the composer duo Sachin–Jigar, was arrested on allegations of sexual assault after promising a woman marriage and a music album role. Released on bail, the case is under court review. Advocate Nishant Johri urges sensitive media coverage as the investigation continues.
Somaiya Kala Vidya’s annual Kachchhi Virasat exhibition recently concluded at Cymroza Art Gallery, showcasing 30 artisan designers from Kutch and Bagalkote. The event blended heritage crafts like Ajrakh and Suf embroidery with contemporary design, marking the culmination of a year-long immersion. It empowered artisans to launch independent labels, ensuring traditional Indian crafts remain vibrant and…
Veteran actor Dharmendra was hospitalized for age-related health issues, prompting visits from friends and colleagues. His biography, ‘Hema Malini: Beyond the Dream Girl,’ highlights Hema’s bond with Dimple Kapadia, who, despite her own marital struggles, advised Hema against her relationship with the married Dharmendra. Despite Dimple’s prediction, Dharmendra and Hema eventually married.
False death rumors about former Saudi football star Fahad Al-Muwallad have circulated on social media, but his family has confirmed he is alive and in a year-long coma following a September 2024 fall from his Dubai apartment. Authorities are investigating the incident, and his family is appealing for prayers and respect during his prolonged recovery.
