Former India spinner Sunil Joshi is appointed as the new spin bowling coach at the BCCI Centre of Excellence, effective October 1. Bringing extensive coaching experience, he will collaborate with CoE Head VVS Laxman to identify, nurture, and groom spin talent across all age groups, including current Indian team members, replacing Sairaj Bahutale.
Sydney Sweeney, the ‘Euphoria’ star, reportedly celebrated her 28th birthday enjoying the company of producer Scooter Braun, sparking new romance rumours. Sources indicate Sweeney is “having fun” with Braun, who is described as “intriguing” and “obsessed” with her. This marks Braun’s first public relationship since his 2022 divorce, with the duo previously spotted at high-profile…
Actor Manish Chaudhari shared his unusual first meeting with Shah Rukh Khan on Aryan Khan’s debut show. Drenched in oil and wearing a short robe after a spa scene, Chaudhari was kindly embraced by SRK despite his awkward state. Their second encounter saw SRK humorously recalling the “practically naked” first meeting, creating unforgettable memories for…
The UAE has introduced AI-driven platforms, Massar Al Ghurair and the Emirati Smart Human Resource Platform, to accelerate Emiratization. These initiatives leverage AI for job-matching, skills mapping, and personalized training, connecting Emirati jobseekers with relevant opportunities. Their success in streamlining hiring and national workforce development will depend on robust data governance and avoiding algorithmic bias.
Dhanush’s highly anticipated film ‘Idli Kadai’ is set for an October 1st release, creating immense pre-release excitement. The actor’s recent family temple visit has further fueled buzz, with trade anticipating a strong box office opening.
A Kolkata pandal by Behala Club, inspired by Bijon Bhattacharya’s 1944 play Nabanna, confronts famine, State violence, and the Gaza genocide. Artist Pradip Das correlates these histories of hunger and violence through aural readings of Palestinian poetry and references to Bengal famine drawings, creating a stark, layered installation.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma issued lookout notices for North East India Festival organiser Shyamkanu Mahanta and Zubeen Garg’s manager Siddharth Sharma. They must appear in Guwahati by October 6 to provide statements regarding Garg’s death in Singapore, or face escalated police action. Mahanta’s accounts are frozen.
Prime Minister Modi laid the foundation stone for IIT Bhilai’s Phase B expansion and inaugurated Phase B for seven other IITs. This Rs 2,257.55 crore project will significantly expand infrastructure, including a Research Park, enhancing teaching, research, and industry collaboration. Expected to finish by October 2028, it will bolster the institute’s role in technological development.
Final year BSc Agriculture students from BHU’s Rajiv Gandhi South Campus organized a farmers’ seminar in Mirzapur. They educated farmers on scientific farming, supplementary enterprises like beekeeping, and government schemes. Experts provided guidance on soil health, pest management, and animal care, benefiting around 100 participants from Shivgarh and nearby villages.
