Big bucks spent, big names picked: HIL 2026 auctions set the stage for thrilling season

The Hockey India League (HIL) 2026 mini-auctions concluded with franchises investing heavily in both international stars and promising Indian juniors. Australian midfielder Liam Henderson and Argentine defender Agustina Gorzelany emerged as the top buys in the men’s and women’s categories, respectively. Teams strategically balanced experience with youth, securing talent across all positions to create competitive…

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‘Ban superintelligence’: Calls grow over risks of AI; Harry, Meghan sign letter

An unusual coalition, including Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, Steve Bannon, and Glenn Beck, has joined forces to demand a ban on “superintelligent” AI development. They fear this advanced AI could threaten humanity’s future, citing risks from economic obsolescence to potential extinction. The call, organized by the Future of Life Institute, targets tech giants like Google…

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We have worked hard for it: Indian-origin student’s viral moment with JD Vance reignites debate over who the American dream is really for

An Indian-origin student’s question to VP JD Vance at a Turning Point USA event highlighted the frustration of international students facing difficulties staying in the US after graduation. Her query about the contradiction between attracting talent and raising immigration walls sparked a national debate on the country’s evolving stance and the future of the American…

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‘The song is melodious and patriotic’: After DK Shivakumar, his aide HD Ranganath sings RSS anthem; opposes BJP’s ‘divisive politics’

Kunigal Congress MLA HD Ranganath clarified that his recitation of the RSS anthem was not an endorsement of the organization or BJP. He stated it was a show of support for Deputy CM DK Shivakumar’s appreciation of patriotic values while opposing divisive politics. Ranganath reiterated his allegiance to Congress, emphasizing the party’s opposition to communal…

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Munger resident wins national award for water conservation

Munger’s Kishore Jaiswal, a water conservation activist, has been honored by the Ministry of Jal Shakti for his two decades of work in Bihar’s water-stressed regions. His community-driven initiatives, focusing on integrated water resource management and watershed development, have significantly boosted water literacy and agricultural productivity, contributing to a ‘Jal Samridh Bharat’.

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