Afghanistan A secured a surprising four-run victory over India A in a rain-affected tri-series match, successfully chasing a revised target of 294 in 38 overs. Despite India A posting a strong 349/9, Afghanistan A stayed ahead of the DLS par score when play was halted, clinching a memorable win.
The US government is consolidating over 100 HR systems into one platform. Oracle secured a 10-year contract worth nearly $400 million to build this new system. The platform will manage core HR functions, payroll, benefits, and analytics for over two million federal employees. This move aims to standardize employee management across agencies.
Palantir CEO Alex Karp cautions tech leaders against publicizing AI-driven job cuts, warning it could provoke backlash from employees, voters, and policymakers. He suggests such pronouncements risk fueling opposition and strengthening calls for tech regulation. Karp himself acknowledges Palantir uses AI for efficiency but plans to boost revenue without significant workforce expansion.
Anvay Dravid, son of former India captain Rahul Dravid, has been selected for the India Under-19 squad touring Sri Lanka. The BCCI announced the squads on Thursday, with Anvay named as one of the wicketkeepers for the one-day matches. This selection follows his impressive performance in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy.
Trinamool Congress leader Jahangir Khan, also known as ‘Pushpa’, was paraded through Falta by police following his arrest near the India-Nepal border. Khan, who unsuccessfully contested the Falta assembly seat, was remanded to five days police custody in connection with seven extortion and other charges.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei dedicates nearly half his time to nurturing company culture, prioritizing employee alignment and trust over technical development. He emphasizes candid communication through biweekly "Dario Vision Quest" meetings and an active Slack channel, fostering an environment of unfiltered truth as the AI startup navigates rapid growth and competitive pressures.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to kick off today. The former United States soccer star Landon Donovan believes the tournament could leave a lasting impact on the sport in the country. As the United States hosts matches alongside Canada and Mexico, Donovan expects millions of young fans to be inspired by the event. He feels the excitement generated by the competition could encourage a new generation of children to take up soccer and dream of playing at the highest level.
Violent clashes erupted in Belfast for a second consecutive night as masked rioters attacked police with projectiles, prompting authorities to deploy additional officers and water cannon.
Two Indian sailors have died and a chief engineer is missing after a commercial vessel, MT Settebello, was attacked near the Strait of Hormuz. While 21 of the 24 Indian crew members were rescued, the incident raises serious concerns for seafarers in the volatile Gulf region. India has formally protested the attack, emphasizing the need to protect maritime workers.
In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, military operations between the United States and Iran have flared anew, with U.S. forces targeting pivotal Iranian infrastructure across the Middle East.
Six Naga villagers, abducted four weeks ago by Kuki groups, were found dead in Kangpokpi district, Manipur. This discovery has reignited ethnic tensions, prompting a 24-hour shutdown call by the United Naga Council. The UNC demands justice, including abrogating pacts with Kuki militants and declaring KNF-P a terrorist outfit.
