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Deepika Kumari, India's celebrated archer, secured her 18th World Cup medal, fueled by her Olympic aspirations. Despite past heartbreaks, she remains determined, focusing on rebuilding her fundamentals with a new coach and support. Kumari acknowledges the challenges in Indian archery, including high expectations and equipment costs, while looking forward to the LA 2028 Olympics and the inclusion of compound archery.

A Bengaluru court has remanded four individuals, including RCB's Head of Marketing, to 14-day judicial custody following the deadly stampede outside Chinnaswamy Stadium that resulted in 11 fatalities.

Uddhav Thackeray has left the decision of a potential alliance between Shiv Sena (UBT) and Raj Thackeray's MNS to the people of Maharashtra. This comes amid discussions of a possible reunion between the estranged cousins' parties.

President Trump dismissed interest in speaking with Elon Musk after their public dispute.

Vikram Singh, a disabled cricketer, tragically died on the Chhattisgarh Express en route to a tournament after experiencing severe pain. Despite urgent calls for medical assistance, help failed to arrive in time, leading to his death before reaching Mathura station. The incident has sparked outrage and raised serious questions about the Indian Railways' emergency medical response capabilities for disabled passengers.

Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis is developing an AI-powered email system to alleviate the burden of inbox management. Hassabis expressed his desire to eliminate emails, even at a high cost, and his team is actively creating a tool that sorts, replies, and ensures important messages are addressed.

The Karnataka High Court has restrained the state government from taking coercive action against KSCA officials, following an FIR filed in connection with the Chinnaswamy Stadium stampede. Justice SR Krishna Kumar's order mandates cooperation with the ongoing investigation and restricts travel outside the court's jurisdiction. The FIR, registered by Bengaluru Police, also names RCB and DNA entertainment private limited.

Veteran NFL player Aaron Rodgers is set to join the Pittsburgh Steelers for the upcoming season, following his departure from the New York Jets. NFL insider Gerry Dulac revealed that Rodgers' contract is a one-year deal for less than $20 million. Rodgers also recently discussed his strained relationship with his father on a podcast.

Trump, fresh off a fiscal sobriety bender and looking for budgetary scapegoats, has a new mantra: “No woke space toys on my dime.” He’s already floated cutting $3 billion worth of contracts to Musk’s empire. That’s not just pruning—it's taking a chainsaw to the money tree. Tesla loses its tax credits. Starlink gets kicked out of the Pentagon's good books. SpaceX is told to sit in the corner while Blue Origin waves from the Oval Office with a smug Bezos smirk. This isn’t just defunding—this is strategic neutering.

Following the Bengaluru stampede that tragically killed 11 people, BJP MP Tejasvi Surya sarcastically targeted the Karnataka government, led by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. He mockingly credited them for Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) anticipated IPL victory.

Following Punjab Kings' defeat in the IPL final, co-owner Preity Zinta addressed fans. She praised the team's resilience and the performance of young Indian players. Zinta acknowledged the season's challenges, including injuries and relocations. She thanked the 'Sher Squad' for their support. Zinta promised a stronger comeback in the next IPL season.

Following the tragic stampede at Royal Challengers Bengaluru's victory parade, which resulted in 11 deaths and 75 injuries, Diageo, RCB's parent company, has remained silent. On the ground, Bengaluru Police have arrested RCB's marketing head and three others while the government have started an investigation led by a former Karnataka High Court judge.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of having a habit of surrendering, citing US President Donald Trump's claims of brokering peace between India and Pakistan. Gandhi reiterated his commitment to a caste census and removing the 50% cap on reservation, promising to initiate it from Bihar if his party forms the government.

Eid-ul-Adha, or Bakrid, commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's devotion and is celebrated globally with prayers, feasts, and charity. The festival emphasizes sharing love and blessings through heartfelt messages. The article provides a collection of Eid Mubarak wishes, quotes, and greetings suitable for family, friends, and colleagues, aiming to enhance the spirit of unity and joy during this sacred occasion.

Billionaire Harsh Goenka humorously commented on the escalating feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, highlighting their strained relationship. Musk criticized Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" as a "disgusting abomination," warning against potential American bankruptcy due to federal overspending.