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If the American republic is a reality show, then Donald Trump and Elon Musk were its breakout power couple. One sold steaks and slogans, the other sold flamethrowers and tunnels. For a moment, they were the tech-and-tantrum axis, the double helix of power and platform. But like all primetime pairings, their arc had a third-act twist—less redemption, more Game of Thrones firestorm.

The quarry owner denied reports of a blast

The Indian stock market recovered on Friday following the Reserve Bank of India's rate cut. The BSE Sensex rose by 480.52 points to reach 81,922.56. The Nifty50 also surpassed the 24,900 level. Market experts foresee consolidation with an upward trend. Global factors and US-India trade talks are influencing the market. FIIs increased their net short positions.

The arrests came hours after Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced at a press conference the suspension of city police commissioner B. Dayananda and directed police to arrest RCB and the KSCA for the stampede.

The Indian cricket team has departed for England to participate in a five-match Test series, marking the beginning of a new era following the retirement of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli from Test cricket. Shubman Gill will lead the team, which includes both seasoned players and fresh talent.

As the Trump-Musk bromance dissolves faster than a Tesla on Autopilot in Washington traffic, one man watches the fireworks from a safe, well-lit distance—sipping Perrier, adjusting his campaign blazer, and thanking his stars he got out early, having clearly absorbed Sun Tzu’s timeless wisdom: “The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without fighting.”—Vivek Ramaswamy.

Eid-ul-Adha 2025 is approaching, a time for families and communities to unite in celebration of sacrifice, compassion, and faith. Sending heartfelt wishes and messages strengthens bonds and spreads the spirit of the occasion. This collection of Eid Mubarak greetings offers ways to express love and blessings to family and friends, fostering joy and togetherness during this significant Islamic festival.

Reigning World Champion Gukesh is challenging World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen at the Norway Chess tournament. Carlsen, with 15 points, is closely trailed by Gukesh at 14.5. Following a loss to Gukesh, a frustrated Carlsen expressed his disillusionment with classical chess, even hinting at quitting. Despite a win against Caruana, Carlsen admits the tournament's enjoyment diminished after the Gukesh game.

On June 8, Paschim Banga Hindi Bhashi Samaj (West Bengal Hindi Speakers’ Society), will hold a screening of Ghatak’s film Subarnarekha

Following a tragic stampede at Chinnaswamy Stadium that resulted in 11 fatalities and 75 injuries during victory celebrations, Bengaluru police have arrested RCB's marketing head Nikhil Sosale and three executives from DNA Entertainment Networks. The arrests, directed by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, target those deemed responsible for the incident. Authorities are also searching for KSCA secretary Shankar A.

Shashi Tharoor said that US vice president JD Vance understands the impossibility of mediating between India and Pakistan, as it would imply an equivalence between a victim and a terrorist. Tharoor highlighted India's strong diplomatic outreach, noting more meetings at higher levels compared to the Pakistani delegation. He also emphasised the unity within India regarding the issue of terrorism.

What lies ahead for Ladakh’s demand for Statehood and autonomy?

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) has released hall tickets for the Combined Civil Services Group 1A preliminary examination, scheduled for June 15, 2025. Registered candidates can download their admit cards from the official website, tnpsc.gov.in, using their login credentials. The hall ticket is a mandatory document for entry to the examination center.

Stock market recommendations:Bajaj Broking Research suggests a continued consolidation phase for benchmark indices, highlighting resilience in mid and small-cap segments. Nifty oscillates within 24,400-25,080 range, while Bank Nifty consolidates between 53,500-56,000. Idea Forge Technology and Avantel are recommended as top stock picks.

The Los Angeles Lakers, having acquired Luka Doncic, are now facing speculation about a potential trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo. While some fans entertain the idea, analysts question the wisdom of trading the younger Doncic, emphasizing his long-term potential and Giannis's injury concerns. Ultimately, the Lakers' limited assets make a deal unlikely unless Giannis forces a trade.

The recent incident of two police personnel beating up three youth in Guntur’s Tenali in public to ‘teach them a lesson’ for allegedly attacking a constable in Andhra underscores the need to establish robust mechanisms of accountability to ensure all individuals in conflict with the law are treated justly and with dignity, writes P. Sujatha Varma

This is the biggest 24-hour jump in the State since the first case was reported from Visakhapatnam on May 20; active caseload now stands at 50