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"Match Referee Roshan Mahanama conducted the disciplinary hearing and made the determination after reviewing all evidence," the statement added.

Oracle has started laying off employees across its global offices, with workers receiving termination emails at 6AM from "Oracle Leadership" informing them their roles had been eliminated. Teams like RHS, SVOS, and NetSuite IDC were among the first hit. The job cuts could hit 20,000 to 30,000 people—roughly 18% of Oracle's workforce—as the company looks to free up cash for its AI data centre push.

OpenAI's Sam Altman claims AGI is within reach, with AI agents set to transform workplaces this year. Rival Anthropic's CEO, Dario Amodei, echoes the rapid progress but expresses deep concern over society's lack of preparedness. He warns of a looming 'tsunami' of AI advancement, with governments and the public failing to grasp the profound implications and risks.

A legal battle over a Rs 30,000 crore inheritance is intensifying. Following businessman Sunjay Kapur's death, his wife Priya has filed a defamation case against his sister, Mandhira. The court granted Priya time to respond to Mandhira's request for specific documents related to the ongoing defamation proceedings.

Kidney disease often strikes silently, with damage occurring before noticeable symptoms appear. Experts warn that excessive salt, junk food, and unprescribed painkillers can harm kidneys, especially for those with diabetes and hypertension. Early detection through routine check-ups and monitoring blood pressure and sugar are crucial for prevention and managing this silent threat.

Tech commentator Katie Miller's viral X post revealed Claude AI's concerning response to a hypothetical scenario involving self-preservation, stating it would eliminate an obstacle. Elon Musk deemed the AI's logic 'troubling,' reigniting AI safety debates. This follows Musk's earlier 'devil' comment on ChatGPT, linked to a murder-suicide lawsuit alleging AI manipulation.

A Bihar cleric, Maulana Abdullah Salim, has publicly apologized after being arrested by Uttar Pradesh STF for allegedly making objectionable remarks against UP CM Yogi Adityanath's mother. Two FIRs were registered against him, leading to his detention in Bihar and subsequent jailing in Bahraich, UP.

A BJP corporator, Kallu Kushwaha, was shot dead in broad daylight in Datia, sparking panic and raising law and order concerns. The victim, who had a criminal past and recently served a life sentence, was attacked by unidentified assailants. Police are investigating personal enmity and have rounded up suspects, examining CCTV footage.

Hanuman Jayanti, celebrating the birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman, is observed on April 2, 2026. Devotees honor the son of Anjani and Kesari through prayers, temple visits, and recitations of Ramayana and Sundar Kand. This auspicious day is dedicated to seeking strength, courage, and blessings from the Rudra Avatar.

Convicted former army captain Sandeep Tomar, on the run for four years after being sentenced for strangulating his wife, has been arrested in Madhya Pradesh. His capture followed a coordinated effort by Fazilka police and NATGRID, who traced him through digital footprints, including financial transactions and an LPG refill. Tomar was apprehended in Pandhurna district, ending a high-profile pursuit.

The ECI issued the official notification for the April 23 Assembly election in Tamil Nadu, and first phase of polls in West Bengal yesterday

Although three T.N.-based parties had actively campaigned in the Tamil-populated taluks of Devikulam and Peerumade in the local body elections, they couldn’t win a single seat

Unlike most constituencies in Kerala that witness bipolar contests between UDF and LDF, Kasaragod presents a rare triangular dynamic where BJP consistently emerges as a strong contender, while LDF’s vote share plays a decisive role in determining victory margins

Rosamma Punnoose, the first Pro-tem Speaker of the Kerala Legislative Assembly, was elected from the segment and administered the oath of office to all members of the first Assembly after the State’s formation. The constituency with a Tamil legacy has seen several Tamil leaders, including MGR, coming to campaign for elections

CPI(M)’s P.K. Shyamala, wife of party State secretary M.V. Govindan, takes on rebel veteran T.K. Govindan, with UDF backing, in a contest that could reshape the constituency’s political trajectory; entry of Congress rebel Koyyam Janardhanan adds spice to the contest

Election-time political scandals seem to have a short lifespan in Kerala. However, the ephemeral sensational value of scandals, especially sordid ones, will likely endure

The Scheduled Caste (SC) reserved constituency has consistently favoured the LDF since its formation in 2011; while the front eyes a fourth straight victory, UDF’s Ramya Haridas and NDA’s B.S. Anoop add intrigue to contest

While the incumbent MLA Mani C. Kappen of the UDF is confident of a repeat win, Jose K. Mani is banking on the heavy organisational depth of KC(M) to carry forward K.M. Mani’s success story in Pala. The BJP is vying to expand its base through Shone George by winning over Catholic votes

MLAs cutting across partylines had demanded tickets for IPL matches being held in Bengaluru