Times of India

As Ahmedabad builds its case to host the 2036 Olympics, it faces competition from cities and countries with different advantages. From Munich’s existing venues and Qatar’s event-ready infrastructure to South Korea’s regional model, South Africa’s continental ambition, Istanbul’s Olympic experience and Hungary’s low-construction approach, each offers challenge, and lessons, for India.

A tidy and hygienic kitchen is vital for preventing cockroach invasions. Using everyday ingredients like bay leaves and garlic powder can act as natural repellents. Cleaning with soapy water on a consistent basis helps eliminate food scraps that attract these pests. Additionally, storing food in sealed containers further reduces their interest. In cases of heavy infestations, seeking help from pest control experts could provide a more effective long-term fix.

England batter Ollie Pope has withdrawn from the Afghanistan Premier League draft amid concerns over the Taliban’s treatment of women and girls. England cricket director Rob Key said participation was a personal moral decision, despite the ECB’s refusal to arrange bilateral series with Afghanistan. Former England batter Dawid Malan remains in the draft, highlighting the conflict between ethical concerns and players’ livelihoods.

At first, Kash Raju dismissed his worsening health as the result of stress and a busy family routine. However, persistent headaches and dizziness led him to seek medical assistance, where a CT scan disclosed a diagnosis of grade 4 astrocytoma, an aggressive brain cancer. He promptly had emergency surgery and began NHS treatment, with a prognosis suggesting he may have only 12 to 18 months left.

Tech giants and startups face an unprecedented shortage of computing power, causing internal strife over resources, particularly within Google and its competitors. Collaborative efforts have sprung up, such as the partnership between Anthropic and Elon Musk's xAI, aiming to enhance computing capabilities. As the quest for computational resources intensifies, the rental costs of advanced technology, like the Nvidia H100 chips, have soared, prompting firms to explore alternative global suppliers.

The Cockroach Janta Party recently approached the Delhi Police to organize a protest addressing issues with the electoral roll. In a surprising move, the police removed Jantar Mantar from the list of protest sites, leading to frustration within the party. This resulted in heightened security measures and barricades throughout Delhi, significantly impacting daily activities.

On Monday evening, Panama was shaken by a 6.1 magnitude earthquake, closely following a more powerful 7.7 quake that had already wreaked havoc. Homes, roads, and public infrastructure suffered severe damage, especially in Coclé province and Panama City. In response, the government declared a state of emergency to manage relief efforts, while the US Embassy alerted nations across Central and South America about possible aftershocks and tsunami risks.