Times of India

A consumer commission ordered a Jaipur resort to refund Rs 8.5 lakh for a cancelled wedding. The resort could not keep the entire Rs 10 lakh advance payment. The commission found the resort failed to prove actual losses from the cancellation. It allowed the resort to retain Rs 1.5 lakh for booking expenses. The order directed the refund within forty-five days.

Microsoft is hiring a principal legal engineer to build AI agents and train its lawyers to use them, with base pay running from $147,000 to $278,900 a year. The LinkedIn listing, first reported by Business Insider, asks for a practising attorney with seven years of experience and hands-on knowledge of AI legal tools like Harvey or Copilot. Palantir posted a similar role just last month.

The United States deported twenty non-Liberian nationals to Liberia. This marks a significant expansion of the US third-country deportation program. Liberia agreed to accept up to twelve hundred individuals under this humanitarian arrangement. The agreement allows deportees to seek asylum within Liberia if they wish. This policy aims to manage immigration and strengthen border security.

US officials assert that oil is moving through the Strait of Hormuz at a pace far exceeding market projections. External data indicates a drop in oil tanker activity and a decline in global stockpiles. This divergence raises questions about the true amount of crude oil flowing into worldwide markets. Additionally, shadow fleets attempting to mask their locations complicate monitoring efforts, leading to potential volatility in oil prices and supply predictions.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are contemplating selling their lavish Montecito mansion as the financial burden of over $600,000 annually in mortgage and property taxes weighs heavily. Initially purchased for $14.65 million, the estate is generating buzz among brokers, with potential sale prices estimated between $55 million and $65 million. A final decision may follow their relocation to the UK.

In a significant move towards resolving land disputes, India and Nepal will utilize drones to meticulously map border encroachments in the Dasgaja regions. This collaborative effort will provide a verified technical account of disputed areas, facilitating future discussions on land restoration and compensation. By addressing cross-border land occupation, the initiative aims to mitigate long-standing issues and deter minor conflicts from escalating.

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The BPL began in 2012 and is Bangladesh’s biggest domestic cricket tournament. However, it has struggled to match the success of other franchise leagues such as IPL.

Two international visitors took to Instagram to share their delightful experiences with the Delhi Metro, praising its cleanliness and impressive security measures at various stations. They particularly adored the women-only coach, finding it a comforting choice, especially during peak hours. Their posts ignited conversations around safety and amenities in public transportation, highlighting the importance of such features in enhancing traveler comfort.

Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jordan Cox and Dan Lawrence all scored half-centuries after England resumed from 112/2. Rain delayed the start of play by nearly four hours, but England's batters made the most of the time available.

Sandeep Reddy Vanga's brother has revived controversy regarding Deepika Padukone's exit from 'Spirit'. He cited remuneration and scheduling as primary reasons for her departure from the film. Padukone reportedly demanded ten percent of the film's profit, which was deemed unfeasible. Discussions about the story and character were also allegedly leaked by the actress. The makers claimed they were willing to pay more but economics did not align.

A 16-year-old boy allegedly driving a car with liquor ran over two women pedestrians. One woman died from her injuries while the other sustained serious harm. The vehicle's owner and registered driver were also booked by the police. The deceased woman's husband alleged common issues of illegal liquor transport and underage driving. Locals gathered demanding strict action against those responsible for the incident.

A crane from an MMRDA work site fell onto railway equipment early Friday. Ten people sustained injuries in the incident near Qureshi Nagar in Kurla. The overhead equipment on the Kurla-Trombay section was damaged by the falling crane. Train movement was not affected as the section primarily handles goods traffic. Central Railway stated MMRDA is responsible for the crane collapse.

A 25-year-old airhostess was allegedly raped by a man posing as transgender. The accused entered her flat on the pretext of using black magic for her husband. Police arrested the 28-year-old accused within four hours of the FIR being registered. His movements were traced using footage from over one hundred CCTV cameras. The accused faces charges including rape and criminal intimidation.

The United States is preparing unprecedented sanctions against Iran. These measures aim to increase economic pressure on Tehran significantly. Washington also seeks cooperation from China regarding Iranian oil trade. China rejects sanctions and advocates for diplomatic solutions to the conflict. The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical point in this ongoing dispute.