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The government is set to increase its stake in Vodafone Idea to 48.99% by acquiring shares worth Rs 36,950 crore in exchange for spectrum auction dues. This move, following a relief package introduced in 2022, aims to alleviate Vodafone Idea's financial distress and address the company's significant debts and AGR obligations.

KKR head coach Chandrakant Pandit is confident ahead of their IPL 2025 match against MI, acknowledging Mumbai’s strong bowling despite Bumrah’s absence. He praised Rahane’s leadership and de Kock’s performance, and confirmed Narine's recovery, promising a thrilling contest at Wankhede.

US President Trump has warned Iran of severe repercussions, including unprecedented bombings and economic pressure, if it fails to agree to a new nuclear deal. Amid escalating tensions and regional conflicts, Trump has set a two-month deadline for diplomatic success, highlighting serious geopolitical stakes.

Mitchell Starc's 5-35 paved the way for Delhi Capitals' seven-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad, who struggled despite Aniket Verma's 74. Faf du Plessis smashed a rapid fifty to lead the chase, ensuring DC remained unbeaten in IPL 2025. For SRH, uncapped batter Aniket Verma was the lone bright spot, producing a stunning 74 off 41 balls. He forged a crucial 77-run partnership off just 40 balls with Heinrich Klaasen (32), but the rest of the batting order failed to capitalize, once again struggling to put up a competitive total.

Elon Musk-owned X (formerly Twitter) faced significant technical issues, with over 7,100 user complaints. Approximately 39% reported app access problems, and many encountered an error message. Previously this month, a DDoS attack by Dark Storm, a Pro-Palestinian group, caused intermittent outages, with reports peaking at 40,000 affected users. Musk indicated substantial coordinated cyberattacks were responsible.

Congress's 'palayan roko, naukri do' yatra in Araria turned chaotic when Kanhaiya Kumar's security pushed party workers, causing some to fall. Kanhaiya left midway after a call from Rahul Gandhi. Local workers protested the security's actions, suggesting rivals might be trying to disrupt the yatra, which has received strong public support.

Rajasthan Royals head coach Rahul Dravid, despite being on a wheelchair due to a recent injury, remains dedicated to his team’s IPL 2025 campaign. Dravid continues to actively participate, inspecting pitches and motivating the team, who have yet to win a match in the ongoing tournament. Meanwhile, Chennai Super Kings skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad won the toss and opted to bowl against Rajasthan Royals.

Kolkata Knight Riders head coach Chandrakant Pandit confirms Sunil Narine’s return for the clash against Mumbai Indians after recovering from illness. Narine’s presence will enhance KKR's bowling attack and offers an additional batting option as they aim for their second consecutive win in the IPL season.

Eid is a significant celebration for Muslims worldwide, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. The article provides wishes, messages, and poems for Eid al-Fitr 2023. It emphasizes gratitude, charity, togetherness, and prayers, allowing families and friends to share their love and blessings.

Aniket Verma's explosive 74 off 41 balls powered Sunrisers Hyderabad against Delhi Capitals, lifting them from 37/4 to a competitive total. His innings featured 4 fours and 6 sixes, with a strike rate of 180.49. Verma’s aggressive play against top bowlers like Mitchell Starc provided SRH hope in a challenging match, demonstrating his value to the team.

Ghibli style art has surged on social media, with users turning personal photos into the beloved aesthetic of Hayao Miyazaki's films using Google Gemini's AI. The process involves uploading a photo, crafting detailed prompts, and refining the generated image. This trend blends cutting-edge technology with the whimsical charm of Studio Ghibli's dreamy visuals.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu asserts that military pressure is creating cracks in Hamas negotiations. Despite ongoing conflicts and rising casualties, Israel demands Hamas disarm and leave Gaza, aiming to implement the Trump plan, while international allies support the nation’s efforts.