Union defence minister Rajnath Singh cites power rivalry in Indian Ocean region

Cheteshwar Pujara, a pivotal figure in Indian cricket, announced his retirement from all formats at age 37, reflecting on the pride of representing India since his Test debut in 2010. Over his career, Pujara played 103 Tests, amassing 7,195 runs with 19 centuries, and his legacy as a resilient and technically skilled batsman will inspire future generations. Want More Context? 🔎

South Africa's young cricket star Dewald Brevis shared a touching story about his first encounter with his idol, AB de Villiers, where he was too nervous to ask for a photo until de Villiers' wife prompted the moment. This initial meeting led to a mentor-mentee relationship as they stayed in touch during lockdown, helping shape Brevis's cricket journey. Want More Context? 🔎

In Uttarakhand, devastating monsoon conditions have left many government schools in disrepair, forcing children to study in unsafe environments. Despite the allocation of Rs 20 crore for repairs, officials acknowledge that the estimated cost exceeds Rs 72 crore, with urgent action needed as schools continue to face collapse and flooding, jeopardizing student safety. Want More Context? 🔎

In Bihar, voters like Diwakar Sharma are racing against a September 1 deadline to restore their names on electoral rolls after the Supreme Court allowed submissions of Aadhaar and other documents for those struck off during the SIR. Confusion and urgency prevail as booth-level officers await formal instructions, while many voters face challenges due to limited internet access and political apathy amid significant deletions from the rolls. Want More Context? 🔎

Meghan Markle's anticipated Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, faced overshadowing from Taylor Swift's surprise album announcement, leading to Markle's frustration over what she perceives as a "hijacked" moment. While Markle's trailer received lukewarm responses, Swift continues to dominate media conversations, emphasizing the challenges of competing with her cultural influence. Want More Context? 🔎

Elon Musk is inviting engineers to join his AI company, xAI, to develop a new software venture called "Macrohard," aimed at competing with Microsoft. He believes that since software companies don't produce physical hardware, they can be simulated entirely with AI, and plans to leverage xAI's resources, including its supercomputer and GPUs, to create competitive software products. Want More Context? 🔎