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The Indian Parliament’s recent approval of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, has prompted the BCCI to review its sponsorship arrangement with Dream11. The BCCI Secretary, Devajit Saikia, confirmed the board’s intention to comply with the new laws. He acknowledged the need to analyze the bill’s effect on partnerships like the one with Dream11. The BCCI has a history of aligning with government regulations, demonstrated by its past avoidance of advertising alcohol and tobacco due to related bans. Saikia affirmed that the BCCI will not pursue any ventures if they are against the law. Dream11, the existing…

Mercedes-Benz is in advanced talks with BMW concerning an engine-sharing initiative, which could see BMW’s 2.0-liter B48 four-cylinder petrol engine powering upcoming Mercedes SUVs and cars. This development is a result of Mercedes adjusting its internal combustion engine (ICE) plans, prompted by shifts in technology adoption. The partnership is seen as a strategic move, enabling Mercedes to access a Euro 7-compliant engine and expand its plug-in hybrid (PHEV) vehicle range, thus reducing the need for extensive internal investments. Mercedes recently introduced a new 1.5-liter M252 four-cylinder engine in its CLA lineup, which is optimized for mild-hybrid applications but not for…

A recent incident in Bhagalpur, Bihar, has highlighted the case of two women who came from Pakistan in 1956 and have since obtained voter ID cards. This has raised questions about the integrity of the electoral rolls and the process of verifying voter identities. The District Magistrate has ordered the removal of their names from the voter list following verification. Due to their advanced age, communication with the women is proving difficult. The incident occurred during a voter list revision campaign in Bihar. The central government’s Ministry of Home Affairs is investigating foreigners who may have overstayed their visas. The…

Jharkhand authorities have exposed a major cyber fraud operation, revealing a complex scheme that defrauded investors of approximately ₹30 crore. The investigation, led by the Cyber Police under the Jharkhand CID, resulted in the arrest of seven individuals involved in the fraudulent activities. The criminals used a network of 15,000 mule bank accounts to facilitate their illicit transactions. The arrested individuals are accused of using mule accounts to launder money obtained through cyber fraud, with the funds disguised as investments. The raids, carried out in six districts across Jharkhand, led to the seizure of multiple items including mobile phones, SIM…

In a recent decision, the Supreme Court has addressed multiple petitions related to its earlier directives on stray dogs in the Delhi-NCR area. The court has suspended its previous order from August 11. Under the new stipulations, the capture of stray dogs is permitted, but the dogs must be released after they are sterilized. The court has clarified that this release applies specifically to stray dogs that are not rabid and do not display aggressive behavior. The original order, which required the relocation of stray dogs, had led to considerable public protest across various regions, including the national capital.

At a UN Security Council meeting, Pakistan’s representative, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, raised concerns about the selective targeting of Muslims in the context of global terrorism. He stated that the lack of non-Muslims on the list of global terrorists raises serious questions. He accused the world of overlooking non-Muslim extremists who also promote terror and extremism while focusing on Muslims. He believes this approach is unfair and weakens the global effort against terrorism.

Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai of Chhattisgarh first visited the historic Asakusa Temple in Tokyo, the capital of Japan, after reaching Japan. This is the oldest and most prestigious temple in Tokyo, considered a symbol of peace and strength. Chief Minister Shri Sai offered prayers at the temple, wishing for the happiness, prosperity, and continuous progress of the 3 crore people of Chhattisgarh. He said that this temple gives a message of peace and strength to humanity, and this sentiment also reflects in the aspirations of the people of Chhattisgarh. It is noteworthy that a high-level delegation from Chhattisgarh, led…

The forthcoming season of Bigg Boss 19 is attracting considerable attention, with Salman Khan confirmed as the host. Rumors suggest a potential wildcard entry from WWE icon The Undertaker. His involvement could span approximately one week, possibly in November. Additionally, boxing legend Mike Tyson is also in talks for a brief appearance in October. These developments, while not yet confirmed, have created significant anticipation. The rumored contestant lineup includes Gaurav Khanna, Ashnoor Kaur, Awez Darbar, Nagma Mirajkar, Hunar Hali Gandhi, Siwet Tomar, Payal Gaming, Dheeraj Dhoopar, Dhanashree Verma, Apoorva Mukhija (The Rebel Kid), Sreerama Chandra and Kirak Khaala. The premiere…

Test your crossword skills with today’s NYT Mini Crossword! This article presents the clues and answers for August 22, 2025. The NYT Mini Crossword is a popular, fast-paced version of the classic New York Times crossword puzzle, appearing daily in many newspapers and online. The difficulty generally increases through the week, with the easiest puzzles on Mondays and the most challenging on Saturdays. The NYT Mini Crossword provides a daily dose of fun. This smaller version of the NYT Crossword is readily accessible to anyone with a New York Times account. The daily crossword, edited by Joel Fagliano, is usually…

In a surprising move, Gouher Sultana, an experienced player for the Indian women’s cricket team, has retired from international cricket. This announcement comes before the start of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, which is scheduled to begin on September 30th. Sultana, who has played several crucial matches for India, has chosen to end her international career, despite not being part of the team for the last eleven years, with her last match being in 2014. Sultana’s ODI debut was against Pakistan in May 2008. During her career, she took 66 wickets in 50 ODI matches, maintaining an average…