Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that the state will offer student athletes 25% attendance concession and 10 grace marks in schools and colleges. This move aims to reduce academic stress and boost participation in sports. He also highlighted the funding for medalists and the state's ongoing support for sports at the Karnataka Olympic Association awards ceremony.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) made big moves during the IPL 2025 auction, picking up top international players like Josh Hazlewood, Phil Salt, and Liam Livingstone. They also kept key players like Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar. With ₹30.65 crore left, RCB is ready to add more players on Day 2 of the auction, which has 577 players up for grabs.
A huge crowd of Army hopefuls camped in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand, for the Territorial Army recruitment. Thousands struggled with accommodation and transport issues, with some paying high fares. The administration denied the complaints, saying they had made enough arrangements, including food, transport, and places to stay in local schools. Even with these challenges, over 18,000 candidates showed up for just 133 available positions, which led to police stepping in due to the overcrowding.
The Hosteller has raised ₹48 crore in a Series A funding round led by V3 Ventures. The company will use the funds to expand its presence across India. It plans to grow from 2,500 to 10,000 beds by 2026, focusing on new markets and strengthening its presence in major cities.
Kanchan Ugursandi, a 32-year-old woman from Jharkhand, has made history as the first biker to reach Lipulekh Pass, standing at 17,500 feet. Her trip, part of the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage route, was full of challenges. Kanchan wants to inspire women and support Indian soldiers through her adventures.
Former cricketer Ajay Jadeja is set to take the throne as the next Jamsaheb of Nawanagar, which we now know as Jamnagar, a historic princely state in Gujarat. This move ties him to a legendary cricket legacy, given his family’s impressive links to the Ranji and Duleep Trophies.
Ratan Tata, a guy who totally loves flying and is a licensed pilot, had a scary near-death experience back in college when his Tri-Pacer aircraft's engine failed. Fast forward a few years, and at 69, he finally got to pilot an F-16, making him the oldest Indian to do it.
Two foreign women mountaineers were rescued after being stranded for three days on the Chaukhamba III peak in Uttarakhand. Michelle Dvorak and Fav Manners were airlifted to safety following a coordinated search operation involving helicopters and trained rescue personnel.
Things are heating up in the Israel conflict, and it's got everyone wondering how it affects India. This whole situation is changing fast, so it's something the government and we citizens need to keep an eye on.
Two women officers from the Indian Navy, Lt. Commander Dilna K. and Lt. Commander Roopa A., kicked off an epic global sailing trip from Goa on October 2, 2024. They’re set to sail 21,600 nautical miles over eight months, showing off their skills and bravery as they tackle some tough waters.