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Forgotten 1967 Rolex Daytona fetches CHF 1.14 million at Geneva auction

A rare 1967 Rolex Daytona Reference 6239, crafted in 18k yellow gold with a Paul Newman dial, sold for CHF 1.143 million at a Sotheby's auction in Geneva. The timepiece had been kept in a family drawer for over 45 years before passing to two sisters as an inheritance. Sotheby's had initially valued the watch at between CHF 300,000 and CHF 600,000. The final sale price nearly doubled the upper end of the pre-auction estimate, highlighting strong collector demand for vintage Rolex pieces.

Khammam Neurosurgeon Dies After Car Hits Divider, Catches Fire on NH-365BB

Dr K Jagadeesh Babu, a neurosurgeon from Khammam, died in a road accident on National Highway 365BB in Telangana. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday near Pillalamarri in Suryapet district. His car struck a road divider and subsequently burst into flames, trapping him inside. Police believe the driver may have fallen asleep at the wheel, leading to the fatal crash. The tragedy has been mourned as a significant loss by the medical community and his family.

India Thrash Indonesia 13-1 in Asian Games Hockey Opener, Dilpreet Nets Four

Defending champions India made a dominant start to their Asian Games men's hockey campaign with a 13-1 demolition of Indonesia in their first Pool A match. Dilpreet Singh was the standout performer, contributing four goals to the emphatic victory. Shilanand Lakra and Sukhjeet Singh also made notable contributions, each finding the net twice. India will continue their title defence when they face Sri Lanka in their next Pool A fixture on Tuesday.