Sourav Ganguly receives death threats, Kolkata Police launch investigation

Bomb Hoax Email Targets Amitabh Bachchan's Home and Mumbai Mayor's Office

A threatening email claiming a bomb had been planted was received, naming the residence of actor Amitabh Bachchan and the office of the Mumbai Mayor. Bomb disposal squads and security teams were dispatched to inspect the locations mentioned in the message. Their searches found nothing suspicious at either site. The email has been treated as a hoax, though the source article does not detail when it was sent or who is suspected of sending it.

Virginia appeals court rejects couple's $500,000 claim over I-495 highway project

A Virginia appeals court has turned down a couple's request for further compensation tied to the expansion of Interstate 495. The court ruled that the couple could only pursue damages for the temporary easement taken from their land, not for losses stemming from the broader road project. The couple's expert had projected that the expansion could cut the property's value by almost $500,000. The decision limits the scope of their claim to the easement itself.

Community raises $50,000 for Canadian hockey player, 15, battling rare cancer

Trainee Aircraft Skids Off Runway at Solapur Airport During Takeoff

A trainee aircraft veered off the runway at Solapur Airport while attempting to take off. The incident was reported by NDTV. It is not yet known how many people were on board the plane. Further details about the cause of the skid and any injuries have not been made available. The article offers limited information beyond the basic occurrence of the incident.