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BKFC Plans Second Baseball Stadium Event After Fenway Park Success

Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship is moving forward with plans to host another major event at a baseball stadium, following the strong performance of its recent Fenway Park show. BKFC president David Feldman is actively negotiating a deal with a new stadium venue. The promotion has reported growing interest from both venues and potential sponsors. Alongside the stadium push, BKFC is also in discussions for a significant new television broadcasting deal.

Jaguar Land Rover to cut around 4,000 jobs globally over next 2 years: CEO

Shiv Sena Leader Arrested Over Assault at Palghar Hospital Amid Billing Row

Shiv Sena leader Rahul Gharat was arrested in connection with a disturbance at Relief Hospital in Palghar. The incident was triggered by allegations that the hospital was overcharging injured Govinda participants who were receiving treatment. Patients in the ICU reportedly had their IV lines removed by hospital staff during the confrontation. The injured Govindas accused the hospital of conducting unnecessary scans and extending ICU stays without justification. Local MLA Rajendra Gavit responded by demanding that an FIR be registered against the hospital's doctors.

'Four-engine govt a killing machine’: Cong targets BJP over Delhi building collapse

Delhi mandates structural audits for public buildings after Satya Niketan collapse kills six

A fatal building collapse in Delhi's Satya Niketan neighbourhood, which killed six people, has prompted the city government to introduce mandatory structural audits and safety certifications for all public buildings. The new policy will require regular safety inspections across nursing homes, schools, and paying guest accommodations. Structures failing to meet certification standards will be barred from public use. Officials found negligent in overseeing compliance will face severe penalties under the new framework.

PM Modi's Vadodara Event Registrations Sold Out Within an Hour

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Vadodara for a major public program where online registrations were filled within an hour of opening. He will inaugurate and dedicate several key development projects during the event. These include sections of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor along with new train services. Foundation stones for railway and national highway projects will also be laid on the occasion. Following the Vadodara visit, the Prime Minister will travel to Mumbai to attend the Global Fintech Fest.

Porn to pay for drones? How Ukraine plans to turn adult content into a war revenue stream

Padma Shri Janak Palta's windmill-powered home supplies electricity to 50 neighbours

Janak Palta McGilligan, a Padma Shri awardee, has transformed her home into a zero-waste, self-sustaining residence powered by a windmill. The windmill generates enough electricity to supply her home as well as nearly fifty neighbouring houses. She also practices organic farming and produces natural household products at her property. Through her sustainability centre, she has trained over 150,000 people in eco-friendly living. Her efforts have earned national recognition and inspired many others to adopt sustainable lifestyles.

Meet Timothy Armoo: From teen tutor to AI investor betting $6.7M on founders

Drug peddler escapes from NCB custody – 4 days after arrest in high-profile J&K operation

Tamil Nadu’s Nagercoil railway station to get 9 new lines to handle more trains

Retiree buys 132-year-old Illinois Victorian for $97,500, invests $85,000 in repairs

Rebecca Roucloux Avery, 67, left her home in Austin to purchase a historic Victorian property in Vermont, Illinois, paying $97,500 for the 132-year-old house. The home required significant structural attention, prompting her to spend an additional $85,000 on foundation and roof repairs. Avery is undertaking the renovation project alongside her partner as the work continues. Beyond the physical restoration, the project has helped her build ties with her new local community.

AfD Wins 44% in German State Election, Doubling Its Previous Support

Germany's far-right Alternative for Deutschland (AfD) party secured a landslide victory in a key state election, claiming approximately 44 percent of the vote. The result represents more than double the party's previous support in the state. The centre-right CDU, led by Friedrich Merz, came in a distant second with around 18 percent. The projections were reported by German public broadcasters ARD and ZDF. The result marks a significant shift in the state's political landscape and signals growing support for the far-right across Germany.

Australian Cameron Myers, 20, stuns Olympic champions in Diamond League 1500m final

Australian middle-distance runner Cameron Myers claimed a landmark victory at the 2026 Diamond League Final in the men's 1,500 metres event. The 20-year-old edged out Olympic champions Jakob Ingebrigtsen and Cole Hocker in a closely contested race. The win marks a significant milestone in Myers' career, establishing him as a prominent figure in international athletics. The result caps off what has been a standout season for the young Australian runner.

One-Handed Backhand Reaches Grand Slam Semi-Final for First Time Since 1877

For the first time in 149 years, no male tennis player using a one-handed backhand reached a Grand Slam semi-final this season. The milestone marks a significant decline of a technique once favored by legends such as Roger Federer, Pete Sampras, and Gustavo Kuerten. The two-handed backhand has steadily replaced the one-hander due to its greater practicality in modern play. Shifts in coaching philosophy and the increasing pace of the professional game are cited as key factors behind the technique's disappearance at the elite level.

TVK Member With Criminal Record Killed in Chennai Stabbing, 5 Held

A member of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party identified as Kannan was stabbed to death in Chennai. Kannan was known to police as a history-sheeter and was involved in the car rental business. Authorities swiftly acted on the case, arresting five individuals in connection with the fatal attack. The incident has drawn attention given the victim's political affiliation and prior criminal record.

Sidhu Moosewala's Father Criticises AAP for Inducting Nabha Jailbreak Accused

Controversy has erupted in Punjab after gangster-turned-politician Gurpreet Singh Sekhon joined the Aam Aadmi Party ahead of the upcoming state assembly elections. Sekhon is the primary accused in the high-profile 2016 Nabha jailbreak case. The move drew sharp criticism from Balkaur Singh, father of slain singer Sidhu Moosewala, who slammed AAP for welcoming individuals with a criminal background into the party. The induction has raised questions about AAP's candidate vetting process as it seeks to strengthen its position in Punjab.

BRS Leaders Detained After Police Block Black T-Shirt Protest at Telangana Assembly

BRS working president KT Rama Rao, former minister T Harish Rao, and several party legislators were detained by Telangana police outside the state Assembly. Officers prevented the group from entering the Assembly premises while wearing black T-shirts, which they had donned as a form of protest. KTR condemned the police action, calling it a blot on democracy. The incident highlights ongoing tensions between the BRS opposition and the current Telangana government.

Bank loses property papers after loan repaid; court orders daily compensation

A bank has been directed by a court to pay Rs 5,000 per day as compensation after it failed to return original property documents to a borrower. The loan in question had been fully repaid back in 2003, but the bank admitted it could not trace the original documents for either property. The bank attempted to defend itself by arguing that the firm had not immediately requested the return of the documents after repayment. The court rejected this reasoning and ruled in favour of the borrower, ordering the daily payout as compensation for the continued loss and inconvenience.

Mirzapur: The Movie nears Rs 100 crore mark on its fourth day at box office

Mirzapur: The Movie has had a strong theatrical run since its release, collecting Rs 25.75 crore on its opening day alone. The film's cumulative net collection reached Rs 95.40 crore by the end of its fourth day. Directed by Gurmeet Singh, the movie is projected to cross the Rs 100 crore milestone on day five. The film features several cast members reprising their roles from the widely popular web series of the same name.