Headlines Trending Indian and World: Politics, E-Commerce, Lifestyle, Sports, Health & Entertainment on 26th September 2024
The ‘Biggest’ Stories in World and Indian Headlines – September 26th, 2024
1. Laapataa Ladies at Oscars 2025: Sparsh Shrivastava of Actor Celebrates a Mix-up Mistake.
Actor Sparsh Shrivastava, fresh from the success of the critically acclaimed film Laapataa Ladies, which has gone on to become India’s official entry to the Oscars 2025, basks in the joy and excitement that this announcement has brought. Talking candidly with him, he said he never thought that the film would see such great heights.
Never imagined that one would be going to the Oscars. It happened all of a sudden, Shrivastava shared, describing how he first came to know about it during a meeting. “My casting director, Romil, called me and told me the news. I had never imagined that the film would become this huge.”
At 25 years old, Shrivastava is in his hometown Agra, where he said that the emotional response is just overwhelming. “Meri family kafi emotional hai. Mithaiya khayi jaa rahi hai. Unki aankhon mein aansu hai,” he added, high lighting how much this moment has a deep meaning to his family.
2. Cardi B Responds to Offset’s Cheating Allegations: ‘AND DID!!!’
The news of a near-close case of alleged infidelity by Cardi B against her estranged husband, Offset, has hit social media once again as both sides go on the attack with accusations and allegations in the nature of their relationship. Offset has come out in claims on social media stating that Cardi B cheated on him when she was pregnant. He is amidst the already ongoing divorce processes against Cardi B.
Cardi B didn’t hold back in her response, writing on Twitter “AND DID!!!!” suggested confirmation of her wild partying, as Offset ranted in a slew of expletive-filled accusations. The rapper went on to further explain her frustrations, saying that Offset has been playing games with her using gifts and threats, trying to make it seem like she is not over their relationship.
Their marriage, which had been through all ups and downs, has once again been put in limelight by the fans as well as the media. As both couples are vocal about their personal issues, the public interaction has only made the limelight on their complicated marriage brighter.
3. Delhi’s Air Quality Improves After a Day of Poor Air.
Delhi’s air quality improved significantly on Thursday after a day of deteriorating conditions that pushed the city’s Air Quality Index into the “poor” category for the first time in nearly three months. Official reports said that a 24-hour average AQI of 121 (moderate) was recorded at 9 a.m. on Thursday-some 116 units better than the 235 (poor) recorded at 4 p.m. the previous day.
Brilliant weather conditions over the city, largely thanks to strong winds and scattered light rain has led to significant improvements in air quality. Meteorologists say that for at least the next couple of days, the air will remain in the “moderate” category. Strong gusty winds are expected to prevail during the next 24 hours at 20-30 km/h, which would further clean out the pollution and bring the air quality back on track.
4. Yuvraj Singh Reflects on the 2007/08 Tour of Australia and Personal Life While Cricket Tensions Continue.
India’s most famous all-rounder Yuvraj Singh recently opened up on his cricketing past, giving a special focus to the tumultuous 2007/08 Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia. The series is still one of the most contentious chapters in the India-Australia cricket history, given the replayed ‘Monkeygate’ scandal and umpiring controversies.
Yuvraj in one interview reflected not only on the cricket but also on his personal life during that point of time. He revealed that he was dating an actress during the series and had, in a remarkable turn of events, asked her, “Let’s not meet,” as the tour was too grueling. Though Yuvraj’s Test career could never reach the notches of his successes in limited-overs cricket, candid observations about his personal life during the infamous series will only add to the glories associated with this legendary player’s name.
5. Schools Declare Holidays, Roads Barricaded Ahead of PM Modi’s Pune Visit
Some schools in the central areas of the city have declared a holiday on Thursday to clear the way for a visit by PM Narendra Modi. The Prime Minister will address a Sabha at S P College Ground on Tilak Road. A road blockade has already been done through various parts of the city in anticipation of the visit.
Pune district collector Suhas Diwase has requested a report from police regarding the fallout on schools; based on this report, it was decided to close several schools in the area for the day or both Thursday and Friday. The police in Pune have also started barricading Tilak Road and other main routes before the visit.
Security arrangements are being made in the city due to PM’s visit. Including grounds of New English School, Garware College and Katariya Secondary School, whose ground is taken over for security reasons. The visit has triggered very much increased security, causing severe disconnections in the city.
6. Mira Murati Quits as CTO of OpenAI After Six Years
Murati, an OpenAI chief technology officer announced her resignation from the company claiming personal reasons that drive her forward to make a venturing further into her career. She made an emotional post on X, thanking OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman and the entire team for having allowed her the opportunity to work on transformative projects such as GPT-4.
She joined OpenAI in 2018 and played the important role of developing a few key technologies that will help this AI company develop several architectures for different applications. Her innovation in the fields of AI recognition earned her recognition. “I’m leaving because I want to make time and space to do my own exploration,” Murati said, adding she will ensure a smooth transition for her successor.
7. SpaceX Aims to Inject $15 Billion in Vietnam for Starlink Satellite Service
Elon Musk’s SpaceX has pitched $15 billion investment in Vietnam as part of its expansive plans to roll the Starlink satellite service across the world. The investment was discussed during a meeting between SpaceX Senior Vice President Tim Hughes and the country’s Communist Party General Secretary, To Lam, according to Vietnam’s government.
While details of the proposal are yet sketchy, this move promises to be a significant potential boost for Vietnam’s tech infrastructure. Vietnam is presently reviewing the proposal, and further developments can be expected in the months ahead.
8. Body of Kerala Lorry Driver Found After 70 Days of Search in Karnataka Landslide
More than 70 days after search operations began, the body of Kerala lorry driver Arjun has been recovered. He went missing after a landslide in Karnataka’s Shrirur region. The tragic incident occurred way back in July when a huge hill collapsed and several vehicles were buried under its debris.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah came forward to express his grief over the tragic death of the Arjun driver and even acknowledged the efforts put in by the rescue team to trace the missing one.
Siddaramaiah expressed his feelings over the incident in an X post stating that the search operation was challenging as there were incessant rains and mudslides.
9. India Asks Citizens to Leave Lebanon as Israel-Hezbollah Conflict Worsens
The new reports conclude that the Indian government has issued a notice to leave Lebanon in view of the increased conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. The political situation is turning hot with Israel’s bombardment of Hezbollah positions in Lebanon still continuing and killing over 620 people.
The Indian embassy in Beirut has told all Indian nationals to avoid visiting Lebanon and for those in the country to leave at once. The advisory comes after reports that Israel is readied to begin a ground invasion as concerns for foreign nationals rise.
10. Zomato Agent Walks Through Mumbai’s Torrential Rains to Deliver Orders
In a display of dedication that can only be described as heartwarming, a Zomato delivery agent named Rahat Ali Khan braved rainwater showering down in Mumbai, going on foot to deliver food orders since his bike had broken down. This was on Wednesday, amid heavy rainfall, which flooded the city with waterlogging and traffic congestions all over.
However, that did not stop Khan from completing his deliveries on foot. That is what earned appreciation from Zomato customer Swati Mittal, who expressed her gratitude on social media. “We must really appreciate the delivery staff who are out there in heavy rains and making our lives convenient,” Mittal wrote on Threads about efforts of workers going beyond the call to serve customers during bad weather.
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