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Three individuals have been arrested in connection with the digital arrest of an NRI doctor couple, who were defrauded of nearly Rs 15 crore. Two accused provided bank accounts to scammers, while a third acted as a facilitator. Police are investigating potential links to China- and Cambodia-based scammers.
MI Cape Town kept their SA20 playoff hopes alive with a tense three-wicket win over Sunrisers Eastern Cape at a packed Newlands. Trent Boult and Corbin Bosch starred with the ball before Reeza Hendricks anchored the chase. A late no-ball sealed the result as the defending champions moved to 14 points.
Dr. Nisha Verma, an OB-GYN and reproductive health expert, faced intense questioning from Senator Josh Hawley regarding whether men can get pregnant during a US Senate hearing. This exchange, focusing on abortion pill safety, ignited widespread debate on gender identity and reproductive rights. Dr.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape sealed a playoff berth with a dominant 63-run bonus-point win over Joburg Super Kings at St Georges Park. Debutant James Coles starred with an unbeaten fifty and two wickets, while Senuran Muthusamys spin strangled JSK.
An NRI's viral post highlights a New York friend's surprise at India's rapid growth and affordability, particularly in healthcare, transport, and digital services. While acknowledging better air quality in the US, the visitor noted significantly lower costs for mobile, health insurance, and property taxes in India. The post sparked discussions on civic sense and the nuances of cost-of-living comparisons.
Tennis star Anna Kournikova and music icon Enrique Iglesias boast a combined net worth of $160 million in 2025. While Kournikova's fame transcended her $4 million prize money through lucrative endorsements, Iglesias' wealth stems from over 130 million record sales and global tours. Both have strategically invested in Miami real estate, contributing to their substantial shared fortune.
An Indian man, Ankur Tyagi, is returning to Delhi from Sweden, finding life there emotionally easier despite Europe's clean air and systems. He misses the strong community and human contact, stating that while India has chaos, it also offers support. Tyagi acknowledges Delhi's pollution but prioritizes the 'oxygen' of friends and family, a sentiment echoed by others considering similar moves.
A viral Instagram video shows a US-based couple explaining why they moved to India after 17 years. The woman says motherhood, short maternity leave and rising healthcare costs made life stressful. She says India offered quicker care, easier access to doctors and stronger support, giving their young family more balance and peace of mind.
Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj party faces significant hurdles in Bihar's upcoming elections. Candidate desertions and worker discontent plague the new political force. Both ruling alliances and opposition accuse Jan Suraaj of being a 'B team,' raising questions about its electoral viability and potential to act as a spoiler.

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