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Sri Lankan police apprehended 173 Indian nationals, alongside 25 Nepalese and other foreigners, in a significant cybercrime sweep across southern resort towns. Suspects, aged 25-35, face charges including visa abuse, illegal employment, and cybercrime offenses. This follows earlier detentions of Chinese and Vietnamese nationals, highlighting a broader crackdown on international syndicates exploiting Sri Lanka's connectivity.

Tilak Varma will lead the 15-member India A squad in a one-day tri-series in Sri Lanka, featuring Sri Lanka A and Afghanistan A. The team includes emerging talents like Priyansh Arya and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, with Riyan Parag as vice-captain. The series will be followed by two multi-day matches against Sri Lanka A.

Bengaluru couple Danish Abdi and Vrushali Prasade made history by completing a side-by-side open-water swim from Sri Lanka to India across the Palk Strait. The duo covered nearly 32 kilometers in 10 hours and 45 minutes, starting from Talaimannar and reaching Dhanushkodi. Their remarkable feat was achieved with strict safety supervision and has garnered widespread appreciation online.

Spiritual guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar redefines success, emphasizing that true fulfillment lies not in grand achievements but in daily happiness. He encourages a shift from viewing success as a distant goal to embracing it as a continuous practice. By focusing on gratitude, kindness, and presence, individuals can cultivate a life rich with 'successful days,' fostering inner peace and well-being.

Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka lauded teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's inclusion in the India A squad for the Sri Lanka tri-series. The 15-year-old's rapid rise, marked by an U19 World Cup final century, earned praise. Ayush Badoni also features, with selectors focusing on grooming young talent for future international commitments.

A Bengaluru couple completed an arduous 22-kilometer swim from Sri Lanka to India. This remarkable feat was born from a past fear of water experienced by Vrushali. Months of rigorous training transformed their lives. They faced the open sea for nearly 11 hours, side by side. Their journey highlights overcoming personal challenges and the importance of swimming skills.

India retained the No. 1 spot in the ICC T20I rankings with 275 points after winning a record third T20 World Cup title. England remained second and Australia third. Bangladesh climbed to eighth while Sri Lanka slipped to ninth. The USA rose to 13th place. ICC also reduced ranked teams from 102 to 98 after four nations failed eligibility criteria.

Global air-conditioning giant Carrier Global Corporation is establishing a ₹1,000 crore manufacturing facility in Andhra Pradesh's Sri City. This significant investment, set to create over 3,000 jobs, underscores the state's aggressive industrial push and renewed investor confidence. The state government views this as a golden era for investments, attracting numerous projects.

The Tamil crime thriller 'Kaalidas 2', a sequel to the 2019 film, is now available for streaming on multiple OTT platforms including Amazon Prime Video and Sun NXT. Directed by Sri Senthil, the movie follows Inspector Kaalidas as he investigates the disappearance of a young girl, uncovering secrets and facing conflict with DSP Vaishnavi.

Mangalore University to begin with select PG courses; full shift to digital exams ruled out for now

Police have arrested two more Lawrence Bishnoi gang members in Sri Ganganagar for conspiring to extort a jeweller through threats and reconnaissance for firing. This brings the total arrests to seven, with the gang aiming to instill fear among businessmen. The accused, previously involved in a Mumbai firing, were brought from jail for further interrogation.

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Superstar Rajinikanth shared a humbling experience at a spiritual event where, despite his fame, not a single person acknowledged him. This ego-shattering moment, he explained, highlighted the transient nature of stardom versus the enduring power of spirituality. The actor's candid narration resonated widely, emphasizing his profound understanding of fame and inner peace.

Singer Guy Sebastian discovered surprising ancestral links during a DNA test for 'Who Do You Think You Are?'. His journey revealed a pioneering female relative in Sri Lanka who significantly impacted women's lives. The experience brought much-needed clarity to his mother's heritage, who was orphaned young. Sebastian expressed deep gratitude for the profound personal revelations.