David Lynch, director of “Twin Peaks” and “Blue Velvet,” dies at 78

States pitched for special central packages during pre-budget consultations. They sought increased interest-free loans, disaster relief funds, and infrastructure support. Kerala requested a substantial package citing fiscal stress, while Punjab asked for an industrial package similar to J&K’s. Several states also requested increased honorarium for ASHA workers.

The New York Jets have already made it known Aaron Rodgers won’t be their starting quarterback heading into the 2025 season.  So, the four-time MVP will have to search for his third team in the NFL, his second since the Green Bay Packers traded him to New York before the 2023 season.  And it appears…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized Congress in his speech at Rajya Sabha, warning that expecting development and inclusion from the party is a mistake. He praised President Draupadi Murmu’s address as inspirational and addressed criticism towards Arvind Kejriwal. Modi focused on his government’s commitment to constitutional protection and highlighted Congress’s inaction on social justice issues.

Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate expresses satisfaction with India’s recent T20I performances, highlighting the team’s aim to push boundaries and utilize squad depth ahead of upcoming tournaments. He emphasizes plans to introduce new faces in the final match and credits the IPL for improved six-hitting skills. Bangladesh’s fielding coach acknowledges India’s superior quality and intense…

Jos Buttler became the first Englishman to reach 150 sixes in T20 Internationals during the second India vs England T20I in Chennai. He hit three sixes to reach the milestone before being dismissed for 45 runs. Buttler is now the fourth batsman in T20Is with that achievement, following Rohit Sharma, Martin Guptill, and Muhammad Waseem.