Delhi Capitals crushed LSG by 6 wickets on April 1, 2026. Despite Mohammed Shami taking a record-breaking first-ball wicket of KL Rahul and DC reeling at 26/4, a spectacular 70 from Sameer Rizvi* and a calm 39 from Tristan Stubbs* guided Delhi home. We analyze Lungi Ngidi’s 3/27, Rishabh Pant’s unlucky run-out, and how DC’s unbeaten 119-run stand silenced the Lucknow crowd.
Oracle has laid off 30,000 employees globally, with a massive 12,000 cuts in India—nearly 40% of its local workforce. Despite record profits, the tech giant is slashing roles via 6 AM emails to fund a $156 billion AI infrastructure bet. We bring you the full details on the N+2 severance in India, the heartbreaking stories of 20-year veterans, and why the “Stargate” AI project just made 30,000 humans redundant in the blink of an eye.
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In a historic IPL 2026 opener in Guwahati, Rajasthan Royals crushed CSK by 8 wickets, bowling out the “Yellow Army” for just 127. The night belonged to 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who smashed a 15-ball 50, and Ravindra Jadeja, who took two wickets on his “Royal” return. We break down Nandre Burger’s Player of the Match performance, Sanju Samson’s disappointing CSK debut, and how RR’s clinical chase in 12.1 overs has sent them to the top of the table.
In a record-breaking IPL 2026 opener, RCB thrashed SRH by 6 wickets, chasing down 201/9 in a stunning 15.4 overs. New Zealand debutant Jacob Duffy (3/22) dismantled the SRH top order, while Virat Kohli (69)* and Devdutt Padikkal (61) ensured the fastest 200+ chase in tournament history. We analyze Rajat Patidar’s captaincy debut, Ishan Kishan’s brave 80-run knock, and why this clinical performance has already made the defending champions the team to beat this season.
The wait for India’s biggest cricket festival is over as IPL 2026 officially kicks off on March 28 with a high-octane clash between the defending champions RCB and SRH. This season marks a historic expansion to 84 matches, featuring a high-tech opening ceremony in Bengaluru, major captaincy shifts, and the blockbuster Jadeja-Samson trade that has reshaped the league’s power dynamics.
In this comprehensive guide, we break down the Phase 1 schedule, explore the new “Strategic Substitute” rules, and give you the inside track on the massive drone shows and global icons set to ignite the 19th edition of the IPL. Don’t miss the ultimate preview of the most ambitious season in T20 history.
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As the Middle East conflict intensifies, the global aviation industry is facing a massive financial shock. With Brent Crude breaching the $135 per barrel mark and the critical Strait of Hormuz under threat, airlines have been forced to reintroduce aggressive fuel surcharges to combat soaring Jet A-1 prices.
From domestic hikes of up to ₹1,100 per sector in India to transcontinental “war risk” rerouting, we analyze the “Fuel-Weight Paradox” and what these rising costs mean for your summer travel plans. Read our full deep-dive into the economic ripple effects of the 2026 energy crisis.
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India is witnessing a “Green Patent Surge” as the Biological Diversity (Amendment) Act, 2023 enters its full implementation phase. By decriminalizing technical errors, streamlining the NBA approval process, and exempting AYUSH practitioners from complex benefit-sharing norms, the government has triggered a 112% growth in herbal pharma IPR. We analyze how the move from “Approval to File” to “Approval to Grant” has empowered Indian Startups to protect their bio-innovations on a global scale.
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India is witnessing a “Green Patent Surge” as the Biological Diversity (Amendment) Act, 2023 enters its full implementation phase. By decriminalizing technical errors, streamlining the NBA approval process, and exempting AYUSH practitioners from complex benefit-sharing norms, the government has triggered a 112% growth in herbal pharma IPR. We analyze how the move from “Approval to File” to “Approval to Grant” has empowered Indian Startups to protect their bio-innovations on a global scale.