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The family of RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner The Vivienne has verified that the entertainer, known as James Lee Williams, died of a heart attack brought on by ketamine use. Not responsive, the 32-year-old was found at home in January. Working with the British charity Adferiad, their family aims to generate awareness about the risks of ketamine.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a 35-year-old New York congresswoman, is emerging as a potential Democratic candidate for the 2028 US elections due to her growing popularity. AOC is seen as embodying the core values of the Democratic Party, appealing particularly to younger voters seeking new leadership. Her recent criticism of Democratic leaders' controversial vote has further elevated her profile.
Prince Harry's US visa records will be partially unsealed following a judge's ruling. Controversy surrounds whether he misrepresented his drug use, sparking debates on potential deportation. The court mandated redacted copies by March 2025. Despite Harry's openness about past drug use, concerns about privacy and preferential treatment persist, with DHS highlighting the sensitivity of his immigration status.
The Reserve Bank of India’s measures to control credit offtake have successfully mitigated risks in unsecured loans. By increasing risk weights on these loans in November 2023, the growth in credit card dues and loans to non-bank lenders decelerated significantly. Following this moderation, the RBI plans to restore the original risk weights starting in FY26.
Bajaj Finserv is buying Allianz SE's 26% stake in life and general insurance ventures for ₹24,180 crore, ending their 24-year partnership. Bajaj will have full ownership of both insurance companies. Allianz plans to reinvest the proceeds in new opportunities in India. This acquisition aims to add value for Bajaj Finserv’s stakeholders.
India's merchandise exports decreased by 10.9% in February, marking the sharpest decline in 20 months due to subdued global demand and a high base effect. Imports also dropped by 16.3%, leading to a reduced trade deficit of $14 billion, the lowest in 42 months.
A riot erupted in Nagpur following protests by the Vishva Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal over Aurangzeb’s tomb. Violence broke out in Mahal, spreading to nearby areas, leading to stone-pelting and vandalism. Police intervened with tear gas, and order was gradually restored by evening.
Public sector banks are encouraged to focus on timely capital raising and reducing intermediation costs to make banking products more affordable, says M Nagaraju of the financial services department. Collaborative efforts in areas like cyber security and AI applications are also emphasized to improve services.
Audi employs about 88,000 people worldwide, including 55,000 in Germany.
The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the Central government regarding a plea for an independent, neutral process for appointing the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India. The plea calls for an independent committee to handle the appointment, citing concerns about diminished independence and effectiveness. The Court noted constitutional protections but agreed to seek the Centre's response.