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BusinessPhoto: The HinduSince February 10, 1927, the auction hammer at Murray & Co in Madras has been in continuous use except for brief pauses during relocation and the pandemic. The auction house evolved from real estate auctions to retail and industrial auctions, maintaining a strong presence in the community. Partner Hemant Srivatsa reflects on the firm's long history and growth.
The Hindu··Chennai
PoliticsPhoto: AajTakIn Manipur, violent clashes have resulted in the deaths of 9 people within 24 hours, with 14 homes set ablaze. The unrest includes attacks on a police station and ongoing firing between Kuki and Naga groups, escalating tensions in the region. This year, over 40 such incidents have been reported, highlighting persistent instability.
AajTak··Kamjong
SportsPhoto: AajTakCristiano Ronaldo has been temporarily suspended by the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) following a dispute with the national team coach. The disciplinary action came after Ronaldo left the Portugal team camp abruptly. This suspension affects his participation in upcoming matches and marks a significant development in his international career.
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PoliticsPhoto: AajTakDelhi Police addressed viral social media claims that Abhijeet Dipke hid the news of his grandmother's death. Amid protests and emotional turmoil, the police showed compassion by allowing Abhijeet to attend the grandmother's funeral in his village. The situation caused a religious dilemma for Abhijeet, but police support helped ease the distress during the CJP protest.
AajTak··Delhi
Abhishek Sharma has become the number one T20I batter for hitting the most sixes among full member teams, surpassing records held by Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill, who are tied for third place. He recently completed 1,000 runs in domestic T20 internationals and is close to breaking Suryakumar Yadav's world record for sixes. Other players like Ishan and Shreyas are also nearing historic milestones.
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WorldPhoto: AajTakAuthorities in Nepal have issued a flood alert for the Budhi Gandaki River, urging residents to move to higher ground. Recent floods have caused significant damage, submerging 35 houses and washing away numerous bridges. Rescue operations are underway as the situation worsens. Nepal has also announced that missing persons will be declared dead after 45 days, ending a 12-year wait period.
AajTak·
The Hindu··Chennai
Photo: The HinduSince February 10, 1927, the auction hammer at Murray & Co in Madras has been in continuous use except for brief pauses during relocation and the pandemic. The auction house evolved from real estate auctions to retail and industrial auctions, maintaining a strong presence in the community. Partner Hemant Srivatsa reflects on the firm's long history and growth.
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