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The world of comic strips and political commentary is mourning the loss of a titan. Scott Adams, the mastermind behind the iconic office-satire comic Dilbert, has passed away at the age of 68. The news was confirmed on January 13, 2026, by his ex-wife, Shelly Miles, during a poignant livestream on his YouTube channel, Real Coffee with Scott Adams. Adams, who had been a polarizing yet undeniably influential figure for over three decades, succumbed to a long and public battle with metastatic prostate cancer. The Battle with Cancer: A Public Farewell In May 2025, Adams shocked his followers by announcing he had been diagnosed with the same aggressive form of prostate cancer as then-President Joe Biden. He was transparent about his health, frequently updating his "Coffee with Scott Adams" audience on his condition as the cancer spread to his bones. In his final weeks, Adams entered hospice care. During the announcement of his passing, Shelly Miles read a prepared "final mess...

In what is being hailed as India’s largest-ever defence acquisition, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) is set to deliberate on a massive ₹3.25 lakh crore (approx. $39 billion) deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets. As geopolitical tensions simmer across the Indo-Pacific, this high-stakes deal with France is not just about expanding the Indian Air Force (IAF) fleet—it’s about strategic dominance. Why the 114 Rafale Deal is Trending The IAF is currently grappling with a critical shortage of combat squadrons, which have dropped to just 29, far below the sanctioned strength of 42. With the recent retirement of the MiG-21s and delays in the indigenous Tejas Mk1A deliveries, the "Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft" (MRFA) program has become a matter of national security. Key Highlights of the Proposal: Total Cost: Estimated at ₹3.25 lakh crore ($39 billion). Quantity: 114 aircraft (to equip approximately 6-7 squadrons). Manufacturing: 12–18 jets in "fly-away" condition; the r...

India’s IT bellwether, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), officially released its third-quarter (Q3 FY26) financial results on January 12, 2026. The report presents a tale of two halves: a resilient top-line growth driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and a temporary dip in net profit due to significant one-time exceptional items. For investors and tech enthusiasts in Patna and across India, here is a deep dive into the key highlights, dividend updates, and what the future holds for the IT giant. 1. The Financial Snapshot: Revenue vs. Profit TCS reported a consolidated revenue of ₹67,087 crore, marking a 5% Year-on-Year (YoY) growth. This outperformed most analyst estimates, signaling that demand for IT services remains steady despite global economic headwinds. Why did Profit Fall? The 14% drop in net profit isn't due to a business slowdown. It was primarily caused by exceptional charges totaling over ₹3,000 crore, including: •₹2,128 crore towards the implementation of...

For years, the midfield maestro Xabi Alonso graced the hallowed turf of the Santiago Bernabéu, dictating play with his unparalleled vision and passing range. Now, as whispers turn into murmurs and sports headlines ignite with speculation, the possibility of Alonso returning to Real Madrid – not as a player, but as a coach – and then potentially departing, has captivated the football world . While Alonso is currently making waves as a highly successful manager, particularly with his impressive work at Bayer Leverkusen, the allure of the Real Madrid dugout is undeniable. His deep understanding of the club's philosophy, his tactical acumen, and his revered status among the Madrid faithful make him a natural fit for the top job . The Appeal of a Return: Madridista DNA: Alonso embodies the elegance and winning mentality synonymous with Real Madrid. He understands the pressure, the expectations, and the unique demands of the club. Tactical Prowess : His work at Leverkusen has...

 In a case that has sent shockwaves through the Indian stock market community, the Bombay High Court has delivered a landmark judgment favoring an individual trader over a major brokerage firm. The court ruled that a trader is entitled to keep a staggering ₹1.75 crore profit earned in just 20 minutes, even though the trades were made possible by a massive technical glitch in the broker's system. The Midnight Miracle: From ₹3,100 to ₹40 Crore Margin The incident dates back to July 26, 2022. Gajanan Rajguru, a retail trader using Kotak Securities, discovered an anomaly in his trading account. Despite having an actual balance of only ₹3,175 , a technical glitch in the Kotak Securities system erroneously reflected a trading margin of approximately ₹40 crore . Seizing the opportunity, Rajguru executed high-volume Futures and Options (F&O) trades worth nearly ₹94.81 crore . Within a narrow window of 20 minutes —before the broker could identify and fix the glitch—the trades turned in ...

As 2026 begins, the Islamic Republic of Iran is facing its most significant domestic challenge in decades. What started as a localized strike by merchants in Tehran's Grand Bazaar over the collapsing Iranian Rial has transformed into a nationwide uprising. However, a disturbing new trend has emerged in the regime's crackdown: the integration of Hezbollah fighters within the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to suppress its own citizens. The 2026 Uprising: A Nation at a Breaking Point The current wave of protests, which entered a critical phase in January 2026, is fueled by a perfect storm of economic collapse and political frustration. With the Rial hitting record lows and inflation making basic goods unaffordable, the slogans in the streets of Tehran, Isfahan, and Mashhad have shifted from economic demands to a direct call for the end of the clerical regime. Trigger: The freefall of the national currency and 1,500+ executions recorded in 2025. Scope: Protests have spr...