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Spiritual guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar redefines success, emphasizing that true fulfillment lies not in grand achievements but in daily happiness. He encourages a shift from viewing success as a distant goal to embracing it as a continuous practice. By focusing on gratitude, kindness, and presence, individuals can cultivate a life rich with 'successful days,' fostering inner peace and well-being.

India retained the No. 1 spot in the ICC T20I rankings with 275 points after winning a record third T20 World Cup title. England remained second and Australia third. Bangladesh climbed to eighth while Sri Lanka slipped to ninth. The USA rose to 13th place. ICC also reduced ranked teams from 102 to 98 after four nations failed eligibility criteria.

Two Sri Lanka Under-19 cricketers were arrested in Colombo after women accused them of filming them while bathing in a hotel. The players, released on bail, are under police investigation for potential online sharing of alleged videos. Sri Lanka Cricket has yet to announce disciplinary measures amidst recent board changes.

The Sri Lanka women's cricket team is set to face Bangladesh women in a three-match T20I series. Sri Lanka recently secured the ODI series victory. The T20I matches will commence on April 28. All games will be played at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. Fans can catch the live action on the FanCode app and website.

Global air-conditioning giant Carrier Global Corporation is establishing a ₹1,000 crore manufacturing facility in Andhra Pradesh's Sri City. This significant investment, set to create over 3,000 jobs, underscores the state's aggressive industrial push and renewed investor confidence. The state government views this as a golden era for investments, attracting numerous projects.

Shammi Silva resigned as president of Sri Lanka Cricket along with the board’s entire executive committee, the organisation confirmed on Wednesday. Silva had led SLC since 2019, overseeing Asia Cup successes but also disappointing World Cup campaigns and declining rankings for the men’s team. The reason for the mass resignations has not been officially disclosed.

Rithika Sri, a transgender woman from Tamil Nadu, has become the state's first transgender cricket umpire. Her journey, supported by the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association's inclusion of an 'other' gender category in exams, marks a significant step for diversity in sports. Despite facing discrimination, Sri persevered to pursue her passion for umpiring.

Sri Lanka Cricket's entire executive committee has resigned following government pressure, paving the way for a new leadership. This move comes amid ongoing concerns about corruption and administrative mismanagement, and follows a past ICC suspension for political interference. The team's recent poor performance has further fueled calls for reform and stability.

As per an ICC release, Nigar was found to have violated Article 2.2 of the Code, which relates to "abuse of cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment, or fixtures and fittings during an international match."

Matunga's Sri Prasanna Ganpati temple is set to witness a grand Sri Brahma Kumbhabhishek ceremony on May 6, officiated by twelve priests from Udupi. This significant event, featuring 108 pots of holy water, marks the idol's return after a three-year relocation due to building redevelopment. The consecration will officially reinstate the deity in its renovated shrine.

The Centre has issued a gazette notification for the long-pending railway zone for north Andhra, with headquarters in Visakhapatnam, set to commence operations from June 1, 2026. This historic step, including the bifurcation of the Waltair division, is expected to accelerate infrastructure development, improve connectivity, and boost economic activity in the region.

Samsung R&D Institutes in Bangalore and Noida have launched the 2026 edition of Samsung Mobile Advance, a global startup program. This initiative offers up to $50,000 in grant funding with no equity for startups to develop Proof-of-Concepts in next-generation mobile technologies. The program aims to foster innovation and partnerships within Samsung's extensive mobile ecosystem.