Mon May 26 09:24:12 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

This text includes snippets of various newsletters and articles published by The Hindu, including international affairs from an Indian perspective, Karnataka news, cinema reviews, tech news, science, data analysis, health, and book reviews. The main news item details a near-fatal incident involving Snehasish Ganguly, brother of former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly, and his wife Arpita. Their speedboat capsized in the Puri sea after encountering a large wave during a water sports activity. Both were rescued by lifeguards, and Arpita expressed her intention to petition authorities for better regulation of water sports activities in the area.

**News Article:**

**Former Cricketer Sourav Ganguly’s Brother and Wife Survive Speedboat Mishap in Puri**

**Puri, Odisha – May 26, 2025** – Snehasish Ganguly, the elder brother of former Indian cricket team captain Sourav Ganguly, and his wife Arpita had a close brush with death on Saturday when their speedboat capsized during a water sports excursion in the Puri sea.

The incident occurred near the Lighthouse area. According to reports, a large wave struck the speedboat, causing it to lose balance and overturn, throwing all passengers into the water.

“We were saved by the grace of God,” Arpita Ganguly said in a video message following the incident. “I am still in trauma. This should not happen, and water sports in the sea must be properly regulated.” She confirmed her intention to write to the Puri Superintendent of Police and the Chief Minister of Odisha to advocate for stricter safety measures.

Eyewitnesses reported that the speedboat capsized in deep water after being hit by the powerful wave. Lifeguards swiftly responded, rescuing all those who had been thrown into the sea, including Snehasish and Arpita Ganguly.

The incident has prompted calls for a review of safety regulations governing water sports activities along the Puri coastline.

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