Tesla board proposes $1 trillion pay package for CEO Elon Musk

The world’s richest man, Elon Musk, is likely to become even richer and the first-ever trillionaire, according to his new pay package, proposed by Tesla’s board. The new pay package, which has to be approved by shareholders, will see Musk’s fortunes touch unprecedented highs, provided he meets the goals set for the company. As the CEO, Musk will have to increase Tesla’s market valuation eightfold over the next decade — from its current $1.1 trillion to $8.5 trillion to fully unlock his pay package. Read more

Outrage after MP Opposition leader says tribals are not Hindus

Umang Singhar, the Leader of Opposition in Madhya Pradesh, has courted controversy after saying that tribals are not Hindus. While speaking at an event in Chhindwara on Thursday, Singhar, a member of the Nhil community, the largest tribal group in Madhya Pradesh, said: “I say with pride that we are adivasis, not Hindus.” Responding to Singhar’s remarks, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav demanded an apology from the Congress leader. Singhar, however, clarified that his comments were not meant to offend any faith. Read more

Thailand names Anutin Charnvirakul as new prime minister

Thailand’s parliament on Friday elected Anutin Charnvirakul as the country’s new prime minister. Anutin, the leader of the Bhumjaithai party, won a total of 311 votes, far exceeding the 247 required majority from the House of Representatives. He replaces Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who was dismissed by court order last week as prime minister. Business tycoon Charnvirakul is the third prime minister of Thailand in two years. Read more

Suspected Ebola outbreak in Congo claims 15 lives

At least 15 people have died in Congo in a suspected new Ebola outbreak in the central African country. According to Congo’s health ministry, 28 people had shown symptoms of Ebola, out of which 15 have died. This is the 16th outbreak of Ebola, which has a fatality rate of 53.6 per cent, in Congo. The Ebola virus is highly contagious and can be contracted through bodily fluids such as vomit, blood, or semen. Read more

Google’s Circle to Search gets new ‘Scroll and Translate’ feature

Google’s Circle to Search feature, which was launched in 2024, is getting a major update, allowing users to scroll and translate text. This allows users to translate text even while scrolling on apps, including Facebook. To use the new feature, the user needs to open Circle to Search on the device, tap the “Translate” icon, and click on the “Scroll and translate” option. Read more

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5 stories you must read today, September 5: From Musk’s trillion-dollar pay package to Thailand’s new PM and more

Read about Tesla CEO Elon Musk's new pay package, Thailand's third prime minister in two years, Ebola outbreak in Congo and more here.

Express Catch-up September 5

Good evening. Friday, September 5, was a busy news day, which saw Trump’s comments on India, Russia, and China dominating the news headlines. Also in the news was Teacher’s Day and Onam celebrations in Kerala. But much more has happened in the worlds of politics, business, technology, sport, and entertainment. Don’t worry, Express Catch-up is here to bring you up to speed.

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Tesla board proposes $1 trillion pay package for CEO Elon Musk
The world’s richest man, Elon Musk, is likely to become even richer and the first-ever trillionaire, according to his new pay package, proposed by Tesla’s board. The new pay package, which has to be approved by shareholders, will see Musk’s fortunes touch unprecedented highs, provided he meets the goals set for the company. As the CEO, Musk will have to increase Tesla’s market valuation eightfold over the next decade — from its current $1.1 trillion to $8.5 trillion to fully unlock his pay package. Read more
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Outrage after MP Opposition leader says tribals are not Hindus
Umang Singhar, the Leader of Opposition in Madhya Pradesh, has courted controversy after saying that tribals are not Hindus. While speaking at an event in Chhindwara on Thursday, Singhar, a member of the Nhil community, the largest tribal group in Madhya Pradesh, said: “I say with pride that we are adivasis, not Hindus.” Responding to Singhar’s remarks, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav demanded an apology from the Congress leader. Singhar, however, clarified that his comments were not meant to offend any faith. Read more
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Thailand names Anutin Charnvirakul as new prime minister
Thailand’s parliament on Friday elected Anutin Charnvirakul as the country’s new prime minister. Anutin, the leader of the Bhumjaithai party, won a total of 311 votes, far exceeding the 247 required majority from the House of Representatives. He replaces Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who was dismissed by court order last week as prime minister. Business tycoon Charnvirakul is the third prime minister of Thailand in two years. Read more
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Suspected Ebola outbreak in Congo claims 15 lives
At least 15 people have died in Congo in a suspected new Ebola outbreak in the central African country. According to Congo’s health ministry, 28 people had shown symptoms of Ebola, out of which 15 have died. This is the 16th outbreak of Ebola, which has a fatality rate of 53.6 per cent, in Congo. The Ebola virus is highly contagious and can be contracted through bodily fluids such as vomit, blood, or semen. Read more
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Google’s Circle to Search gets new ‘Scroll and Translate’ feature
Google’s Circle to Search feature, which was launched in 2024, is getting a major update, allowing users to scroll and translate text. This allows users to translate text even while scrolling on apps, including Facebook. To use the new feature, the user needs to open Circle to Search on the device, tap the “Translate” icon, and click on the “Scroll and translate” option. Read more

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