A promising 17-year-old Australian cricketer, Ben Austin, tragically passed away after being struck by a ball during a practice session in Melbourne. The freak accident occurred while he was facing deliveries from a bowling machine. His local sporting community is devastated by the loss of the talented young athlete, with grief support being offered to his schoolmates.
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Rain halted the first T20 International between India and Australia in Canberra after just 9.4 overs. India, at 97 for 1, saw skipper Suryakumar Yadav find form with a blistering 62-run partnership with Shubman Gill. Abhishek Sharma also contributed a quick 19 before falling. The promising contest was abandoned, leaving fans disappointed.
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A taxpayer whose gold jewellery, seized by Income Tax authorities and stored in a bank locker, was stolen, has won a compensation case. The Allahabad High Court ruled that the Income Tax Department is responsible for the loss and must compensate the petitioner.
A pillion rider in Bengaluru was filmed using a frying pan as a helmet to avoid a traffic challan. While the incident sparked amusement online, it also highlighted serious concerns about road safety and the importance of proper protective gear. The video serves as a stark reminder that such stunts are dangerous and not worth the risk of head injury.
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