The BCCI is yet to confirm the venues for the IPL 2025 playoffs and final, with Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium emerging as a strong contender to host the title clash. While Kolkata's Eden Gardens was initially scheduled, weather concerns and the need to avoid further delays are influencing the decision.
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The Supreme Court dismissed a plea seeking an FIR against Justice Yashwant Varma after the discovery of burnt cash at his residence. The court noted that the CJI had already forwarded the in-house inquiry report and the judge's response to the President and Prime Minister. The petitioners were directed to seek redressal from appropriate authorities before approaching the court again.
Rahul Gandhi has intensified his criticism of external affairs minister S Jaishankar regarding Operation Sindoor, questioning the loss of Indian aircraft due to alleged prior warnings to Pakistan.
The Supreme Court clarified on Monday that there's no mandatory one-year jail term before bail in money laundering cases, granting relief to an accused in the Chhattisgarh liquor scam. Justices Oka and Bhuyan emphasized that a year-long custody isn't a prerequisite for bail.
In separate incidents, two individuals were arrested for trespassing at Salman Khan's Mumbai residence. Jitendra Kumar Singh, a fan, attempted to enter Galaxy Apartments on Tuesday, while Isha Chabria claimed she was invited by the actor the following day. Both were apprehended and face house trespassing charges.
A 26-year-old passenger from Imphal was arrested at Kolkata airport after uttering the word "bomb" before boarding an IndiGo flight to Mumbai, triggering a security alert and flight delay. Regal Chongtham made the remark sarcastically during security checks, leading to the activation of bomb disposal squads and thorough aircraft inspection.
An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Srinagar encountered a severe hailstorm, prompting the pilot to request entry into Pakistani airspace, which was denied. The pilot declared an emergency and safely landed in Srinagar with a damaged aircraft.
Dale Steyn criticised Chennai Super Kings' team management for their questionable batting order decisions in the IPL 2025 match against Rajasthan Royals. He questioned promoting bowlers like Ashwin and Jadeja ahead of power-hitters, as CSK struggled to 78/5. Dhoni admitted the team is now focused on preparing for the 2026 season after their elimination.
Amidst recent global disasters, a prediction by Japanese manga artist Ryo Tatsuki, dubbed Japan's "Baba Vanga," has sparked widespread concern. Tatsuki forecasts a mega-tsunami south of Japan in July 2025, triggered by an underwater volcanic eruption, potentially impacting Japan, Taiwan, and Indonesia.
Sam Billings ignited a playful rivalry with Babar Azam by sharing a post highlighting their contrasting PSL 2025 records. Billings celebrated his blistering 19-ball fifty, the fastest this season, while subtly mocking Babar's slow 47-ball half-century. As the PSL 2025 is set to resume on May 17, all eyes are on how both players respond on the field.