Shreyas Iyer etched his name in IPL history, leading Punjab Kings to their first final in 11 years. His captaincy masterclass, combined with a fiery chase spearheaded by his 87 off 41 balls, saw PBKS defeat Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2.
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In Lakhimpur Kheri, Uttar Pradesh, an e-rickshaw driver's attempt to cross a railway crossing during a red signal resulted in his vehicle getting stuck on the tracks. A vigilant railway employee scolded the driver and made him do sit-ups as punishment. The incident, captured on video and shared widely, prompted intervention from the GRP and Railway Seva, averting a potential accident.
The central government has drafted a bill to replace the 117-year-old Registration Act, introducing online property registration and mandating the registration of key documents. This initiative aims to modernize the registration process through electronic certificates, digital record maintenance, and Aadhaar-based authentication to reduce fraud and enhance information flow efficiency.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee launched a strong counterattack against PM Modi, accusing him of politicising national security and undermining the opposition. Banerjee challenged the BJP to hold elections immediately, asserting Bengal's readiness. She criticised Modi for acting as a BJP president rather than a Prime Minister, especially during anti-terror efforts.
The DMDK voiced its discontent with the AIADMK's decision to postpone the allocation of a Rajya Sabha seat until 2026, despite a prior written commitment. Premlatha Vijayakanth announced that DMDK will reveal its alliance plans before the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly elections. AIADMK leaders have reassured that the alliance remains intact, despite DMDK's concerns.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's dominant bowling attack dismantled Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1, restricting them to a mere 101 runs. RCB's bowlers, including Hazlewood and Sharma, wreaked havoc, while Punjab's batting crumbled with soft dismissals and rash shots. Salt's explosive innings propelled RCB to a comfortable victory, securing their spot in the IPL 2025 final.
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Apple is significantly increasing iPhone production in India, with exports to the U.S. surging by 76% in April 2025. This shift is driven by geopolitical tensions and U.S. tariffs, despite President Trump's pressure to relocate manufacturing to the U.S. However, analysts warn that U.S.-based production would drastically increase costs, making India a crucial part of Apple's global strategy.