Ahead of the Indian Premier League 2025 final clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings, former RCB player Robin Uthappa has passionately voiced his support for his former team. In a video message, Uthappa acknowledged both teams' impressive journeys but expressed his strong desire to see RCB lift the trophy.
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Mehak Jain, a bright 19-year-old student, was murdered by her boyfriend, Arshkrit Singh, just days before her birthday. Singh, suspicious and controlling, harassed Jain, even stalking her Korean classes. He created fake social media profiles to monitor her interactions. On Sunday, an argument in a park escalated, leading Singh to attack Jain with petrol and a knife.
Indigenous communities in India are facing displacement from their ancestral lands due to tourism and tiger projects, despite laws meant to protect them. Adivasis at a global press briefing highlighted the dilution and improper implementation of these protective measures.
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has launched a scathing critique of Jawaharlal Nehru's handling of the 1962 Indo-China war, citing Nehru's appeals for help as evidence of flawed foreign policy. Dubey's remarks followed Congress party's criticism of S Jaishankar.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited Poonch, J&K, following Operation Sindoor, assuring support to families affected by Pakistan's attacks. Job letters were distributed to relatives of those killed. Shah emphasized that terror and talks are incompatible, rejecting Pakistan's peace overtures.
The Indian Air Force commemorated 'Operation Safed Sagar', its air campaign during the 1999 Kargil War, supporting Operation Vijay to evict Pakistani troops from Indian positions along the LoC. This historic operation marked the first large-scale use of air power in the region since 1971, showcasing high-altitude precision strikes and redefining air power's role in limited conflicts.
Hardik Pandya, the Mumbai Indians' all-rounder, is set to mark his 300th T20 appearance in a crucial match against Punjab Kings. With 5,512 runs and 203 wickets in his T20 career, Pandya's milestone coincides with a vital game where the winner gains a significant advantage in the IPL final race.
Mumbai is bracing for a potentially record-breaking early monsoon, with the IMD forecasting onset within three days, possibly surpassing the 1956 record of May 29. The southwest monsoon has already reached Devgad, Konkan, ten days ahead of schedule. Favorable conditions suggest further advancement across Maharashtra, including Mumbai.
Royal Challengers Bangalore secured their first IPL title in Ahmedabad. They defeated Punjab Kings by 6 runs in a thrilling final. Virat Kohli dedicated the victory to AB de Villiers. Kohli shared an emotional moment with De Villiers after the win. Kohli acknowledged De Villiers' immense contribution to the franchise. RCB posted 190/9, and Hazlewood's final over sealed the victory.
A proposed US bill, dubbed 'The One Big Beautiful Bill,' could impose a 3.5% remittance tax on money transfers from the US to India by 2026, impacting Indian immigrants, including H-1B visa holders and permanent residents. This legislation, awaiting Senate approval, may significantly increase the financial burden on the Indian community, potentially costing them over a billion dollars annually.