Prithvi Shaw's exclusion from the Vijay Hazare Trophy squad sparked controversy after the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) cited disciplinary issues and poor fitness as reasons. An MCA official revealed that Shaw's on-field performance was hampered by his fitness, and his attitude has drawn complaints from teammates. Shaw's frequent late-night partying and disregard for training regimens further fueled the MCA's decision.
Related news
BluSmart, the all-electric cab service, has abruptly stopped operating in Delhi-NCR and Bengaluru. Users are facing commuting problems. Drivers are also affected by this sudden closure. The shutdown follows a Sebi ban on BluSmart's co-founder Anmol Singh Jaggi and his brother Puneet Singh Jaggi. The ban is due to alleged fund misappropriation. Customers are worried about refunds.
Chhagan Bhujbal, a leader of the Ajit Pawar faction of the NCP, expressed his discontent at being excluded from the recent Maharashtra cabinet expansion. He revealed that he declined a Rajya Sabha seat offered after his Lok Sabha aspirations were disregarded. Bhujbal questioned his treatment within the party and hinted at Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis's support for his inclusion.
Security forces in Kashmir's Handwara district neutralized a Pakistani terrorist during a gunfight. The operation, which involved J&K police, the Army, and CRPF, was based on intelligence inputs. This was the first counterterrorism action in Kashmir this year since a previous incident in January.
Former Indian cricketer Yograj Singh praised Rohit Sharma for his decision to continue playing ODIs after a stellar performance in the Champions Trophy final. He emphasized that both Rohit and Virat Kohli should consider retirement only after the 2027 ODI World Cup. Rohit's crucial 76-run knock against New Zealand was key to India's victory.
Elon Musk has supported Jeff Bezos' decision to focus The Washington Post's opinion section exclusively on personal liberties and free markets. Bezos' announcement marks a significant editorial shift for the newspaper, emphasizing the importance of these principles in today's media landscape.
Delhi Police registered an FIR against AAP MLA Amanatullah Khan and his supporters for allegedly interfering with a Crime Branch team's attempt to arrest a suspect in a 2018 attempted murder case in Jamia Nagar. Khan and his supporters allegedly obstructed the arrest, aiding the suspect's escape. Police are searching for the accused, including Khan and his supporters.
Sridhar Vembu, Zoho CEO, shared his views on the current IT slowdown. He believes internal issues are the main cause. He does not blame US tariffs or AI. Vembu suggests the industry has become inefficient over time. He warns of a long period of change ahead. Vembu urges fresh thinking and challenging old assumptions for the future.
Prime Minister Modi emphasized the strategic role of Chile as a gateway to Antarctica and announced November 4 as National Yoga Day in Santiago. The leaders discussed enhancing cooperation in areas like critical minerals, digital infrastructure, renewable energy, and student exchange, aiming to strengthen bilateral relations and investment opportunities.
The Singapore government initiates stricter regulations to limit screen time for children in schools and preschools, starting February 1. The measures include banning screen use for children under 18 months, restricting screen time in educational settings, and offering guidelines for parents to limit daily screen use, promoting healthier lifestyles and child development.
Aakash Chopra questions the exclusion of Yuzvendra Chahal from India's ODI squad despite his impressive performance. Chahal, who last played in January 2023, has 121 wickets in 72 ODIs. Chopra finds it puzzling that Chahal's name is not considered, especially when other spinners have been included for the Champions Trophy 2025.