Jasprit Bumrah is likely to miss the first two ODIs against England due to a back spasm, with Harshit Rana named as his replacement. Bumrah's participation in the Champions Trophy is still uncertain, and his fitness status will be confirmed in early February.
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Former India cricketer Vinod Kambli, 52, reveals his recent health scare involving a severe urine infection and subsequent collapse. Supported by his family, he's now recovering and plans to enter rehab. He also addressed his past grievances with childhood friend Sachin Tendulkar, clarifying that Tendulkar had assisted him financially with surgeries.
Australian Communications Minister Michelle Rowland is under scrutiny for allegedly offering YouTube a special exemption from the upcoming social media ban for teens. Documents reveal Rowland assured YouTube CEO Neal Mohan of the exemption even before official consultations. This decision has sparked outrage from rivals like TikTok and Meta, who argue YouTube's short-form videos are similar to theirs.
Madras high court has formed an all-women SIT of IPS officers to probe the Anna University rape case and ordered Rs 25 lakh compensation to the survivor. The compensation will come from the salaries of the police who leaked the FIR. The court also mandated the university to waive all charges for the survivor.
Two men from Chhatmara village gang-raped a 26-year-old woman in a moving auto after luring her with a job offer. The woman managed to escape and reported the crime at Maharajpur police station. The police arrested the accused and sent the victim for a medical examination.
India chased down Bangladesh's total of 228 with 21 balls remaining in their ICC Champions Trophy opener, despite some mild concern at 144/4. Virender Sehwag dismissed Bangladesh as a serious threat, suggesting that the win could have been swifter if more wickets had been preserved. India secured victory with 21 balls remaining, thanks to a significant partnership between KL Rahul and Shubman Gill, with the latter reaching his century.
A bizarre run-out unfolded during the West Indies vs. Bangladesh T20I. Jaker Ali, initially given out, was called back from the dressing room after replays revealed his partner, Shamim Hossain, was short of his crease. Shamim's bat was airborne as Jaker slid his bat in, leading to a comical mix-up. The umpires overturned the decision, sending Shamim back instead.
Actress Preity Zinta described her third holy dip at Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj as a blend of magical, heartwarming, and sad moments. She shared her experiences and reflections on spirituality and the challenges of attachment. Zinta concluded with the notion that humans are spiritual beings having a human experience, emphasizing her continued quest for answers.
Bhabesh Chandra Roy, a Hindu community leader, was kidnapped from his home in Dinajpur, Bangladesh, and later found dead. Family reports indicate he was abducted by four men on motorcycles and brutally assaulted. India has responded by urging Bangladesh to focus on protecting its minorities, dismissing comments about violence in West Bengal.
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