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India lost the final Test to Australia, leading to a 1-3 series defeat. Australia reclaimed the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after a decade. India's inconsistency and reliance on star players like Jasprit Bumrah were evident. Australia celebrated their triumph, while questions loom over India's form, fitness, and team transitions as they missed the World Test Championship final.
Reji, a woman convicted of murder and sentenced to life in 1996, was arrested in June 2023 after evading capture for 27 years by changing her identity and relocating. The Supreme Court has suspended her sentence, agreeing to review whether she was a minor at the time of the crime in 1990. The case will be heard again in February for a final decision.
In a powerful act of bravery and compassion, Sajad Ahmad Bhat, a shawl hawker from Pahalgam, carried injured tourists to safety after the terror attack in Baisaran Valley that killed 28. Responding selflessly, Sajad and others rushed to aid victims, offering water and support. His gesture has drawn widespread praise, showcasing Kashmir’s humanity amid tragedy.
Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma trained with Mumbai for the Ranji Trophy's resumption, despite a lean patch in recent months. Calls for top batters like Rohit and Virat Kohli to return to domestic cricket grow louder as both have struggled in Tests. Key players' recent Ranji Trophy appearances are also highlighted.
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