Lionel Messi is set to rejoin Argentina for their upcoming matches against Chile and Colombia after recovering from an adductor injury. Despite his absence in March, Argentina secured their spot in the 2026 tournament. Coach Lionel Scaloni has also recalled Alejandro Garnacho to the squad, blending youth with experience.
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Yashasvi Jaiswal's explosive start, smashing 22 runs in the first over against Arshdeep Singh, set the tone for Rajasthan Royals' chase after Punjab Kings posted a formidable 219/5. Arshdeep's expensive over became a record he'd rather forget, overshadowing impressive batting performances from Nehal Wadhera and Shashank Singh for Punjab.
Rajasthan Royals defeated Chennai Super Kings by six wickets, chasing down 188 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Vaibhav Suryavanshi's impressive 57 off 33 balls and Yashasvi Jaiswal's quick 36 set the stage for the victory. CSK's batting inconsistency, despite Ayush Mhatre's 43, led to their fifth loss while defending a total, increasing the risk of finishing last.
Lyle and Erik Menendez, convicted in 1996 for the 1989 shotgun murders of their parents, have been resentenced, making them eligible for parole after serving over three decades. A Los Angeles judge reduced their sentence from life without parole to 50 years to life, citing their rehabilitation and new evidence supporting abuse claims.
Even though the Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals match was inconsequential, a spectator resembling MS Dhoni stole the show. Cameras frequently focused on the doppelganger during the CSK innings, creating a buzz among fans. This unexpected attraction served as a potent reminder of Dhoni's enduring influence and iconic status within the franchise, overshadowing the game itself.
Dr. Devender Sharma, infamously known as 'Doctor Death,' was apprehended by Delhi police in Rajasthan after absconding while on parole. Sharma, convicted for his involvement in the abduction and murder of truck and taxi drivers, as well as a kidney racket, had been living as a priest in an ashram.
Shashi Tharoor refuted Donald Trump's claim of mediating between India and Pakistan, clarifying that no formal mediation was requested or conducted. He emphasized that while India maintains contact with concerned nations during crises, it doesn't constitute mediation. An all-party delegation, led by Tharoor, will visit the US to explain India's counter-terrorism approach and Operation Sindoor, launched after a terror attack.
The Indian Army conducted 'Teesta Prahar,' a field training exercise showcasing operational capabilities and coordination in river-based terrain, incorporating advanced weaponry and technology. Simultaneously, the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has developed a domestic nanoporous membrane for high-pressure seawater desalination, successfully tested on Indian Coast Guard vessels. This innovation addresses stability concerns and supports the 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat'... Expand
Chhattisgarh High Court overturned a family court's order for a husband to pay maintenance to his estranged wife, citing her adulterous conduct. The court referenced a divorce decree that was granted based on the wife's adultery, disqualifying her from receiving maintenance under CrPC section 125(4). The wife's plea for increased maintenance was also dismissed.