Jos Buttler revealed how a candid chat with Virat Kohli during IPL 2023 helped him cope with pressure. Kohli's honest admission of self-doubt and advice on expectations gave Buttler new perspective on performance and mental resilience in elite cricket.
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Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced a fresh caste survey following concerns from various stakeholders regarding the 2015-16 report. The Congress high command advised considering all perspectives on the survey. The new enumeration aims to address apprehensions and will be completed within 90 days, potentially impacting reservation policies for Backward Communities.
The government launched a Central Waqf Portal, requiring registered properties to upload details for a unique ID, aligning with the Waqf Amendment Act 2025. Minister Rijiju emphasized that only legitimate, documented properties will be included, urging states to meet the six-month deadline for uploading information. The portal aims for transparency and efficiency, though its legal validity faces challenges.
England dominated West Indies with a 37-run victory, completing a 3-0 T20I series sweep in Southampton. Ben Duckett's explosive 84 and Jamie Smith's quickfire 60 powered England to 248/3, their joint-highest T20I score at home. Despite Rovman Powell's valiant 79*, West Indies fell short at 211/8, with Luke Wood's 3-31 leading England's disciplined bowling attack.
Sonam Raghuvanshi, wife of Indore businessman Raja Raghuvanshi, has been arrested in Uttar Pradesh for allegedly orchestrating her husband's murder during their Meghalaya honeymoon. Police claim she conspired with her lover and hired killers. Three men have also been arrested, confessing to the crime. Sonam's father insists on her innocence and demands a CBI probe.
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A crowd in Pimpri's Premlok Park worshipped a gulmohar tree, mistaking water flowing from it as a miracle. The phenomenon, which drew garlands and offerings, was quickly debunked by PCMC officials. An underground water pipeline burst, causing the water to emerge through the tree's trunk, leading to repairs and discussions about awareness.
India has imposed anti-dumping duties on insoluble sulphur from China and Japan, along with vitamin-A palmitate from China, the EU, and Switzerland. This action, prompted by a DGTR investigation, aims to protect domestic manufacturers from unfairly priced imports.
The US Embassy in Israel sustained minor damage due to Iranian missile strikes near its Tel Aviv branch, confirmed the US Ambassador. While no injuries were reported among US personnel, the embassy and consulate will remain closed due to the ongoing security situation.
Varun Grover, the multifaceted screenwriter and comedian, recounted his early career experience on 'Oye! It's Friday!' hosted by Farhan Akhtar, where he noticed a stark pay disparity between writers and actors. Despite writing the material, Grover earned significantly less than Akhtar, leading him to question the value attributed to performers versus writers.