New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra suffered a forehead injury during an ODI tri-series match against Pakistan after misjudging a catch under poor floodlights at Gaddafi Stadium. He received immediate medical attention. The incident has raised safety concerns, prompting fans to urge an upgrade in lighting conditions ahead of the Champions Trophy.
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Donald Trump and Melania Trump attended a Church service at St. John’s in Washington, a tradition for presidential inaugurations. Notable tech industry leaders like Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos, and Tim Cook were present, along with other prominent figures. This Inauguration ceremony is held indoors due to sub-zero temperatures, with Joe Biden greeting the incoming president.
Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar defended his government's efforts in women's education against criticisms in the legislative council. Citing a 53.33% female literacy rate from the 2011 census, he claimed significant improvements and dismissed opposition accusations, but was criticized for past comments on women's attire.
Team India announced its squad for the ICC Champions Trophy and ODI series against England, excluding right-arm seamer Mohammed Siraj despite his recent regular appearances. Captain Rohit Sharma cited the need for bowlers effective across all phases, prioritising Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, and Arshdeep Singh. Uncertainty remains over Bumrah's fitness, with Harshit Rana temporarily replacing him.
Justice Dinesh Maheshwari, a former Supreme Court judge, has been appointed as the chairman of the 23rd Law Commission by the Central Government. The commission's responsibilities include submitting a report on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), studying laws impacting the poor, and identifying laws hindering India's economic progress. The 23rd Law Commission will be functional until August 2027.
Ravichandran Ashwin returned to Chennai after retiring from international cricket midway through India's tour of Australia. He received a grand welcome from family, friends and neighbours. Ashwin played for 14 years and took 537 Test wickets. He made the retirement announcement after the third Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy in Brisbane.
Hamas released Israeli soldier Agam Berger and two other Israeli hostages in the third round of hostage-prisoner exchanges, under the current Gaza conflict ceasefire. In exchange, Israel freed 110 prisoners, including 30 minors. The next exchange, scheduled for the weekend, will involve the release of three Israeli men, as tensions continue between the two sides.
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