Virat Kohli and the Indian cricket team engaged in their first training session in Dubai ahead of the Champions Trophy. Despite an intense practice, Kohli maintained his routine by arranging a post-session meal. A concerning moment arose when a Pandya slash injured Rishabh Pant's knee, but he continued to bat with determination.
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IMA's Haryana unit has announced the suspension of Ayushman Bharat scheme services by 600 private hospitals from February 3 because of pending reimbursements worth Rs 400 crore. Facing financial difficulties due to delayed state government payments, hospitals are unable to sustain operations.
Human skulls have been stolen from a graveyard in Bhagalpur district, Bihar. The latest theft involved a woman's skull, buried about five and a half months ago. Similar incidents have occurred over the past five years. The police are investigating but have found no clues yet. Locals suspect black magic and are frightened.
A Delhi court has sentenced former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar to two life terms for murdering a Sikh man and his son during the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. Despite the brutal nature of the crimes, mitigating factors such as Kumar's age and health led the judge to opt for life imprisonment instead of the death penalty. Kumar is already serving another life sentence for similar crimes.
Stock market today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in red on Thursday. While BSE Sensex was down over 300 points, Nifty50 was below 22,900.
India's triumph in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is being celebrated worldwide, with Google adding a special fireworks display for specific search keywords. Brands like Swiggy, Zomato, Uber, and Reliance Jio conveyed their congratulations through creative social media posts, praising the team's determination and spirit.
Two teenage boys murdered 38-year-old farmer Lokesh Gangwar in Bareilly to avenge their family's honor. Lokesh was in a relationship with one of the accused's mother. The boys strangled him with a belt, led by their anger over the relationship. Both are now in juvenile detention.
Jasprit Bumrah has emerged as one of India's top fast bowlers across all formats since his debut in 2016. Former bowling coach Paras Mhambrey praised Bumrah's focus, constant need to improve, and his effective leadership skills. Despite concerns about his unique bowling action, Mhambrey hopes Bumrah’s body supports him for at least the next five years.
A 14-year-old girl from Auraiya accused her grandfather, father, and uncle of repeatedly raping her for about a year, resulting in a two-month pregnancy. The police arrested the accused and presented them in court. The girl escaped to her aunt's house after death threats and filed a complaint with the police.
After a thrilling IPL match between Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Mitchell Starc shared a friendly moment. This contrasted their earlier sledging incident during a Test series. Jaiswal asked Starc about his Delhi experience. Both players previously played for Kolkata Knight Riders. Their sportsmanship is being praised by fans. The moment highlights respect in cricket.