Pakistan is poised to host the 2025 Champions Trophy, marking the country's first ICC event in nearly three decades. With strong batting and pace attacks, the team, led by Mohammad Rizwan, aims to defend its title amid high expectations and the excitement of home ground advantage. Cricket fever is set to sweep across Pakistan once again, despite the nation’s struggles with financial and political turmoil.
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A French court sentenced Dominique Pelicot to 20 years for drugging and orchestrating the rapes of his ex-wife. Over 20 men were also found guilty. Pelicot drugged Gisèle for years and invited men to assault her. He also filmed the crimes. Police found evidence suggesting Pelicot abused his daughter. Gisèle's bravery has made her a symbol for survivors.
Former Karnataka DGP Om Prakash was murdered by his wife Pallavi during lunch at their Bengaluru home. She stabbed him multiple times after an alleged history of domestic violence. Pallavi later confessed via WhatsApp. A property dispute and claims of abuse, drugging, and digital surveillance are being probed. Their daughter Kriti's role remains unclear. Investigation continues.
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A blast-like noise occurred at Islamabad Police Station in Amritsar, Punjab, around 3 am on Tuesday. Ten individuals from an organized module were arrested after claiming responsibility on social media. Police detained two brothers, one a juvenile, and are pursuing Aman Khokhar and others. No damage or injuries were reported.
Rishabh Pant's astonishing 33-ball 61 at the Sydney Cricket Ground stunned Australia on Day 3 of the Test match, with a strike rate of 184.85. His aggressive knock, including 6 fours and 4 sixes, moved India from a difficult position to a lead of 145 runs at stumps.
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