Axar Patel's hopes of securing a hat-trick in India's opening match of the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 against Bangladesh were thwarted by a dropped catch from skipper Rohit Sharma. Axar had dismantled Bangladesh's batting lineup with two wickets in consecutive deliveries, but Rohit missed the crucial catch to seal the hat-trick, resulting in a missed opportunity.
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Maharashtra cyber police have registered a criminal case against a user, Ratnahastin, for making derogatory edits to Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj's Wikipedia profile. They are working on identifying the individual, following chief minister Devendra Fadnavis's directive. Notices were sent to Wikipedia, requesting the removal of the offending content.
India achieved considerable progress in its defence sector in 2024, including record-breaking indigenous production and exports, strategic international collaborations, and the addition of new military assets. Key developments include the commissioning of indigenous aircraft and ships, high-value contracts for advanced drones, the launch of new surveillance satellites, and successful military collaborations with countries like the US, Spain, and France.
The devasthan department's commissioner in Udaipur has ruled against Siddhi Kumari, a BJP MLA, in favor of Rajyashree Kumari and other trustees in a trust management dispute. Siddhi Kumari was accused of misusing her position to control trusts established by Bikaner's last maharaja, Dr. Karni Singh.
Senior advocate Dayan Krishnan, who led India's successful extradition case against 26/11 Mumbai attack plotter Tahawwur Rana in the US, will now spearhead the NIA's prosecution in Delhi. Rana, a key accomplice of David Headley, is en route to India after his final appeal was rejected by the US Supreme Court on April 4.
Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma, mentored by Yuvraj Singh, apparently are intimidated by his strict guidance, revealed Yuvraj's mother. Yuvraj actively reviews their performances. Meanwhile, B Sai Sudharsan, after his impressive innings alongside Shubman Gill in IPL 2025, praised Gill's experience and their effective partnership. Sudharsan's stellar form and Gill's continued success helped Gujarat Titans post a competitive total.
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US immigration authorities are set to conduct nationwide arrests of undocumented immigrants on Tuesday, following the directives of Donald Trump's incoming administration. Chicago will be one of the targeted cities. The operation, led by ICE and described as a 'large-scale immigration raid,' aims to enforce immigration laws strictly. Chicago police confirmed they will not interfere with federal operations.
Maharashtra govt announced guardian ministers for all 36 districts, with CM Fadnavis becoming the first CM to be a guardian minister for Gadchiroli. Deputy CM Shinde will oversee Mumbai City and Thane, while Deputy CM Pawar will manage Beed and Pune. The appointments include significant role allocations to Shiv Sena, BJP, and NCP leaders.