India secured a win against Bangladesh, while Pakistan faced a setback with a loss to New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. With their upcoming match, former cricketer Shahid Afridi considers India as the favourites due to their stronger middle and lower order.
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Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan sustained serious injuries during an attempted burglary at his Bandra apartment early Wednesday. Khan confronted the intruder and was stabbed six times, with one wound dangerously close to his spine. He is in the hospital undergoing treatment as police investigate the incident.
SA20, now in its third season, has achieved sustainability for South African cricket, successfully bringing in top players and enthusiastic fans. The league, supported by IPL team owners, has overcome challenges with packed calendars and local broadcasting. Future aspirations include improving pitches and maintaining global appeal. TimesofIndia.com spoke to SA20 league commissioner and former Proteas skipper Graeme Smith on what he described as an "emotional time."
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In 1978, communal tensions in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh erupted into fierce riots, leaving 184 dead and dramatically shifting local demographics. Sparked by an incident at MGM College, the violence saw Hindu families fleeing the area. Recent efforts have restored land to some displaced families and reignited discussions about the tragic events and demands for justice.
Sandalwood actor Ranya Rao was arrested at Bengaluru airport with 14kg of gold bars, leading to her remand in judicial custody. Her father, senior IPS officer DGP K Ramachandra Rao, distanced himself from her activities. Authorities suspect she is part of a larger smuggling network. Ranya had been under scrutiny for frequent trips to the Gulf.
Union minister Nitin Gadkari emphasized his belief in service to society over religion or caste in public matters, even at the risk of losing elections or ministerial positions. Speaking at a minority institute’s convocation, he highlighted the transformative power of education, citing his support for the Anjuman-e-Islam institute and the success of its students.
An Indian Army JCO was killed in a gunfight with terrorists attempting to infiltrate across the Line of Control in Jammu's Akhnoor sector, marking a ceasefire violation by Pakistan. This incident occurred shortly after brigade commander-level talks aimed at de-escalating border tensions. Separately, in Kishtwar, security forces eliminated three Pakistani terrorists during a joint operation, recovering a cache of weapons.
BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad criticizes Rahul Gandhi for questioning India's merit system and doubts Gandhi's own qualifications for his role as the leader of the opposition. Gandhi's remarks highlighted the biases in India’s education and bureaucratic systems against Dalits, OBCs, and tribals.
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