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Royal Challengers Bengaluru ended their 17-year drought at MA Chidambaram Stadium by defeating Chennai Super Kings by 50 runs in an IPL 2025 clash. RCB posted a formidable 196/7 with key contributions from Rajat Patidar, Phil Salt and Virat Kohli. Despite MS Dhoni's late efforts, CSK's chase faltered, marking RCB's first win at Chepauk since 2008.
England captain Heather Knight displayed visible frustration when rain interrupted play during the second T20I against Australia, halting a close chase. England, needing only six runs from five balls under the DLS method, ultimately lost by six runs. Knight praised her team's fight and expressed pride in their performance. Australia went on to win the rain-affected match by six runs in Canberra.
A madrasa manager in Shravasti named Mubarak Ali, also known as Noori, was arrested along with four others for running a counterfeit currency operation. They used a room in the madrasa to print fake notes and distributed them through Noori's wives. Police recovered fake currency, printing equipment, and other items during the raid.
A US judge halted the deportation of Palestinian student Mahmoud Khalil, detained by immigration officials executing a State Department directive to cancel his green card. Khalil, involved in Columbia University's Gaza ceasefire protests, awaits further legal proceedings. The case raises debates on free speech and legal grounds for deportation amidst national security concerns.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon has mandated five days of office work starting this month, asserting it is the best way to run the company. Dimon highlighted the importance of in-person work for learning, innovation, and company culture, emphasizing its criticality for younger employees and managerial communication.
Donald Trump has signed an executive order to overhaul elections in his country, citing 'failure to enforce basic protections.' The order requires states to share voter lists with federal agencies and mandates documentary proof of citizenship for voters. Legal challenges are anticipated based on states' constitutional authority over elections.
A British national was allegedly raped and molested at a hotel in South West Delhi's Mahipalpur, leading to the arrest of a man and a housekeeping staff member. The woman, who met the accused through social media and arrived in India earlier this month, reported the incident to the police.
US President Donald Trump announced that India had agreed to significantly reduce tariffs, highlighting the restrictive trade barriers faced by American goods. The development coincides with Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal's visit to the US for trade negotiations. Meanwhile, US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick emphasized the need for a comprehensive deal encompassing various sectors, including agriculture and defense.
Delhi's IGIA faced significant disruptions as over 350 flights were delayed due to ongoing air traffic congestion, impacting operations for a second consecutive day. Passengers experienced long queues and crowded terminals. While flight operations are improving, residual effects from adverse weather conditions persist. IndiGo confirmed that flights are being held due to congestion, affecting its network.