Whitewashing of Sambhal Jama Masjid began following an Allahabad high court order. The court allowed decorative lighting without structural modifications. The mosque gained attention after a local court's survey order led to unrest in November 2024. The dispute involved claims the mosque was built over an ancient temple. Clashes occurred, raising debates around the Places of Worship Act, 1991.
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Former PCB chairman Ramiz Raja criticised the decision to start their Champions Trophy campaign against New Zealand instead of Bangladesh. He argued this increased pressure on the team, leading to a loss to India, where Virat Kohli's stellar unbeaten century proved pivotal. Raja praised Kohli's all-round performance in the match.
Mumbai Police confirmed that the face of accused Shariful Islam matches CCTV footage from Saif Ali Khan's residence. Police conducted a facial recognition test as a standard procedure, not due to doubts about his identity. Shariful surveyed Bandra and Khar areas, then committed burglary at Saif Ali Khan's home, leading to an attack on the actor.
Former cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu is confident that Virat Kohli will continue his career for another 2-3 years following his recent performance. Kohli's unbeaten century against Pakistan highlights his resilience and determination, setting expectations for more centuries in the coming years.
Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district intensified their search for remaining terrorists after an encounter resulted in the deaths of four policemen and two Pakistani terrorists. The ongoing 'Operation Safiyan' is conducted by the J&K Police, Army, NSG, BSF, and CRPF. War-like stores were recovered, including IED materials and grenades.
Several star cricketers will be missing the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy due to injuries, personal reasons, and unexpected retirements. Key players such as India's Jasprit Bumrah, England's Jacob Bethell, and Australia's Pat Cummins lead the list, leaving their teams to find replacements. The absence of these players is expected to significantly impact their teams' performances.
A mother in Yekaterinburg, Russia, heroically shielded her five-year-old child from a Rottweiler attack by using her own body. She suffered severe injuries but held onto her child until help arrived. The dog had escaped from a resident, it was reported. It wore a metal collar, indicating it was a pet, not a stray. Authorities are investigating the incident.
At least 16 Maha Kumbh pilgrims have been killed and 28 injured in four road accidents across Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat. In one tragic incident, an SUV from Chhattisgarh collided with a bus near Prayagraj, resulting in the death of all 10 SUV occupants. Authorities have pledged assistance to the victims' families.
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Virat Kohli's strategic on-field guidance helped Mohammed Siraj dismiss Steve Smith on Day 4 of the fourth Test, a crucial moment for India. Kohli advised Siraj to bowl from the wide edge of the crease, leading to Smith's edge to Rishabh Pant. Siraj's double strike, including dismissing Usman Khawaja, kept India in contention.