Rajasthan Royals pacer Jofra Archer set an unwanted IPL record by conceding 76 runs in his four-over spell against Sunrisers Hyderabad. This performance is now the most expensive in IPL history. SRH's Ishan Kishan scored a rapid century, leading his team to a huge total of 286 for 6, the second-highest in IPL history.
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Lightning and thunder halted play on the final morning of the rain-affected third Test between India and Australia at the Gabba. Australia quickly took the last Indian wicket, securing a 185-run lead. The ICC's 30:30 lightning rule, prioritizing safety, led to the suspension, as the match moved towards a draw on the concluding day.
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Mark Zuckerberg's gold-plated Cuban link chain is up for auction, with bids exceeding $40,000. The proceeds will benefit Inflection Grants, supporting unconventional creative projects. The winning bidder receives the chain and a personalized authentication video from Zuckerberg. The chain holds sentimental value as Zuckerberg plans to engrave it with a Jewish prayer he sings to his daughters.
Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath addressed speculation about his prime ministerial ambitions, emphasizing his commitment to serving Uttar Pradesh and rejecting any discord with BJP's central leadership. He defended the government's bulldozer action and the ban on offering namaz on public roads, calling for discipline during public events and religious gatherings.
A fire erupted at the Annapurna Girls Hostel in Greater Noida, with students leaping from balconies to escape. The fire, caused by an air conditioner's compressor explosion, led to no casualties. The fire department promptly managed the situation, ensuring no students were trapped inside. Videos captured the dramatic escape efforts of the hostel's residents.
The Congress party has expressed concerns over the deportation of 50 Indian nationals to Panama by the Trump administration. The Indian embassy in Panama is working to ensure their well-being. These Indians are part of a larger group of 299 migrants from various countries sent to Panama.
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