SP MP Ramji Lal Suman refuses to apologise for his remarks on Rana Sanga, citing historical sources including Nehru's book. Following the remarks, an alleged Karni Sena mob vandalized Suman's residence. Opposition parties staged a walkout, accusing the BJP of failing to prevent the violence.
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Batting maestro Virat Kohli avoided a ban after a shoulder bump with Australian debutant Sam Konstas during the fourth Test in Melbourne. The ICC fined Kohli 20% of his match fee and awarded a demerit point. The altercation, deemed a Level 1 or 2 offence, sparked debate on disciplinary consistency, with Kohli accepting his sanction.
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