Rishabh Pant is on the cusp of breaking Virender Sehwag's record for most sixes by an Indian in Test cricket. Needing just five more sixes, Pant could achieve this milestone in the upcoming Lord's Test against England. His rapid ascent to this point is remarkable, considering he's played significantly fewer matches than Sehwag and Rohit Sharma.
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Pop sensation Taylor Swift surprised everyone at Tight End University event in Nashville. Travis Kelce planned this secretly. Swift joined Kane Brown on stage. She performed her hit song “Shake It Off”. Kelce revealed Swift prepared backstage. She impressed everyone with her impromptu performance. Fans admired Swift and Kelce's supportive relationship. The event became unforgettable due to Swift's electrifying presence.
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Pakistan's army chief honored Captain Karnal Sher Khan, a Kargil war "martyr," despite initially refusing to accept his body after it was found on Tiger Hill. India stated that Pakistan denied acknowledging its army's involvement in Kargil, refusing to identify Khan to conceal their role and disservice the families of their soldiers.
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Aamir Khan and Genelia D’Souza’s ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ continues its box office success, earning close to Rs. 2 crore on its third Tuesday. The film's total collection in India has reached Rs. 151.90 crore across all languages. Despite new releases and a weekday dip, the heartwarming drama maintains a strong audience hold, showcasing the struggles and strengths of neurodivergent kids through a sports narrative.