Ashwani Kumar, a left-arm pacer for Mumbai Indians, had a memorable IPL debut by taking a wicket with his first ball against Kolkata Knight Riders. His breakthrough came with a spectacular catch by Tilak Varma. This early strike helped Mumbai Indians dominate the game. Ashwani, from Punjab, impressed in his eagerly anticipated debut.
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22-year-old television actor Aman Jaiswal, known for his role in 'Dhartiputra Nandini,' tragically lost his life in a road accident when his bike was hit by a truck. Despite efforts, he succumbed to his injuries. Tributes and condolences pour in from fans and colleagues mourning his untimely death.
Two people operating an unlicensed tattoo parlor in Trichy were arrested by police. The duo advertised extreme body modifications like tongue splitting and eyeball tattooing on social media. Authorities discovered surgical equipment during an inspection and sealed the shop due to public health risks. The owner, who reportedly received eyeball tattooing in Mumbai, lacked proper training.
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