Lucknow Super Giants aim for their first home victory against Punjab Kings, led by Rishabh Pant, after rebounding from a narrow loss with a win over Sunrisers Hyderabad. Key players Pooran, Marsh, and Thakur are expected to perform, with Pant under pressure to deliver a strong performance.
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Rahul Gandhi visited the family of the 2020 Hathras rape victim, sparking criticism from UP Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak. Pathak accused Gandhi of exploiting the situation and inciting unrest. Four years later, the victim's family still awaits justice, holding onto her ashes. They express frustration over unfulfilled promises and the acquittal of three accused, highlighting their ongoing struggle.
Rajasthan Royals aim to avoid a third consecutive defeat as they face Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2025 in Guwahati. CSK, recovering from a heavy loss against RCB, hope the slower Guwahati pitch benefits their spin attack. Weather is predicted to be warm and pleasant.
A US district judge issued a nationwide preliminary injunction blocking President Trump’s executive order to restrict birthright citizenship. The order aimed to deny citizenship to children born in the US to non-citizen parents. The ruling cited conflict with the Fourteenth Amendment and potential irreparable harm to families. The lawsuit is likely to reach the US Supreme Court.
Nearly two years after Odisha health minister Naba Das' assassination, BJP and BJD have clashed over the investigation. BJP MP Pradeep Purohit claimed a conspirator is being shielded, while MLA Jayanarayan Mishra alleged involvement of BJD politicians and officials. BJD refuted the claims, defending the police's investigation and openness to a CBI probe.
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