Jammu and Kashmir’s Anti-Corruption Bureau unearthed irregularities in the 2020 Fire and Emergency Services recruitment, with 109 candidates receiving falsely inflated marks. The investigation revealed candidates’ marks manipulation and selection of officials' relatives. Allegations are under the Prevention of Corruption Act and other IPC sections.
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The annual skiing and snowboarding championship in Auli, scheduled for March 16-19, has been postponed for the third year due to inadequate snowfall. Despite preparations, the lack of sufficient snow depth on the slopes led to this decision. The event was initially set for January but was delayed in hopes of better snowfall, which didn’t occur.
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025, starting February 19 in Pakistan, marks the return of the ODI tournament after an eight-year break. Group A includes India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and New Zealand, promising exciting matches. India, led by Rohit Sharma, and Pakistan, the hosts, are strong contenders, with New Zealand and Bangladesh aiming to surprise.
The 2022 T20 World Cup thriller saw India clinch a four-wicket victory over Pakistan at Melbourne Cricket Ground. Virat Kohli's unbeaten 82 off 53 balls, supported by Hardik Pandya's crucial 40 runs and three wickets, led to a remarkable turnaround after a shaky start and intense pressure. Kohli's unbeaten 82 featured six fours and four sixes, cementing his innings as one of the greatest in T20 World Cup history.
Afghanistan's Noor Ahmad made a stellar debut for CSK, taking a four-wicket haul to lead his team to a win over MI in their IPL 2025 opener. His performance restricted MI to 155/9, with Ahmad outshining with 4 for 18. Rachin Ravindra’s unbeaten 65 ensured CSK’s chase was successful, sealing victory in 19.1 overs.
Luigi Mangione, 26, faces murder charges for the death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Police linked Mangione to the crime through DNA, fingerprints, a matching 3D-printed pistol, and surveillance footage. Inscribed shell casings and Mangione's writings suggest a motive tied to corporate criticism, though he denies involvement.
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Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj led India's attack brilliantly on the fourth day of the Boxing Day Test. Bumrah's standout performance, including his 200th Test wicket, and Siraj's increased speed helped dismantle Australia's middle order. Despite a dramatic collapse, Australia extended their lead to 333 runs thanks to contributions from Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon.
India and the Maldives will explore ways to boost defence cooperation as defence ministers Rajnath Singh and Mohammed Ghassan Maumoon meet in New Delhi. The discussions will cover training, exercises, defence projects, and equipment supply. This comes amid improving bilateral relations and recent diplomatic engagements between the two nations.
A BBC documentary, "Children of the Bombs," exposes the devastating impact of crude bombs in West Bengal politics. Since 1996, at least 565 children have been killed or injured, often mistaking bombs for toys. The film features heartbreaking accounts from survivors like Puchi and Poulami, who lost limbs in explosions.