Captain Ayush Mhatre's brilliant century powered India U-19 to a commanding 420 for 6 against England U-19 on the first day of the Youth Test. Mhatre's 102, along with Vihaan Malhotra's 67, laid a strong foundation. Abhigyan Kundu (90) and Rahul Kumar (85) further dominated the English bowlers with aggressive batting, propelling India to a formidable score.
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Artificial Intelligence is subtly reshaping Delhi’s higher education, transforming student learning into a streamlined but superficial process. A CPRG survey reveals heavy AI reliance for research and writing, yet trust in its accuracy remains low. While students embrace convenience, educators worry about eroded critical thinking and academic depth, exposing a policy vacuum amid accelerating digital dependence.
At Lord's, England assistant coach Marcus Trescothick boldly predicted securing six Indian wickets in the first hour of Day 5, as India stood at 58 for 4, chasing 193. England's momentum surged after Ben Stokes' late dismissal of Akash Deep, fueling their confidence. Washington Sundar's 4/22 spell earlier restricted England to 192, setting up a tense final day.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has strongly criticized Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's remarks questioning Prime Minister Modi's recent five-nation tour, deeming them “irresponsible and regrettable.” The MEA disassociated the government from Mann's statements, which mocked the relevance of Modi's visits to countries like Ghana and Brazil.
Following England's crushing defeat in the second Test, former captains Geoffrey Boycott and Michael Vaughan have unleashed harsh criticism on Zak Crawley and Chris Woakes. Boycott slammed Crawley's batting technique, deeming it unchanged and ineffective, while Vaughan questioned Crawley's place in the team, citing his low average despite numerous opportunities.
In Himachal's Mandi district, Tuneja Thakur, a 20-year-old woman, displayed incredible resilience after being buried in a landslide. For five hours, she clawed through mud and debris, creating a breathing space and digging her way out. Her determination to survive amidst the devastating flash floods has been hailed as a miracle, with officials praising her courage.
AB de Villiers honoured MS Dhoni on his 44th birthday, acknowledging his intimidating presence and remarkable career. Dhoni's captaincy led India to victory in three major ICC tournaments. Former selector Kiran More recognised Dhoni's aggressive batting style. Dhoni's recent induction into the ICC Hall of Fame celebrates his significant contributions to cricket.