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Chennai Super Kings faced a crushing defeat against Kolkata Knight Riders, losing by eight wickets at Chepauk on Friday. This marks their first-ever streak of three consecutive losses at their home ground. CSK's batting faltered, managing a mere 103 for nine, their lowest total at Chepauk. KKR chased down the target swiftly in a little more than 10 overs
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has promised a firm response to the Pahalgam terror attack. Twenty-six people, mostly tourists, died in the attack. The government will hunt down the perpetrators and those behind the attack. A high-level meeting was held with top military officials. Additional troops are being deployed for search operations.
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge accused the BJP government of undermining the Constitution on the 76th Republic Day, highlighting assaults on institutions and minorities. Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi reaffirmed their commitment to protecting the Constitution, and MP Abhishek Singhvi criticized the government's monarchical tendencies that threaten India's republic status.
Pakistani fast bowler Mohammad Amir has announced his retirement from international cricket once again, just months after reversing an earlier retirement to play in the T20 World Cup. Amir, whose career was marked by a spot-fixing ban, had previously retired in 2020 citing mental distress, before briefly returning earlier this year.
Aasif Sheikh, known for his role in Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain!, suffered a severe back spasm and sciatica pain while shooting for the show's film. He was brought to Mumbai in a wheelchair and is receiving steroid injections and painkillers. The actor hopes to recover soon with complete bed rest and resume shooting.