Barcelona's Lamine Yamal faces backlash after reportedly hiring individuals with dwarfism for entertainment at his 18th birthday party. The Association of People with Achondroplasia and Other Skeletal Dysplasias with Dwarfism (ADEE) has condemned the act, planning legal action, deeming it discriminatory and perpetuating harmful stereotypes.
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Amidst discussions about Kuldeep Yadav's absence, Kevin Pietersen advocates for his inclusion in India's playing XI for the Lord's Test, emphasizing the need for variation in the bowling attack. Pietersen, who mentored Yadav at Delhi Capitals, shared insights into their discussions about bowling tactics in England.
Mitchell Starc voiced his astonishment at the batting-friendly pitches in the India-England Test series, labeling them "absolute highways." He admitted he wouldn't want to bowl to a in-form Shubman Gill on such surfaces. Starc observed the conditions resembled the sub-continent, making it challenging for bowlers, while dismissing concerns about high scores in England.
Shubman Gill's magnificent 269 propelled India to a commanding 587, leaving England trailing by 510 runs at stumps on Day 2. Gill's record-breaking innings surpassed numerous milestones, including the highest score by an Indian captain in Tests, exceeding Kohli's previous best. His knock also stands as the highest by an Indian batter in England and outside Asia, solidifying his place in cricket history.
Lord's infamous slope, running diagonally from the Pavilion End to the Nursery End, poses unique challenges for batters and wicketkeepers. Right-handers face increased movement away when batting from the Pavilion End, while deliveries from the Nursery End tend to cut back sharply. Indian batting coach Sitanshu Kotak emphasizes adapting to these conditions, viewing the slope as a natural variation.
In Pune, a 22-year-old data scientist's statement was recorded by the Chief Judicial Magistrate regarding her rape complaint against a delivery agent. Police took this step due to inconsistencies in her statements during questioning.
Sanjay Manjrekar suggests England's aggressive tactics unsettled Shubman Gill during his brief innings at Lord's, leading to his dismissal for 6. Manjrekar draws comparisons between Gill, Virat Kohli, and MS Dhoni, advising Gill to identify whether calmness or anger brings out his best performance.
Sheikh Hasina, the former prime minister of Bangladesh, faces indictment. This is regarding the deaths of protestors during an uprising last year. A tribunal accepted charges of crimes against humanity against her. The charges relate to a mass protest where many students died. An audio recording suggests Hasina ordered a deadly crackdown. The interim government seeks her extradition from India.
Tensions flared on Day 3 of the Edgbaston Test when Yashasvi Jaiswal was given out LBW, prompting a late review. England captain Ben Stokes contested the timing of the DRS call, leading to a heated discussion with the umpires and KL Rahul. Despite the drama and crowd's reaction, the review confirmed Jaiswal's dismissal.
Sidhi BJP MP Rakesh Mishra's suggestion to admit pregnant women a week early to address the lack of roads in Khaddi Khurd village has sparked controversy. Influencer Leela Sahu highlighted the issue, emphasizing the difficulty ambulances face, especially during monsoon.
Police investigating the murder of businessman Gopal Khemka in Patna have identified the shooter and are tracing his escape. Authorities are exploring connections to a Beur jail inmate and a possible link to a land dispute. The 2018 murder of Khemka's son is also under investigation, leading to jail raids, detentions, and the suspension of jail officials.