In a surprising turn, Rohit Sharma declared his retirement from Test cricket via an Instagram story. This decision comes amidst reports suggesting his place in the upcoming Test series against England was uncertain. While stepping away from the longer format, the 38-year-old will continue to represent India in ODIs.
Related news
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee spoke at Oxford University on women's empowerment in Bengal, but was interrupted by students protesting post-poll violence and a controversial case. She emphasized the importance of unity and inclusive development while addressing accusations and challenges raised during her speech.
Persistent rain led to the abandonment of the match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals. DC, after a top-order collapse, recovered to post 133/7, thanks to Stubbs and Sharma's partnership. Cummins' impressive bowling spell put DC under early pressure. SRH are now out of the playoff race, while DC moved to fifth place.
AAP MP Swati Maliwal was detained by police for allegedly parking garbage trucks near the former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's residence. Earlier, Maliwal visited Vikaspuri's garbage dump to protest against the city's sanitation issues and planned to take the rubbish to Kejriwal's residence.
Ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad denied fleeing Syria as part of a pre-arranged plan. In a Facebook statement, Assad claimed he left Damascus on December 8th after rebels seized the capital, initially relocating to a Russian base. He insisted on continuing the fight but was evacuated to Russia following drone attacks on the base.
Republic Day in India, celebrated on January 26th, commemorates the adoption of the Indian Constitution. It marks the transition from British rule to a sovereign republic. The Constitution, largely crafted by Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, reflects the values of a diverse and democratic nation. This day is celebrated with patriotic fervor, cultural displays, and national pride.
Police in Mirzapur arrested five of six accused for beating a 14-year-old boy in Bardeehakala village over alleged theft charges. The boy’s uncle and cousins were involved in the attack, captured on video. Family disputes may have been a factor. The boy's mother reported severe injuries and the police are investigating.
Home Minister G Parameshwara announced an inquiry into the alleged misuse of police protocol services at Kempegowda International Airport following accusations of involvement in a gold smuggling racket. This comes after Sandalwood actor Ranya Rao, daughter of a top police official, was caught with 14.2kg of gold at the airport. The issue was heatedly debated in the legislative assembly.
The 2025 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, from February 27 to March 2, will feature 300 top prospects competing for 256 draft slots. Key players include Heisman winner Travis Hunter. Fans can watch on NFL Network, NFL+, or Fubo. Ohio State leads with 15 invited players. The event promises intense competition and excitement.
The Indian government criticized the US Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) for its annual report, which raised concerns about India's treatment of minorities and recommended sanctions against RAW. The foreign ministry accused USCIRF of a biased agenda and misrepresenting India's multicultural society.
The Indian government is seeking to appeal the London high court's decision to block the extradition of Sanjay Bhandari, citing breaches of Articles 3 and 6 of the ECHR. They argue that the burden of proof issue is not a denial of justice and that they should have been allowed to provide more assurances about Bhandari's treatment in Tihar jail.