India and the United States concluded the fifth round of BTA negotiations in Washington, aiming to finalize an interim trade deal before August 1 to address Trump-era tariffs. Discussions covered agriculture, automobiles, and SCOMET, with India resisting duty concessions on dairy.
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Mohammed Siraj on Sunday bowled a breathtaking spell at Lord’s, rattling England’s top order with pace, bounce, and on-the-face aggression. In a 60-minute burst of hostility, the open-chested predator became the face of India’s charge, silencing the Bazballers with his venomous precision.
To ease the financial burden on commuters during highway expansions, the road transport ministry has proposed halving the toll for two-lane highways being upgraded to four lanes. This reduction, from the current 60% to 30% of the normal toll, aims to compensate for the inconvenience caused by ongoing construction.
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Union Public Service Commission declared the final results for Employees’ State Insurance Corporation Nursing Officer recruitment 2025. The exam occurred on July 7, 2024. UPSC aimed to fill 1,930 Group B Nursing Officer positions. 1,893 candidates are recommended for appointment after the selection process. 37 posts remained vacant. Qualified candidates can check results on the UPSC website.
Uddhav Thackeray has affirmed the alliance with his cousin Raj Thackeray, emphasizing their commitment to Maharashtra's progress and Marathi identity. He stated that discussions are ongoing and expressed readiness to act in the interest of Marathi people, language, and culture. Thackeray also addressed concerns about potential local-level decisions by Congress within the MVA alliance for municipal elections.
The Supreme Court has commuted the death sentences of two convicts, emphasizing that the brutality of a crime cannot be the sole determinant for capital punishment. The court stressed the importance of considering mitigating circumstances such as socio-economic background and psychological state. The convicts will now serve life sentences without the possibility of remission.
Ajinkya Rahane believes India's missed opportunities cost them the Lord's Test against England. He highlighted Rishabh Pant's run-out and Karun Nair's dismissal as critical turning points. Rahane praised England's intensity and character, particularly Ben Stokes's exceptional fielding.
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.
A 14-year-old girl in Bulandshahr's Khurja area tragically died by suicide after being gang-raped by three minors. The assault occurred on June 28, leading to an FIR being filed under relevant laws. Overwhelmed by trauma and mental stress following the incident, the girl was found dead at her home, prompting a police investigation.