In Parliament, Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi challenged Defence Minister Rajnath Singh regarding the Pahalgam attack, questioning the government's failure to prevent it. Gogoi highlighted unanswered questions about the attack, which claimed 22 lives, and criticized the government's internal security measures.
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The England and Wales Cricket Board has finalised deals with "six strategic partners" for The Hundred, injecting over £500 million into English and Welsh cricket, including £50 million for grassroots development. These partnerships mark a historic moment, making The Hundred the first UK sports competition to secure franchise partnerships of this scale.
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N Jagadeesan is likely to join the Indian team in England as cover for the injured Rishabh Pant, who suffered a metatarsal fracture. With Ishan Kishan also injured, selectors turned to Jagadeesan, currently awaiting visa processing. Pant had injured his toe on the opening day of the fourth Test while attempting a reverse sweep.
Rishabh Pant's injury after a blow to his foot marred India's progress on Day 1 against England as they reached 264/4 at stumps. Pant's pain and subsequent retired hurt disrupted a promising partnership with Sai Sudharsan who struck his maiden Test fifty. Earlier, India had a solid start, but quick wickets gave away the momentum.
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