The Election Commission of India (ECI) has strongly refuted Rahul Gandhi's allegations of electoral misconduct, labeling them as "wild" and unsubstantiated. The ECI stated that Gandhi has not engaged with the commission despite repeated attempts at communication. Gandhi accused the ECI of complicity in "vote theft" and working for the BJP, threatening to expose their alleged actions.
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Abhimanyu Easwaran's wait for his Test debut extends beyond 961 days, despite multiple call-ups and team tours. While 15 other players have debuted since his initial selection, Easwaran remains a reserve, witnessing leadership changes and younger players being preferred. His patience is being tested, having been part of major Test series without getting a chance to play.
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