The Supreme Court criticized Rahul Gandhi for his alleged defamatory remarks against the Indian Army, stating that a true Indian wouldn't make such statements. While staying the defamation case, the court questioned Gandhi about the basis of his claim that China occupied 2000 km of Indian land.
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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially banned participation in future World Championship of Legends tournaments, citing biased treatment from WCL following India Legends' withdrawal from their semi-final match against Pakistan. The PCB criticised WCL's response as hypocritical, accusing them of prioritising political and commercial interests over sporting neutrality and fair play.
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England's Harry Brook and Joe Root mounted a fierce counterattack, scoring centuries and turning the Oval into a battleground. India's Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna fought back, claiming crucial wickets to keep India in contention. With the series hanging in the balance, India needs four wickets on the final day to secure a 2-2 draw.
Haider Ali, a young Pakistan cricketer, has been arrested in England amidst the Shaheens' tour, facing allegations of rape. Greater Manchester Police are investigating the incident, which reportedly occurred on July 23, 2025. The PCB has provisionally suspended Ali and pledged full cooperation with the legal proceedings, casting a shadow over his promising career.
Prajwal Revanna, formerly earning Rs 1.2 lakh monthly as an MP, now faces a stark reality as inmate no. 15528 in Bengaluru Central Prison, where his potential earnings are capped at Rs 540 per month. Awaiting his work assignment, he will adhere to prison routines, including a fixed menu and limited phone calls and visitation.
Team India has set a formidable 374-run target for England in the fifth Test at The Oval, fueled by Yashasvi Jaiswal's century and crucial fifties from Akash Deep, Ravindra Jadeja, and Washington Sundar. England face a historic challenge, needing to surpass the highest-ever fourth-innings chase at The Oval, a record set in 1902.
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.
Ben Stokes' shoulder injury forces him to miss the final Test against India, leading to four changes in England's playing XI. Ollie Pope will take over the captaincy, while Ollie Pope will be the stand-in captain. Jacob Bethell, Gus Atkinson, Jamie Overton, and Josh Tongue are included, aiming to bolster the team's performance at The Oval.
India has vehemently refuted a British parliamentary committee report accusing it of transnational repression in the UK, dismissing the allegations as baseless. The Ministry of External Affairs stated that the report relies on dubious sources with a history of anti-India sentiment.