India's non-leather footwear industry in Tamil Nadu, a hub for global brands, faces a potential crisis due to a looming 50% US tariff. Brands like Nike and Crocs may pause new export orders, fearing eroded competitiveness compared to Vietnam and Indonesia. Apparel exporters are also pressured to shift US production elsewhere.
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A dramatic final session on Day 4 at The Oval injected life into the Test match. Indian seamers, led by Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna, bowled with intensity, creating numerous chances. Despite England's strong position, India's spirited effort, fueled by Joe Root's wicket and Jacob Bethell's dismissal, ignited the crowd.
A special NIA court in Jammu has charged three Jamaat-e-Islami operatives and a trust for allegedly raising and using funds to promote the banned organization's activities, violating the UAPA. The accused include Amir Mohammad Shamsi, Abdul Hamid Ganai, and Pakistan-based Mushtaq Ahmad Mir, along with the Al-Huda Educational Trust. Evidence includes witness statements, financial records, and money transfers.
The Supreme Court upheld Medha Patkar's conviction in a defamation case initiated by VK Saxena. However, the court removed the Rs 1 lakh penalty previously imposed. A Delhi court had earlier issued a warrant against Patkar for not complying with the sentencing order. The Delhi High Court had also supported Patkar's conviction, stating that her challenge relied on minor technicalities.
Yashasvi Jaiswal's century in the fifth Test against England propelled India to a historic milestone, equaling the record for most hundreds scored by a team in a single Test series. India's dominant batting performance, led by Shubman Gill's record-breaking run tally, saw five batters surpass 400 runs, solidifying their command in the series.
Shubman Gill's impressive stint as India's Test captain concluded at The Oval, marked by a standing ovation despite his dismissal for 11. He amassed 754 runs in the series, the second-highest by an Indian batter, only behind Sunil Gavaskar. Gill also became the second captain after Don Bradman to score 750+ runs in their debut series as Test captain.
Harsh Goenka mocked Donald Trump's suggestion of Pakistan selling oil to India, deeming it highly improbable. Trump claimed a deal with Pakistan to develop its 'massive' oil reserves, potentially leading to sales to India. However, Pakistan's proven reserves are significantly smaller than India's, and it heavily relies on oil imports, making Trump's scenario unlikely.
The INDIA bloc has strongly criticized the Supreme Court's remarks against Rahul Gandhi regarding his comments on the Indian Army and Chinese aggression. The alliance defended Rahul's right to question the government as leader of opposition, emphasizing the duty to hold the government accountable on matters of national interest.
Ectopic heartbeats, those occasional skipped or extra beats, are usually harmless and often triggered by caffeine, stress, or exercise. While unsettling, they rarely indicate a serious heart problem, especially in healthy individuals. However, if accompanied by chest pain, fainting, or shortness of breath, consulting a doctor is recommended to rule out underlying issues.