Mukesh Chandrakar, a prominent Bastar journalist, was murdered and his body was found in a septic tank in Bijapur district. Known for his reports on local issues, Mukesh had recently exposed a road construction scam. His murder is suspected to be linked to this report. Authorities are investigating a local contractor in connection to the crime.
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Several apartment owners' associations in Noida have issued a warning about a scam involving conmen impersonating police or court officials with fake arrest warrants. They gain entry by threatening guards with legal consequences. Residents are advised to verify visitors' credentials, report suspicious activity, and use video doorbells for security.
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MS Dhoni expressed his disinterest in social media despite managerial advice to boost his PR through various platforms. Dhoni emphasized the importance of good cricket over social media presence. Additionally, he humorously mentioned his reluctance to ride a bike with Suresh Raina due to safety concerns. Dhoni is set to return in IPL 2025 with Chennai Super Kings.
Ricky Ponting revealed his discussion with Steve Smith about facing Jasprit Bumrah during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Ponting noted that Bumrah's unique bowling style challenged Smith, who struggled to read his visual cues, leading to quick dismissals. Bumrah's exceptional performance, with 32 wickets at an average of 13.06, highlighted his dominance in the series.
DDCA will name their squad for the upcoming Ranji Trophy match against Saurashtra, with Rishabh Pant expected to lead the team. The association awaits confirmation on Virat Kohli’s participation. Delhi needs strong performances in the last two games to qualify for the knockouts, currently standing fourth in Group D with 14 points.
Amid a series of executive orders, President Trump warned of 100% tariffs on Brics nations if trade remains unbalanced, incorrectly mentioned Spain as a member. He also signed notable actions like withdrawing from the Paris Accord, ending birthright citizenship, and renaming the Gulf of Mexico, sparking legal and international challenges.
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UP CM Yogi Adityanath lauded the BJP's respect for labor. He compared PM Modi's honoring of Ram Mandir workers with the alleged historical severing of Taj Mahal workers' hands. He criticized opposition impeachment notices against the Rajya Sabha chairman and a judge advocating for a Uniform Civil Code. Yogi highlighted India's historical economic influence and the Sanatan religion's non-aggressive nature.