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India's team selection for the final Test against England at The Oval sparked debate, especially regarding Arshdeep Singh's continued absence despite regaining fitness. While Arshdeep remained patient, Kuldeep Yadav and Abhimanyu Easwaran also awaited their opportunities. Ultimately, India opted for a pace-heavy attack, reflecting the recent dominance of fast bowlers at The Oval, as they aimed to level the series.
A flash flood in Dharali, Uttarkashi, triggered by the Kheer Gad stream, has left a trail of destruction. Sohan Singh Panwar, a hotel worker, recounts the terrifying moment when the Shiwalik Hotel collapsed, prompting frantic screams and a desperate escape.
During the tense fourth day of the fifth Test, India's captain Shubman Gill was overheard on the stump mic urging the injured Akash Deep to return to bowling. This occurred as England's Joe Root and Harry Brook formed a formidable partnership, pushing England closer to victory. England ended the day at 339/6, needing only 35 more runs to win.
In a significant move, the US has unveiled revised global tariff rates, impacting numerous nations and the EU. President Trump's Executive Order imposes tariffs from 10% to over 41%, factoring in geopolitical risks and trade imbalances. Syria, Laos, and Myanmar face the highest levies, while the UK and Brazil receive preferential 10% rates.
Border Security Force (BSF) troops shot and injured a Pakistani intruder along the International Border in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district on Monday. The intruder was part of a group attempting to infiltrate Indian territory near the Hiranagar sector. Alert BSF personnel noticed the group and issued repeated warnings, which were ignored, leading to the firing.
Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's romantic film 'Saiyaara' continues its successful box office run, earning Rs 6.50 crore on its 14th day, bringing the total domestic collection to Rs 280.50 crore. Despite facing competition from new releases like 'Kingdom', the film is holding strong, although experiencing a dip in daily collections.
US Presdient Donald Trump has declared his intention to significantly increase tariffs on India, citing country's purchase of Russian oil. He accuses India of profiting by reselling Russian oil while disregarding the conflict in Ukraine.
Bengaluru FC have suspended salaries for its first-team players and staff, including Sunil Chhetri, due to uncertainty surrounding the Indian Super League's future. This decision follows unresolved issues between FSDL and AIFF, impacting the league's continuation. The club emphasises its commitment to youth development while urging a swift resolution to the impasse for the sake of Indian football.
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Day Two of the fifth Test at The Oval witnessed a dramatic collapse, with 15 wickets tumbling, the most in this series so far. England's promising start faltered against India's pace attack, led by Siraj and Krishna, who claimed four wickets each. India lost two wickets in their second innings, intensifying the pressure in this high-stakes encounter.