Rohit Sharma, after a hiatus from Test cricket and T20Is, is preparing to return to ODIs, aiming to play until the 2027 World Cup. He's training with Abhishek Nayar, a former teammate and experienced coach known for his work with players like Dinesh Karthik.
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The Union Cabinet has approved four new semiconductor projects under the India Semiconductor Mission, boosting the nation's ecosystem. These projects, with an investment of Rs 4,600 crore, include India's first commercial compound fabrication facility and an advanced glass-based substrate packaging unit.
Amidst allegations of electoral roll errors and "vote theft," the Election Commission has urged political parties to address concerns during designated periods. The EC refuted claims of collusion and manipulation, emphasizing the importance of timely scrutiny and correction of voter lists. Rahul Gandhi has launched a "Vote Adhikar Yatra" in Bihar, protesting alleged irregularities in the electoral roll revision.
Congress plans a comprehensive audit of the 2019 Lok Sabha voters' list, alleging irregularities. KC Venugopal highlighted that opposition parties lost in 48 constituencies by narrow margins. He claimed PM Modi's mandate wasn't genuine, citing Rahul Gandhi's allegations of electoral fraud.
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The Centre's proposed GST revamp is set to significantly alter tax slabs, with approximately 90% of items from the 28% bracket potentially moving to 18%. Furthermore, about 99% of goods currently in the 12% slab could be shifted to the 5% bracket.
Senior Chinese diplomat Liu Jianchao, a potential future foreign minister, has been detained for questioning, raising concerns within the Communist Party. Liu, who heads the international department, was reportedly taken into custody after returning from an overseas trip. The reasons for his detention remain unclear, marking a high-level inquiry since the removal of former foreign minister Qin Gang.
Sanju Samson, Rajasthan Royals captain, may leave after the 2025 IPL season. He has reportedly told the franchise about exploring options. Aakash Chopra suggests Kolkata Knight Riders could be a good fit. Chopra cites KKR's need for an Indian wicketkeeper-batter. He also mentions concerns about Ajinkya Rahane's batting. Changes in Rajasthan Royals' strategy may have influenced Samson's decision.
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