Irfan Pathan revealed that Hardik Pandya, not Virat Kohli or Rohit Sharma, raised concerns about his on-air criticism during the Australia Test series in December 2024, leading to his removal from the IPL 2025 broadcast team.
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European leaders affirmed that Russia cannot dictate Ukraine's alliances. This came after talks between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin failed to end the Ukraine war. Europe pledged to support Ukraine's right to choose its future. Trump aimed for a deal, but key issues remained unresolved. Putin welcomed the talks and called for cooperation.
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Karnataka MLC SL Bhojegowda admitted to killing 2,500 dogs during his time as Chikkamagaluru municipal chief, sparking controversy during a council discussion on the state's stray dog problem. With 2.4 lakh dog bite cases and 19 rabies deaths reported this year, the debate highlighted the limitations of current sterilization and vaccination efforts.
President Trump is planning new tariffs on semiconductor chips and steel, potentially shaking global trade. The rates will start low to encourage domestic manufacturing before increasing significantly. Trump hinted at tariffs as high as 100% or even more on semiconductors, with exemptions for companies building in the U.S.
Jammu and Kashmir chief Minister Omar Abdullah criticized the Supreme Court's linking of terror attacks to Jammu and Kashmir's political future, asserting that Pakistan shouldn't dictate it through terrorism. He expressed disappointment over the Supreme Court's reference to the Pahalgam massacre and questioned the fairness of delaying statehood due to such incidents.
Frank's Sign, a diagonal earlobe crease, has sparked debate regarding its link to cardiovascular issues. Studies suggest a modest association with coronary artery disease and stroke, but aging and other factors complicate the connection. Experts emphasize that it's not a definitive diagnostic tool, advising focus on established risk factors like blood pressure and family history.
The BCCI is in no hurry to decide on Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's ODI future amidst speculation about their participation in the 2027 World Cup. With the Australia series in October being the next ODI commitment, their age is a talking point. While a farewell game was rumored, a BCCI source denied such discussions.
A Kolkata techie and his son, a national-level skater, were allegedly denied accommodation at a Noida hotel. The hotel cited police instructions against accommodating guests from Bangladesh, Punjab, and Jammu & Kashmir, which the police denied issuing. OYO has apologized, removed the hotel from its platform, and initiated an inquiry into the incident.
Jimmy Kimmel, the American television host, recently revealed that he has obtained Italian citizenship and is contemplating a move to Europe due to his fear of President Donald Trump. He expressed his concerns about the current political climate, noting that it is worse than anticipated.