Australian batsman Usman Khawaja praised Jasprit Bumrah as the toughest bowler he has faced, after the Indian pacer's exceptional performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. Khawaja highlighted a crucial partnership with Travis Head, who also acknowledged Bumrah's impact and expressed relief over his non-participation in Austalia's 2nd innings of the Sydney Test because of injury.
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A US military aircraft landed in Punjab's Amritsar with 104 deported Indians, mostly from Haryana, Gujarat, and Punjab. The deportees include 25 women and 13 children. This is the first instance of the US using a military aircraft for such deportations, reflecting the new administration's efforts to expedite the removal of illegal migrants.
Iron Age in Tamil Nadu may have begun around 3,345 BCE, a thousand years earlier than previously believed, new carbon dating from burial urns in Sivagalai reveals. This challenges the notion that the Hittite Empire used iron first, redefining the timeline of iron usage in global archaeology.
Gopal Srinivasan, Chairman of TVS Capital Funds, criticizes the sustainability of India's quick-commerce sector, led by Zomato and Swiggy, as reliant on private equity without long-term viability. TVS Capital previously invested in Nykaa, viewing it as driven by a deeper market trend.
The Aam Aadmi Party government in Punjab announced the launch of a massive campaign against drugs, involving the establishment of rehab and drug de-addiction centers. Scheduled to begin shortly, the initiative will involve strict inspections and preparations on a war footing. IAS officer Sandeep Kumar will oversee inspections, with District Commissioners held accountable for readiness.
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 introduces significant rule changes, including the return of saliva to shine the ball and the use of a second ball in the second innings of evening matches. These amendments aim to provide some advantage to bowlers and address issues like the dew factor in night games.
The Supreme Court addressed petitions against the Waqf (Amendment) Act, focusing on 'waqf by user' and non-Muslim board inclusion. The court questioned disallowing 'waqf by user' due to document challenges, recognising its historical validity. Concerns were raised about violence during protests against the Act, with the court emphasizing that pending legal matters should not incite unrest.
A historic colonial-era structure, Mahafezkhana, has been demolished by the Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority to facilitate the Brahmaputra riverfront expansion. The heritage building, which withstood major earthquakes in 1897 and 1950, was demolished despite public outcry and suggestions for its preservation.
India Women set a new ODI record with a total of 435/5 against Ireland, thanks to centuries from Pratika Rawal and Smriti Mandhana. Mandhana's fast century and their 233-run partnership led India's dominance. This surpasses both Indian men's and women's previous highest scores, highlighting the rise of India's women in international cricket.
Connor McDavid made a surprise return against the St. Louis Blues. His wife, Lauren Kyle, shared a picture of him relaxing at home with their dog after the game. McDavid had been out with an injury. The Oilers had lost two of their last three games before his return. Coach Kris Knoblauch said McDavid insisted on playing.