Shubman Gill is set to succeed Rohit Sharma as India's Test captain, despite mixed leadership numbers. Teammates and coaches praise his calm demeanor, game understanding, and communication skills. Gujarat Titans, led by Gill, currently top the IPL table, but their middle-order vulnerabilities were exposed in a recent loss, highlighting the team's reliance on its top order.
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The remains of St. Teresa of Avila were recently displayed, drawing devotees after over a century. A 2024 examination revealed remarkable preservation of her body, with identifiable skin, tissue, and even hair after more than 400 years. While some see it as miraculous, scientists attribute it to the tomb's dryness, which slowed decomposition.
Stock market today: Indian stock markets surged, with Nifty50 surpassing 25,000 and Sensex closing above 82,000, fueled by optimism surrounding potential US-India trade deals and declining oil and gold prices.
The Supreme Court rebuked Madhya Pradesh minister Vijay Shah for his derogatory remarks against an Army officer, deeming his apology insufficient and a national embarrassment.
Rahul Gandhi is set to hold a press conference addressing concerns following the India-Pakistan conflict pause. The Congress Working Committee, chaired by Gandhi, criticized the government's silence, deeming it "inexplicable and unacceptable," especially after US President Trump's announcement and alleged trade pressure. The party also demanded accountability for the "intelligence failure" in Pahalgam.
Suresh Raina advocates for Virat Kohli to receive the Bharat Ratna, recognizing his significant contributions to Indian cricket. Raina emphasized Kohli's achievements and impact on the nation's cricketing landscape, urging the Indian government to bestow the prestigious award upon him. Kohli recently retired from Test cricket, marking the end of an era.
Following a New York Times report in March 2025 about a potential Pentagon briefing on U.S.-China conflict, Donald Trump denied Elon Musk's involvement, leading Musk to distance himself from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Musk shifted his focus back to Tesla, SpaceX, and Twitter, reducing his political donations.
Yuzvendra Chahal, the Punjab Kings' leg-spinner, recently lauded RJ Mahvash's performance in the new Hindi drama series 'Pyaar Paisa Profit' on social media. He shared the show's trailer on his Instagram, expressing his admiration. This appreciation came shortly after Chahal's appearance in the IPL 2025 match against Rajasthan Royals, where Punjab Kings secured a victory.
In a historic moment, the United Arab Emirates clinched their first-ever T20I series victory against Bangladesh at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Alishan Sharafu's match-winning boundary sealed the 2-1 series triumph, sparking celebrations. Haider Ali's impressive bowling restricted Bangladesh to 162/9, while Sharafu's unbeaten 68 and Asif Khan's 41 guided UAE to a dominant seven-wicket win.
The Delhi High Court has raised concerns about the misuse of a Central Goods and Services Tax Act provision, fining a firm for fraudulently claiming input tax credit (ITC) to evade full GST payment. The court highlighted the potential damage to the GST framework from such large-scale fraud involving fake invoices.
Stock market recommendations: Mirae Asset Sharekhan's Somil Mehta recommends buying CDSL and Indian Bank. CDSL, with a buy range of Rs 1290-1270, targets Rs 1378, having broken a downward trend. Indian Bank, buy range Rs 570-580, aims for Rs 615, supported by its 40-day moving average.