Mohammed Shami is working on his fitness for the upcoming Test series in England. He acknowledges the need to increase his workload after the IPL. Shami feels his and Bumrah's presence is important for leading the bowling attack. He is not satisfied with his IPL performance.
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An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Srinagar faced severe turbulence and a hailstorm. The pilots navigated challenging conditions after encountering bad weather near Pathankot. They were denied permission to deviate from their course. The crew manually flew the aircraft after autopilot disengaged. The plane landed safely in Srinagar with a damaged nose cone.
The Supreme Court granted interim bail to Ashoka University professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad, who was arrested for social media posts concerning Operation Sindoor. The court has ordered the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the case. Mahmudabad faces charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including endangering national integrity, following complaints about his remarks.
Security forces aim to eliminate Naxalism before March 2026. Operation Blackforest saw success with coordinated efforts. Forces eliminated 31 Maoists. Anti-Naxal operations continue in multiple states. Maoists are requesting ceasefire and dialogue. Surrenders have increased this year. Operations will continue during the monsoon. Forces are confident to locate and neutralise Maoists. Maoists may resort to desperate attacks.
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Even though the Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals match was inconsequential, a spectator resembling MS Dhoni stole the show. Cameras frequently focused on the doppelganger during the CSK innings, creating a buzz among fans. This unexpected attraction served as a potent reminder of Dhoni's enduring influence and iconic status within the franchise, overshadowing the game itself.
Microsoft's Build 2025 developer conference in Seattle faced disruptions for the second consecutive day as a Palestinian tech worker protested during a keynote presentation, urging the company to cut ties with Israel. This follows a similar protest during CEO Satya Nadella's address, both organized by No Azure for Apartheid.
The 'One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act' in the U.S. House is causing anxiety among Indians in America due to a proposed 5% tax on remittances sent abroad by non-citizens. This could significantly impact Indian households in the US, potentially reducing India's foreign currency inflows by billions and weakening the rupee. A Think Tank even goes to the extend of warning that it may force RBI intervention.
A State Bank of India officer's refusal to speak Kannada to a customer in Karnataka sparked outrage, leading to accusations of Hindi imposition and disrespect for the local language. Following widespread condemnation and a viral video, the officer issued an apology in Kannada. Karnataka's Chief Minister has strongly condemned the incident and urged for language sensitization training for bank staff.