Kuldeep Yadav, who has historically performed well against England at home, faces pressure to lead India’s spin attack in the upcoming Test series as Ravichandran Ashwin has retired. With doubts about his performance in English conditions, former spinner Venkatapathy Raju believes Kuldeep could be a surprise weapon if backed by the team management, while Sarfaraz Khan’s exclusion from the squad continues to spark debate despite his promising form.
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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee led a significant protest rally in Jhargram, condemning alleged harassment of Bengali-speaking migrants and accusing the BJP of using citizenship and voter list revisions as tools for discrimination. She emphasized the need to protect Bengali identity and language, warning that she would expose the BJP's actions if attacks on Bengalis continue. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) plans to file a contempt of court petition against Priyanka Gandhi for her comments defending her brother Rahul Gandhi after the Supreme Court criticized him. Priyanka asserted that the judiciary should not determine who is a "true Indian," while Congress leaders have supported Rahul, deeming the Court's remarks unwarranted. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated an investigation into a Rs 260 crore global cyber fraud, executing searches across various cities. Fraudsters impersonated law enforcement and tech support to extort victims, converting the illicit funds into cryptocurrency and laundering them through hawala networks and individuals in the UAE. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe 2025 edition of The Hundred commenced at Lord’s with a nostalgic moment as former Sunrisers Hyderabad teammates David Warner and Kane Williamson walked out to bat for London Spirit, reminiscing their successful partnership. However, the Spirit faced a tough match, being bowled out for 80 runs by the defending champions Oval Invincibles, who won by six wickets. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreUS President Donald Trump humorously engaged with reporters while walking on the White House roof, joking about installing "nuclear missiles" and inspecting potential construction projects, including a $200 million East Wing ballroom. Throughout his presidency, he has frequently overseen renovations, including a redesigned Rose Garden and the Oval Office, while promoting ongoing improvements. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreAmit Shah has become India's longest-serving home minister, reaching 2,258 days in office, surpassing L K Advani's previous record. Celebrated by PM Narendra Modi, Shah's tenure includes significant decisions like the abolition of Jammu and Kashmir's special status and the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, marking a politically impactful period for the BJP. Want More Context? 🔎
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