"Gill has a muscle spasm, hopefully he will be back soon," Rashid Khan said at the toss.
Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the fastest Indian pair to 500 IPL partnership runs, reaching the mark in just 248 balls and breaking Sehwag-Gambhir’s record. Rajasthan Royals, batting first after winning the toss, looked strong. Gujarat Titans, led by Rashid Khan in Shubman Gill’s absence, faced added pressure against the in-form opening duo.
Indian boxer Vishvanath Suresh shocked world No. 1 Sanzhar Tashkenbay with a knockout at the Asian Championships, reaching the semifinals. The Chennai-born national champion has risen quickly through strong youth and senior performances. With multiple medals and sharp skills, he has emerged as a promising contender, signaling a bright future for Indian boxing on the global stage.
The meeting took place after a communication had earlier been sent to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) regarding upcoming bilateral tours and cooperation.
Indian-origin chess talent Bodhana Sivanandan, 11, is now England’s top-rated female chess player with a 2366 FIDE rating, surpassing Lan Yao. She began during lockdown, now ranks 72nd globally, and is a Woman International Master. She beat Mariya Muzychuk and earned praise from former UK Prime Minister and chess officials.
At the Grenke Chess Festival, Alua Nurman took a selfie with Magnus Carlsen before their match. Though he agreed, Carlsen reported it, leading officials to confiscate her phone under strict anti-cheating rules. The game continued normally, with Carlsen winning. A similar incident happened last year, highlighting how strictly chess authorities enforce rules, even in harmless situations like selfies.
KL Rahul is on the verge of IPL history, needing just 24 runs to become the first player to score 1,000 runs against a single franchise. His exceptional record against Mumbai Indians, averaging nearly 70, includes three centuries. Now with Delhi Capitals, Rahul aims to overcome a recent golden duck and continue his dominance.
Suryakumar Yadav led Mumbai Indians against Delhi Capitals. Hardik Pandya was unwell and missed the match. Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel won the toss and chose to bowl. Mumbai Indians made several changes to their playing eleven. The match took place at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Both teams announced their playing XIs and impact substitutes.
Uttar Pradesh ATS arrested four individuals for allegedly operating a terror module directed by Pakistani handlers. The group planned arson attacks on railway infrastructure and conducted reconnaissance of key installations across multiple cities, aiming to create panic and economic disruption. They were apprehended before executing a major attack near Lucknow railway station.
A 60-foot-high swing ride at the Bhainsaha Mela in Kushinagar collapsed mid-operation, injuring at least 30 people, including women and children. The overcrowded ride reportedly failed due to a weak, improperly anchored base. Rescue efforts were challenging, with critically injured individuals transferred to hospitals.
As elections approach, political campaigns are transcending religious and caste boundaries. Leaders from various parties are seen participating in religious ceremonies across different faiths and visiting community memorials. This strategic shift aims to consolidate a significant minority vote and appeal to all segments of the electorate.
Frequent travellers can now maintain thriving gardens with a simple straw mulching hack. This technique locks in moisture, regulates soil temperature and suppresses weeds, allowing plants to flourish for up to a week without extra watering. Gardening expert reveals how proper application ensures that the gardens stay healthy during extended absences.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has reached out to the BCCI to explore new avenues of cricketing cooperation, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties. This comes after a period of strained relations, but recent diplomatic improvements suggest a positive outlook for future engagements between the two nations.
A woman named Bharathi was critically injured after being struck by a car while crossing the road with her daughter in Bantwal taluk. The incident, captured on CCTV, occurred in Sajipamunnur, Dakshina Kannada district. She is currently receiving treatment at a private hospital in Mangaluru, and a case has been registered.