Yashasvi Jaiswal’s exclusion from the ODI squad, despite strong T20I form, raises eyebrows, especially with Rohit Sharma eyeing the next World Cup. Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak confirmed Jaiswal’s readiness and revealed the young talent is diligently honing his leg-spin bowling skills in practice, signaling a potential all-round future.
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In a spirited display of tradition, over thirty participants found themselves injured during the annual Hingot war in Indore’s Gautampura, where villagers from neighboring communities bombard each other with fruit-based firecrackers. Despite two serious injuries that necessitated hospitalization, the 200-year-old festival, steeped in folklore, continues to thrive, undeterred by annual mishaps.
Nihal Pillai, the talented actor and husband to Priya Mohan, has taken a courageous step by sharing his experiences of childhood sexual abuse. He recounted vivid memories of two traumatic moments: first, an encounter with a shoe shop employee who offered him enticing football stickers, and later, a disturbing incident during his teenage years in…
Punjabi singer Teji Kahlon was shot in Canada by associates of gangster Rohit Godara, who claimed Kahlon supplied weapons and money to rival gangs and acted as an informant. This incident highlights an ongoing transnational gang feud, following the recent murder of businessman Ramesh Rulania in Rajasthan, also suspected to be linked to Godara’s gang.
Spiritual leader Premanand Maharaj is reportedly battling polycystic kidney disease (PKD), a genetic disorder causing cysts to grow in his kidneys, leading to both kidneys failing. He is undergoing daily dialysis and has declined kidney donations, with visible signs of his illness noted by observers.
Mumbai Police officers from Bangur Nagar Police Station rescued a newborn baby abandoned between two parked vans in Goregaon. Beat Marshals discovered the infant around midnight and immediately alerted the Nirbhaya Squad. The baby was rushed to Shatabdi Hospital, declared stable, and subsequently handed over to St. Catherine’s Home for care.
Chennai and coastal Tamil Nadu are experiencing torrential rains due to a developing low-pressure system. Authorities have issued alerts, including a red alert for several districts, and advised residents to avoid unnecessary travel. Schools and colleges are closed, and fishermen are warned against venturing into the sea.
Virat Kohli, who considers Adelaide Oval his happy hunting ground, looked in fine touch during net practice. He has a remarkable record at the venue, averaging 65 with five centuries and four half-centuries. This could be his final outing at Adelaide Oval in Thursday’s must-win ODI.
