‘He could have used better language’: Former Aussie cricketer weighs in on Gautam Gambhir–curator Oval showdown

Matthew Hayden commented on Gautam Gambhir’s heated exchange with the Oval pitch curator, Lee Fortis, during India’s training session. Hayden acknowledged Gambhir’s frustration with perceived restrictions but suggested he could have used better language. Greg Blewett echoed the sentiment, recalling similar frustrations and noting the language used wasn’t ideal, despite India securing a series-levelling victory.

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Voter mapping begins in Assam ahead of roll overhaul

Ahead of the 2026 assembly elections, Assam has initiated a comprehensive voter-mapping exercise, comparing the 2025 electoral roll with the 2005 rolls. This aims to identify legacy voters, track demographic shifts, and eliminate discrepancies following the 2023 constituency delimitation. Booth level officers are categorizing electors based on birth year and presence in the 2005 rolls,…

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Mammootty’s ‘Samrajyam’ set for 4K comeback; 35 years later, the gangster classic returns

Malayalam cinema is gearing up to re-release the iconic gangster film ‘Samrajyam’ (1990), starring Mammootty, in September 2025. The film, remastered in 4K Dolby Atmos, enjoyed immense popularity beyond Kerala, particularly in Andhra Pradesh, where it elevated Mammootty’s status. Scriptwriter Shibu Chakravarthy drew inspiration from the Mahabharata and ‘Parinda’ while crafting the screenplay.

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Thane police launch WhatsApp chatbot for citizens services

Thane Police has launched a comprehensive WhatsApp chatbot (7039455555) to bring police services directly to citizens’ smartphones. This 24/7 service offers online complaint registration, e-challan payments, cyber crime reporting, and real-time traffic updates, aiming to make policing more accessible and efficient. It significantly reduces the need for physical visits to police stations.

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Will Daniel Jones play against the Kansas City Chiefs today? Latest injury update on the Indianapolis Colts’ QB

Despite a late-week injury scare, Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones is cleared to play against the Kansas City Chiefs. Jones’ availability is crucial for the 8-2 Colts as they aim to maintain their playoff positioning, especially given his recent turnover struggles. The Chiefs, at 5-5, face a critical game to avoid missing the postseason.

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Parl panel flags dearth of semen production, tardy pace of Artificial Insemination programme

A parliamentary panel has observed that India’s Artificial Insemination program faces hurdles due to low semen production and a shortage of trained personnel. Currently, only 30% of breedable bovines are covered, lagging behind developed nations. The panel recommends nationwide availability of sex-sorted semen to boost female progeny and address stray cattle issues.

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