‘From a small-town girl to wearing India’s jersey with pride’: India batter Veda Krishnamurthy announces retirement

Indian batter Veda Krishnamurthy has retired from international cricket after a decade-long career, but will remain connected to the sport. Representing India in 48 ODIs and 76 T20Is, she scored 829 and 875 runs respectively. Her last international appearance was in 2020. Krishnamurthy, known for her aggressive batting, also played in the Women’s Premier League.

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Purge, paranoia, and power: Inside China’s black box – Is Xi Jinping losing control?

Despite persistent rumors and high-profile purges, Xi Jinping remains firmly in control of China, though his rule increasingly relies on loyalty over performance. Cracks are emerging within the military and economy, fueling speculation about potential instability. With no clear successor in sight, Xi’s long-term grip on power faces mounting challenges and uncertainty.

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