England’s Harry Brook, currently ranked second in Test cricket, narrowly missed a century against India in the Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy 2025, falling just one run short. During the first match at Headingley, after hitting a powerful six off Prasidh Krishna, Brook was dismissed attempting a similar shot, caught by Shardul Thakur. This came after he had been dropped twice by the Indian side, including a miss by Rishabh Pant. Brook’s innings highlighted his vulnerability, given he has been dropped 13 times in Test matches from 26 legal deliveries in the past year. Brook joined an unfortunate club, becoming the 14th England…
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Mangoes, the king of fruits, are beloved across India. However, individuals with diabetes often have to forgo this treat. Now, there’s good news for diabetic patients. The Bihar Agricultural University (BAU) in Sabour is conducting research to develop mango varieties suitable for consumption by people with diabetes. The research focuses on mangoes with a low glycemic index, aiming to create a variety with significantly reduced sugar content. This could allow diabetic patients to enjoy two to three mangoes without worry.
In Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, an unidentified assailant launched a brutal attack on a police constable with a sharp weapon in a crowded marketplace. The incident triggered widespread panic in the area. Police responded swiftly upon receiving the report. According to initial reports, the incident occurred in the market area of Padeda village, under the jurisdiction of the Bijapur police station. Constable Santu Potam was at the market when he was suddenly attacked by unknown individuals. The constable sustained serious injuries in the assault. Local residents immediately alerted the police, who dispatched a team to the scene. The injured constable was…
A government school teacher in Himachal Pradesh’s Sirmaur district has been arrested following accusations of sexually harassing at least 24 female students. The students, spanning classes 8th to 10th, reported the incidents to the school principal and the sexual harassment committee, alleging inappropriate touching by the mathematics teacher during a school event. The teacher has been remanded to police custody for three days, and a preliminary inquiry has been initiated, with the Director of School Education ordering an investigation. The accused has also been suspended from his position.
A disturbing wave of syringe attacks marred the recent Fête de la Musique, a nationwide music festival in France, leaving 145 people pricked with needles. The incidents occurred across multiple locations, with Paris alone reporting at least 13 cases. Authorities are investigating the possibility that date-rape drugs, such as Rohypnol or GHB, were used. Twelve individuals have been detained in connection with the attacks. The festival, which drew millions to the streets, saw unprecedented crowds in Paris, with police estimating attendance three to four times higher than usual. Some victims were taken to hospitals for toxicological testing. The Interior Ministry…
Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai performed puja in the court of ‘Kotwal of Kashi’ Shri Kaal Bhairav Ji Raipur, June 24, 2025/ Today, Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai performed puja and offered prayers for the happiness, prosperity of the people of the state and the welfare of the country in the divine temple of ‘Kotwal of Kashi’ Shri Kaal Bhairav Ji Maharaj located in Kashi, the holy city of Lord Shiva, the supreme god of gods. On this auspicious occasion, Chief Minister Shri Sai duly worshiped Baba Kaal Bhairav and wished for the well-being of the entire nation.…
Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM and actor Pawan Kalyan has voiced strong criticism of Bollywood, asserting that the Hindi film industry has strayed from its cultural roots due to globalization and commercial pressures. In an interview, he highlighted the loss of cultural identity in Bollywood films, contrasting it with the perceived strength of South Indian cinema in representing Indian values and traditions. He pointed to Aamir Khan’s ‘Dangal’ as a rare example of a culturally rooted Bollywood film, while suggesting that such films are becoming increasingly scarce. Meanwhile, Pawan Kalyan is preparing for the release of his upcoming period action drama…
Apple has launched the second developer beta of iOS 26, just two weeks after the initial unveiling at WWDC 2025. This new beta, build number 23A5276f, follows the first test version (23A5260u) and focuses on refining the user experience and resolving bugs. Significant visual adjustments have been made to the Control Center and Messages app, alongside backend improvements for system stability. The Control Center now features a darker appearance with a stronger blur effect, while the ‘Glass’ wallpaper and model-specific iPhone wallpapers have been updated. Messages introduces blue badges for alerts from unknown senders. A new ringtone variant, ‘Alt 1,’…
Sanjana Ganesan, the wife of Indian cricketer Jasprit Bumrah, shared an endearing picture on Instagram. The image featured their son, Angad, holding the red cricket ball from Bumrah’s recent five-wicket haul at Headingley. The ball was inscribed with “England,” “Jasprit Bumrah,” and Bumrah’s bowling figures: 24.4-5-83-5. Bumrah’s performance saw him take the wickets of Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Chris Woakes, and Josh Tongue. The overall Indian bowling attack included Mohammed Siraj (2/122) and Prasidh Krishna (3/128) as England scored 465, just six runs shy of India’s first innings total of 471. Bumrah, commenting on the conditions, noted the…
The recent escalation between Israel and Iran highlighted a potential vulnerability within Israel’s infrastructure: the presence of electric vehicles (EVs) at its ports. With the ongoing threat of air strikes and missile attacks, authorities recognized the potential for significant damage caused by EVs stored at key shipping hubs. A report emphasized the risk posed by EVs at the ports of Haifa and Ashdod, crucial entry points for the 20 million tons of cargo that pass through Haifa annually. The concern stemmed from the difficulty in extinguishing EV fires, which can quickly escalate due to thermal runaway, a process where individual…