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Following Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s Test retirements, the prospect of their participation in the 2027 ODI World Cup has gained significant traction. Fans are eager to see these cricketing icons potentially compete in one last ICC tournament. Given that Kohli will be 39 and Rohit 40 by 2027, sustaining top form will require immense fitness and dedication. Their absence from the Test and T20 formats might enable them to fully commit to ODIs. Sourav Ganguly, India’s former captain, has a more pragmatic view. He asserts that regular involvement in the many ODIs leading up to the World Cup is…

Violence erupted in Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh as Maoists carried out the killing of a surrendered Maoist and a local villager. This incident took place just as Union Minister Amit Shah was preparing to visit Chhattisgarh. The victims were identified as Veko Deva, a former Maoist, and Samaiya, a villager. They were killed in Yampur Sandra Bor village, with reports suggesting they were suspected of being informants. Authorities are investigating the matter.

Amid heightened tensions, Israel has closed its airspace, halting all incoming and outgoing flights. The closure, announced on June 22, 2025, comes in the wake of US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. Simultaneously, the Israeli Air Force (IAF) initiated a series of strikes on military targets in western Iran. These actions were taken after Iranian missile attacks resulted in civilian casualties in Israel. The IDF confirmed strikes on missile launch sites.

*When the thread of hope faltered… Chief Minister became support: Chief Minister’s help became the ladder of Shalu’s dreams* “Daughter, you move forward… We are all with you” – Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai *Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai congratulated international softball player Shalu Daharia on a video call* *Sensitive initiative of Chief Minister Shri Sai: Provided financial assistance of ₹1.70 lakh for participation in the Asia Youth Softball Championship* Raipur, June 22, 2025/ The smile on the face of Shalu Daharia, a daughter of Chhattisgarh and a softball player who has represented the state at the national…

Salman Khan, during his appearance on The Great Indian Kapil Show, shared a candid update on his health. The actor revealed he’s facing a brain aneurysm, an arteriovenous malformation (AVM), and trigeminal neuralgia. He described working through pain and physical challenges, including fractured ribs. Despite these hurdles, Khan is continuing his work in the entertainment industry. His recent film was Sikandar. Khan is also set to star in a project with Apoorva Lakhia, where he will be playing an army officer; the film is reportedly inspired by the Galwan Valley incident.

After a captivating second day of the Leeds Test between India and England, Ben Duckett, England’s opening batsman, spoke highly of Indian pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah. The day was marked by dramatic shifts, from Rishabh Pant’s impressive century and India’s surprising batting collapse to England’s commanding batting display. England managed to assert themselves throughout a large portion of the day, largely thanks to Pope’s composed and dignified innings. He scored his ninth Test century and his second against India, playing at the vital No. 3 position. Speaking about Bumrah, Duckett didn’t hesitate to call him the “best bowler in the…

The Chhattisgarh High Court has acquitted a man accused of rape after considering the nature of the long-term relationship with the accuser. The court’s decision overturned the lower court’s ruling, citing that if the woman lived with the accused for an extended period and regarded him as her husband, it is difficult to conclude that the sexual relations were non-consensual or based on deception. The case arose in Ramgarh, where a woman accused the man of making sexual advances under the promise of marriage. The woman, who was married to an alcoholic, stated that the accused persuaded her to leave…

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has made a significant move in the Pahalgam terror attack investigation, arresting two Kashmiri locals suspected of aiding the Pakistani terrorists responsible for the deaths of 26 people. The arrests, which took place on June 22, 2025, have provided crucial leads in identifying the terrorists. Parvaiz Ahmad Jothar and Bashir Ahmad Jothar are accused of providing shelter, food, and logistical assistance to the terrorists, who were later confirmed to be affiliated with Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). The two men allegedly sheltered the terrorists at a seasonal hut in Hill Park before the attack. The incident, which occurred…

The IAEA has reported that there has been no increase in off-site radiation levels following attacks on three Iranian nuclear sites, including the Fordow facility. The agency is continuing to assess the situation. The attacks, carried out by the United States and Israel, targeted sites in Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow, using B-2 Spirit bombers. Iran has condemned the attacks as a violation of international law and vowed to continue its nuclear program. The AEOI issued a statement condemning the attacks and said that the international community should condemn the actions and support Iran in asserting its rights. In his remarks,…

Jack Betts, who played Henry Balkan in Sam Raimi’s ‘Spider-Man’ (2002) and had a long career in spaghetti Westerns and theatre, has died at the age of 96. Dean Sullivan, his nephew, verified his passing. Betts, who was born in New Jersey, grew up in Miami. He was influenced to become an actor after seeing the movie ‘Wuthering Heights’ in 1939. He studied theatre at the University of Miami and later trained at the famed Actors Studio in New York. He began his acting career on Broadway with ‘Richard III’ and later featured in plays and movies, including a three-year…