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Sooryavanshi scored 78 off 26 balls as Rajasthan Royals (RR) chased down Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) total of 201 with two overs remaining.

A missing teenage girl from Kerala was tragically found deceased near a waterfall in Chikkamagaluru's Manikyadhara Hills. Rescuers located her body deep within a gorge using a drone. While authorities suggest a possible fall, her distraught parents suspect foul play, claiming she was kidnapped and drugged. The post-mortem will determine the exact cause of death.

C.S. Lewis, a renowned 20th-century writer, shaped literature and theology. Born in Ireland, his life journey included loss, intellectual growth, and a profound return to Christianity. His clear, engaging style made complex ideas accessible. Lewis authored influential Christian apologetics and the beloved fantasy series 'The Chronicles of Narnia'. His impactful radio talks and personal life also left a lasting mark.

The New Zealand batter raised concerns about the long pause in Tariq’s action before release. Mitchell walked away twice during the over, before the umpires stepped in to allow play to continue.

Artemis II astronauts have successfully returned to Earth after a historic lunar flyby, setting a new distance record. President Trump lauded the crew's achievement and declared Mars as the next frontier for human space exploration. This mission tested crucial deep-space systems, paving the way for future lunar landings and ambitious journeys to the Red Planet.

Women voters demonstrated remarkable enthusiasm in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry, achieving record-breaking turnout and outperforming male voters in all three regions. Kerala saw the widest gender gap, with women's participation significantly boosting overall polling. This surge highlights women's growing political engagement and their importance to electoral outcomes.

A man has been arrested for allegedly drowning his pregnant wife and two daughters in a swimming pool after discovering the unborn child was female. He reportedly intended to marry a minor to father a male heir. Police also arrested ten others for facilitating an illegal prenatal sex determination test.

Justice Yashwant Varma resigned, avoiding a parliamentary removal debate. His resignation follows a probe into a large cash discovery at his official residence. An inquiry committee corroborated the findings and the subsequent mysterious disappearance of the money. This incident intensified discussions on judicial integrity and judge appointments.

Artemis II astronauts have successfully returned to Earth, splashing down near San Diego after a groundbreaking lunar flyby. This 10-day mission tested deep space systems and set a new record for human distance from our planet. The crew's return at incredible speeds marks a significant milestone, paving the way for future lunar landings.

Ranveer Singh's spy drama 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' achieved massive box office success, becoming one of his highest earners. Despite a recent dip in daily collections after its 21st day, the film's overall domestic net collection has surpassed Rs 1,055 crore, with worldwide figures nearing Rs 1700 crore.

Investigation into the deaths of two young sisters, Raha and Mishri Prajapati, has shifted from accidental poisoning to suspected murder. Police are exploring the motive that the parents desired a son, with the mother's diary revealing her wish for a male child.

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) faces criticism after Misbah-ul-Haq worked with Peshawar Zalmi despite holding a board role, while Sarfaraz Ahmed and Wahab Riaz were barred earlier. Misbah defended himself, citing a prior contract, and said, “I had signed a contract with Zalmi before I became national selector…”. The issue has raised concerns over inconsistent application of PCB’s conflict-of-interest rules.

A viral video from Rewa district shows a government middle school headmistress, Varsha Manjhi, being fanned by a student during class. The incident has sparked outrage, with locals condemning it as exploitation. Authorities are investigating and promise strict action.

Tragedy strikes the University of Hertfordshire as two Indian students, Mahesh Ramesh Khandagle and Leela Sai Reddy Mallireddy, have died in separate drowning incidents in the UK. Khandagle, 23, from Mumbai, drowned in Wales while testing water depth. Mallireddy, 24, from Andhra Pradesh, was rescued from the River Ouse but later passed away.

Stephen Curry, the NBA legend, sparked shockwaves when he ended his decade long partnership with Under Armour in 2025, after over 10 years of being with the brand exclusively. While Stephen Curry remained vague about the reason behind it, it seems there was a pretty noble thought that led to this decision and his wife, Ayesha Curry, has been a supporter through all of it.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi powered Rajasthan Royals to a record 97/1 Powerplay while chasing 202 against RCB, smashing 57 off 18 in the first six overs with support from Dhruv Jurel. Earlier, Rajat Patidar scored 63 to lift RCB to 201/8. RR’s aggressive start, after strong bowling led by Ravi Bishnoi, put them firmly in control.

Indian badminton player Ayush Shetty reached the Asia Championships semi-finals after beating world No. 4 Jonatan Christie, securing India a medal. He became the first Indian since HS Prannoy in 2018 to do so. After earlier upsets, Ayush now eyes the final, while PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen exited early.

Nuwan Thushara has apologised to Sri Lanka Cricket after taking them to court over a denied IPL NOC. He said he didn’t intend to “cause inconvenience” and was “seeking fairness and justice.” With SLC opposing his plea over fitness concerns, Thushara is now considering withdrawing the case, easing tensions while his IPL 2026 participation remains uncertain.

Ahead of crucial Pakistan talks, President Trump warned Iran, stating warships are rearmed and ready for effective use if negotiations fail. Vice President Vance, leading the US delegation, expressed hope for positive talks but cautioned Tehran against testing patience. Iran insists on a Lebanon ceasefire and asset release for formal negotiations.