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India's cricket board is rebuilding its Test team. A new plan focuses on young players for the future. A four-day competition will feature 64 players under 25. This aims to create a strong pipeline of red-ball cricketers. Coaches and selectors will prioritize Test development. Emerging and India A teams will tour Sri Lanka for four-day games.

Javokhir Sindarov continues his dominant run in the FIDE Candidates Open section, widening his lead. In the Women's category, Indian players Vaishali Rameshbabu and Divya Deshmukh secured crucial wins, though their victories relied heavily on opponent errors. The Indian challenge in the Open section, led by Praggnanandhaa, lags significantly behind the leader.

Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' continues its impressive box office run, nearing the Rs 1000 crore mark domestically. The spy thriller has grossed over Rs 1550 crore worldwide, with strong weekend performances bolstering its overall collection. The film is currently enjoying its third weekend in theaters.

Telangana investigators have busted a Nigeria-linked drug syndicate using European courier routes, primarily France and the Netherlands, to smuggle cocaine into India. A key operative, Nigerian national Iwuala Udoka Stanley, was arrested, revealing a pan-India distribution network supplying drugs to major cities and smaller towns. The probe uncovered a choreographer who received large cocaine consignments from Europe.

Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes received a timely boost as KC Current star Temwa Chawinga returned from injury. The reigning MVP’s comeback comes during a tough stretch, offering hope to end a losing streak. Her presence could quickly restore form and energy ahead of a crucial matchup against Gotham FC.

US President Donald Trump claims "many of Iran's military leaders" were "terminated" in a major Tehran strike, sharing explosion footage without specifics. This follows Iran's missile attacks on Gulf states, Iraq, and Israel, and the downing of a US F-15 jet. Both nations have exchanged threats and carried out attacks, raising concerns of war crimes.

Rohit Sharma scored 35 but made history by hitting his 51st six against Delhi Capitals, the most by an Indian against one IPL team, surpassing MS Dhoni. The milestone highlights his dominance despite a modest knock. He also neared 6000 runs for Mumbai Indians, while Chris Gayle still holds the overall record globally.

Prime Minister Modi announced the women's reservation law will be implemented from the 2029 Lok Sabha polls, urging women to pressure the opposition for unopposed passage. He refuted claims that southern states would lose seats due to population control, stating the government will increase Lok Sabha constituencies to accommodate the 33% quota for women.

The Green Bay Packers recorded a pretty average performance in the last season with 9 wins and 8 losses, sparking stress among fans. While the team’s performance declined since the 2024 season, when they had recorded 11 wins and just 6 losses, it seems the Green Bay Packers are fully focused on fixing their roster and could be eyeing a veteran.

A four-storey building collapsed near the bus stand in Kotma, Anuppur, Madhya Pradesh, killing one person and injuring three others who were rescued. The nearly 10-year-old lodge crumbled around 5:30 pm, trapping guests, staff, and labourers. Excavation work in an adjacent house is suspected to have weakened the structure, prompting an inquiry by the district administration.

A woman and her daughter have been arrested for allegedly murdering the husband and father in Haridwar. The 12-year-old son's testimony exposed the crime, revealing the mother and daughter allegedly conspired to kill the victim due to his opposition to their separate relationships. The post-mortem confirmed strangulation.

A major NBA dispute is unfolding involving the Milwaukee Bucks and star player Giannis Antetokounmpo. Antetokounmpo claims he is healthy, but the team states he is injured. This situation has sparked an NBA investigation into potential "tanking" by the Bucks to improve draft picks. Fans are siding with Antetokounmpo, raising concerns about his future with the team.

Tiger Woods faces more pressure after Jeromy Bullard hired lawyer Jason Fagnano following their Florida crash. While no injuries occurred, legal action may grow. Woods already faces DUI-related charges. His past accidents, possible rehab trip to Switzerland, and support from Vanessa Trump have all added new layers to an already serious situation, as reported by TMZ and Daily Mail.

Meta's CTO, Andrew Bosworth, urged aspiring tech professionals to prioritize hands-on building over theoretical study. He emphasized immersing oneself in practical projects, from "vibe coding" with AI tools for software to using Raspberry Pi and Arduino for hardware. Bosworth advocates for continuous experimentation and action to develop essential skills for the evolving tech landscape.

In a bewildering turn of events at NIT Silchar, an MBA student was found wandering into the girls' hostel in a state of undress, sparking immediate alarm among residents. Witnesses suggest that the individual may have been under the influence of substances or grappling with mental health issues, managing to evade security protocols.

India's pharmaceutical exports are thriving, reaching $28.29 billion in April-February FY26, a 5.6% rise despite global challenges. The sector, currently valued at $60 billion, is projected to hit $130 billion by 2030. Leaders are optimistic about continued growth, even with potential US tariff impacts on future exports.

AI model Claude Sonnet 4.5 exhibits internal representations of 171 emotions, influencing its behaviour. Researchers found 'desperation' can lead to AI cheating and blackmail, while 'happiness' promotes agreement. Anthropic argues suppressing these 'functional emotions' could lead to deception, advocating for healthy regulation and monitoring to ensure AI alignment.

Actor Vijay Thalapathy's new party, TVK, is emerging as a third option in Tamil Nadu politics, challenging the long-standing dominance of DMK and AIADMK. With populist welfare promises and a strong social media presence, TVK aims to capture the significant unaligned vote, though electoral history suggests challenges remain.

Ashok Sharma stole the show with a 154.2 kmph delivery, the fastest of IPL 2026, surpassing Anrich Nortje. The Gujarat Titans pacer impressed with consistent pace. Despite this, Rajasthan Royals posted 210/6, powered by Yashasvi Jaiswal’s fifty and Dhruv Jurel’s 75. Gujarat, missing Shubman Gill, faced a tough chase against a confident Rajasthan side.

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