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Chennai Super Kings suffered their seventh defeat in IPL 2025, losing to Sunrisers Hyderabad by five wickets at Chepauk, marking their fourth consecutive home loss. CSK's batting faltered, managing only 154 runs, with only Ayush Mhatre and Dewald Brevis showing resistance. Virender Sehwag criticised CSK's batting order and lack of responsibility, highlighting the absence of consistent scoring.

Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has expressed his opposition to war with Pakistan amidst escalating tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack, advocating for strengthened security measures in Kashmir. He also affirmed his government's commitment to deporting Pakistani nationals residing in Karnataka, as directed by the central government.

Following the Pahalgam terror attack, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has strongly condemned the violence, assuring a firm response. He emphasized India's zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism, stating the nation is prepared to retaliate appropriately. Yogi expressed condolences to the victims' families, including Shubham Dwivedi's family from Kanpur, asserting that such acts are unacceptable and signal terrorism's decline.

Suresh Raina has criticised Chennai Super Kings after their recent loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad. Raina questioned the team's auction strategies and player performances. He highlighted MS Dhoni's continued dedication despite the team's struggles. Raina suggested that Dhoni's absence from key decision-making has hurt the team. Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated CSK, further jeopardising their playoff chances.

The Resistance Front (TRF) has retracted its claim of responsibility for the Pahalgam attack, attributing the initial message to a cyberattack orchestrated by India. The BJP mocked Pakistan's army, highlighting the terror outfit's fear due to India's stringent measures. Amid rising tensions, Pakistan offered a neutral probe into the attack, while Indian forces intensified anti-terror operations, detaining 175 suspects.

Following the Pahalgam terror attack, intelligence agencies have identified 14 local terrorists active in Jammu and Kashmir, aged 20 to 40. These operatives, linked to Hizbul Mujahideen, LeT, and JeM, provide crucial support to Pakistani militants. Security forces have initiated joint operations in South Kashmir to disrupt terror support systems and prevent future attacks.

Following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has urged tourists to remain in the region, emphasizing that their departure would fulfill the attackers' goals. He acknowledged tourists' fears but assured them of support and instructed officials to assist those wishing to relocate.

A massive explosion at Rajaei port in Bandar Abbas, Iran, injured at least 280 people, sending a plume of smoke into the sky. The blast's cause remains unconfirmed, but it occurred at a port handling container shipments, oil tanks, and petrochemical facilities. The incident happened amidst ongoing nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States in Oman.

Amidst heightened tensions following the Pahalgam attack, Pakistan's Gull Feroza confirmed their women's cricket team will not play in India during the upcoming World Cup. Echoing PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi's stance, Feroza stated a preference for Asian conditions, suggesting Sri Lanka or Dubai as potential neutral venues. Earlier this year, the Indian men's team also declined to travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy. As a result, their matches—including the final—were held in Dubai.

Following the tragic Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025, which claimed 26 innocent lives, the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has called for a complete ban on Pakistani artists working in India. Ashoke Dubey, General Secretary of FWICE, emphasized national interest and urged the government to charge Indian artists collaborating with Pakistani performers with treason.

President Trump admitted he was too occupied to purchase a birthday gift for First Lady Melania Trump, who turned 55 on Saturday. Instead, he planned a dinner aboard Air Force One as they returned from Pope Francis’s funeral in Rome.

Chennai Super Kings' IPL 2025 playoff aspirations faced a significant setback after a five-wicket defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad. This loss positions them at the bottom of the table with only four points from nine matches. While mathematically a playoff berth is still possible, CSK needs to win all remaining five games and rely on favourable outcomes from other matches.

Following the Pahalgam terror attack, Donald Trump voiced concern over the India-Pakistan conflict, hoping for resolution. India retaliated by demolishing properties of suspected terrorists, while Pakistan threatened India over the Indus Waters Treaty suspension. In other news, MS Dhoni expressed frustration after a CSK loss, and Virginia Giuffre, known for her role in exposing Jeffrey Epstein, has died by suicide.

Gujarat authorities have detained over 550 undocumented Bangladeshi immigrants in a statewide crackdown, with significant operations in Surat and Ahmedabad. The raids, involving multiple police units, targeted individuals living with forged documents, who will be deported after investigation. This action aligns with a broader national effort, including a Delhi Police probe into illegal immigration networks, reflecting concerns over national security.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach Stephen Fleming has taken responsibility for the team's poor performance in the IPL 2025, admitting unsuccessful auction outcomes and urging players to improve. Highlighting injuries, form issues, and an unsettled strategy as key factors, Fleming acknowledged CSK's struggles after a five-wicket defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).