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Suryakumar Yadav Matches Virat Kohli’s Record in Stunning Captaincy Debut
Newly-appointed T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav led India to a commanding 43-run victory over Sri Lanka in the opening match of the series, marking a successful start to the Gautam Gambhir era. Suryakumar’s impressive 58 off 26 balls, along with contributions from openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill, helped India post 213/7. Sri Lanka initially competed well, but the Indian bowlers, led by spinners Axar Patel, Ravi Bishnoi, and Riyan Parag, dismantled the lineup, securing the win. Suryakumar, named Player of the Match, equalled Virat Kohli’s record of 16 awards in 56 fewer matches.
Three UPSC Students Killed in Delhi Flooding Identified
Three UPSC aspirants died in a flooded basement at Rau’s IAS coaching institute in Delhi’s Old Rajendra Nagar. The victims were Shreya Yadav from Ambedkar Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, Tanya Soni from Telangana, and Nivin Dalwin from Ernakulam, Kerala. The flooding occurred on Saturday evening, and rescue teams recovered the bodies after several hours. The Delhi police have detained the owner and coordinator of the coaching centre and registered a criminal case. Mayor Shelly Oberoi has ordered an inquiry into the use of basements for commercial purposes in violation of building bye-laws and has directed strict action against those responsible.
Ramita Jindal Secures Historic Spot in Women’s 10m Air Rifle Final at Paris Olympics
India’s Ramita Jindal advanced to the women’s 10m air rifle final at the Paris Olympics with a score of 631.5, securing fifth place. Her qualification marks a significant achievement, contrasting with fellow Indian shooter Elavenil Valarivan’s disappointment. Valarivan, who wore Bib No. 1441, performed well initially but faltered in her final shots, finishing outside the qualifying positions. Ramita, wearing Bib No. 1436, displayed resilience, starting strong and recovering after an initial dip in performance. The final will take place on Monday, where Ramita aims to bring home a medal for India.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Endorses Masoud Pezeshkian as New President Amid Rising Tensions
Iran’s supreme leader formally endorsed Masoud Pezeshkian as president after his election victory. Pezeshkian, a relative moderate, promises pragmatic foreign policies and easing domestic repression. He takes office amid escalating tensions over the Israel-Hamas conflict and Iran-backed Hezbollah. In a ceremony on Sunday, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei reaffirmed Iran’s anti-Israel stance, praising Hamas. Despite Pezeshkian’s moderate approach, significant policy changes are unlikely as the Revolutionary Guards and Khamenei hold ultimate authority. Pezeshkian aims to alleviate economic issues by addressing U.S. sanctions. He replaces Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash in May.
King Charles’ Potential Path to Reconcile with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle
As Prince Harry’s 40th birthday nears, the rift with the royal family widens. Insiders reveal King Charles could mend the relationship by addressing Harry’s security concerns. Harry insists on official police protection for his family to return to London. He hasn’t seen his father since February, following King Charles’ cancer diagnosis. The couple lost their royal titles and security after moving to California. Despite ongoing legal battles and media scrutiny, reconciliation hinges on security assurances from the King. Harry’s participation in legal actions and his recent Netflix deal highlight his ongoing fight against British tabloids.