Sukhbir Singh Badal resigns as Shiromani Akali Dal president

Arvind Kejriwal accuses BJP of electoral malpractice in New Delhi Assembly constituency, alleging fake applications for vote cancellations and additions. He demands stringent action against BJP candidate Parvesh Verma and election officials involved. AAP calls for Election Commission intervention to ensure fair elections and uphold democracy.

KL Rahul received a massive lifeline early on Day 4 at the Gabba when Steve Smith dropped a straightforward catch off Pat Cummins. Rahul, then on 33, capitalized on this reprieve, reaching his 17th Test fifty. Commentator Brad Haddin criticized Smith’s lapse in concentration. Rahul played with assurance, judiciously leaving deliveries and defending solidly.

Jasprit Bumrah received ICC Awards and Team of The Year caps at the Dubai International Stadium in recognition of his exceptional 2024 performances. Despite a back injury from the Border-Gavaskar Trophy keeping him out of the 2025 Champions Trophy, Bumrah’s accolades highlight a remarkable year in Test and T20 cricket.

The Supreme Court’s top five judges considered moving Justice V Srishananda out of Karnataka HC following his inappropriate comments. His subsequent apology and commitment to change led to a decision against transfer. The court underscored the need for careful courtroom conduct, emphasizing constitutional principles.

Chris Woakes’s spectacular catch for England was controversially ruled invalid by third umpire Chris Gaffaney, concluding Woakes’s foot had breached the boundary rope. Pakistan’s Salman Ali Agha resumed batting, leading to further frustrations for England as Pakistan aimed to build a commanding total on a flat pitch in the first Test.