Shubman Gill is set to lead India A in the Duleep Trophy starting September 5. He posted a practice video on Instagram, highlighting his preparations. With a challenging Test season ahead, including series against Bangladesh and Australia, strong performances could solidify his position as a key player in India’s Test team.
Users in the U.S. who opened the app were greeted with a message that read, “Sorry, TikTok isn’t available right now.”
The success of Eli Lilly’s weight loss and diabetes drugs Zepbound and Mounjaro caused the company to hike its guidance.
Polling in Jammu and Kashmir ended smoothly with no major law and order incidents, boasting high voter turnout and extensive candidate participation. The Election Commission highlighted significant increases in turnout, the peaceful nature of elections, and notable seizures to curb money and muscle power.
Congress leaders, including Varsha Gaikwad and Nasim Khan, were detained in Mumbai to prevent a protest over Shivaji statue collapse during PM Modi’s visit. Congress and NCP-SP rejected Modi’s apology, demanding resignations from CM Eknath Shinde and Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis, citing misuse of Shivaji’s name for political gains.
C-60 commando Kumod Atram, who has been part of 22 encounters over eight years, recounted his recent experience in a battle against Maoist guerrillas where he sustained three gunshot injuries. Atram’s team killed five PLGA fighters during this operation aimed at preventing disruptions in the Nov 20 Maharashtra polls.
Prithvi Shaw’s struggles continue as he goes unsold in the IPL 2025 auction following his exclusion from Mumbai’s Ranji team due to fitness concerns. His recent Syed Mushtaq Ali Tournament performance, with two ducks in four innings, has raised further concerns.