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Abhishek Sharma set a new Indian record for best T20I bowling figures by an opener. He achieved this remarkable feat with figures of three wickets for seventeen runs. India secured a commanding ninety-run victory over Zimbabwe in the second T20I match. Ishan Kishan scored eighty-one runs and Tilak Varma added sixty runs for India. The bowlers then successfully defended their substantial total to clinch the series.

Tej Pratap Yadav asked Abhijeet Dipke to visit Bihar and start a movement. This appeal followed the Cockroach Janata Party withdrawing its Delhi protest. Yadav seeks a strong people's movement to remove the current state government. Dipke assured supporters that the next event would be held in Patna. He responded to concerns about the education system under the chief minister.

Lionel Messi made his first public appearance after Argentina’s heartbreaking 2026 World Cup final defeat to Spain by attending a local match in Rosario. The emotional captain spent time with family, supported his brother’s football club Leones FC, and avoided media attention. Messi will soon return to Inter Miami after recovering from the demanding tournament.

Ishan Kishan praised young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after India's T20 win. He believes the 15-year-old possesses match-winning qualities for the national team. Senior players are guiding Sooryavanshi to focus solely on his cricket. They encourage him to ignore social media and external distractions. Kishan highlighted Sooryavanshi's attacking style as a significant team asset.

Eighteen Delhi Metro stations reopened Saturday after a four-day closure. The Cockroach Janta Party withdrew its protest following the minister's resignation. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from his post on Saturday. This action led to the CJP ending its demonstration at Jantar Mantar. Normal metro services resumed across the city after the disruptions concluded.

Yashvendra Singh, a 20-year-old business student, died tragically after returning home from the US. His family and friends allege systemic negligence led to his untimely demise. Locals rescued his accompanying friend from the drain after the accident occurred. Singh was a promising national-level basketball player with a bright future ahead. His grieving family now seeks answers regarding the circumstances of his death.

Abhijeet Dipke launched the Cockroach Janta Party after courtroom remarks, which quickly gained followers. His platform, initially a joke, gained momentum and led to protests demanding a minister's resignation. The party's social media handles amassed millions of followers in a few days. Dipke, who is Dalit, highlighted his identity and B.R. Ambedkar's legacy throughout the movement. Memes and social media engagement were key to the party's widespread appeal and impact.

While AISA, SFI, AISF Supported Dipke & Co, Mother Outfits Goaded Oppn To Back Protest

Kick streamer Clavicular was briefly detained by police following a Miami nightclub fight. Videos showed the streamer involved in an altercation which security guards then restrained. Police arrived at the scene and separated the individuals involved in the brawl. While many believed he was arrested, no official confirmation exists. Public records also showed no criminal case filed against him.

Uttar Pradesh government formed a new SIT to investigate alleged embezzlement of temple offerings. This team, led by senior IPS officers, replaces the earlier investigation panel. The Supreme Court directed the state to form a fresh SIT under a senior IPS officer. Investigators previously examined financial records and questioned temple staff about donation irregularities. The new SIT will submit its findings to the Supreme Court on July 27.

Actors Ranvir Shorey and Tara Deshpande offered contrasting views on the minister's resignation. Shorey criticized the government's handling of the situation and the timing of the exit. Deshpande highlighted Pradhan's past contributions across various government portfolios. Many other film industry figures publicly supported the student protests and movement. Social media saw widespread discussion and varied opinions following the resignation announcement.

Street protests and potential violence have forced the BJP to concede after facing youth anger. Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his hunger strike after assurances from a Union minister. The government chose pragmatism over defiance when confronted by Gen Z's viral campaigns. Previously, the government withdrew farm laws and diffused protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act. The party now faces the challenge of winning over a restive generation concerned about employment.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated the country and students are more important than any position. He reaffirmed the Modi government's commitment to reforms against paper leaks. Dharmendra Pradhan resigned as Union Education Minister amid nationwide protests over the NEET-UG paper leak. Pralhad Joshi was given additional charge of the education ministry later that day. The government respects youth sentiments and ensures justice for NEET aspirants.

Anita Advani sought legal recognition for her relationship with Rajesh Khanna. The Bombay High Court dismissed her appeal, citing it as a live-in relationship. Advani stated Khanna repeatedly sought divorce from Dimple Kapadia, which was refused. She highlighted the legal complexities of relationships when a formal divorce is absent. The court's decision left Advani without legal standing for her long-term association.