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Madhya Pradesh's six-wicket victory over Bengal in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy was overshadowed by a health scare involving Mohammed Shami, who appeared to injure his lower back. Shami, who recently returned from injury, was evaluated by the medical team but avoided significant damage. His fitness remains crucial for upcoming matches.

Aditya Pandit has been remanded to police custody till Monday after being arrested for allegedly abetting the suicide of Air India pilot Srishti Tuli. Police are investigating deleted chats between Pandit and Tuli and have seized both their mobiles. Tuli's family alleges foul play, as she sounded happy 15 minutes before her death.

A man from south-east Delhi's Badarpur fell victim to a cryptocurrency scam after meeting a woman on a matrimonial site. She introduced him to a trading platform, leading him to invest 44,000 USDT. Initially seeing profits, he eventually realized the fraud when asked to deposit more Tether. He reported the case to cyber police on November 9.

The ICC Board held a brief virtual meeting to discuss the 2025 Champions Trophy amid India's decision not to travel to Pakistan. They are considering either a hybrid model with India's matches at a neutral venue or moving the entire tournament out of Pakistan. South Africa and UAE are potential alternative hosts.

The Congress Working Committee has raised concerns about the integrity of India's electoral process, attributing it to partisan activities by the Election Commission. The party plans a national movement, emphasizing free and fair elections as a Constitutional mandate, stressed during an unproductive Winter Session of Parliament.

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India gear up for a two-day pink-ball practice match against Australia Prime Minister XI ahead of the second Adelaide Test in the BGT series. Key players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have shown strong performances in past pink-ball Tests. Rishabh Pant, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravichandran Ashwin, and Shubman Gill will also play crucial roles.

Stephen and Ayesha Curry shared heartwarming Thanksgiving moments on Instagram, celebrating the birth of their fourth child. Fans were particularly touched by Riley Curry's growth from a toddler to a responsible big sister. Reactions included nostalgic comments on Riley's development and admiration for the family's joy and togetherness during the holiday season.

India's economy grew at its slowest pace in seven quarters, expanding just 5.4% year-on-year in the July-September quarter. Weaker manufacturing and private consumption drove the slowdown. The Reserve Bank of India faces calls to cut rates to stimulate demand, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government is under pressure to address uneven growth and joblessness.

India's assistant coach Abhishek Nayar stresses the importance of senior players like Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja understanding exclusions for team benefit, as demonstrated in their omission from the first Test against Australia. He highlights the team-first philosophy promoted by Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir and remains confident about spinners' success despite challenges posed by the pink ball.

The Tamil Nadu govt has declared a holiday for schools and colleges in Chennai and surrounding districts on Saturday due to Cyclone Fengal. IT companies are urged to implement work-from-home on Nov 30. Public transport on ECR and OMR will be suspended from the afternoon.

Ishan Kishan's explosive unbeaten 77 off 23 balls powers Jharkhand to a stunning victory over Arunachal Pradesh in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. The wicket-keeper batter, acquired by Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs 11.25 crore at the IPL 2025 Mega Auction, made a significant impact with his aggressive batting, ensuring a swift chase of the 94-run target.

China's President Xi Jinping continues his anti-corruption campaign, focusing on high-ranking military officials, including Admiral Miao Hua of the Central Military Commission. The purges aim to eliminate systemic corruption within the People's Liberation Army (PLA), impacting its leadership and operations, particularly in the Rocket Force. These efforts underscore Xi's commitment to modernizing the PLA amid rising geopolitical tensions.

Shreyas Gopal's stunning five-wicket haul led Karnataka to a dominant victory in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy against Sikkim, who were dismissed for just 82 runs. Karnataka easily chased the target in 5.4 overs with contributions from Manish Pandey and KL Shrijith. Gopal's performance earned him the Player of the Match award, highlighting his crucial role.

Pakistani authorities are attempting to arrest Bushra Bibi, wife of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, for failing to attend court in a corruption case involving 190 million pounds. Despite an arrest attempt at her Peshawar residence, she was not found. Bibi and Khan are accused of misusing funds intended for the national treasury for personal gain.

During a demonstration calling for the release of ex-Prime Minister Imran Khan, a protester was allegedly pushed off a stack of shipping containers by security forces. The incident, filmed and shared on social media, has caused significant outrage. The protests began after Khan's arrest on corruption charges, resulting in violent clashes, deaths, and numerous arrests.

Amidst tensions in Sambhal due to the controversial Shahi Jama Masjid survey, the Supreme Court directed the trial court to halt proceedings and keep the survey report sealed until reviewed by the Allahabad High Court. Violence erupted on November 24 following the survey order, leading to fatalities. Authorities restored internet services and ensured peaceful Friday prayers.

In Game 4 of the World Chess Championship final, India's Gukesh Dommaraju drew with reigning champion Ding Liren of China. Gukesh effectively managed Ding's unexpected Reti Opening, resulting in a balanced position. After 42 moves of cautious play and strategic manoeuvring, the game concluded in a draw. The score stands at 2-2 with Game 5 scheduled for Saturday.

The ECB has disallowed its players from participating in the Pakistan Super League and other franchise leagues during the domestic season. Players will be restricted from participating in any competitions overlapping with the Vitality Blast and the Hundred, focusing on maintaining the integrity of English domestic competitions and managing player welfare.