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India's opening T20I against England ended with no result after rain interrupted play. Abhishek Sharma scored a blistering 59 off 24 balls, claiming the record for the fastest T20I half-century by an Indian batter in England, surpassing KL Rahul's previous mark. Captain Shreyas Iyer contributed a solid 68 as India posted a competitive 189/7. Shivam Dube added an unbeaten 42 to boost the total in the final overs. Persistent rain ultimately forced the match to be abandoned without a result.

India and Japan Sign Trade MoC at 16th Annual Summit in New Delhi

India and Japan have signed a new Memorandum of Cooperation during the 16th Annual Summit held in New Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, emphasizing shared goals for a free and prosperous Indo-Pacific region. The two leaders held discussions focused on expanding Japanese investment in India, targeting growth in both capital inflows and corporate presence. The agreement reflects a deepening bilateral partnership grounded in mutual trust and shared strategic values.