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Tejaswin Shankar wins India's first decathlon medal despite knee injury setback

Indian athlete Tejaswin Shankar claimed a historic bronze medal in the decathlon at the Commonwealth Games, marking India's first-ever medal in the event. The achievement came despite Shankar suffering a knee injury that left him emotionally devastated and momentarily ready to quit. He managed to overcome his doubts and return to competition, ultimately delivering a landmark performance for the country. Shankar attributed his comeback to the encouragement and support of those around him. He is now setting his sights on the upcoming Asian Games.

Delhi Police drops case against teen who repeated abusive remarks about PM Modi

Delhi Police has decided not to file a case against a 15-year-old girl from Noida who repeated abusive remarks targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The girl issued an apology, stating she had been influenced by others present at the protest. A Zero FIR was initially registered in the matter before being transferred to Delhi Police's jurisdiction. Prime Minister Modi himself reportedly appealed for leniency, urging that misguided youth be forgiven rather than prosecuted.

Indian-Origin Teen Neel Patel Named in Australia U19 Squad for India Tour

Neel Patel, a young Indian-origin batter, has been selected for Australia's Under-19 cricket squad ahead of their upcoming tour of India. The four-week tour will feature three one-day matches and two four-day games against India's U19 side. Patel's inclusion reflects his rapid development as a teenage batting prospect in Australian cricket. The tour is expected to provide a stern test for the young Australians as they navigate challenging conditions on the subcontinent.