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Gill's 80 and lower-order stand help India beat England in first ODI

India chased down a target of 259 runs against England to take a 1-0 lead in the ODI series. The chase got off to a shaky start as openers Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli were dismissed early, leaving India at 48 for 2. Shubman Gill steadied the innings with a crucial 80-run knock, partnering vice-captain Shreyas Iyer in a 101-run third-wicket stand. Axar Patel and Washington Sundar then contributed with a vital partnership to see India over the line.

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Indian Sailors Recount Dangers of Navigating Supertankers Through Strait of Hormuz

Indian sailors working aboard supertankers in the Strait of Hormuz have shared their harrowing experiences navigating one of the world's most critical and volatile shipping lanes. The strait, a narrow waterway between Iran and Oman, is a vital artery for global oil trade, making it a high-risk zone for maritime crews. Sailors describe the constant fear of missile strikes and other threats that put their lives in serious danger. Despite these risks, they continue to operate the vessels that keep the global energy supply chain functioning. Their accounts highlight the human cost borne by seafarers who sustain the world's dependence on oil transport.