Telangana CM Revanth Reddy's US Trip Cancelled After Centre Withholds Permission

India back Kuldeep despite quiet Galle outing as spinners Jadeja, Suthar shine

Spinner Kuldeep Yadav had a difficult first Test in Galle, managing only one wicket across 25 overs in both innings combined. In contrast, Ravindra Jadeja and Manav Suthar proved far more effective, sharing 14 wickets between them during the match. Despite Kuldeep's underwhelming performance, the Indian team management has indicated he remains part of their plans going forward. The team's calm response suggests they are not considering dropping him and view his lean spell as a temporary setback.

Amid Sheikh Hasina extradition row, Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman’s India visit likely next week

BJP slams Rahul Gandhi's police station protest over student pellet gun injury case

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi staged a protest outside a police station, demanding an FIR over alleged pellet gun injuries sustained by a student. The BJP condemned the demonstration, calling it a politics of anarchy, and clarified that an FIR had already been registered in the matter. The ruling party also noted that a committee had been set up to investigate the incident. Gandhi, however, accused the Home Minister of avoiding accountability and continued his protest until an FIR was formally filed.

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