Zelensky Says Ukraine Open to Mutual Halt on Critical Infrastructure Strikes

Mohammad Kaif questions Mohsin Naqvi's dual role after Women's Asia Cup trophy snub

India's Women's Asia Cup victory was marred by controversy after the team declined to accept the trophy presented by ACC president Mohsin Naqvi. The incident echoed a similar episode during the men's Asia Cup final, suggesting a pattern of tensions surrounding Naqvi's presence at cricket events. Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif publicly questioned Naqvi's simultaneous roles in both politics and cricket administration. Kaif's remarks reflect broader concerns within the cricketing community about the appropriateness of Naqvi's dual authority. The episode has reignited debate over the intersection of politics and sports governance in Asian cricket.

Animesh Kujur targets medals in all three events at Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya

Indian sprinter Animesh Kujur has arrived at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya carrying a personal best of 10.14 seconds in the 100m and the national 200m record of 20.32. The athlete says he has grown from his earlier errors at the Asian Championships and is confident those mistakes will not recur. Kujur credits his international experience for teaching him better body management, including when to peak and when to ease his training load. He is set to face stiff competition from Japanese sprinters Shuhei Tada and Soshi Mizukubo, among others. Despite the challenge, Kujur has set his sights on winning medals across all three events at the Games.

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US Supreme Court Blocks Trump Bid to Restrict Mail Ballots Before Midterms

The US Supreme Court has rejected a request from the Trump administration to impose restrictions on mail-in ballots. The move came ahead of the November midterm elections, which will determine control of Congress. The administration had urged the court to clear the way for the restrictions before the pivotal vote. The Supreme Court's decision keeps existing mail ballot rules in place for the upcoming contests.