🏏 BCCI SSM head search hits snags after multiple withdrawals

The BCCI Centre of Excellence is struggling to find a new Head of Sports Science and Medicine after several candidates backed out. VVS Laxman confirmed that Andrew Leipus, a former physio, withdrew last minute citing family issues. A shortlist of five candidates included an Australian who declined relocation to Bengaluru. Furthermore, the head of Sports Science of the All Blacks also almost agreed but ultimately withdrew. The search continues because a suitable, experienced professional understanding Indian cricket is hard to find. 😥

🏛️ JNU cancels auditorium booking for Umar Khalid book talk

Jawaharlal Nehru University has cancelled the booking of its auditorium for an upcoming discussion event. The event was scheduled to feature a discussion on the book by Umar Khalid at JNU. The scheduled date for this discussion was set for October 25, 2023. This cancellation comes amid ongoing discussions regarding campus activities and free speech debates. Future plans for related academic engagements are yet to be announced by the university administration.

🎬 Govinda reveals why he stopped working with David Dhawan

Govinda shared the reason for ending his collaboration with filmmaker David Dhawan after 17 films. The actor stated that Dhawan felt the time had come to stop the partnership, leading him to conclude it was Dhawan's decision. Govinda wanted to make an 18th and 19th film, but Dhawan did not proceed with those plans. Despite occasional professional disagreements, Govinda maintained their personal bond remained strong. The actor also recalled Kader Khan's influence on his performance style during that era.

🕊️ Drone Attack Hits Belgorod, Five Dead

Russian authorities have confirmed that five people were killed in a recent drone attack. The incident took place in the city of Belgorod, Ukraine. The attack occurred on a specific date, though the exact date is not provided in the report. This drone strike is part of the ongoing military conflict in the region. Further details regarding the investigation and fallout are expected to be released soon. 🕊️

🔬 AI to hunt elusive ghost particles deep underground

The Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) is being built to track universe's hardest particles, potentially using AI for data sorting. This massive detector is located a mile underground in South Dakota, housing liquid argon chambers. DUNE is scheduled to receive a powerful neutrino beam from Fermilab, starting its operations. AI will identify neutrino interactions in near real-time and search for supernova signals. This tech push aims to boost DUNE’s sensitivity and help manage petabytes of incoming data. 🔬

🏏 DPL 2026: Match 20 & 21 previews are here 🔥

Two T20 matches are scheduled for August 10 in the Delhi Premier League 2026. West Delhi Lions will take on East Delhi Riders in Match 20, followed by Purani Delhi 6 against Outer Delhi Warriors in Match 21 at Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi. West Delhi Lions sit 4th with 2 wins, while East Delhi Riders are at the bottom with 3 losses as of now. Outer Delhi Warriors are in 2nd place with 3 wins and 1 loss. Predictions suggest West Delhi Lions will win Match 20, with Jitesh Singh as the top batter. 🏏

🎖️ Rs 10k pension for Emergency jailed protestors in Bengal

West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari announced a monthly pension of Rs 10,000 for those jailed during the Emergency. This benefit is for 325 individuals who protested during the Emergency period in Kolkata. The pension is being given under the 'Paschimbanga Loktantra Senani Samman' scheme. Adhikari stated the new state government supports the ideals of these brave democracy defenders. This initiative follows similar honors given by BJP in other states. 🎖️

🚨 Two 13-year-old girls allegedly assaulted near Machilipatnam

Two 13-year-old girls from a government hostel were allegedly sexually assaulted by an auto-rickshaw driver and his friend. This incident occurred in Rudravaram village, on the outskirts of Machilipatnam in Krishna district. The attack happened after the girls left school two days prior, and the case was registered on Saturday. Police initially registered a missing person report before changing the case to include the POCSO Act, 2012. Authorities are currently investigating and working to arrest the accused individuals. 😔

🏏 Shami told to stop analyzing team management views

Former pacer Zaheer Khan advised Mohammed Shami to stop worrying about how the team management sees him. The 35-year-old Shami last played for India in the 2025 Champions Trophy and has been sidelined since then. He performed well for Bengal, taking 37 Ranji Trophy wickets and 15 Vijay Hazare Trophy wickets last season. Zaheer suggested Shami should focus only on controllable aspects like consistent domestic performance. This approach helps him remain available for the 2027 ODI World Cup, according to Zaheer.

🔥 Amazon Freedom Sale: Top 10 Home Appliance Steals 🛍️

Amazon's Great Freedom Sale is offering massive discounts on various home and kitchen appliances. Top picks include the Carrier 1.5 Ton Wi-Fi AC, priced at ₹33,990, and the Bosch 9 kg washing machine at ₹37,830. These deals are available during the sale, featuring discounts up to 50% across different products. Buyers can snag smart appliances like LG refrigerators and Philips air fryers with extra bank offers. People should check out these limited-time deals before the sale ends.

📈 Nifty at 25k: Consolidation continues

The Nifty index is currently facing significant resistance around the 25,000 mark as the market continues a phase of consolidation. This trend is being observed across the broader Indian stock market landscape. Specific data points show the index hovering near this key level as traders analyze potential breakouts. This consolidation suggests a period of indecision before a major upward or downward move. Investors will be watching closely for a decisive break above or below this crucial resistance point.