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<p>Amidst the cancellation of the India vs Pakistan match in the World Championship of Legends 2025 (WCL 2025), photos of Ajay Devgn meeting Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi have gone viral on social media. Let&#8217;s find out the full story.</p>


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Nitish Reddy and Arshdeep Singh Ruled Out

<p>Triple blow to India before Manchester Test: Nitish Reddy and Arshdeep Singh have been ruled out of the Manchester Test due to injuries. Meanwhile, it is unlikely that the injured Akash Deep will play the fourth Test.</p>


India hit by triple injury blow ahead of Manchester Test

<p>The India versus Pakistan match, scheduled for today, 20 July, at Edgbaston in the World Championship of Legends 2025, has been cancelled. Read the full story to know.</p>


India-Pakistan WCL 2025 Match Cancelled Due to Player Withdrawals

<p>The India vs Pakistan match in the World Championship of Legends 2025 will be played on Sunday, July 20th, at 9 PM IST (Indian Standard Time) at Edgbaston, Birmingham.</p>


IND vs PAK: When and Where to Watch the Big Match on July 20

<p>According to the weather forecast, there is a chance of rain during the match at Lord&#8217;s on 19 July. </p>


India Eye Historic Series Win Against England at Lord's

<p class="attachment"><a href='https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Jasprit-Bumrah-1-1.jpg'><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="200" src="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Jasprit-Bumrah-1-1.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Jasprit Bumrah" srcset="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Jasprit-Bumrah-1-1.jpg 1200w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Jasprit-Bumrah-1-1.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Jasprit-Bumrah-1-1.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Jasprit-Bumrah-1-1.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Jasprit-Bumrah-1-1.jpg?resize=135,90 135w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Jasprit-Bumrah-1-1.jpg?resize=90,60 90w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></a></p>
<p>Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah (Photo credit: BCCI @X)</p>


<p>Fast bowler Arshdeep Singh (अर्शदीप सिंह), who has not yet played a Test match in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, was considered a strong contender for his debut in the fourth Test. However, he sustained an injury during a practice session in Beckenham on Thursday.</p>


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<p class="attachment"><a href='https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/jadeja-lost.png'><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="200" src="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/jadeja-lost.png?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" srcset="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/jadeja-lost.png 1200w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/jadeja-lost.png?resize=300,200 300w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/jadeja-lost.png?resize=768,512 768w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/jadeja-lost.png?resize=1024,683 1024w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/jadeja-lost.png?resize=135,90 135w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/jadeja-lost.png?resize=90,60 90w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></a></p>
<p>England Team Celebrates Lord’s Test Win as Ravindra Jadeja Looks Dejected (Photo &#8211; ESPNcricinfo)</p>


<p>Just like Jadeja, Kapil Dev also found himself in a similar situation. However, instead of giving the strike to another batsman, Kapil took responsibility himself, launching a counter-attack with a flurry of boundaries, smashing four consecutive sixes.</p>


Lords Thriller 1990: India Needed 24, This All-Rounder Hit 4 Sixes in a
Row—Could Jadeja Have Done It Too?

<p class="attachment"><a href='https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/India-vs-England-leeds.png'><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="200" src="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/India-vs-England-leeds.png?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Shubman Gill with team India Players" srcset="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/India-vs-England-leeds.png 1200w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/India-vs-England-leeds.png?resize=300,200 300w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/India-vs-England-leeds.png?resize=768,512 768w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/India-vs-England-leeds.png?resize=1024,683 1024w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/India-vs-England-leeds.png?resize=135,90 135w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/India-vs-England-leeds.png?resize=90,60 90w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></a></p>
<p>Shubman Gill&#8217;s poor captaincy and the bowlers’ average performance were the main reasons for the defeat. (Photo &#8211; ESPNcricinfo)</p>


<p>The captain admitted that India could have played better in the final hour of the fourth day and at the beginning of the fifth day.</p>


ENG vs IND: Gill's Hopes Dashed After Lords Test Defeat; Captain Admits Room for
Improvement

MOhammad Siraj Dismissal in Lords Test (Photo- CSK X)

<p>On the fifth day, barring Ravindra Jadeja, no other batter could score runs against the English bowlers, and this proved to be the biggest reason for Team India&#8217;s defeat.</p>


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World's oldest marathon runner Fauja Singh Dies

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<p>World&#8217;s oldest marathon runner Fauja Singh dies in road accident: Fauja Singh, known as the &#8220;Turbaned Tornado&#8221;, the world&#8217;s oldest marathon runner, has died in a road accident. </p>


World’s Oldest Marathon Runner Fauja Singh Dies in Road Accident


<p><strong>India vs Pakistan Match Cancelled in WCL 2025:</strong> The India versus Pakistan match, scheduled for today, 20 July, at Edgbaston as part of the World Championship of Legends 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to the refusal of several Indian players to participate. Five Indian players, including Harbhajan Singh, Irfan Pathan, and Yusuf Pathan, withdrew their names from the match.</p>



<p>The India versus Pakistan match was to be played at Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham, starting at 9 PM IST (Indian Standard Time) on Sunday. It has now been officially called off.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Confirmation from Edgbaston Stadium</h2>



<p>A post from the official Edgbaston Stadium X account confirmed the match cancellation, stating that the organisers of the World Championship Legends have cancelled the India versus Pakistan match. The stadium will be closed, and spectators are advised not to attend. Full refunds will be issued to all ticket holders.</p>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">The event organisers of WCL have confirmed that tomorrow’s match between India and Pakistan (Sunday 20th July at 16.30) has been cancelled. Please do not attend as the stadium will be closed.</p><p>All ticket holders will receive a full refund, please see below for further details. <a href="https://t.co/q5A0DOg356" target="_blank">pic.twitter.com/q5A0DOg356</a></p><p>— Edgbaston Stadium (@Edgbaston) <a href="https://twitter.com/Edgbaston/status/1946702875486253252?ref_src=twsrctfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">July 19, 2025</a></p></blockquote>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">India&#8217;s Team</h2>



<p>Yuvraj Singh (Captain), Shikhar Dhawan, Ambati Rayudu, Robin Uthappa, Suresh Raina, Yusuf Pathan, Irfan Pathan, Piyush Chawla, Stuart Binny, Vinay Kumar, Harbhajan Singh, Varun Aaron, Abhimanyu Mithun, Siddharth Kaul, Gurkeerat Mann.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Pakistan&#8217;s Team</h2>



<p>Mohammad Hafeez (Captain), Shoaib Malik, Shahid Afridi, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Kamran Akmal, Asif Ali, Amir Yamin, Sharjeel Khan, Sohail Khan, Sohail Tanvir, and Wahab Riaz.</p>


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<p>Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned from his post on Monday, citing health reasons. In a letter to President Draupadi Murmu, Dhankhar wrote, &#8220;To prioritise healthcare and abide by medical advice, I tender my resignation from the office of the Vice President of India, in accordance with Article 67(a) of the Constitution, with immediate effect.&#8221;</p>



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<p>He stated, &#8220;I express my deep gratitude to Her Excellency, the Honourable President of India, for her unwavering support and the pleasant and wonderful working relationship we shared during my tenure.&#8221;</p>



<p>Dhankhar further wrote, &#8220;I express my deep gratitude to the Honourable Prime Minister and his esteemed Council of Ministers. The Prime Minister&#8217;s cooperation and support have been invaluable, and I have learned a great deal from him during my tenure.&#8221;</p>



<p>Dhankhar wrote that it had been a matter of privilege and satisfaction for him to witness India’s economic growth and its unprecedented transformational phase. He expressed full confidence in the country’s bright future and its potential for global leadership.</p>



<p>On Vice-president Jagdeep Dhankhar’s resignation, Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal said he would not speculate on the reasons behind it. Dhankhar had cited health concerns, and Sibal said he respected that explanation. He described Dhankhar as one of the most active Chairpersons of the Rajya Sabha in recent years, someone who constantly encouraged members from both sides to work together. According to him, Dhankhar often reminded the House that they were ultimately working for the country. While ideological differences sometimes led to his advice not being followed, Sibal said the reasons were understandable. He described Dhankhar as a warm and kind-hearted person, clear-minded, and a true friend to many. Sibal said he regretted that Dhankhar had stepped down.</p>



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<p>Reacting to Vice-president Jagdeep Dhankhar’s resignation, Congress MP Imran Masood said Dhankhar had been present in Parliament throughout the day and questioned what could have happened in just one hour that led to his resignation. He said they were praying to God to bless Dhankhar with a long and healthy life but admitted he could not understand the reason behind the sudden decision</p>


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<p>Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned from his post on Monday, citing health reasons.</p>


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<p>Panic ensued on the Jammu Tawi Express (train number 19223) this morning when smoke suddenly emerged from its B-1 coach. The incident occurred between the Bathinda-Goniana rail section, as the train departed towards Firozpur at 7:45 AM. The sight of smoke instilled fear among passengers, leading several to jump off the train to save themselves.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Panic Erupts on Sight of Smoke</h2>



<p>According to eyewitnesses, the sight of smoke billowing from the train&#8217;s coach triggered a stampede among passengers. Upon receiving information, railway staff and officials immediately arrived on the scene and attempted to control the situation. A technical investigation revealed that the smoke resulted from a brake binding issue. Railway staff rectified the technical fault after approximately half an hour&#8217;s effort, after which the train was dispatched to Firozpur.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">No Casualties Reported</h2>



<p>No casualties have been reported during the incident, however, passengers have demanded that the railway administration conduct regular checks of trains and strengthen safety measures. Railway officials stated that trains undergo periodic checks to prevent such incidents, and a thorough investigation into this matter will be conducted to prevent similar situations in the future.</p>


<p>Panic ensued when smoke suddenly emerged from the B-1 coach of the Jammu Tawi Express as it departed for Firozpur. Passengers were understandably frightened by the sight of the smoke.</p>


Smoke Scare in Jammu Tawi Express Coach, Passengers Evacuated Safely

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<p>The Bombay High Court has acquitted all 12 convicts in the 2006 Mumbai serial train bombings, citing a lack of evidence. The court on Monday overturned the death sentences of five convicts and dismissed the Maharashtra government&#8217;s appeal seeking confirmation of the sentences.</p>



<p>On 11 July 2006, seven serial blasts ripped through crowded Mumbai local trains, killing 189 people and injuring over 800. RDX was used in the explosions, and the Indian Mujahideen was blamed for the attacks.</p>



<p>In 2015, a special TADA court convicted 12 out of 15 accused. Five received the death penalty, and seven were given life imprisonment. However, the Bombay High Court overturned the lower court&#8217;s decision, acquitting all and ordering their release from prison.</p>



<p>The court was not satisfied with the evidence and testimonies presented by the prosecution, leading to the acquittal of all 12 convicts. The bench of Justices Anil Kilore and S. Chandak stated that the prosecution&#8217;s evidence lacked a solid foundation. The accused, who were held in Yerwada, Nasik, Amravati, and Nagpur jails in Maharashtra, were presented in court via video conferencing.</p>


<p>The Bombay High Court has acquitted all 12 convicts in the 2006 Mumbai train bombings case. The bombings, a series of devastating explosions, occurred on 11 July 2006.</p>


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<p>A major Goods and Services Tax (GST) fraud case has come to light in India, involving 3,558 fake companies that caused losses exceeding ₹15,851 crore (approximately £1.5 billion) to the government. This was revealed in an investigation conducted by GST officials during the first quarter (April-June 2025) of the current financial year. These companies perpetrated the scam through fraudulent Input Tax Credit (ITC) claims.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How the Fraud Occurred?</h2>



<p>The GST system allows companies to claim tax paid on raw material purchases as ITC. The fraudulent companies misused this provision by creating fake invoices without any actual transactions and obtained refunds of thousands of crores of rupees through ITC. According to officials, this scam is 29% higher than last year, when 3,840 companies committed fraud worth ₹12,304 crore in the first quarter.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Action Taken</h2>



<p>GST officials have so far arrested 53 people in this case and recovered ₹659 crore. However, this amount is significantly less than the total loss. The fact that over 25,000 fake companies were involved in a ₹61,545 crore scam during the previous financial year highlights the seriousness of the problem.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Government&#8217;s Challenge</h2>



<p>Officials say that the number of fake companies is constantly increasing. The government has taken several steps to curb this, but much work remains to be done. Special drives are being conducted to prevent GST fraud, such as the one launched in May-June 2023, which uncovered a ₹30,000 crore scam across 16 states.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Expert Advice</h2>



<p>Experts believe that technological improvements in the GST system, stricter monitoring, and the use of data analytics can curb such fraud. The government plans to further strengthen digital tracking and Aadhaar-PAN based verification to prevent such scams in the future.</p>


<p>A major fraud case has come to light in the first quarter of the current financial year, in which 3,558 fake companies caused a loss of over ₹15,851 crore to the government.</p>


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<p>Jaipur Weather Update: The rainfall in Jaipur slowed down on Sunday. There was light rain in the morning. After that, there was a mix of cloudy skies and sunshine throughout the day.</p>



<p>According to the meteorological centre, the spell of rain in the city has stopped and is expected to remain so for the coming days. Furthermore, Jaipur has received 102% more rainfall than usual. According to the Water Resources Department, the normal rainfall in Jaipur is 511.93 millimetres. From June 1st to date, the normal rainfall is 189.29 mm, while 383.09 mm of rainfall has been recorded. This means that 102.38% more rain than usual has fallen.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Yellow Alert for 5 Districts Today</h2>



<p>The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for 5 districts today, forecasting the possibility of thunderstorms and lightning in Banswara, Chittorgarh, Dungarpur, Pratapgarh, and Udaipur.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Heavy Rainfall Alert </h2>



<p>A yellow alert has been issued for heavy rain in Alwar, Baran, and Jhalawar tomorrow, along with thunderstorms and lightning in Bharatpur, Bundi, Dausa, and Kota.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Future Weather Forecast</h2>



<p>The Meteorological Department says that rainfall activity will decrease over the next 6-7 days. After that, a new system will become active around July 27-28, leading to another spell of heavy to very heavy rainfall.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Rain Expected in Baran </h2>



<p>In Baran city, sunshine prevailed from Sunday morning, although there was also some movement of light clouds. The maximum temperature rose by one degree to 34 degrees. The minimum temperature also increased by one degree to 28 degrees, leading to a feeling of humidity. </p>



<p>According to the Meteorological Department, the forecast for the district is partly cloudy with light rain on Monday and Tuesday, cloudy with light rain on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, and normal rainfall on Saturday and Sunday.</p>


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<p>Heavy Rain Alert: The meteorological department has issued a yellow alert for five districts, forecasting thunderstorms and lightning in Banswara, Chittorgarh, Dungarpur, Pratapgarh, and Udaipur.</p>


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<p>India&#8217;s troubles in the five-Test series against England show no signs of abating. After three Tests, India already trails 1-2, and now faces a series of setbacks. </p>



<p>Reports indicate that Indian fast bowler Arshdeep Singh and pace all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy have been ruled out of the Manchester Test due to injury. Fast bowler Akash Deep is also reportedly injured and his participation is uncertain. This raises significant questions about the playing XI ahead of the fourth Test, starting Wednesday, 23 July, for head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Nitish Injured in the Gym</h2>



<p>Reports suggest that Nitish Kumar Reddy injured his knee while working out in the gym. Scans have confirmed ligament damage. The injury occurred during training on Sunday. This is a major blow to the Indian team, already struggling with injuries to its fast bowlers, ahead of the fourth Test.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Arshdeep Singh and Akash Deep Already Injured</h2>



<p>Meanwhile, fast bowler Arshdeep Singh sustained a hand injury while catching the ball during net practice. He has received stitches. Akash Deep is also suffering from back pain; he complained of back pain on the fourth day of the third Test. His participation is also doubtful. The simultaneous injury of three fast bowlers could pose a significant problem for Team India.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Shardul Thakur&#8217;s Return</h2>



<p>Following the injuries to Arshdeep Singh and Akash Deep, Anshul Kamboj, a fast bowler from Karnal, Haryana, has been included in the Indian team. If Nitish Reddy is unavailable due to injury, Shardul Thakur, who played in the Leeds Test but was subsequently dropped from the playing XI for the next two matches, could be given an opportunity.</p>


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<p><strong>Rajasthan Roadways</strong>: Devotees visiting Khatu Shyam Ji have reason to rejoice. Alwar Depot of Rajasthan Roadways has started a special bus service to cater to the needs of pilgrims. This service operates every Saturday, Sunday, and on Ekadashi.</p>



<p>Traffic Manager Sunil Bhagwati informed that due to Ekadashi falling on the upcoming Monday, the bus will depart from Alwar Depot at 9:00 AM for Khatu Shyam Ji. The return journey will commence from Khatu Shyam Ji at 4:15 PM.</p>



<p>The bus fare is ₹175 for male passengers and ₹95 for female passengers. The aim of this initiative is to provide devotees with affordable, safe, and regular transport. Roadways management has appealed to a large number of devotees to avail this service.</p>


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<p>There is good news for devotees visiting Khatu Shyam Ji in Rajasthan. Rajasthan Roadways Alwar depot has started a special bus service keeping the convenience of devotees in mind.</p>


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<p>MP News: Vidisha district in Madhya Pradesh has received a significant boost with the approval of 11 Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) projects. A total of ₹724.9 crore has been sanctioned for these projects. </p>



<p>According to Geeta Raghuvanshi, the Zila Panchayat President, a proposal for the construction of these roads was earlier sent to the Member of Parliament and the Union Agriculture Minister, Shivraj Singh Chouhan. The funds have been approved based on his recommendation.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Roads to be constructed in these villages</h2>



<p>The approval of 11 PMGSY roads will benefit over a dozen villages in the district. The sanctioned amount will be used for road construction on the following routes: Panjh to Kirmachi Rusalli, Main Road to Rasoolpur, Kaal Bhairav Mandir to Awas Basti, Dholkhedi to Hinautiya, Lashkarpur Road to Jamaldi, Bhairokhedi Road to Piparhunta Basti, Sherpur Kasba Road to Umarakhedi, Khejda Sultan Road to Awas Basti, Karariya Lashkarpur Road to Jhadaun Basti, Muhana to Awas Basti Muhana, Kashiram Khejda to Mudrakheda, and Adarsh College to Nimkhiria Karar Tapra. These are currently unpaved roads.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Repair of cremation grounds</h2>



<p>Geeta Raghuvanshi, the Zila Panchayat President, stated that the road construction process will begin soon after receiving approval from the Zila Panchayat&#8217;s general meeting. </p>



<p>The construction of these roads will provide significant relief to villagers, especially school children. Furthermore, she mentioned that the condition of cremation grounds across urban and rural areas will be assessed using geo-tagging to identify those requiring repairs. </p>



<p>She has instructed all Gram Panchayats to utilise funds from the 15th Finance Commission and the State Finance Commission to repair existing platforms and tin sheds in cremation grounds and to construct new temporary structures.</p>


<p>Approval granted for roads based on the recommendation of Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, with an allocation of ₹724 crore.</p>


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<p><strong>Ajay Devgn meets Shahid Afridi at WCL:</strong> Following the cancellation of the India vs Pakistan match at the World Championship of Legends (WCL 2025), the event organisers have faced considerable controversy. The two arch-rival teams&#8217; legends were scheduled to face off at Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham on Sunday, 20 July. However, the organisers announced the match&#8217;s cancellation via social media prior to the match, sparking outrage. Many Indian fans questioned former Indian cricketers&#8217; decision to play against Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack. Amidst this, photos of Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn meeting Shahid Afridi have gone viral on social media. Let&#8217;s uncover the truth behind these pictures.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Ajay Devgn is a co-owner of the World Championship of Legends</h2>



<p>It&#8217;s important to note that Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn is a co-owner of the World Championship of Legends T20 tournament. He was seen at Edgbaston, Birmingham during the tournament&#8217;s inaugural season last year. While the India-Pakistan match has been cancelled this time, fans are expressing anger over Ajay Devgn&#8217;s meeting with Pakistani legend Shahid Afridi during the event.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Shahid Afridi&#8217;s controversial remarks after the Pulwama terror attack</h2>



<p>Following the Pahalgam terror attack, the Indian army targeted Pakistani terrorist bases in an operation codenamed &#8216;Operation Sindoor&#8217;. Former Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi made derogatory remarks about the Indian army during this time. He even held a victory parade after the ceasefire. </p>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Ajay Devgan meets Shahid Afridi happily. These celebs desh bhakti will remain for PR only, rest they will do anything for money and don&#39;t care about the people of the country. <a href="https://t.co/FqfKTMPNOm" target="_blank">pic.twitter.com/FqfKTMPNOm</a></p>&mdash; Div🦁 (@div_yumm) <a href="https://twitter.com/div_yumm/status/1946971234597572963?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">July 20, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The truth behind the viral pictures</h2>



<p>While it&#8217;s true that Ajay Devgn met and spoke with Shahid Afridi, this meeting did not take place in 2025. The pictures circulating on social media are from last year&#8217;s inaugural season of the tournament. Devgn, as a co-owner of the tournament, was present in Edgbaston. India won the final against Pakistan during that tournament.</p>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Ajay Devgan met Shahid Afridi during the World Championship of Legends in Birmingham, 2024 <a href="https://t.co/mlmdWZMgSd" target="_blank">pic.twitter.com/mlmdWZMgSd</a></p>&mdash; ᭄ Sanatani Sigma ঔৣ ꧂🇮🇳 (@sanatanisigmaa) <a href="https://twitter.com/sanatanisigmaa/status/1947009813436837952?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">July 20, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Shikhar Dhawan clarifies: Withdrew from the match on 11 May</h2>



<p>Several former Indian cricketers, including Shikhar Dhawan, Irfan Pathan, Yusuf Pathan, Harbhajan Singh, and Suresh Raina, withdrew from the World Championship of Legends 2025 match against Pakistan on the eve of the match. Their participation was subsequently questioned. Shikhar Dhawan clarified that he informed the organisers of his decision not to play against Pakistan on 11 May.</p>


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<p><strong>Man Eats Non-Vegetarian Food in ISKCON Temple:</strong> A man was seen eating chicken at an ISKCON temple restaurant, a place where even mentioning non-vegetarian food is considered taboo. He not only ate the chicken himself but also offered it to others present. A video of this incident has gone viral on social media, sparking outrage, including from famous Bollywood singer and rapper Badshah, who expressed his anger.</p>



<p>The man in the viral video, reportedly an African national, entered the ISKCON restaurant with a KFC meal and openly consumed chicken in front of devotees. Following the video&#8217;s viral spread, Badshah tweeted his anger.</p>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Even the chicken would be embarrassed. Dude wasnt hungry for chicken, he was hungry for some 🩴 on that face. True strength is in respecting what you dont understand. <a href="https://t.co/vKHmoIfozI" target="_blank">https://t.co/vKHmoIfozI</a></p>&mdash; BADSHAH (@Its_Badshah) <a href="https://twitter.com/Its_Badshah/status/1946792703133458581?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">July 20, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Man Eats Chicken in ISKCON Temple</h2>



<p>The incident reportedly took place in London. The video shows an African-British man deliberately entering the ISKCON &#8216;Govind&#8217; restaurant and asking if it is a vegan restaurant. Upon receiving an affirmative answer, he further inquired about the absence of meat. The women at the counter confirmed that the restaurant served no meat, onions, or garlic. The man then laughed, pulled out a KFC container from a plastic bag, and began eating the meat while standing at the counter. He remained in the restaurant until security was called.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Social Media Users Demand Action</h2>



<p>Many have condemned the man&#8217;s behaviour and demanded action against him. Social media users are questioning the repeated targeting of their religion and expressing anger at the incident, calling for strong action against the individual.</p>


<p class="attachment"><a href='https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ISKCON-Temple-Man-Eat-Non-Veg-in-london-video-viral-rapper-badshah-engry-that-boy.jpg'><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="200" src="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ISKCON-Temple-Man-Eat-Non-Veg-in-london-video-viral-rapper-badshah-engry-that-boy.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="ISKCON Temple Man Eat Non Veg" srcset="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ISKCON-Temple-Man-Eat-Non-Veg-in-london-video-viral-rapper-badshah-engry-that-boy.jpg 1200w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ISKCON-Temple-Man-Eat-Non-Veg-in-london-video-viral-rapper-badshah-engry-that-boy.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ISKCON-Temple-Man-Eat-Non-Veg-in-london-video-viral-rapper-badshah-engry-that-boy.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ISKCON-Temple-Man-Eat-Non-Veg-in-london-video-viral-rapper-badshah-engry-that-boy.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ISKCON-Temple-Man-Eat-Non-Veg-in-london-video-viral-rapper-badshah-engry-that-boy.jpg?resize=135,90 135w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ISKCON-Temple-Man-Eat-Non-Veg-in-london-video-viral-rapper-badshah-engry-that-boy.jpg?resize=90,60 90w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></a></p>
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<p>Badshah expressed his anger on social media after a video surfaced showing a boy eating chicken at an ISKCON temple restaurant. </p>


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<p>A tragic incident occurred on Saturday evening at Are-Ware beach, a popular tourist spot in Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, where four tourists from Thane-Mumbra drowned in the sea. The deceased include three women and one man. The incident happened around 6:30 pm when the tourists were enjoying themselves near the shore and were caught in strong waves.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Bodies Recovered Within Half an Hour</h2>



<p>According to eyewitnesses, the four tourists were swept away by sudden strong waves while bathing in the sea. Local villagers and fishermen immediately launched a rescue operation, but it was too late. The bodies of all four were recovered within approximately 30 minutes. The deceased have been identified as Junaid Kazi, Jainab Kazi, Uzma Sheikh, and Umera Sheikh, all residents of Mumbra, Thane.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Warning Already in Place</h2>



<p>The local administration had already issued a &#8220;No Swimming&#8221; warning at Are-Ware beach, as strong waves and dangerous currents are common during the monsoon season. However, the tourists ignored this warning, resulting in this tragic incident. Upon receiving information about the accident, Senior Inspector Rajendra Yadav of Ratnagiri Police Station, along with his team, reached the scene, conducted a panchnama (official report), and initiated a preliminary investigation.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Demand for Deployment of Guards</h2>



<p>Locals have demanded that the administration deploy guards at sensitive coastal areas like Are-Ware during the monsoon season and impose restrictions on tourists. They also stated that such accidents occur due to negligence in the allure of natural beauty. The administration has appealed to people to follow weather department warnings and strictly adhere to safety guidelines in coastal areas.</p>


<p class="attachment"><a href='https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Maharashtra-Beach-Accident-1-1.jpg'><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="200" src="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Maharashtra-Beach-Accident-1-1.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" srcset="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Maharashtra-Beach-Accident-1-1.jpg 1200w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Maharashtra-Beach-Accident-1-1.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Maharashtra-Beach-Accident-1-1.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Maharashtra-Beach-Accident-1-1.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Maharashtra-Beach-Accident-1-1.jpg?resize=135,90 135w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Maharashtra-Beach-Accident-1-1.jpg?resize=90,60 90w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></a></p>
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<p>Four people drowned in the sea at Ratnagiri in Maharashtra. The four victims were caught in strong, sudden waves while bathing.</p>


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India&#39;s first high-speed rail trial track being built in Rajasthan; bullet train to run at 200 kmph


<p><strong>Sambhar Salt Lake:</strong> India&#8217;s first high-speed railway trial track, under construction on the Jaipur-Jodhpur rail route, appears to be stuck in bureaucratic red tape. Even after three years, the railway authorities have not received permission to lay 2.5 km of track in the Sambhar Lake area. This makes it difficult for the project to commence on schedule, inevitably increasing both time and cost for the railways. Furthermore, the trial of bullet trains in Rajasthan is also facing uncertainty.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">80% Complete, Yet Challenges Remain</h2>



<p>In 2019-20, the railways announced a budget for a 64 km long high-speed (200 km/h) trial track on the Jaipur-Jodhpur rail route, with work commencing in 2020. More than 80% of the work is now complete. According to railway officials, this track is proposed to run from Gudha near Nawal to Meethri, alongside Sambhar Lake. However, a 2.5 km section through the Sambhar Lake wetland area is stalled due to a lack of clearance from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.</p>



<p>Numerous proposals have been sent to the state government and the ministry over the past three years, but objections have been raised each time. According to railway officials, several technical works are also stalled due to the delay in the lake area. The track cannot be operational until this section is completed. The target is to commission it by December, but this seems unlikely.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Problem: Ramsar Site vs. National Project</h2>



<p>The state government&#8217;s State Wetland Authority argues that Sambhar Lake is an internationally recognised Ramsar site, where new construction is restricted. However, the railways contend that several rail tracks for salt transportation and the main Jaipur-Jodhpur railway line already exist in the lake area. Therefore, obstructing a mere 2.5 km track is incomprehensible. The railways are now preparing to communicate with the state government again to secure approval.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1200" height="800" src="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/image_a8a9d6.png?w=640" alt="Salt production in Sambhar Lake, Patrika Photo" class="wp-image-19794186" srcset="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/image_a8a9d6.png 1200w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/image_a8a9d6.png?resize=300,200 300w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/image_a8a9d6.png?resize=768,512 768w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/image_a8a9d6.png?resize=1024,683 1024w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/image_a8a9d6.png?resize=135,90 135w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/image_a8a9d6.png?resize=90,60 90w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Future: Bullet Train Trials, 200 kmph Speed</h2>



<p>According to railway officials, similar tracks are used for high-speed trials in countries like China, the USA, and Australia. In India, testing new trains or wagons requires halting traffic. The commissioning of this track will not only facilitate trials of new engines and coaches but will also allow for future testing of bullet train coaches. This could be a game-changer for the railways, enabling trials at speeds of 200 km/h.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Experts Warn: Delays Will Have Serious Consequences</h2>



<p>Environmental and forestry experts believe that this is a nationally important project and that delays in approval should not occur, given the pre-existing tracks. They argue that this obstruction could jeopardise crores of rupees in investment and years of effort.</p>


Sambhar Lake: trouble hits high-speed rail trial track (Patrika photo)

<p class="attachment"><a href='https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Copy-of-Logo-Banner-2025-07-21T071554.492.jpg'><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="200" src="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Copy-of-Logo-Banner-2025-07-21T071554.492.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Sambhar Lake: trouble hits high-speed rail trial track (Patrika photo)" srcset="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Copy-of-Logo-Banner-2025-07-21T071554.492.jpg 1200w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Copy-of-Logo-Banner-2025-07-21T071554.492.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Copy-of-Logo-Banner-2025-07-21T071554.492.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Copy-of-Logo-Banner-2025-07-21T071554.492.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Copy-of-Logo-Banner-2025-07-21T071554.492.jpg?resize=135,90 135w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Copy-of-Logo-Banner-2025-07-21T071554.492.jpg?resize=90,60 90w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></a></p>
<p>Sambhar Lake: trouble hits high-speed rail trial track (Patrika photo)</p>


<p>The construction of India&#8217;s first high-speed railway trial track on the Jaipur-Jodhpur rail route appears to be stalled due to bureaucratic apathy. Even after three years, the railway authorities have not been able to obtain permission to lay 2.5 km of track in the Sambhar Lake area.</p>


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<p><strong>Education Department Order:</strong> Important news has emerged for parents in Madhya Pradesh who send their children to private schools. The state government has revoked the recognition of 250 private schools across the state. This includes 12 schools in the capital city of Bhopal.</p>



<p>It is reported that the recognition was revoked because these schools lacked land documents. Some school operators did not possess sufficient land as per school standards, while others lacked necessary registration papers. This led to the department taking action.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">50 Schools Still Awaiting Decision</h2>



<p>The recognition process for schools offering classes 9th to 12th in the state involves an initial application to the Divisional Joint Director. If approval is not received, a second appeal is made to the Departmental Minister. 350 private schools&#8217; recognition cases reached the Departmental Minister. Of these, only 50 schools received recognition, while the recognition of another 50 schools has been put on hold. However, the recognition of 250 private schools has been revoked. This includes 12 schools in Bhopal, among which prominent names are Ankur Higher Secondary, Seven Hills, Preeti Higher Secondary, Rajapushpa, Parth, and Gyan Krishna School.</p>


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<p>The Education Department has revoked the recognition of 250 private schools in the state. This includes 12 schools in the capital, Bhopal.</p>


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