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Expressing concern: The Supreme Court on Wednesday expressed concern over ego clashes between IAS and IPS/IFS (forest service) officers. Speaking from his experience as a government lawyer and a judge for over two decades, senior SC Judge BR Gavai shared with solicitor general Tushar Mehta that there has always been a «conflict» between them. Justice Gavai said that IAS officers always show their «supremacy» over IPS and IFS officers. The development took place during a hearing pertaining to the omnibus forest protection matter. Displeasure with High Court The Supreme Court has recorded its displeasure with the way certain orders are passed by the Allahabad High Court. A bench headed by justice Abhay Oka on Wednesday disapproved of the way a revision appeal was decided by the high court. Remanding the case back to the Lucknow bench of HC for reconsideration, the top court directed the high court to call for the trial court record before deciding the matter. In January, another bench headed by justice Surya Kant had observed that the functioning of Allahabad High Court has been «worrisome». The bench had also observed that the filing and listing of cases in the Allahabad HC had «collapsed».

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain Ruturaj Gaikwad opened up on how legendary five-time IPL-winning and World Cup-winning Indian skipper MS Dhoni approached him for captaincy ahead of the previous season and assured him that he will be getting to make his own calls. CSK will be kickstarting their upcoming IPL season against arch-rivals and five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) at Chennai on March 23. Last year, under Gaikwad's captaincy, CSK failed to defend their title, finishing at fifth spot with seven wins and seven losses, with 14 points. They missed out on the playoffs spot on basis of net-run-rate. Speaking exclusively on JioHotstar on CSK's leadership transition, the experts and the skipper himself said: Gaikwad said, «Just a week before the tournament last year, MS Dhoni came up to me and said, 'I am not leading this year--you are.' I was taken aback, asking, 'From the first game? Are you sure?' With just a few days to prepare, it was overwhelming. But he assured me, 'This is your team. You make your own decisions. I would not interfere--except when field placements are a 50-50 call. Even then, it is not a compulsion to follow my advice. That trust meant a lot to me.»

Steve Smith announced his retirement from One Day Internationals (ODIs). Virat Kohli’s 84-run knock was key to India’s successful chase of 265 runs.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. In the last two weeks, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of China conducted live-fire naval drills in the international waters off Australia, New Zealand and Vietnam, and shooting drills in the Taiwan Strait. This show of military might is a sign of China’s growing confidence as a maritime power.

The landmark legislation setting some of the world's most stringent limits on social media was approved by Australia's parliament in November, forcing such firms to bar log-ins by minors, or pay fines of up to A$49.5 million ($31 million). YouTube stands to be exempted from the ban set to take effect by the end of the year as it is considered a key educational tool and is the only service allowed for children as part of a family account with parental supervision rights.

Destiny 2’s Heresy Act 2 is set to launch soon. Bungie has shared key details about the release date, new weapons and seasonal activities.

Virat overthrew Ponting for the elusive feat during the high-stakes Champions Trophy semi-final clash between cricket behemoths India and Australia in Dubai on Wednesday.

Varun Chakravarthy dismissed Australia's Travis Head in the Champions Trophy semi-final in Dubai. The Australian opener, known for his match-winning performances against India, was sent back for 39 off 33 balls, triggering an outpouring of reactions on social media. Skipper Rohit Sharma’s decision to bring Chakravarthy into the attack in the ninth over paid off immediately, as the spinner struck on just the second ball of his spell. Head’s dismissal reduced Australia to two down, giving India a crucial breakthrough in the high-stakes encounter. Travis Head had been a major concern for Indian fans leading up to the match, given his history of tormenting India on big occasions. His stunning 137-run knock in the 2023 World Cup final had cemented his reputation as a big-match player. In ODIs against India, he had amassed 345 runs at an impressive average of 43.13.

Telugu film industry, is all set to make his big-screen debut in Tollywood. Over the years, Warner has captivated fans with his social media tributes to Telugu cinema, and now, the long-standing wish of his Indian supporters is finally coming true. The batsman will be seen in a special cameo in Robinhood, an adventurous comedy starring Nithiin. The exciting news was confirmed by producer Ravi Shankar during the promotional event for Kingston in Hyderabad. Directed by Venky Kudumula, the film promises to be an entertaining ride, and Warner’s presence is expected to add an extra dose of excitement for both cricket and cinema lovers. Reports suggest that Warner was offered a whopping Rs 1 crore per day of shooting for his role. With Tollywood welcoming him to the silver screen, fans are eagerly anticipating what the cricketer-turned-actor has in store.

Congress on Tuesday extended best wishes to the Indian cricket team ahead of its Champions Trophy semi-final match against Australia and said the entire nation is cheering for them. India would rely on a potent spin battery and familiarity with the conditions to break the knockout jinx against an undermanned Australia when the two formidable cricket forces clash in Dubai on Tuesday. In a post on X, Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said, «All the very best to the young men in blue as they take on the Aussies today. The entire nation is cheering for them!» Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed's social media posts fat-shaming Indian captain Rohit Sharma had sparked a major row on Monday, riling millions of cricket fans and drawing flak from various quarters including her own party and Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya who slammed them as «deeply shameful».

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James Harrison, known globally as the ‘Man with the Golden Arm,’ has passed away at the age of 88, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy of generosity and lifesaving contributions. His remarkable journey began at 14 when he underwent major lung surgery and received multiple blood transfusions that saved his life. This experience ignited a lifelong commitment to giving back, and at 18, encouraged by his father, he made his first blood donation. Over the next six decades, he never missed a single appointment, donating plasma an astonishing 1,173 times before retiring in 2018 at the age of 81.

India vs Australia Semifinal LIVE SCORE, Champions Trophy 2025: India are taking on Australia in the first semifinal of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai on Tuesday. Unbeaten in the tournament so far, Rohit Sharma's men finished on top of Group A to set up a clash with injury-hit Australia, led by Steve Smith. In fact, it will be first IND vs AUS clash in ODIs for the first time since the final of World Cup in 2023.India started off the campaign with a win over Bangladesh before beating Pakistan and New Zealand.

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Severance Season 2 continues with its latest episode. Fans can expect Episode 8 to premiere on March 6, 2025. Apple TV+ follows a fixed release schedule.

Invincible Season 3 continues its weekly episode release, with Episode 7 set to premiere on March 6, 2025. The season features significant events. Fans can expect major developments as the storyline progresses.

Australia captain Steve Smith addressed the media in a pre-match press conference ahead of their high-stakes ICC Champions Trophy semifinal clash against India on Tuesday. With India entering the match on the back of an unbeaten run, Smith acknowledged their dominance and shared his thoughts on the challenges ahead. When asked if Australia had a plan to silence the Indian crowd, Smith responded, «Yeah, I don't really have a message to be honest. Just going out and playing, and hopefully, we can put on a good show.» Discussing whether India had an advantage playing in Dubai, Smith admitted that familiarity with the conditions could play a role.

Champions Trophy on Tuesday. India have stuck to their position of not touring Pakistan because of the strained political relations between the Asian neighbours, who play each other only in global events. The International Cricket Council (ICC), headed by former Indian board secretary Jay Shah, has drawn flak for allowing India to play all their matches in Dubai and getting what many consider an unfair advantage.

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It will not be a straightforward task, though, as the Aussies are a resilient beast in global tournaments even without their lead cast of Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc. Their stunning chase of 352 against England at Lahore a few days back validates the thought.

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