Groom in UP’s Meerut Turns Hero in Unlikely Chase After Thief Steals Currency Note from His Garland
In a dramatic turn of events in Uttar Pradesh’s Meerut, a groom became an unlikely hero when he chased down a thief who snatched a currency note from his wedding garland. After the theft, Dev Kumar, still dressed in his wedding attire, pursued the thief in a pickup truck. Clinging to the moving vehicle, he eventually forced it to stop and confronted the thief. The incident, captured in a viral video, saw the groom’s relatives join in, resulting in a roadside altercation. The situation de-escalated after the thief apologized, and the groom relented.
Maharashtra Govt Formation: CM Decision Still Pending After Mahayuti Alliance Victory
The decision on who will be the next Chief Minister of Maharashtra remains uncertain after the Mahayuti alliance secured 235 of the 288 seats in the state assembly. While BJP's Devendra Fadnavis and current CM Eknath Shinde are both in the running, the final choice will be made after discussions among alliance partners. NCP's Ajit Pawar confirmed ongoing talks, and Shiv Sena leader Raju Waghmare expressed support for Shinde, citing his popularity. The decision is expected to be influenced by the intervention of a BJP-appointed Central observer.
IPL 2025 Mega Auction: 13-Year-Old Vaibhav Suryavanshi Joins Rajasthan Royals at Rs 1.1 cr
In a stunning development at the IPL mega auction in Jeddah, 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi secured a ₹1.10 crore contract with Rajasthan Royals. The young prodigy, who made his T20 debut for Bihar in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, has been breaking records since his debut at just 12 years and 284 days. Suryavanshi became the youngest centurion in competitive cricket history during the Youth Test series against Australia, scoring a blazing 104 off 62 balls. His rapid rise has captivated the cricketing world, with fans now eagerly awaiting his IPL debut.
Muslim Organizations Condemn Sambhal Mosque Survey, Call for Judicial Inquiry into Violence
The recent survey of Jama Masjid in Sambhal, ordered by a civil judge, has led to widespread violence, resulting in the loss of five lives. Muslim organizations have condemned the survey, criticizing the court for not consulting the mosque committee beforehand. They also raised concerns about provocative actions by individuals accompanying the survey team, which escalated communal tensions. Leaders like Malik Moatasim Khan and Mahmood Madani have called for a judicial inquiry into the incident, demanding accountability for the police action that led to the deaths of protesters. The groups also emphasized the need to uphold the Places of Worship Act of 1991 to protect religious sites.
Rishabh Pant Becomes most expensive Indian player in IPL history, Breaks Shreyas Iyer’s record within minutes
Rishabh Pant set a new benchmark in IPL history, becoming the most expensive player ever sold at an auction with a record-breaking INR 27 crore bid from Lucknow Super Giants for the 2025 season. The bidding war saw Pant surpass Shreyas Iyer, who was acquired by Punjab Kings for INR 26.75 crore. Meanwhile, Arshdeep Singh was retained by Punjab after a fierce bidding battle, and South Africa's Kagiso Rabada was snapped up by Gujarat Titans for INR 10.75 crore. The auction highlighted the fierce competition among IPL franchises to secure top players for the upcoming season.
