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India Creates Unwanted Record in Headingley Test Loss Despite Five Centurions
India became the first team in Test history to lose a match despite five players scoring centuries, as England chased down a massive 371-run target at Headingley. The high-scoring thriller saw a combined total of 1673 runs the most in any India-England Test with Ben Duckett’s 149 setting a new record for the highest fourth-innings score against India. Despite India’s 835-run aggregate, the second innings collapse and England’s record chase sealed a historic defeat for the visitors.
50 Years of Emergency: The “Darkest Chapter” in Independent India’s History – Sampadak Express
On June 26, 1975, then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi declared a state of Emergency in India, suspending constitutional rights, curbing press freedom, and initiating mass arrests. Triggered by an adverse court verdict and rising opposition led by Jayaprakash Narayan, the Emergency lasted 21 months and is remembered as the darkest chapter in India’s democratic history. This period saw democracy reduced to autocracy, with power concentrated in the hands of Indira and her son Sanjay Gandhi.
Rajasthan: French Tourist Raped In Udaipur, FIR Registered, Accused On The Run
A French tourist in Udaipur has alleged that she was raped by a man who lured her away from a party under the pretext of sightseeing. The incident occurred in the Badgaon area, and police have launched a manhunt for the accused, who is currently absconding. The woman is receiving treatment and is in stable condition.
Himachal School Teacher Arrested for Allegedly Molesting 24 Girl Students
A government school teacher in Himachal Pradesh's Sirmaur district has been arrested for allegedly sexually harassing 24 girl students. The incident surfaced during a student-teacher interaction program, prompting immediate police action and departmental inquiry under the POCSO Act.
Indian Railways to Hike Fares, Tighten Tatkal Booking Rules from July 1, 2025: Key Changes Explained
From July 1, 2025, Indian Railways will implement a modest fare hike and enforce Aadhaar-based verification for Tatkal bookings. While non-AC fares will rise by 1 paise/km and AC fares by 2 paise/km, suburban and short-distance second-class journeys remain unaffected. Additionally, only Aadhaar-authenticated users can book Tatkal tickets, with OTP verification starting July 15. Agents are barred from booking during the first 30 minutes of the Tatkal window.
