Fake News Or Censorship? Bombay High Court's Split Judgment On IT Rules

In a split judgement on petitions challenging the amended Information Technology (IT) Rules on fake news, one judge of the Bombay High Court on Wednesday held that they amounted to censorship, while the other judge said the Rules do not have any chilling effect on free speech.

A division bench of Justices Gautam Patel and Neela Gokhale delivered different judgements, necessitating the placing of the petitions before a third judge. Patel struck down the Rules in question, terming them as unconstitutional, while Gokhale dismissed the petitions.

The matter would be put before the Chief Justice of the HC to be assigned to a third judge, the division bench said.

"There is a disagreement between us. I have held for the petitions and Justice Gokhale has held for the government. So now the matter will be heard afresh by a third judge," Justice Patel said.

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta agreed to extend for ten days an earlier assurance that until the judgment was delivered, the government would not notify the Fact Checking Unit (FCU) to be set up under the Rules to flag fake news about government on social media.

Under the Rules, if the FCU comes across or is informed about any posts pertaining to the business of the government that are fake, false, and contain misleading facts, then it would flag off the same to social media intermediaries.

The intermediary has the option of either taking down the post or putting a disclaimer on it. In the second option, the intermediary loses its safe harbour/ immunity and stands liable for legal action.

Patel held that no fundamental right says that every citizen has to receive only "true and accurate information as determined by the government".

Gokhale, on the other hand, held the right to share fake or untrue information was not part of the free speech right.

"Right of speech will not enjoy protection if the user knowingly and intentionally shares fake or misleading information, flagged albeit by a FCU...," she said.

Patel noted that the FCU would be "the sole authority to decide what piece of user-content relating to the undefined and unknowable business of the government is or is not fake." "How the FCU will go about its business is also unknown....Who, after all, is to fact-check the fact checker?...Quis custodiet ipsos custodes (Who will guard the guards)?"he asked.

"It is not the business of the government to keep citizens from falling into error. It is other way around...it is very much business and should be the duty of every citizen to prevent the government from falling into error," he said, adding that every attempt to whittle down a fundamental right must be resisted.

Justice Gokhale held that the Rules were not violative of any fundamental rights, nor did they suffer from arbitrariness.

The Rules, in fact, encourage discussion and dissemination of information on facts bereft of fakery, she said.

"No content is restrained by the impugned Rule, unless the content is patently false, untrue and is communicated with actual malice that is with knowledge of its falsehood and with reckless disregard for the truth and is deceptively passed off as a statement of truth," she said.

"The right to free expression is a crucial and indispensable component of a nation having adopted democracy. However, this right does not permit freedom to share information which a person knows to be false yet intentionally communicates as authentic," Gokhale said.

Justice Patel held that the State cannot coercively classify speech as true or false and compel non-publication of the latter, as this was nothing but "censorship".

He had the greatest difficulty in accepting the proposition that the government has an overriding authority to arrive at an absolutist determination of a content or expression as the truth, the judge said.

"There are no guidelines, no procedure for hearing, no opportunity to counter the case that some information is fake, false or misleading.... the Rules clearly make the Central Government a judge in its own cause.

Gokhale, however, noted that the Rules provide an opportunity to the intermediary to put a disclaimer on the content, and the FCU was merely tasked with identifying information concerning any business related to the government.

"The Rules does not in any manner, confer any authority on the FCU to direct the intermediary to take down any such information. It is left entirely to the discretion of the intermediary to make reasonable effort so that the user is encouraged not to continue to post, share etc. such information," she said.

She further said there was also a redressal mechanism for the intermediary as well as the user, and ultimately it is the court of law which would be the final arbiter. FCU cannot be presumed to be biased only because the power to notify is vested in the government, she added.

Members of the FCU would be those who are privy to the business or policies of the government, having access to authentic information to authoritatively determine any information as fake, and hence the FCU cannot be termed as biased, Justice Gokhale said.

Patel noted that one fully government-controlled entity, Press Information Bureau, is active and already has significant social media presence.

"The sinister and insidious facet to the impugned amendment is that this new agency (FCU) has far more than a loud bark: it has fangs and claws, for its unilateral view of what is or is not the 'truth' is accompanied by a requirement of removal of what is has so determined (to be fake, false or misleading)," he said.

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra, the Editors Guild of India, and Association of Indian Magazines filed petitions in the HC against the Rules, terming them arbitrary and unconstitutional and claiming that they would have a chilling effect on the fundamental rights of citizens.

On April 6, 2023, the Union government promulgated amendments to the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, including a provision for a fact-checking unit.

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"Hanuman Was A Big Diplomat": S Jaishankar Finds Familiar Ground In Ramayan

Foreign minister S Jaishankar today found a Ramayana reference to his job -- and an epic  diplomat. In an exclusive, wide-ranging  interview with NDTV Editor-in-Chief Sanjay Pugalia, Mr Jaishankar spoke of finding examples in the Indian context for things instead of borrowing from the west.

In this context, he said even his job was featured in the great epic Ramayan.

"Hanuman was big diplomat. An actual diplomat, since he was sent to Lanka as an envoy," he told NDTV.

"Hanuman also had an intelligence mission. He had to gain information on Sita. And he was also an activist diplomat, since on his way out, he caused them great loss," Mr Jaishankar said, referring to the burning of Lanka, the capital of the demon king Ravan, who had abducted SIta.

He also spoke of the diplomatic tactics and mind games that Hanuman had employed while in the audience hall of Ravan.

"He managed to sit on a higher seat than the king and his ministers, which put them at a psychological disadvantage," Mr Jaishankar said, pointing out that so much of it is relevant even today.

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"Bill On Civil Code Should Be Passed In Parliament": Team Eknath Shinde

The Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena on Tuesday demanded that a bill on the Uniform Civil Code be passed in the coming budget session of Parliament.

Speaking at a news conference in Delhi after an all-party meet on the eve of the session, Sena MP Rahul Shewale also demanded that Parliament pass a resolution congratulating Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya.

Shewale, the Sena's leader in the Lok Sabha, said as the session would be the last session before the general elections, a bill on Uniform Civil Code should be passed.

"A resolution congratulating Prime minister Narendra Modi should be passed in Parliament for building a grand Ram temple, and all parties should back it," he added.

His party will support all the bills that the government will introduce, Shewale said.

The budget session will be a short session this time, between January 31 and February 9, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman set to table an interim budget ahead of the Lok Sabha polls. The new government will present the full-fledged budget.

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Top Court Orders Courts To Shun Practice Of Mentioning Litigants' Caste

The Supreme Court has ordered its Registry, all High Courts, and subordinate courts to stop the practice of mentioning the caste or religion of litigants in case papers.

A bench of Justices Hima Kohli and Ahsanuddin Amanullah, in its recent order, said that the practice should be shunned and stopped immediately.

It directed all High Courts to ensure that the caste or religion of a litigant does not appear in the memo of parties in any petition filed before High Courts or subordinate courts under their jurisdiction.

"We see no reason for mentioning the caste/religion of any litigant either before this Court or the courts below. Such a practice is to be shunned and must be ceased forthwith. It is therefore deemed appropriate to pass a general order directing that henceforth the caste or religion of parties shall not be mentioned in the memo of parties of a petition/proceeding filed before this Court, irrespective of whether any such details have been furnished before the courts below," the bench stated in it's order.

The order of the top court came while allowing a transfer petition in a marital dispute pending before a family court in Rajasthan.

The top court, while permitting the transfer of the case to a family court in Punjab, was surprised to find that the caste of both parties to the dispute (husband and wife) had been mentioned in the memo of the parties.

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Delhi Records Maximum Temperature Of 18.6 Degrees Celsius On Sunday

The national capital recorded a maximum temperature of 18.6 degrees Celsius, normal for the season's average.

The minimum temperature of 6.0 degrees Celsius, three notches below the season's average, was recorded in the morning.

According to the IMD, from January 31 to February 1, the weather conditions will be generally cloudy with light rain or drizzle. From January 28 to 30, the city may witness moderate fog.

The humidity level of 83 per cent was recorded at 5.30 pm.

The air quality index (AQI) remained at 384 in the "very poor" category at 6 pm, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

An AQI between zero and 50 is considered "good", 51 and 100 "satisfactory", 101 and 200 "moderate", 201 and 300 "poor", 301 and 400 "very poor", and 401 and 500 "severe". 

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No Disrespect: Tamil Nadu Governor Clarifies Speech Involving Gandhi

Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi on Saturday said he didn't disrespect Mahatma Gandhi while speaking on India's Independence struggle and asserted that the Father of the Nation has been the guiding light of his life.

Some media reports in the last three-four days sought to create "an erroneous impression" that he has been "disrespectful" to Mahatma Gandhi but nothing could be farther from the truth, he said.

"I hold Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation, in the highest regard and his teachings have been the ideals of my life," the Governor stated.

His clarification comes in the wake of the agitation by the TNCC members held here earlier in the day condemning the Governor for allegedly insulting the Mahatma and belittling his role in the freedom struggle.

TNCC chief K S Alagiri, Su Thirunavukkarasar, MP, and Congress Legislature Party leader K Selvaperunthagai, were among those who participated in the agitation.

"I did not mean any disrespect to Mahatma Gandhi whose teachings have been the guiding light of my life," a Raj Bhavan communique quoting Ravi said referring to his speech at the 127th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on January 23, here.

Some media "did cherry-pick" from the speech and "gave it a twist," he said. "In my speech, I sought to elaborate the point that Netaji's significant contributions to our nation's Independence has not been adequately appreciated. I tried to make a point that what accelerated the pace and process of Independence in 1947 were the revolts of the Royal Indian Navy and Air Force in February 1946 – both inspired by Netaji," the Governor said.

Due to these revolts, the British panicked as they could no longer trust the Indians in uniform for their own safety and security in India. Following the February revolts, in March the British publicly declared that they would leave India and constituted the Constituent Assembly to demonstrate their sincerity, assuage the feelings of the agitated Indians and pre-empt potential revolts which could have had existential consequences for the British officers and their families in India.

The Naval and Air Force revolts were greatly inspired by the revolutionary actions of Netaji including the war of the Indian National Army against the British, he said.

The Quit India Movement of August 1942, after initial success had lost steam. Internecine conflicts in the National Freedom Movement due to the Muslim League's vehement insistence on the partition of India and its reactions on the ground kept much of the efforts and energy of the Congress leaders on how to manage the internal conflicts, much to the delight of the British.

"The British could have ruled India for some more years but for Netaji's armed revolution and its domino effect on the Indian Military and Security Forces. What I have said are facts based on primary documents," Ravi stated.

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Viral Video Shows 3,000 Engineers Queuing Up For Walk-In Job Interview In Pune

In a viral video, over 3,000 engineers were seen queuing outside a Pune-based company for a recent walk-in drive targeting junior developer positions, typically sought by freshers. 

The event garnered immense interest, with more than 2,900 resumes submitted. Hinjawadi, known for attracting IT talent, witnessed long queues, each hopeful engineer holding their resume. 

The video, widely shared on social media, has sparked discussions about the evolving IT job market and challenges faced by young professionals.

Despite Pune's vibrant IT sector, the overwhelming response for around 100 positions raises concerns about skills training, automation impact, and the need for job market diversification in India. 

The incident highlights the intense competition affecting both recent graduates and experienced professionals.

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Following the viral spread of the video across various platforms, a lively discussion erupted in the comment section, attracting numerous social media users eager to share their perspectives.

"An IT company collecting CVs in an analog manner is the height of irony," commented a user.

A user pointed out, "If you think this queue is bad, try applying for a job at a Canadian grocery store; their lines are longer than this."

Adding a touch of humor to the conversation, a third user quipped, "Where's that uncle who said to complete your engineering, and after that, everything will be fine?"

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2024 Polls: 96 Crore Citizens, Including 47 Crore Women Eligible to Vote

Over 96 crore people, including 47 crore women, are eligible to cast votes in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, for which more than 12 lakh polling booths will be set up across India.

Over 1.73 crore of those eligible to vote are in the age group of 18 to 19 years, according to Election Commission data.

As many as 1.5 crore polling personnel will be deployed to ensure smooth conduct of the parliamentary elections to elect members of the 18th Lok Sabha.

According to a 2023 letter sent by the EC to political parties, India had 17.32 crore registered voters in 1951, which rose to 19.37 crore in 1957.

There were 91.20 crore voters in the 2019 polls.

Out of the total voters registered in the electoral rolls, nearly 18 lakh are persons with disabilities.

In the first Lok Sabha elections, the voter turnout was recorded at 45 per cent. It was 67 per cent in the last parliamentary polls.

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T20 WC: 'कुछ बहुत अजीब होगा..' रोहित एंड कंपनी के सामने उतरेगा U19 चैंपियन

अंडर-19 वर्ल्ड कप 2012 में भारत को खिताबी जीत दिलाने वाले कप्तान उन्मुक्त चंद भारत के खिलाफ उतरने के लिए तैयार हैं. उन्होंने इस बात की पुष्टि खुद कर दी है. उन्मुक्त चंद भारत के लिए कभी डेब्यू नहीं कर पाए थे.

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Padma Vibhushan For Venkaiah Naidu, Actor Chiranjeevi. See Full List

The government today announced the prestigious Padma Awards on the eve of the 75th Republic Day celebrations.

The Padma Vibhushan has been awarded to Vyjayantimala Bali, Konidela Chiranjeevi, M Venkaiah Naidu, Bindeshwar Pathak (posthumous), and Padma Subrahmanyam.

BJP leader Ram Naik, singer Usha Uthup and actor Vijaykanth (posthumous) are among the 17 who have been awarded the Padma Bhushan.

The first woman judge of the Supreme Court Chief Justice M Fathima Beevi (posthumous), actor Mithun Chakraborty, and Bombay Samachar owner Hormusji N Cama are also among the Padma Bhushan awardees.

Young Liu, the CEO of Taiwan's Foxconn, has also been honoured with Padma Bhushan.

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"Did Not Think Indian Openers Will Be...": England Star's Honest Take

Opener Ben Duckett believed that England's first innings total of 246 was above par and said they were not expecting Indian openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma to play belligerent cricket from the word go on the first day of the first Test on Thursday. At stumps, India were placed at 119 for one with Jaiswal making a quick, unbeaten 76 and he shared a fine 80-run stand with Rohit in just 12.2 overs. "I think we're over par. It was a tricky Day 1 pitch with consistent spin from earlier on. Stokes was fantastic. I just said come down Day 3, Day 4, that could be a match winning knock if that pitch keeps getting harder to bat on," said Duckett in the post-day press meet.

Duckett was quick to give credit to the Indian openers for producing a rollicking stand, and also considered it as a hint to the gradually deteriorating nature of the pitch.

"Credit to them. They played really well and were very attacking. You know, they don't always go about it like that. So, to go about it that way it shows that they probably think the pitch is going to get quite a bit worse," said Duckett.

The 29-year-old Kent batter defended the use of sweeps and reverse sweeps by his colleagues, saying it was not a sign of carelessness.

"We weren't reckless today. I thought we played well at times and people who normally strike at 150 were dug in and rotated pretty well." Duckett said England were just trying to stay positive on the day.

"We're trying to be positive and when you get a bit of pace on the ball, we're going to go even harder. But yeah, they bowled some very nice balls and I reckon I probably could have nicked off about 15 times.

"I missed them and then put the bat ball away, so yeah, really happy with how we started it," he added.

Tom Hartley had a tough initiation to international cricket as Jaiswal went after him. The left-arm spinner finished the day with the figures of 9-0-63-0.

However, Duckett had a word of consolation for him.

"We backed Tommy to turn to Stokes who decides for him how many overs to bowl. On some days captains might take you off after two overs and then you're hiding away for the rest of the game.

"But he nearly got Shubman Gill in the end and I am not quite sure how that's gonna miss the stumps. But I thought he came back really well," added Duckett. PTI UNG UNG AH AH

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Probe Agency Summons Sanjay Raut's Brother In Covid 'Khichdi Scam' Case

The Enforcement Directorate has summoned Sandeep Raut, the younger brother of Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut, for questioning in a money laundering case linked to the alleged 'khichdi scam' during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, official sources said Wednesday.

Sandeep Raut has been asked to depose before the central agency at its office in Mumbai next week, they said, adding his statement will be recorded under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

Suraj Chavan, a functionary of the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) faction, was arrested in this case by the ED last week.

Mr Chavan, a core committee member of the Yuva Sena, the youth wing of the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT), is in ED custody till Thursday and is expected to be produced before a court here.

The money laundering case stems from an FIR of the Mumbai Police's Economic Offences Wing (EOW).

According to police, alleged irregularities took place while giving contracts by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) for providing 'khichdi' to migrants during the COVID-19.

The probe agency has said that for the supply of khichdi packets, an amount of Rs 8.64 crore was transferred by the BMC in the bank account of Force One Multi Services (which was given the work order for 'khichdi').

Force One Multi Services has generated the "proceeds of crime" of around Rs 3.64 crore, of which Rs 1.25 crore were diverted to the personal bank account of Chavan and Rs 10 lakh to the bank account of his partnership firm Fire Fighters Enterprises, the Enforcement Directorate had informed the court while seeking Chavan's remand.

Mr Chavan, in this manner, wrongfully acquired the "proceeds of crime" to the tune of Rs 1.35 crore, it alleged.

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Anti Terror Agency Files Fresh Chargesheet Against 2 In Coimbatore Car Blast

The NIA on Wednesday filed a fresh charge sheet and named two more accused in the ISIS-inspired Coimbatore car bomb blast case of 2022, an agency spokesperson said.

Mohammed Azarudeen alias Azar and Mohammed Idris, both residents of Coimbatore, have been named in the supplementary charge sheet and have been charged under various sections of the Indian Penal Code, Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) and Explosive Substances Act, the spokesperson said.

With this, a total of 13 people have been charge-sheeted in this case till now. The rest were named in the prosecution complaints filed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in April and June last year.

The probe pertains to an explosion that took place in front of the ancient Arulmigu Kottai Sangameshwarar Thirukovil Temple at Eswaran Kovil Street in Ukkadam, Coimbatore on October 23, 2022, through a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device (VBIED), allegedly driven by one Jamesha Mubeen.

Mubeen was "inspired" by hardcore ISIS ideology to commit this act of terror.

The NIA probe found, the spokesperson said, that Mubeen, along with Mohammed Azarudeen, Umar Faaruq, Sheikh Hidayathullah and Sanofer Ali, conspired to carry out a series of suicidal terror attacks in Coimbatore city following a conspiracy hatched in the forested area of Sathyamangalam region in Erode district of Tamil Nadu.

The attack was intended to wreak vengeance on 'kafirs' (non-believers), as stated in one of the self-made confessional videos by the accused a few days before the attack, the spokesperson said.

Azarudeen, who acted as a pedagogue to the module involved in the attack, was earlier arrested by the NIA in another case related to the indoctrination of ISIS ideology and in connection with the NTJ (National Thowheeth Jama'ath) module of Sri Lanka, which was responsible for the 2019 Easter blast attacks in the island country.

"Azarudeen had motivated three other accused who met him in the high-security prison (HSP) Viyyur. This led to the subsequent Sathyamangalam Conspiracy meeting, resulting in the planning and preparation of the instant terror attack," the spokesperson added.

Accused Umar Faaruq was elected as the "Amir" to lead the execution.

Mohammed Idris, part of the module of Azarudeen and radicalised in the ISIS and by the 'bayans' (statements) of accused Zahran Hashim, was tasked with purchasing a used vehicle for the blast and to assisting the main accused in the attack, he said.

"The larger aim of the conspiracy was to create terror in the minds of a section of the society by targeting its various branches like general administration, police, judiciary," the spokesperson said.

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Cummins Breaks Silence On Maxwell's Hospitalisation After Late-Night Party

They "didn't cross paths" but Australia captain Pat Cummins was at the same venue from where his World Cup-winning teammate Glenn Maxwell was rushed to hospital after a reported late-night drinking session and the star pacer responded to the incident by saying "any decision you make you've got to own it". Both Cummins and Maxwell were attending a concert by 'Six and Out', the band which features former pacer Brett Lee, in Adelaide. Cummins said he left the venue much before his teammate allegedly lost consciousness and had to be taken to the hospital in an ambulance.

"Potentially, I think only 'Maxy' can answer that one," Cummins was quoted as saying by 'The Sydney Morning Herald' when asked whether Maxwell needed to reconsider his choices.

"I was there at the Gov for the concert, but I left pretty early – I knew he was in town but I didn't cross paths with Maxy at all," he said.

The World Cup-winning captain added, "We're all adults and part of being an adult is you make your own decisions.

"In terms of this incident he wasn't on tour with Australia, he was over there for a private event, so he wasn't with the cricket team. So it is a little bit different, but absolutely, any decision you make you've got to own it and be comfortable with it."

Cricket Australia (CA) is already investigating the mishap. Maxwell was out drinking and watching a concert by 'Six and Out', the band featuring former Australian fast bowler Brett Lee, when he felt unwell.

Former Australia captain Michael Clarke also expressed his shock and said the thought of an ambulance made him "nervous".

"To have to be put into an ambulance, that makes me nervous. With these sort of things, with off-field stuff. I like to go, 'Benefit of the doubt and innocent until proven guilty'," Clarke said on 'Foxsports'.

"One thing I know, Cricket Australia will get to the bottom of it. These days there's cameras, there's people, so the truth will be told. The other thing we need to do is making sure he's OK. He didn't end up spending the night there (in hospital).

"I can't think of a time where I've had to call an ambulance or an ambulance had to be called for me, no matter how drunk I was. So I'm worried is there more to this and I just hope he's OK first and foremost."

Maxwell, who last week stepped down as captain of BBL side Melbourne Stars after failing to make the finals, was not named in the 13-man squad to face the West Indies in a three-match ODI series from February 2 and 6.

"It is not related to him being replaced in the ODI squad, a decision that was made following the BBL and based on his individual management plan. Maxwell is expected to return for the T20 series. No further comment will be made at this time," CA had said in a statement.

Last year, Maxwell faced a series of injuries but despite that, he performed admirably in the World Cup.

During the ODI World Cup in India, Maxwell suffered concussion when he fell off a golf cart in Ahmedabad.

In 2022, he broke his leg when he slipped while running at a friend's birthday party and remained out of action for more than three months.

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Security Tightened In Imphal As Manipur Ministers To Meet This Key Group

Security has been tightened in and around Manipur capital Imphal after Arambai Tenggol asked all ministers and MLAs from the valley districts for a meeting at Kangla Fort on Wednesday.

Arambai Tenggol, an organisation of around 50,000 people engaged in guarding villages in the valley areas of the state, has asked all ministers and MLAs from the valley districts to come for discussions, the details of which have not been specified, an official said, adding "there are intel reports that they (Arambai Tenggol) are planning to enter Kangla fort with arms before the meeting."

According to the officials, a large number of security forces including CRPF, Assam Rifles, Army and state police have been deployed near the fort as a precautionary measure.

Kangla Fort served as the royal seat of Manipur kingdom till 1891.

Earlier too, Arambai Tenggol had asked all legislators to attend a meeting at Kangla Fort, the official said.

The development comes a day after a three-member Union home ministry team met the leaders of the group at the residence of Rajya Sabha MP Leishemba Sanajaoba on Monday, the official added.

The group has demanded delisting of Kukis from the ST list, deportation of refugees to camps in Mizoram, border fencing, replacement of Assam Rifles with other paramilitary force and revoking Suspension of Operations (SoO) agreement between Centre and Kuki militant groups, officials said.

The central team included former Intelligence Bureau special director AK Mishra, SIB New Delhi joint director Mandeep Singh and SIB Imphal joint director Rajesh Kamble.

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'Ashwin Must Be Proud': Internet Reacts To Non-Striker Run-Out At U19 WC

A runout at non-striker's end stole the show in the New Zealand vs Afghanistan low-scoring thriller at Buffalo Park in East London on Tuesday. It was a Group D match of the ongoing U19 World Cup in South Africa. Afghanistan spinner Naseer Khan Maroofkhil ran out New Zealand's Ewald Schreuder as the latter was short of his crease at the non-striker's end. Before Naseer, a slow left-arm orthodox bowler, could release the delivery out of his hand, Schreuder was out of his crease. Naseer was quick to clip off the bails in time by stopping mid-way during his bowling. Batter Schreuder was visibly unhappy with the dismissal.

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"Ashwin anna must be proud of this kid," read a comment in the video. "This rule against sprit of cricket," read another another comment.

"Nice, early life lesson for them to stay inside the crease," wrote a fan. "Hate this rule," was also among comments.

The wicket came at a crucial juncture in the game as New Zealand went nine down, needing two more runs to win.

The fear of losing the game for New Zeland though did not last long as Naseer Khan hit the winning runs off the very next ball.

New Zealand eventully edged past Afghanistan by one wicket in the game.

Matt Towe registered a five-wicket haul (5 for 21) as the Kiwis bundled out Afghanistan for 91 after getting an invitation to bowl first. Ewald Schreuder (2 for 15) and Ryan Tsourgas (2 for 33) also impressed in bowling.

In reply, New Zealand too got off to a poor start. They lost a total of nine wickets before chasing down the total.

Allah Ghazanfar picked three wickets while Khalil Ahmed and Arab Gul Momand picked two each but all went in vain as the Kiwis ended on the winning side.

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Rajasthan Minister's One-Meal Vow Until Grand Krishna Temple Is Built

Rajasthan Education Minister Madan Dilawar on Monday said he will eat only one meal a day till a grand temple is constructed in the birthplace of Lord Krishna.

"Unless a magnificent temple on the birthplace of Lord Sri Krishna is constructed, I will eat only once a day, beginning today," Mr Dilawar said at a felicitation event in Ramganj Mandi, his constituency in Kota.

In his address, Mr Dilawar recalled how he along with Dr Kirorilal Meena, now a state cabinet minister, and hundreds of kar sevaks staged a demonstration in Ayodhya in 1992 against the illegal detention and fabricated charges of murder against their colleagues.

Mr Dilawar, a six-time MLA and three-time minister, had in February 1990 also vowed he would not accept or wear garland till the Ram Temple is constructed in Ayodhya.

On Monday, after the consecration ceremony was over at Ram Temple in Ayodhya, he was offered a 34 kg garland, and another, 108 feet in length, by his supporters.

Mr Dilawar however refused to wear the garlands saying he would wear it when he visits the temple in Ayodhya on January 31.

In February 1990, Mr Dilwar had also vowed he would not sleep in bed until Article 370 pertaining to Jammu and Kashmir was scrapped. It is said he slept on a mat ever since, till the contentious Article was revoked in 2019, when he finally took to bed. 

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Watch: Indian-Origin NZ U-19 WC Player Copies Gill's Celebration Style

Shubman Gill has got an admirer in India-origin Snehith Reddy, a member of the New Zealand U-19 World Cup team, who copied the Indian opener's batting and celebration style. Snehith took off his helmet, raised his bat and bowed down to the crowd, similar to the trademark celebration of Gill, after reaching his century against Nepal in an U-19 World Cup match at Buffalo Park on Sunday. "We were talking before the game, the boys, on what the celebrations are gonna be. I decided the Shubman Gill bow is my celebration, it was special," Snehith said later.

"One of my favourite players, I love the way he makes contact with the ball, his timing is exceptional and I tried to copy that to my batting a little bit," he said in a video footage uploaded by the ICC.

A moment shared with family
? Enjoying the occasion
Shubman Gill's influence

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His parents were also present at the ground when Snehith achieved the feat.

"That was extremely special. I think, them (parents) coming over and seeing the first game on the world stage was extremely special. They enjoyed it and I loved it.

"They just told me to enjoy, it's a massive occasion and there'll be nerves but I had fun and that's the key," he said.

The 17-year-old Snehith, who was born in Vijayawada, smashed an unbeaten 147 off 125 balls to help New Zealand reach 302 for 8 in 50 overs after electing to bat.

New Zealand then restricted Nepal to 238 for 9 for a 64-run win.

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Gujarat Man Paints His Jaguar Saffron To Mark Ayodhya Ram Temple Event

The preparations for the grand 'Pran Prathistha' (consecration) ceremony of Ayodhya's Ram Temple on January 22 are in full swing. Amid this, a man from Gujarat, Siddharth Doshi wrapped his Jaguar car with the theme of the ceremony. 

Mr Doshi painted his luxury car in a radiant shade of saffron. The car has images of Lord Rama and the Ramayana on its sides. It also features a picture of the temple structure on the car's bonnet. Further, Sanskrit sholkas are also seen on the car. The vehicle also displays Ram Darbar and Lord Hanuman.

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Mr Doshi embarked on a pilgrimage from Surat to Ayodhya. He shared several pictures and videos from his journey. In one of the posts, Mitesh Patel, Member of Parliament from Anand, Gujarat is seen posing next to him. In another post, he is pictured with Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Keshav Prasad Maurya and BJP MP Manoj Tiwari.

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However, this is not the first time that Mr Doshi has made changes to his car. Last year, he modified his Jaguar car with India's G20 Presidency-themed films to spread awareness about it. He stated at that time that hosting the G20 group by India was a proud moment for all the countrymen.

The businessman, who is a big fan of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, drove his car from Surat in Gujarat to the national capital Delhi to spread awareness about the importance of G20.

"It is a proud moment for us and India that India is hosting the G20 this year, my simple message through my car is that people know the importance of the country," he told ANI.

Earlier, he had decorated his same car around the theme of 'Amrit Mahotsav of Independence', the 75th year of independence.

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"Things Were Done And Dusted...": Ex India Star's Huge Virat 'Fab 4' Take

The upcoming Test series between India and England will see two members of the 'Fab-4' of Test cricket square off against each other. India's Virat Kohli and England's Joe Root have been two of the most consistent batters in the format over the past decade. Australia's Steve Smith and New Zealand captain Kane Williamson are the other two members of the 'Fab-4' of Test cricket. After overcoming a lean patch with the bat, former India opener Aakash Chopra suggested that Kohli is back among his peers.

"Yours truly also said that he is no longer part of the Fab 4. He is now, by the way. It was about the runs at that time, in that period of two years, but he is back again. Steve Smith has fallen away. Kane Williamson is also going 50-50 but this guy is still there. He was there then also and has returned now," Chopra said on his YouTube channel.

Despite scoring runs, Kohli failed to score a century in over three years between 2019 and 2022.

Chopra added that Kohli has reignited his career, especially in Test cricket, after a three-year lean patch had raised doubts over his future.

"The way he has made a comeback has made his story even more beautiful. It seemed like things were done and dusted and you came and played a World Cup, and became the Player of the Tournament. You reinvented the wheel once again and reignited that passion," he added.

Kohli has been in sensational form of late. He was the top-scorer in the World Cup last year as India reached the final, only to go down against Australia.

In 11 matches, Kohli amassed 765 runs at an average of 95.62. He also broke Sachin Tendulkar's record of most ODI centuries with his knock in the semi-final against New Zealand.

He has also scored 8,848 runs in 113 Test matches for India at an average of 49.15, while scoring 30 fifties, 29 hundreds and seven double hundreds.

India's squad for first two Tests vs England

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'First In History': Army Couple To March Down Kartavya Path In R-Day Parade

Major Jerry Blaize and Captain Supreetha C T are all set to become the first couple to march down the Kartavya Path as members of two different contingents in the Republic Day parade on January 26.

"This is a first in the history of the Republic Day parades," Major Blaize told PTI.

The couple, who got married in June 2023, said it was a sheer coincidence that they were getting to march together on the occasion.

"This did not happen in a planned way. It is a coincidence. Initially, I gave my selection test and got through. Then my husband also got selected from his regiment," Captain Supreetha said.

They were part of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) during college.

"My wife took part in the NCC Republic Day parade in 2016 at the Kartavya Path, New Delhi and I got the opportunity to be part of the NCC Republic Day camp in 2014 New Delhi. This was also one of the motivating factors for me to lead my regiment in the Republic Day 2024 at Kartavya path and make my regiment proud," Major Blaize said.

Capt Supreetha is from Mysore, Karnataka, and is a Law graduate from JSS Law College in the city. Major Blaize is from Wellington, Tamil Nadu, and did his graduation from Jain University, Bengaluru.

They currently live in Delhi. They are from different regiments and take part in practice sessions separately.

"My husband is from the Madras regiment and I am part of the Corps of Military Police contingent," Captain Supreetha said.

"We are posted at different places and this is one such opportunity that both of us are getting to spend time together for these two months in New Delhi. It is a very proud moment for both of us that we are here with our respective contingents," she added.

They said their families are delighted and they will be coming to attend the parade.

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शुरुआती झटकों के बाद शरमन की शानदार बल्लेबाजी से संभाला बिहार

उत्तर प्रदेश के गेंदबाजोंके सामने जहां बिहार की टीम को रन बनाने के लिए काफी जूझना पड़ा. वहीं बिहार की तरफ से बेहतर खेल प्रदर्शन करते हुए सलामी बल्लेबाज शरमन निगरोध ने 136 बॉल पर 9 चौके की बदौलत 72 रन एवं सकीबुल गनी ने 90 बॉल पर 35 रन बनाकर नाबाद रहे.

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रोहित के लिए इंग्लैंड सीरीज में बड़ा चैलेंज, क्या धोनी-सहवाग हो जाएंगे पीछे?

भारतीय टीम इंग्लैंड के खिलाफ टेस्ट सीरीज का आगाज 25 जनवरी से करेगी. टीम इंडिया के कप्तान रोहित शर्मा के पास इस सीरीज में बड़ी उपलब्धि हासिल करने का शानदार मौका है. हिटमैन एमएस धोनी और वीरेंद्र सहवाग को पछाड़ सकते हैं.

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"Ram Mandir A National Temple," Says Dipika Chikhlia Who Played Sita

Dipika Chikhlia, who became synonymous with Goddess Sita due to her role in Ramanand Sagar's TV serial Ramayan, believes that the Ram temple in Ayodhya is not only about faith but also a 'rashtra mandir'.

Ahead of the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony in Ayodhya, Chikhlia recalled the moment when she was selected to play the role of Sita in the TV serial. Ramanand Sagar was very happy about it and even had tears in his eyes, she said.

Ms Chikhlia said that with 'Pran Pratishtha' Sanatan Dharma is finally getting its due.

"I was considered for Sita only. I had worked with Ramanand Sagar before Ramayan. So he had me in mind. But he did not want to arrive at a decision without going through auditions. He was very happy after the final audition. With tears in his eyes, he said, 'Mujhe meri Sita mil gayee'," Chikhlia told PTI in an interview.

The actor said she had visited Ayodhya in July 2023 and was totally mesmerized by the holy city. "I thought that I was in the same city that Ram Ji had ruled and lived in at one point in time." "The Ram temple is not only about faith; it is also a 'rashtra mandir' (national temple) under construction. (Ram Mandir sirf vishvas, bharosa kee hee baat nahi hai. Usske saath-saath yeh mandir, raashtra mandir kaa nirmaan hone jaa rahaa hai). This, I think, is extremely wonderful," she said.

Speaking about the ceremony, Chikhlia said, "Pran Pratishtha is very symbolic because Sanatan Dharm is finally getting its due. All our temples are getting renovated and are becoming larger than life. Due to the trust that the people have in their gods and the governance system, I think they are becoming more confident in being Sanatanis. They think that the Sanatanis also get respect in this country."

On the transformation of Ayodhya, she said, "A number of changes are being witnessed in Ayodhya. A grand temple is being built. The architecture has also changed. It is looking very beautiful, organized, and coordinated. The roads have become broad. This will give a boost to tourism and also to the economy. So, I think it's all wonderful." Chikhlia is a producer with Nazara TV and has produced a TV serial called Dhartiputra Nandini, which is the story of a family living in Ayodhya.

She was a Lok Sabha MP from Vadodara from 1991 to 1996. She was elected on a BJP ticket.

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Big Shock In Pak Cricket: PCB Chairman Quits, Says 'Not Possible To Work'

In big blow to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), its chairman Zaka Ashraf has stepped down from his role. Ashraf announced his decision to step down after chairing a managing committee meeting in Lahore on Friday. He has taken the PCB chief role from Najam Sethi in June last year. During the committee meeting chaired by Ashraf, he also thanked PCB members and Patron Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar for supporting him during his short tenure.

"At the end of the meeting, Mr Zaka Ashraf announced that he had decided to tender his resignation as chairman and member of the MC to the honourable Patron Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar. In his concluding remarks, Mr Zaka Ashraf, thanked the honourable Patron PCB for the confidence and trust reposed by him and extended his best wishes and prayers for the betterment of Pakistan and Pakistan cricket," PCB said in a statement quoting the former chief.

Meanwhile, a report carried by Geo News had the statement of Ashraf which indicated the reason the ex-chairman decided to quit.

"I was working for the betterment of cricket but it is not possible for us to work in this way," said Ashraf chief as quoted by the news organisation.

"Now it is up to Prime Minister [Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar], whomever he nominates [will take my place]," he added.

The news of Zaka Ashraf's resignation comes a day after Mickey Arthur, Grant Bradburn and Andrew Puttick quit their respective positions at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Lahore.

Notably, Pakistan failed to accomplish any big crown since Zaka Ashraf's appointment last year. The team failed to reach for the Asia Cup final and was later knocked out from the league stages in the ODI World Cup in India.

Following the World Cup debacle, Babar Azam stepped down from the captaincy and was succeeded by Shan Masood (Test) and Shaheen Afridi (T20I).

Former captain Mohammad Hafeez was appointed as the Pakistan team director.

(With ANI Inputs)

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Deposit 150 Crores By Jan 31, Supreme Court To New Owners Of Jet Airways

The Supreme Court on Thursday directed Jalan-Kalrock consortium, the new owners of the cash-strapped Jet Airways, to deposit Rs 150 crore in SBI's escrow account by January 31, saying failure to do so will mean that the consortium is not in compliance with the terms of the resolution plan for reviving the airline.

The top court, meanwhile, also refused to allow the separate plea of the Jet Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Welfare Association seeking payment of provident fund and gratuity dues, observing if additional money is awarded, the resolution plan will become “unworkable”.

The consortium, as per the lawyers for the workmen, has to pay over Rs 200 crore towards dues on account of PF and gratuity.

A bench comprising Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra said the insolvency appellate tribunal NCLAT was not correct in permitting adjustment of Rs 150 crore from the performance bank guarantee (PBG) towards payment of Rs 350 crore by the consortium to the lenders led by the State Bank of India. The amount was to be deposited in SBI's escrow account.

Escrow is a legal concept whereby an asset or money is held by a third party on behalf of two other parties that are in the process of completing a transaction.

"In the circumstances, we have come to the conclusion that the NCLAT (National Company Law Appellate Tribunal) was not justified in holding in its order dated August 28, 2023 that the last tranche of Rs 150 crores, which was to be paid, would be adjusted against the PBG," the bench said.

Out of the Rs 350 crore, which was to be paid by the consortium, Rs 200 crore was deposited in two equal instalments of Rs 100 crore and the remaining Rs 150 crore was adjusted from the performance bank guarantee (PBG) to which lender banks led by the State Bank of India objected.

Under a performance guarantee, monetary compensation has to be paid by the bank when there is any delay in delivering the performance or operation. Payment has to be made even if the service is delivered inadequately.

While referring the case back to the NCLAT for expeditious disposal, the top court said, "The SRA (successful resolution applicant- the Jalan-Kalrock consortium) shall on or before January 31, deposit an amount of Rs 150 crores to the SBI's escrow account failing which the SRA shall be treated as non compliant to the resolution plan." Modifying the August 28, 2023 order of the NCLAT, the bench said the permission granted to the consortium to adjust the last tranche of Rs 150 crore against the PBG is substituted with the direction.

The top court refused to extend the time for deposit of Rs 150 crore from January 31 to February 15 as sought by the consortium.

It said the rights and contentions of rival parties with regard to the compliance of the terms of the resolution plan will be adjudicated upon by the NCLAT.

During the day-long hearing, the bench said the consortium “must restore the performance bank guarantee of Rs 150 crore”.

On Wednesday, the top court had asked the consortium how much have they paid towards provident fund and gratuity dues to the former employees of the troubled airline.

On Thursday, the bench said though it was aware of the plight of the workmen, the amount sought cannot be awarded as it would make the resolution plan to revive the Jet Airways “unworkable”.

On August 28, 2023, the NCLAT had extended till September 30 the time for Jalan-Kalrock consortium to pay Rs 350 crore to the lenders of the bankrupt Jet Airways.

The tribunal had accepted the consortium's plea for extending the deadline and for adjustment of Rs 150 crore from performance bank guarantee (PBG) towards payment of Rs 350 crore.

Jalan-Kalrock Consortium had emerged as the winning bidder for the airline, which stopped flying in April 2019 and later underwent an insolvency resolution process.

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta and Additional Solicitor General N Venkataraman, appearing for the SBI-led consortium of banks which had lent money to Jet Airways, said the financial institutions have to recover Rs 7,800 crore. They said they are also incurring expenses on maintaining aircraft.

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IND vs AFG: What If 2nd Super Over Also Ended In A Tie? Rules Explained

The Indian cricket team had to go through two Super Overs before registering a hard-fought victory over Afghanistan in the third T20I encounter in Bengaluru on Wednesday. Skipper Rohit Sharma's record fifth ton guided them to 212/4 in 20 overs but Afghanistan also ended up scoring 212/6. The first Super Over also saw both teams scoring 16 runs. It was in the second Super Over where the match was decided as India score 11 runs and Ravi Bishnoi took two wickets for just one run to complete a series whitewash.

While the two Super Overs are a rare occurrence in international cricket, a lot of fans were left wondering what would have happened if the second Super Over also ended in a tie. Here's what the rules say -

What if the second Super Over ends in a tie?

The match will go to a third Super Over and the Super Overs will keep happening till a result is achieved. 

How is the batting order decided in Super Overs?

The team that batted second in the match will bat first in the Super Over. In case of more Super Overs, the teams will keep alternating when it comes to the batting order.

Can the teams use the same bowler in multiple Super Overs?

The same bowler cannot bowl in multiple Super Overs. Afghanistan wanted to use Azmatullah Omarzai in the second Super Over as well but were forced to use Fareed Ahmad instead. For India, Mukesh Kumar bowled the first Super Over while Ravi Bishnoi clinched the match in the second.

Can teams use the same batter in multiple Super Overs?

The team can use the same batter in multiple Super Overs if he was not dismissed in the first one.

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Man Rapes Woman, Kills Her By Hitting Head With Stone: Gurugram Cops

A man was arrested for allegedly killing a 34-year-old woman after raping her in this district, police said Wednesday.

The body of the woman was spotted in the hilly area near Bhondsi village on January 13, they said.

Both the accused and the woman were known to each other.

According to police, Jeevan Aharwal (28), a resident of Rajpura village in Madhya Pradesh' Chhatarpur district and the woman, a native of Sagar district, came to know each other when they worked as labourers. The accused, however, later started selling fruits.

A senior police officer said Aharwal confessed to the murder. He told police that he had raped the woman and she wanted to lodge a police complain against him so he killed her by hitting her head with a stone.

"On January 7, he took the woman to the hills of Bhondsi on the pretext of showing her a temple. He raped her and when she resisted and threatened to file a complaint, he killed her using a stone," the official said.

The forest ranger had informed the police on January 13 about the body of a woman lying in the hilly area in Bhondsi. The police reached the spot, took the body in custody, and kept it in the mortuary.

The woman's body was identified a day later by her husband, police said.

An FIR was registered at Bhondsi police station on January 14. During the investigation, a team led by Sub-Inspector Ashok Kumar arrested the accused Jeevan from near SPR Road on Tuesday night, they said.

"We have taken the accused on two days' police remand after producing him in a city court today. We are questioning him," Gurgaon police spokesperson Subhash Boken said on Wednesday.

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Wow, wow, and wow! Afghanistan have given it their all and Gulbadin Naib has taken his team to level terms chasing down a score of 213 and they have finished on 212, the same as India, unbelievable.

19.6 overs (2 Runs) The match is Tied and it will be a Super Over to follow now! Low full toss outside off, Gulbadin Naib carves it well to the deep cover region where Rinku Singh sprints and picks up. He misses out on a perfect throw to the keeper's end and Gulbadin Naib is already home safely. What a run-chase we have witnessed here at Chinnaswamy! The crowd is roaring at its pinnacle but what an effort by Gulbadin Naib at the backend.

19.5 overs (2 Runs) Too full in the slot on middle, Gulbadin Naib does not get enough of it and steers it towards deep mid-wicket for a couple of runs. Washington Sundar patrolling the leg side sprints to his left and throws it back to the bowler. 3 needed off the last ball. Will there be a super over?

19.4 overs (6 Runs) SIX! That's a wonderful strike by Naib! This is full and outside off, Gulbadin Naib gets on top of it generates the power and swings it down the ground for a maximum! 5 needed off the last 2 deliveries.

19.3 overs (2 Runs) Bowls a low full toss outside off, Gulbadin Naib slashes it towards widish extra cover. Rinku Singh sprints hard yards to his right and saves a couple of runs.

19.3 overs (1 Run) WIDE! Too full and too wide outside the tramline, Gulbadin Naib shoulders arms at it and the umpire signals another Wide.

19.2 overs (0 Run) Dot! Full and swings back in from outside off, Gulbadin Naib looks to get across and have a swipe at it and misses at it. A rare dot ball and India will take it.

19.1 overs (4 Runs) FOUR! This game isn't over yet! Low full toss on offer outside off, Gulbadin Naib bends his front foot and slaps it down the ground for a boundary between long on and long off. A crucial boundary there by Naib!

Rohit Sharma is seen having an animated chat with the umpire regarding the previous wide call. Remember, the laws have recently changed but that was quite a fair call for the wide.

19.1 overs (1 Run) WIDE! He will have to reload that one. Full and a bit too wide and outside the tramline, the umpire signals a wide. Poor start this from Mukesh.

Mukesh Kumar to bowl the final over. Can he defend 18 runs?

18.6 overs (1 Run) Full and on off, Gulbadin Naib drills it down to long on for a single and he retains the strike.

18.5 overs (6 Runs) SIX! Put away! A juicy half-volley outside off, Gulbadin Naib gets down on a knee and swings across the line and hits it over the long on fence for a biggie!

18.4 overs (1 Run) Short and wide outside off, Sharafuddin Ashraf miscues the heave towards deep cover. One taken.

18.3 overs (4 Runs) FOUR! Off the mark! A leg cutter outside off, Sharafuddin Ashraf waits for it and punishes it by clearing his front leg and hits it hard enough through the off side. The long off fielder chases it but fails to reach it. A boundary!

18.2 overs (0 Run) OUT! CAUGHT! Virat Kohli takes a wonderful running catch! Full and outside off, Najibullah Zadran goes for a biggie through the line and ends up getting the bottom half of the blade which turns in his hands and the ball goes over covers. Virat Kohli in the deep calls for the catch and settles his eyes on the ball running hard yards across to his right and takes a phenomenal grab. Najibullah Zadran departs and Afghanistan lose their sixth!

Sharafuddin Ashraf is the new man in.

18.2 overs (1 Run) WIDE! Full and too wide outside off, Wided.

18.1 overs (4 Runs) EDGED AND FOUR! Fortunate there Najibullah Zadran but he will take it! Full and outside off, Najibullah Zadran flashes hard and gets a leading edge which flies up over short third man for a boundary.

17.6 overs (4 Runs) FOUR! Another one and Afghanistan aren't out of it just yet. Too full again and around off, Gulbadin Naib drills this one straight back past the bowler and the fielder at long off runs to his right but can't cut it off. 36 needed now off the final 12 deliveries. Just as a reminder, India scored 36 runs off the final over itself.

17.5 overs (4 Runs) FOUR! Hammered away! This is full and wide outside off, Gulbadin Naib stays deep in his crease and thrashes the ball through covers and it races along the turf into the boundary.

17.4 overs (1 Run) Short and angles across from the middle, Najibullah Zadran plays it across to deep mid-wicket for a single.

17.3 overs (1 Run) Follows up with a yorker wide outside off, Gulbadin Naib looks to paddle but ends up pushing it to long off for a single.

17.2 overs (0 Run) Full and outside the tramline, Gulbadin Naib shuffles across and leaves. The umpire is unmoved.

Najibullah Zadran is the new man in but he will be at the non-striker's end.

17.1 overs (0 Run) OUT! RUN OUT! Over the wicket and nails a yorker outside off, Gulbadin Naib gets an under edge towards leg gully, Sanju Samson chases the ball and Karim Janat is almost at the striker's end looking for a quick run. Gulbadin Naib signals a bit late to send him back. Samson scores a direct hit at the bowler's end as Karim Janat puts in a dive to get home but fails to get back there in time. The TV umpire confirms the same and he perishes. Another one bites the dust!

16.6 overs (1 Run) Flat and outside off, Gulbadin Naib knocks it to long on for a single.

16.5 overs (1 Run) That's a display of great athleticism by Virat Kohli! Short and on the stumps, Karim Janat rocks back and pulls to clear the long on fence but Virat Kohli times his jump with precision and slaps the ball back in the field and saves five runs for his side. He has been electric in the field tonight. Top effort.

16.4 overs (1 Run) On the middle stump line and short, Gulbadin Naib works it towards deep mid-wicket for a single.

16.3 overs (1 Run) Over the wicket and on a short of a length outside off, Karim Janat crunches it to long on for a single.

Karim Janat is the new man in.

16.2 overs (0 Run) OUT! CAUGHT! Washington gets his third! This is short and wide outside off, Mohammad Nabi follows it with a cross bat through the line and does not get enough willow on that one. The ball lands straight into the hands of Avesh Khan at deep cover-point who makes no mistake with that grab low to his right. A really good innings from Mohammad Nabi comes to an end.

16.1 overs (0 Run) On a shorter length now and outside off, Mohammad Nabi goes for a big heave to the leg side but misses on the edge.

16.1 overs (1 Run) WIDE! On a good length outside the tramline. Wided.

15.6 overs (1 Run) Short and on middle, Mohammad Nabi makes some room for himself and punches it off the back foot to deep cover for a single to end the over.

15.5 overs (1 Run) Length ball outside off, Gulbadin Naib gets down on one knee and hits it to long on for a single.

15.4 overs (1 Run) Nice comeback there. Darts in at 106 clicks and yorks it outside leg, Mohammad Nabi gets under edge behind square leg for a single.

15.3 overs (6 Runs) SIX! The President is here on a mission! Overpitched and outside off, Mohammad Nabi gets on the front foot and disdainfully deposits over long off for half a dozen.

15.2 overs (4 Runs) FOUR! Two in two! And suddenly things are changing here! Full and outside off, Mohammad Nabi crisply drives it to the left of covers for a boundary. The deep cover chases it but the ball wins the race.

15.1 overs (4 Runs) FOUR! Nicely done! Floats it up on a short length on middle, Mohammad Nabi backs away and lifts it up towards long on for a boundary!

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