India Dominates Australia in ODI Triumph
Rohit Sharma achieved his 50th international century, and Virat Kohli delivered a remarkable performance, guiding India to a convincing nine-wicket victory in the third One-Day International. This win, a significant consolation, saw Rohit score an unbeaten 121 and Kohli an unbeaten 74. Their impressive 168-run partnership, forged in just 170 balls, helped India chase down Australia’s 236-run total, reaching 237 for one in only 38.3 overs after a strong bowling effort led by Harshit Rana.
Congress Calls for Parliamentary Probe into LIC’s Adani Investments
The Congress party has called for a Public Accounts Committee (PAC) inquiry into the Life Insurance Corporation of India’s (LIC) investments in the Adani Group. The party alleges a ‘disturbing misuse’ of LIC policyholders’ funds, claiming that Ministry of Finance and NITI Aayog officials influenced a May 2025 proposal to invest nearly ₹33,000 crore. This move, they assert, was intended to project confidence in the Adani conglomerate and attract other investors.
LIC Defends Adani Investments, Citing Independent Due Diligence
In response to the accusations, the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) asserted that its investments in Adani Group companies were made entirely independently, adhering to its board-approved policies and following thorough due diligence. LIC further clarified in a statement that neither the Department of Financial Services within the Union Finance Ministry nor any other external body played a role in these investment decisions.
Australian Women Cricketers Report Inappropriate Touching in Indore
Cricket Australia (CA) confirmed on Saturday that two members of the Australian women’s cricket team, presently in India for the 13th Women’s World Cup, were ‘approached and touched inappropriately’ in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, on Thursday. This incident highlights concerns regarding athlete safety during international tours.
Accused Detained in Maharashtra Doctor’s Death Case
Authorities in Maharashtra’s Satara district have detained a suspect in connection with the tragic death of a 28-year-old woman doctor. Police confirmed on Saturday that Prashant Bankar was taken into custody; he was one of two individuals the doctor had explicitly named in a note found written on her palm. The doctor, originally from Beed district and working at a government hospital, was discovered deceased in a hotel room in Phaltan on Thursday night.
Lalu Prasad Criticizes Centre Over Insufficient Chhath Puja Trains for Bihar
RJD leader Lalu Prasad publicly criticized the Central government on Saturday, alleging a failure to provide enough Bihar-bound trains for devotees traveling home for Chhath Puja. Prasad stated that passengers were compelled to endure ‘inhumane conditions’ due to the lack of adequate transport. He supported his claims by sharing a video on social media, depicting crowded trains filled with festival-goers heading to Bihar.
Beloved Actor Satish Shah Passes Away at 74
Veteran Bollywood actor Satish Shah, celebrated for his memorable roles in films such as ‘Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro’ and ‘Main Hoon Na,’ as well as the popular TV series ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai,’ passed away on Saturday at his Mumbai residence. His manager confirmed the news, stating that the 74-year-old actor, a prominent figure in Indian cinema and television for decades, died in the afternoon.
Louvre Museum Moves Priceless Jewels to Bank of France Following Heist
In the wake of a daring daylight heist that exposed significant security vulnerabilities, the Louvre Museum has reportedly transferred several of its most precious jewels to the Bank of France. French radio RTL, citing undisclosed sources, stated that the highly confidential relocation of valuable items from the museum’s Apollo gallery, which houses the French crown jewels, took place on Friday under a discreet police escort. This move underscores heightened security concerns after the recent incident.