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The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Sunday reportedly dismissed speculations and rumours that claimed that strict action will be taken against fans if they are found harassing or taunting Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya during their upcoming IPL 2024 match against Rajasthan Royals.

Ahead of the PSL 9 final, journalists exited a Multan Sultans press conference following the franchise manager's rude behaviour, captured in a viral video, causing a stir in cricket circles.

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) clinched their first-ever Women's Premier League (WPL) title with a thrilling victory over Delhi Capitals, prompting celebrations that saw former men's team captain Virat Kohli joining in.

The European Parliament on Wednesday adopted a new EU media freedom law designed to protect journalists from political interference and to improve transparency on media ownership. The legislation was backed by 464 lawmakers, with 92 against and 65 abstaining.

In the one-room museum located in Balkh province, within the renowned Blue Mosque of northern Mazar-i-Sharif city, twin display cases hold mementos chronicling the Taliban's two-decade insurgency until 2021.

A report reveals that the Centre has revoked over 100 Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cards between 2014 and May 2023, citing reasons such as fraud, disloyalty to the Constitution, or threats to India's sovereignty. 

Referring to the Haldwani violence, Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami said the manner in which police personnel and journalists were "attacked by unruly elements cannot be condemned enough".

Violent clashes erupt in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, on Thursday following the demolition of an 'illegal' madrasa, prompting shoot-at-sight orders and a curfew, with over 50 policemen injured.

The authorities in Uttarakhand's Haldwani demolished a madrasa believed to have been illegally constructed near the Banbhulpura police station on Thursday.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, speaking at the 38th State Journalists Conference in Davangere, emphasised the importance of journalistic integrity and objectivity. He called on journalists to reject biased narratives and strive to present the truth to the public. Siddaramaiah particularly addressed the issue of labelling government guarantee schemes as "freebies" in media reports.
 

Government officials reportedly pressured Apple to downplay warnings issued to Opposition leaders and journalists regarding potential hacking attempts by "state-sponsored attackers" on their iPhones. According to the Washington Post, government officials summoned an Apple security expert to a meeting in New Delhi, urging alternative explanations for the warnings

A resident of Devarachikkanahalli fell prey to an extortion scheme by imposters posing as law enforcement and journalists. Randhir (29) reported to Begur police after receiving distressing video calls demanding money to avoid scandalous exposure. Despite succumbing to pressure and transferring ₹1.12 lakh, he reported the incident, prompting an investigation.

The Ram Mandir Trust has sent invitations to over 7,000 people, including 3,000 VIPs. Other invitees include RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, yoga guru Ramdev, 4,000 seers, writers, journalists, scientists and prominent personalities from across the country.

As Israeli hospitals prepare for the arrival of hostages released by Hamas in the recent ceasefire, the Israeli health ministry has issued specific guidelines, reported by various sources, to address malnutrition among these individuals.

At a press conference in Doha, a Qatari foreign ministry spokesperson said the ceasefire will begin Friday at 7 am (10:30 am IST )and that the first hostage release, of 13 hostages, will be at 4 pm (9:30 pm IST).