India announced their 15-member squad for the upcoming five-match T20I series against South Africa, starting December 9. Hardik Pandya, who has been out of action since the Asia Cup 2025, returned to the squad after proving his mettle in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy clash against Punjab. Meanwhile, Shubman Gill also made his return after being ruled out of the ODI series against the Proteas. However, his inclusion is subject to fitness.
Security agencies sounded a high alert in Jammu and adjoining districts on Monday after two Pakistani nationals and a local inmate escaped from a juvenile observation home in the border area of Jammu after allegedly attacking police personnel on duty.
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A new controversy has erupted in Maharashtra’s political arena. According to information, the issuance of minority status certificates immediately after the death of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has triggered a major political debate. Questions are being raised over how 75 educational institutions were granted minority status between January 28 and January 31, 2026. This period coincided with the three days of state mourning declared after Ajit Pawar’s demise.
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