Body blow for Bazball as Shubman Gill's India storm Birmingham bastion
India's impressive performance against England in the 2nd Test, led by Shubman Gill, delivers a significant blow to England's Bazball strategy.
Devastating floods in Texas have claimed at least 59 lives, including children, with over 800 people rescued and efforts continuing to locate 27 girls missing after a camp was swept away. In international diplomacy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in Rio de Janeiro for the BRICS Summit, where he was welcomed warmly and spoke about the bloc's role for global good, criticizing "double standards" against the Global South and stating global bodies are incomplete without their inclusion. BRICS nations are also voicing concerns regarding US trade tariffs. Meanwhile, India's cricket team has performed strongly in the 2nd Test against England in Birmingham, seen as a challenge to the 'Bazball' approach, with contributions from players like Shubman Gill and Akash Deep. Separately, the UAE has adjusted its Golden Visa program, facilitating access to lifetime residency for Indians, including removing requirements for a trade license or property purchase. Pakistan's Bilawal Bhutto also stated readiness to extradite Hafiz Saeed to India, reportedly drawing criticism from his son, while in Bihar, the RJD has challenged the Election Commission's revision of voter rolls in the Supreme Court.
July 6th 2025, 12:33:23 pm
Prime Minister Modi mourned the victims of the Texas floods.
The tragedy claimed 27 lives, with devastating floods triggered by a strong storm. (As reported on July 5, 2025)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address at the BRICS summit underscored India's assertive advocacy for the Global South, emphasizing the need for inclusive global institutions and challenging prevailing disparities. This reflects a continued push for a multi-polar world order. Domestically, the challenge to Bihar's electoral rolls in the Supreme Court highlights ongoing legal scrutiny of processes fundamental to democratic representation. Economic engagement is set to evolve with the UAE easing Golden Visa access for Indians, facilitating long-term residency and potentially boosting bilateral ties. Meanwhile, a notable development in India-Pakistan relations saw Bilawal Bhutto indicate a willingness to extradite Hafiz Saeed, a move that touches upon long-standing counter-terrorism demands and draws attention to internal political dynamics within Pakistan. These events collectively portray a nation navigating complex international relations, asserting its economic influence, and addressing critical domestic governance matters.
India's impressive performance against England in the 2nd Test, led by Shubman Gill, delivers a significant blow to England's Bazball strategy.
A significant number of casualties, including children, are reported following devastating flooding in Texas.
PM Modi highlighted global South's position at BRICS summit, emphasizing the importance of inclusive and equitable global progress.
Akash Deep impressed with his bowling performance against England, adapting to the pitch conditions and taking crucial wickets.
RJD files a challenge against the revision of Bihar voter rolls in the Supreme Court.
PM Modi criticizes global institutions for overlooking the Global South, likening them to phones without a network.
Devastating Texas flood claims 59 lives, with 27 girls still missing following a camp washout, and rescue efforts continuing into the third day.
Bilawal Bhutto's statement on Hafiz Saeed's extradition to India sparks a reaction from his son, Talha.
UAE's new golden visa offers lifetime residency for investments of Rs 23 lakh, with India among the first to benefit.
Indians can now obtain the UAE Golden Visa without needing a trade license or property purchase.
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PM Narendra Modi highlights BRICS' continued global importance.
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