
<p>Tensions between India and Pakistan remain unresolved. Although a ceasefire is in place, a state of tension persists. With civil defence in mind, the Indian government had ordered a mock drill under ‘Operation Shield’ today, Thursday, 29 May, in the states bordering Pakistan: Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, and Jammu and Kashmir. However, significant changes have now been implemented.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Mock Drill Postponed</h2>



<p>The decision has been made to postpone the mock drill scheduled for today in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, and Jammu and Kashmir. The order was issued late by the Indian government. Therefore, there will be no mock drill or blackout today.</p>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true"><p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BREAKING?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrctfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#BREAKING</a> As per directions received from the Government of India, the Civil Defence Exercise &#8220;Operation Shield,&#8221; scheduled for 29.05.2025, has been postponed due to administrative reasons. There will be no blackout or mock drill conducted tomorrow. <a href="https://t.co/T839XRYOB9" target="_blank">pic.twitter.com/T839XRYOB9</a></p><p>— IANS (@ians_india) <a href="https://twitter.com/ians_india/status/1927770004457505175?ref_src=twsrctfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">May 28, 2025</a></p></blockquote>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Reason for Postponement</h2>



<p>The mock drill scheduled for today has been postponed due to administrative reasons. A new date has not yet been set, but Punjab has suggested 3 June.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Importance of Mock Drills and Blackout Practices</h2>



<p>It is natural to question the necessity of mock drills and blackout practices. Mock drills are essential to assess how quickly the public and administration can react and protect themselves, reaching safety or hiding, in emergency situations such as war or attack. A blackout involves switching off all lights in an area for a set time, making it difficult for an enemy to attack in the dark. Practicing this is also crucial for emergency situations.</p>


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<p>A planned mock drill under &#8216;Operation Shield&#8217; along the Pakistan border in four states—Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, and Jammu and Kashmir was scheduled for today but has now been postponed.</p>


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<p>During Operation Sindoor, the Indian Army, using fighter jets, surface-to-air missile batteries, and the S-400 Air Defence System, shot down four Pakistan-China manufactured fighter jets and two large aircraft (C-130J and SSB 2000 Airborne Early Warning) systems.</p>


Operation Sindoor: 19 BrahMos Missiles Devastate 11 Pakistani Airbases

<p>Following Operation Sindoor, a nationwide verification drive is underway. Indian authorities estimate that over 2,000 alleged illegal Bangladeshi immigrants have been deported.</p>


Over 2,000 Illegal Bangladeshi Migrants Deported

<p>A mock drill accompanied by a blackout will be conducted today in Indian states bordering Pakistan. The drill and blackout were initially scheduled for 29 May but were postponed following a government order.</p>


Operation Shield: Mock Drills Across Border States Today, Pakistan on Edge

<p>A mock drill will be conducted tomorrow in four states bordering Pakistan: Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, and Jammu and Kashmir.</p>


Mock Drill in Four Border States: Is Something Big Brewing?

<p>At the UN, India strongly condemned Pakistan over the issue of terrorism.</p>


20,000 Indians Killed in Terrorist Attacks: India Condemns Pakistan at UN

<p>The Pakistani government’s denials have been contradicted, most recently by Maryam Nawaz Sharif.</p>


Maryam Nawaz Sharif Exposes Pakistan's Lies Over India's Attack

<p>In the video uploaded on Instagram and YouTube, she is seen standing near a fence, saying that if you walk a little further from there, you&#8217;ll see the Pakistani army and people. She asks the women how far Pakistan is from there.</p>


Youtuber Jyoti's Border Visit Preceded by Questioning Thar Villagers

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<p>Following the arrest of three individuals, including Haryana-based YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra, a businessman from Rampur, Uttar Pradesh, identified as Shahzad, has been arrested on charges of espionage and smuggling for Pakistan&#8217;s intelligence agency, the ISI. Shahzad was allegedly sharing sensitive information and had reportedly travelled to Pakistan multiple times.</p>


UP Businessman Arrested for Spying for Pakistan Following Arrest of Haryana
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<p>The Indian Army showcased a demonstration of how Indian air defence systems, including the advanced L-70 air defence gun, protected the Golden Temple in Amritsar and other cities in Punjab from Pakistani missile and drone attacks.</p>


Pakistan targeted Golden Temple, Indian Army foiled plot

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<p><strong>Operation Sindoor:</strong> The Ministry of Defence has threatened to replenish the stocks of long-range ammunition, artillery shells, kamikaze drones, and missiles for all three armed forces (Indian Navy, Indian Army, and Indian Air Force). Furthermore, a Hindustan Times report reveals that the Indian Army, during Operation Sindoor, targeted and significantly damaged 11 Pakistani airbases using a total of 19 BrahMos supersonic missiles.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">4 Fighter Jets, Airborne Early Warning Systems Destroyed</h2>



<p>According to the report, during Operation Sindoor, the Indian Army, with the help of fighter jets, surface-to-air missile batteries, and the S-400 Air Defence System, shot down four Pakistan-China manufactured fighter jets and two large aircraft (C-130J and SSB 2000 Airborne Early Warning) systems.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">2 F16s Partially Damaged</h2>



<p>The report, citing sources, suggests that two Indian F16 aircraft may have been partially damaged during the Indo-Pak military clash. Additionally, during the retaliatory action, India destroyed one Chinese LY-80 fire radar, two AN/TPQ-43 US-made automatic tracking radars, and a fire unit of the Chinese HQ-9 radar in Chaklala.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">PL-15 Air-to-Air Missiles Used</h2>



<p>Pakistan used Chinese-made PL-15 air-to-air missiles during the military operation. Pakistan attempted to surprise the Indian Army by deploying two fire units of the 250 km range HQ9 air defence system from Chaklala and Malir Cantonment near Karachi, along with two other air defence systems with a 150 km range.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">India Used BrahMos and Scalp Missiles</h2>



<p>According to the report, the Indian Air Force fired 19 BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles and a similar number of French SCALP subsonic cruise missiles at Pakistani airbases. In response, Pakistan fired CM-400 AKG air-launched supersonic missiles at Indian airbases using JF-17 fighter jets, but they caused no damage.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Pakistani Missiles Failed to Breach Air Defences</h2>



<p>Pakistan used Turkish-made YIHA loitering munitions during the military clash. Pakistan also fired FATAH-1 rockets against India, but the S400, Akash, and D4S anti-drone technology and air defence systems kept the Indian air defence impenetrable. The missiles were destroyed in mid-air, and the drones were ‘soft-killed’.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Crystal Maze Missiles Used Against Terrorist Targets</h2>



<p>On May 7, India used Crystal Maze missiles in action against terrorist targets. Five Crystal missiles were fired at the Markaz-e-Tayyaba headquarters of Lashkar-e-Tayyaba located in Muridke, Punjab province, Pakistan. The Markaz-e-Subhan Allah headquarters of Jaish-e-Mohammed in Bahawalpur was attacked by Rafale fighter jets using Scalp missiles.</p>


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<p><strong>Jaipur.</strong> A ‘VGU Jaipur Job Fair 2025’ was organised on Sunday, 8 January 2025, jointly by Vivekananda Global University (VGU) and CTPL.io in the capital. This job fair, held at the RIC Mansarovar campus, resulted in employment for 1664 students.</p>



<p>Over 3200 students participated in the fair, with more than 2000 registering online beforehand. Over 1200 more students registered on-site. Significantly, the job fair included students from colleges and universities across the state. Approximately 2000 students from other universities in the state participated in this job fair.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Participation from Companies like TCS and Tech Mahindra</h2>



<p>More than 100 national and multinational companies participated in this job fair, including major companies like TCS and Tech Mahindra. Students from diverse fields participated, ranging from engineering and management to law, pharmacy, media, design, hospitality, science, and arts.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Student Selection Process</h2>



<p>The VGU Jaipur Job Fair 2025 was fully digital. The process began with candidate registration and included innovative features such as student and company profiling, skills mapping, interviews, scheduling, and real-time tracking. This facilitated efficient screening of candidates for onward transmission to companies for interviews.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">1340 On-Spot Offers, 1664 Students Selected in Total</h2>



<p>1340 students received offer letters on the spot, with a total of 1664 students selected. Dr. Dheeraj Singh, VGU&#8217;s Training and Placement Officer, explained that the fair was completely open to ensure equal opportunities for all students. Meanwhile, VGU&#8217;s Pro-Vice Chancellor, D.V.S. Bhagavulu, stated: “Our goal wasn&#8217;t just to provide jobs, but to instill in students the confidence to compete on national and global platforms.”</p>


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<p>In Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, the &#8216;VGU Jaipur Job Fair 2025&#8217; successfully placed 1664 students in national and multinational companies. Over 100 companies participated in the job fair.</p>


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<p>Saad bin Atef al-Awlaki, the head of al-Qaeda&#8217;s Yemen branch, has threatened to kill US President Donald Trump and American businessman Elon Musk. Awlaki&#8217;s video shows pictures of Trump and Musk, alongside US Vice President Kamala Harris, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth. Awlaki also mentioned plans to assassinate leaders from Egypt, Jordan, and Gulf Arab states in his video.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Unprecedented Situation in Gaza</h2>



<p>Al-Awlaki stated that the situation in Gaza, and what has happened and is happening to our people there, is unprecedented. Awlaki became the head of al-Qaeda in Yemen in 2024, succeeding Khalid al-Batarfi after his death. There is a US$6 million bounty on Awlaki&#8217;s head. The US government has stated that Awlaki has spoken of attacks on the US and its allies.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Challenging the Houthis&#8217; Prominence</h2>



<p>Experts suggest that Awlaki, the head of al-Qaeda in Yemen, aims to establish his position in the Muslim world by releasing video messages against Israel and Western countries. Recently, the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have attacked the US-Israel alliance, gaining popularity in the Muslim world. Therefore, Awlaki seeks to challenge the Houthis&#8217; dominance by portraying himself as equally concerned about the situation in Gaza.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Organisation Possesses 4,000 Fighters</h2>



<p>United Nations experts estimate that al-Qaeda&#8217;s Yemen branch has between 3,000 and 4,000 active fighters, along with thousands more inactive members. The organisation funds itself through robbing banks and money exchange shops, arms trafficking, counterfeit currency, and ransom campaigns. They also have links with the Houthi rebels in Yemen, although the Houthis deny this. Al-Qaeda&#8217;s Yemen branch fighters have repeatedly attacked the Saudi Arabia-backed forces in Yemen.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Over 57,000 Deaths</h2>



<p>From 2023 to 20 May 2025, over 57,000 people have died in Gaza, mostly women and children. Since 2023, 1726 Israeli citizens have been killed. The Israeli army continues military operations in Gaza. 500,000 people are facing severe food insecurity.</p>


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<p>Al-Awlaki stated that what has happened and is happening to our people in Gaza is limitless. Awlaki became the head of al-Qaeda in Yemen in 2024, succeeding leader Khalid al-Batarfi after his death.</p>


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<p><strong>Weather Update:</strong> According to the latest forecast from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the weather across different parts of the country will vary over the next seven days. While light to heavy rainfall is likely in Northeast, South and West India due to monsoon activities, parts of Northwest India may continue to experience intense heat and heatwaves.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Monsoon to Remain Active in Northeast India</h2>



<p>Heavy rainfall is expected at several places in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Meghalaya between 11 and 14 June. Intense rainfall is predicted in Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura from 10 to 13 June. Tripura is under a warning for thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds (30-40 km/h) along with rainfall from 8 to 12 June.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Heavy Rainfall Alert for South India</h2>



<p>Kerala, Mahe, coastal Karnataka and Lakshadweep are expected to experience continuous light to moderate rainfall. Heavy rainfall is possible in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Rayalaseema and coastal Andhra Pradesh between 10 and 14 June. Very heavy rainfall is warned for Kerala, Karnataka and Lakshadweep on 13 and 14 June. Interior Karnataka may experience 70 km/h winds on 12 June.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Impact on East and Central India</h2>



<p>Rain with thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds is likely in Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Odisha and Gangetic West Bengal. Strong winds (up to 70 km/h) with thunderstorms are possible in Bihar and Vidarbha on 11-12 June. Heavy rainfall is warned for the Andaman and Nicobar Islands on 9 June.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Heatwave in Northwest India</h2>



<p>Light rain is possible in Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh between 11 and 14 June, but before that, heatwaves and dust storms are likely in Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana and Delhi from 8-11 June. A severe heatwave is predicted for western Rajasthan on 9 June. A warning for hot nights has also been issued for Punjab, Haryana and Delhi on 9 and 10 June.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Indications of Rainfall in West India</h2>



<p>Rainfall will continue in Konkan, Goa, central Maharashtra and Marathwada from 8 to 14 June. Heavy rainfall is possible at some places between 12-14 June. According to the Meteorological Department, the maximum temperature in central and northwest India may increase by 2-3 degrees Celsius in the next three days, offering little relief from the intense heat.</p>


<p>According to the meteorological department, light/moderate rain is likely to continue at many places in Northeast India for the next 7 days. Heavy rainfall is likely at isolated places in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Meghalaya during this period.</p>


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<p><strong>Housefull 5 Box Office Collection Day 2:</strong> Akshay Kumar&#8217;s film <em>Housefull 5</em>, which has two climaxes, <em>Housefull 5A</em> and <em>Housefull 5B</em>, has crossed the ₹50 crore mark in just two days. Meanwhile, Kamal Haasan&#8217;s film also saw a slight increase in its earnings on its third day of release. While Akshay&#8217;s <em>Housefull 5</em> entered the ₹50 crore club in just two days, <em>Thug Life</em> is slowly but steadily making money. The weekend has benefited both films. Let&#8217;s find out what impact both films had on the box office on 7 June…</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Kamal Haasan&#8217;s <em>Thug Life&#8217;s</em> Third-Day Collection </h2>



<p>According to <strong>Sacnilk</strong> figures, Kamal Haasan&#8217;s film <em>Thug Life</em> opened with a collection of ₹15.5 crore. On the second day, the film&#8217;s momentum slowed, and it earned ₹7.15 crore. On the third day, Saturday, 7 June, the film&#8217;s collection increased, earning a remarkable ₹7.50 crore. The film&#8217;s total collection now stands at ₹30.15 crore. The film is not meeting the expectations of the makers and the audience, but it remains to be seen how it performs on Sunday.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Akshay&#8217;s <em>Housefull 5</em> Creates a Storm on Day Two </h2>



<p>All shows of the film <em>Housefull 5</em> are completely booked. The film&#8217;s Saturday collection has delighted the makers. On its opening day, <em>Housefull 5</em> collected ₹24 crore. On the second day, its pace accelerated, and the film raked in a phenomenal ₹30 crore on Saturday, 7 June. The film&#8217;s total collection now stands at ₹54 crore. Sunday is still to come for the film. It is expected that <em>Housefull 5</em> might create a storm on this day as well.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><em>Housefull 5</em> and <em>Thug Life</em> Feature a Stellar Star Cast</h2>



<p>The film <em>Housefull 5</em> stars Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Fardeen Khan, Shreyas Talpade, Nana Patekar, Jackie Shroff, Dino Morea, Chunky Pandey, Johnny Lever, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, Chitrangada Singh, Sonam Bajwa, and Saundarya Sharma in lead roles. The film ‘<em>Thug Life’</em> also boasts a large star cast, including Trisha Krishnan, Silambarasan, Nassar, Ashok Selvan, Abhirami, Aishwarya Lakshmi, Joju George, Sanjana Krishnamurthy, and Mahesh Manjrekar. Two Bollywood actors, Ali Fazal and Sanya Malhotra, have also acted in this film.</p>


Thug Life vs Housefull 5 Box Office Collection

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<p>Thug Life vs Housefull 5 Box Office Collection</p>


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<p>Akshay Kumar&#8217;s Housefull 5 and Kamal Haasan&#8217;s Thug Life saw impressive box office collections on Saturday.</p>


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<p><strong>Anurag Kashyap Sacred Games:</strong> Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos has commented on Anurag Kashyap&#8217;s web series ‘Sacred Games’. He stated that the debut of such an Indian series on Netflix was not ideal. Director Anurag Kashyap criticised and reprimanded Sarandos for this statement. Let&#8217;s understand the full story…</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Netflix CEO Comments on ‘Sacred Games’ </h2>



<p>Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos appeared on Nikhil Kamath&#8217;s podcast, where he discussed Sacred Games. He said, “If I had the chance again, I would have released this show two years later. A more easily understandable show would have been a better option for the debut of an Indian series on Netflix. The audience would have understood it better. Because it took the Indian audience some time to understand Sacred Games.”</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Anurag Kashyap Reprimands Netflix CEO </h2>



<p>Anurag Kashyap reprimanded Ted for this statement. He was angered by the comment. Posting on social media, he said, “Tech people are fools when it comes to storytelling, but Ted Sarandos is the definition of foolishness.” Kashyap further stated that Ted&#8217;s thinking has now clarified everything.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Anurag Kashyap&#8217;s Series Released in 2018 </h2>



<p>‘Sacred Games’ was released on Netflix in 2018. It was the first Indian series on Netflix. The series was based on Vikram Chandra&#8217;s novel. Vikramaditya Motwane and Anurag Kashyap directed it. Saif Ali Khan, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Radhika Apte, Pankaj Tripathi, Kalki Koechlin and Ranvir Shorey played the main roles.</p>

Anurag Kashyap claps back Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos

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<p>Anurag Kashyap claps back Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos</p>


<p>Netflix&#8217;s first Indian series, &#8216;Sacred Games&#8217;, is in the headlines following a controversy. Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos&#8217; comments on the series angered director Anurag Kashyap, who publicly reprimanded him.</p>


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<p><strong>IGNOU June 2025 TEE:</strong> Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has released the admit cards for the June Term End Examination. This examination is for distance learning candidates. Candidates who have filled out the examination form can download their admit cards through the official website ignou.samarth.edu.in.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Examination to be held in two shifts</h2>



<p>Candidates can download the detailed datesheet from the official website. The examination will commence on 12 June and conclude on 19 July. The examination will be conducted in two shifts. The first shift will be from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, while the second shift will be from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">No change in examination centres</h2>



<p>IGNOU has informed students that no changes will be permitted to the examination centre. Candidates will be allotted the same centre they selected while filling out the examination form. Therefore, carefully note the examination centre and timings mentioned on the hall ticket.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">IGNOU releases exam guidelines</h2>



<p>On the day of the examination, all candidates must bring their admit card along with a valid photo identity card (such as Aadhaar card, passport, or driving licence). All candidates must reach the examination centre at least 30 minutes before the reporting time. Additionally, follow all COVID-19 guidelines.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How to download the admit card</h2>



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<li>First, visit the website and log in using your 10-digit enrolment number and password.</li>



<li>Then, go to the Examination section and click on the admit card link.</li>



<li>Click on this link to view and download the admit card.</li>
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<p>The IGNOU TEE examination admit card will contain the candidate&#8217;s name, enrolment number, examination centre code and address, date, course code, shift, etc. Verify all this information carefully.</p>


<p>The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has released the admit cards for the June Term End Examination. Candidates appearing for the exam should review the exam guidelines.</p>


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<p><strong>Shubman Gill&#8217;s ancestral village near the IND-PAK Border:</strong> A small village, Chak Kherewala, situated in Fazilka district of Punjab, lies a mere 16 kilometres from the Pakistan border. While its name may be unfamiliar to most cricket fans, this village holds a significant connection to Shubman Gill, the captain of the Indian Test team. It is, in fact, Gill&#8217;s ancestral village, where he was born on 8 September 1999. The village erupted in jubilant celebrations on 24 May when Gill was appointed captain of the Indian Test team.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Now, the village of the Test team captain</h2>



<p>Ranga Ram, the village headman, states that Shubman Gill is the pride of their village. The village will now be recognised as the home of the Indian Test team captain. He recounted, &#8220;I remember we villagers were discussing something when a child came running to inform us that Shubhu Paji had become the captain of the Indian Test team. Honestly, hearing this filled our hearts with immense pride.&#8221; In the village, Shubman is affectionately called &#8216;Shubhu Paji&#8217;.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Gill&#8217;s father left the village to make him a cricketer</h2>



<p>Gill&#8217;s father, Lakhvinder Singh, was a farmer with a deep passion for cricket. His ancestors owned over 60 acres of land in the village. Lakhvinder faced a choice: either leave the village for Mohali, a city with better cricket facilities, to nurture Gill&#8217;s cricketing aspirations, or remain in the village and lead a simpler life. He chose the former and left the village 18 years ago.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Every child now dreams of following in Shubman&#8217;s footsteps</h2>



<p>Surinder Chhindi, secretary of the Fazilka Cricket Association, mentions the construction of a new stadium near Gill&#8217;s village to provide better facilities for the children. He added, &#8220;Shubman Gill&#8217;s influence is visible not only in his village but also in the surrounding areas. Every child aspires to become a cricketer like him. Previously, people discouraged children from playing cricket, but now even parents encourage their children.&#8221;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eagerly awaiting their captain&#8217;s visit</h2>



<p>The villagers assert that Shubman has not forgotten his roots and enjoys spending time in his village. However, this time, it&#8217;s not Shubman but the national Test team captain who will be visiting, and they eagerly await his arrival.</p>


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<p>Shubman Gill&#8217;s ancestral village: In his ancestral village, Chak Kherewala, the captain of the Indian Test team, Shubman is affectionately called Shubhu. When Shubman Gill was just seven years old, his father made the big decision to leave their village to pursue his son&#8217;s cricketing ambitions. Even today, the villagers hold Gill in great affection.</p>


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<p><strong>Rohit Sharma on Cheteshwar Pujara:</strong> Indian ODI captain Rohit Sharma revealed that during Mumbai team meetings in domestic cricket, he and his teammates would strategise solely on how to dismiss Cheteshwar Pujara. At the launch event of Pujara&#8217;s wife&#8217;s book, &#8216;The Diary of a Cricketer&#8217;s Wife&#8217;, in Mumbai, Rohit stated that getting the Saurashtra batsman out was crucial for their team, as Pujara often significantly impacted match outcomes.</p>



<p>Rohit mentioned that if they failed to dismiss Pujara, they would lose the match. He jokingly added that playing against Pujara changed his facial complexion so much that even his mother would become concerned. Rohit said, &#8220;After a full day of fielding in the sun, when I returned home, my face would be discoloured. My mother asked me several times, and I told her it was all because of Pujara.&#8221;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Played 100 Test Matches Despite Knee Injury</h2>



<p>Rohit lauded Pujara&#8217;s hard work, especially highlighting that Pujara played over 100 Test matches despite suffering ACL injuries in both knees. Rohit stated, &#8220;It was a serious injury. It&#8217;s difficult for any player to lose both their ACLs. Despite this, Pujara managed to play over 100 Test matches for India.&#8221;</p>


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<p><strong>Housefull 5 Box Office Collection Day 1:</strong> A major box office clash is currently underway between Akshay Kumar&#8217;s <em>Housefull 5</em> and Kamal Haasan&#8217;s <em>Thug Life</em>. <em>Thug Life</em> released on June 5th, while <em>Housefull 5</em> hit the box office on June 6th. <em>Thug Life</em> collected ₹15 crore on its opening day. Now, the opening day collection of <em>Housefull 5</em> has been revealed, and it&#8217;s quite impressive. Akshay Kumar&#8217;s new film has even surpassed the opening day collection of his previous film, <em>Kesari 2</em>. Let&#8217;s find out how much it collected on Friday…</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Kamal Haasan&#8217;s Film <em>Thug Life&#8217;s</em> Collection (<em>Thug Life</em> Box Office Collection Day 2)</h2>



<p>Kamal Haasan&#8217;s film <em>Thug Life</em> (<em>Thug Life</em>) was released amidst considerable controversy. This gangster action drama film, directed by Mani Ratnam, marks the reunion of Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam after approximately 38 years. There was significant buzz surrounding the film. However, after its theatrical release, it failed to meet expectations. On its opening day, <em>Thug Life</em> collected ₹15.5 crore. On the second day, June 6th (Friday), the film&#8217;s earnings declined, with the film managing only ₹7.50 crore. The film&#8217;s total earnings now stand at ₹23.00 crore.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><em>Housefull 5&#8217;s</em> Opening Day Collection (<em>Housefull 5</em> Box Office Collection Day 1)</h2>



<p>Besides Akshay Kumar, <em>Housefull 5</em> boasts a star cast of over two dozen actors. This film is the fifth installment in the <em>Housefull</em> series, following four previous parts. <em>Housefull 5</em> created a storm at the box office on its first day. On June 6th, it surpassed Kamal Haasan&#8217;s <em>Thug Life</em>, collecting a remarkable ₹23 crore on its opening day. With this, Akshay Kumar&#8217;s film has also outperformed <em>Kesari 2</em>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><em>Housefull 5</em> Surpasses These Films (<em>Housefull 5</em> Breaks Records)</h2>



<p>The film ‘<em>Kesari 2</em>’ earned only ₹7.75 crore on its opening day. <em>Sky Force</em> also earned ₹12.25 crore on its opening day. Akshay Kumar&#8217;s <em>Housefull 5</em> has thus outperformed both these films released in 2025. The weekend promises to be spectacular. A box office battle between these two films is expected to continue.</p>


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<p><strong>INS Arnala:</strong> A new chapter is set to be added to the strength of the Indian Navy. The country&#8217;s first Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (SWC) – INS Arnala – will be officially inducted into the Navy on 18 June. This historic ceremony will be held at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam, presided over by Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">1490 Tonnes Weight and 77 Metres Long</h2>



<p>INS Arnala, a state-of-the-art warship measuring 77 metres in length and weighing 1490 tonnes, is powered by a diesel engine-waterjet combination. This technology makes it the Indian Navy&#8217;s largest waterjet-propelled warship. The vessel is designed for underwater surveillance, search and rescue operations, and Low Intensity Maritime Operations (LIMO). Its biggest contribution will be seen in anti-submarine operations in coastal waters.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Major Success of the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ Campaign</h2>



<p>INS Arnala is the first of a series of 16 indigenous Shallow Water Crafts for the Indian Navy. It has been built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, in partnership with L&amp;T Shipbuilders under a public-private partnership model. It uses over 80% indigenous material, making it a major success of the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ (Self-Reliant India) campaign.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Meaning of the Name INS Arnala</h2>



<p>The ship is named after the historic Arnala fort located near the Vasai coast in Maharashtra, which in 1737, under the leadership of Chimaji Appa, became a symbol of maritime security. Reflecting this spirit, INS Arnala will also symbolise India&#8217;s maritime defence capabilities and strategic resolve. This warship incorporates advanced defence systems from major companies like Bharat Electronics Limited, L&amp;T, and Mahindra Defence. The project has also strengthened the domestic defence industry through over 55 MSMEs involved.</p>



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<p>The commissioning of INS Arnala will not only strengthen coastal security but also empower India&#8217;s maritime presence in the Indian Ocean region. This step will prove to be a milestone in establishing India as a self-reliant power in maritime security.</p>


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<p><strong>AB de Villiers Prediction for WTC Final:</strong> The final match of the ICC World Test Championship will be played at Lord&#8217;s Cricket Ground from Wednesday, 11 June. This time, the defending champions Australia will clash with South Africa in the title match. Both teams are sweating it out during practice to win the title. Meanwhile, Proteas legend AB de Villiers has made a bold prediction. He has said that South Africa can create history by defeating Australia in the World Test Championship final.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">AB de Villiers&#8217;s Support for South Africa</h2>



<p>AB de Villiers  said on Star Sports that this is a big moment for South African cricket. The final at Lord&#8217;s. The whole country will be with the South African team and hopefully we will be able to win. Note that South Africa&#8217;s path to the final was paved by domestic wins against Pakistan and Sri Lanka. While Australia achieved victory after strong performances and a superb domestic record. India played the previous two WTC finals but couldn&#8217;t win.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">&#8216;I am fully confident that we can beat Australia&#8217;</h2>



<p>De Villiers said, &#8220;I&#8217;m excited about the challenge. It&#8217;s a balanced team and I&#8217;m fully confident that we can beat Australia. I&#8217;m &#8216;worried&#8217; because they are clearly the favourites for this ICC World Test Championship final. They are a well-oiled machine. It won&#8217;t be easy for South Africa, but we&#8217;re going there with players in form and big hearts who have something to prove on this stage.&#8221;</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">South Africa have some world-class players &#8211; Lyon</h2>



<p>Meanwhile, Australian senior spinner Nathan Lyon said after a training session that South Africa have some world-class batsmen and some incredible bowlers. It will be one of the two best bowling attacks, so it will be a challenge for all the batsmen. He further said that I played against Bedingham in county cricket last year. He is a special player. It will all depend on who keeps their nerve and sticks to the basics.</p>


<p>AB de Villiers Predicts South Africa&#8217;s Win: Cricket legend AB de Villiers has made a bold prediction, stating that South Africa can create history by defeating Australia in the World Test Championship final.</p>


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