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Uttar Pradesh: 19-year-old Mohammad Sohail arrested for harassing and molesting young girls by hiding inside burqa

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Uttar Pradesh: 19-year-old Mohammad Sohail arrested for harassing and molesting young girls by hiding inside burqa

Amidst the ongoing debate over allowing hijab-clad students inside educational institutions, a 19-year-old man clad in a burqa was arrested for harassing girls in Bijnor’s Najibabad town on Saturday.

According to the reports, the culprit, identified as Mohammad Sohail from Pathanpura mohalla of Najibabad, was caught roaming around an educational institute in a burqa in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh.

Initially, the police were unaware that the arrest accused was a male. The police officials had mistaken the accused for a girl after seeing him in a burqa. However, during the interrogation, it came to their notice that the burqa-clad person was not a girl instead, it was Sohail.

Dharamveer Singh, Bijnor superintendent of police, said that Sohail used to harass girls by disguising them wearing a burqa. Then, he would sit beside girls in buses to molest them.

After several girls complained about him, the locals caught the accused, who was then handed over to the police. They also alleged that Sohail used this attire to honeytrap boys and blackmailed them.

The police officials said that Sohail was unwilling to show his face as he would get caught. However, the police officials forced him to remove his burqa, thus revealing his identity.

The Bijnor police have registered a case against Sohail, and an investigation is on in the case.

Allahabad High Court restores plea seeking recognition of Mathura’s Idgah Mosque as Krishna Janmabhoomi, was dismissed earlier due to absence of lawyer

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Allahabad High Court restores plea seeking recognition of Mathura’s Idgah Mosque as Krishna Janmabhoomi, was dismissed earlier due to absence of lawyer

The Allahabad High Court on February 17, gave a green signal to hear a plea submitted by Lawyer Mahek Maheshwari seeking recognition of the Shahi Idgah Mosque at Mathura as Krishna Janmabhoomi – the birthplace of Hindu deity Krishna. The High Court has restored the plea which was dismissed on January 19, 2021, because petitioner Maheshwari and his representative Lawyer were absent during a hearing.

Responding to the application of restoration of plea which was filed immediately after its dismissal, the Allahabad High Court has now decided to hear the Krishna Janmabhoomi case again. The two-member divisional bench comprising of Chief Justice Rajesh Bindal and Justice Prakash Kapadia passed an order dated February 17, 2022, to restore the plea which was dismissed by default. The Krishna Janmabhoomi recognition case now goes for a hearing on July 25 this year.

The Krishna Janmabhoomi plea

Lawyer Mahek Maheshwari had filed an instant writ petition to the Allahabad High Court seeking removal of the Shahi Idgah Mosque which was built over the Krishna Janmabhoomi. The petition demands that the site should be handed over to Hindus while a proper trust should be formulated to look after the upkeep of the sacred site. While the matter was up for hearing, the plea requests permission to Hindus to worship at the Mosque certain days a week and on Krishna Janmashtami every year.

In the petition, Maheshwari asked for the court-monitored GPRS based excavation of the disputed site conducted by the Archeological Survey of India (ASI). The plea submitted asserts, “Lord Krishna was born in karagar (jail) of King Kans and the place of his birth lies beneath the present structure raised by the Shahi Idgah Trust,”

The Krishna Janmabhoomi remains a contested issue since 1968 when The Shree Krishnajanmasthan Seva Sangh conceded a sizeable portion of land belonging to the deity to the Management Committee of the Masjid Idgah Trust. Challenging the legality of this erstwhile move, the petition says, “The committee of Management of Trust Masjid Idgah entered into illegal compromise on 12.10.1968 with the Society Shree Krishna Janamasthan Seva Sangh and both have played fraud upon the Court, the plaintiff Deities and devotees with a view to capture and grab the property in question. In fact, Shree Krishna Janmbhoomi Trust is non-functional since 1958.”

Maheshwari added that even on the Government official website of Mathura District, it is stated that Shahi Idgah mosque is built after the demolition of Krishna Janmabhoomi. According to the petitioner, certain architectural elements like carved pillars and antiquities were found in the Mosque courtyard which was recorded by certain workers. Since building a Masjid does not count as an essential religious practice in Islam, the petition by lawyer Mahek Maheshwari asks the disputed land should be handed over to the Hindus for the exercise of their right to freely profess, practise, and propagate religion under Article 25 of the Constitution.

The matter now goes for a fresh hearing on July 25, 2022.

Amritsar: Miscreants dressed as Nihang Sikhs damage Shiva idol at Jagran, Hindu organizations demand action

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Amritsar: Miscreants dressed as Nihang Sikhs damage Shiva idol at Jagran, Hindu organizations demand action

Miscreants dressed as Nihang Sikhs damaged a Shiva idol at a Jagran close to Harmandir Sahib in Amritsar on March 7. The incident was captured on CCTV. A case has been filed in the incident, and further investigation is underway.

As per reports, a Jagran was being organized by Naujawan Sabha at Katheria Bazaar near Harmandir Sahib in Amritsar. After the Jagran was over at 5:30 AM, some miscreants dressed as Nihang Sikhs damaged the Shiva idol using barcha (lance). The CCTV footage of the area showed five miscreants dressed as Nihang Sikhs appearing from the back of the stage. One of them used the barcha and damaged the idol from behind. Then they moved to the front of the stage.

A few moments later, more miscreants appeared in the footage, and one of them further damaged the idol by hitting it with the barcha with full force. Shiv Sena leader Sudhir Suri alleged that when the miscreants came in front of the setup, they misbehaved with the organizers and used abusive language.

Hindu organizations demand action

All Indian Hindu Ekta Manch has demanded action against the miscreants. Vikram Gandotra, president of Hindu Ekta Manch, said if the administration fails to take action in seven days, they will hold a protest outside the Hall Gate.

In a video statement, Gandotra said, “The miscreants came dressed as Nihang Sikhs. Who they were could only be revealed after the investigation. It is a condemnable incident. God is one, but the miscreants have started indulging in such incidents for selfish motives.” He further added if the laws have been made only for Hindus as the other side even lynch the person over alleged sacrilege. Gandotra urged the administration to take action within a week else they had to start protests.

Police started investigation

Inspector Sukhwinder Singh was quoted by Hindustan Tehelka News Channel saying, “The police is checking the CCTV footage. There were two miscreants dressed as Nihangs who damaged the idol. Investigation is underway, and the culprits will be apprehended soon.”

Netizens come forward to sponsor tickets for The Kashmir Files, want the truth to reach the masses

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Netizens come forward to sponsor tickets for The Kashmir Files, want the truth to reach the masses

Since the release of Vivek Agnihotri’s The Kashmir Files on March 11, social media has been flooded with extremely moving and emotional reactions of people, especially those of Kashmiri Hindus who relieved their horror on the silver screen. So many people have also said that they are shocked at the reality depicted in the film since all these years they were not aware of such brutalities being inflicted on fellow Indians.

Along with the emotional scenes outside cinema halls, the film has also stoked controversy over allegations of reduced cinema halls allotted and so-called film critics dismissing the film as propaganda, despite all the brutalities depicted in the film being documented evidence. The film has mainly relied on word of mouth publicity. Since then, many people have come to offer free tickets to people for the movie at their preferred location and preferred time.

Several social media users have urged people to contact them because they are providing free movie tickets in order for the truth to reach the public. Users on Twitter have tweeted asking people to reach out to them to get free tickets for The Kashmir Files in case they are not able to afford the tickets.

On March 7, before the release of the movie, Twitter user Rajeev, with username @YearOfRat tweeted, “Will be doing the same. In fact, I’d sponsor 5 tickets in the 1st week. I request @OpIndia_com to set up some logistics to help pay on my behalf of those who wish to see the movie. Possible @rahulroushan?”

When OpIndia reached out to him for his comments, he stated, “The plan was to generate a buzz so that more and more people would see the film. That is why I enlisted the help of Vivek Agnihotri and OpIndia to ensure that the tickets are for The Kashmir Files exclusively and that only real persons interested in viewing the film obtain them.” Rajeev had watched the film at a special screening held prior to the release and was so moved by it that he pitched in to make sure the film continues to create buzz even after the release weak.

Another Twitter user with username @abdullah_0mar wrote, “I want to give 20 Tickets free to those who want to watch #TheKashmiriFiles. I have some savings so I want to spend it so that Truth MUST reach more people. Please DM me with details in which theatre you want to watch.”

Within hours after the tweet, the user made another tweet saying that the response from the people was overwhelming and that instead of 20, he has given more than 25 tickets for The Kashmir Files and will be spending more in the coming month.

OpIndia reached out to the user who on the condition of maintaining his anonymity said, “For the last 32 years, the only book that told real history was My Frozen Turbulence in Kashmir by former J&K Governor Jagmohan. After that no one told the real story of Kashmiri Hindus. I am from Jammu, I know a lot of Kashmiri Hindus. Few movies were made, but they were total propaganda movies, this is the first movie that tells the real story without watering it down. I have heard these very stories (depicted in the film) from the parents of my Kashmiri Hindu parents. More and more people should see the movie. I am helping those who have financial restraints.”

On being asked why so many people want to see the movie, he said, “Because of the environment created by the Central government. Earlier, people were afraid that the state and central government may get offended if we tell the truth. Hence, they never dared to make such movies. Governments were not supportive. A lot of movies were being shown but this movie shows the real plight of Kashmiri Hindus. Government change, Government support, and the new generation of directors are willing to make such movies. And now, everyone wants to see. I am surprised to see so many theatres in South India having full shows. I could not get a ticket for the weekend in some South Indian cities! I was surprised and felt good, a great response from people.

“Obviously certain sections of media won’t like it. But that’s that. It is very important to see this movie,” he added.

Another user Aashish (@KashmiriRefuge) wrote quoting the tweet of @abdullah_0mar, “After @abdullah_0mar‘s give aways are done. Will add 20 more to his ??”

Aashish, while speaking to OpIndia, said that he is a Kashmiri Hindu whose family had faced the Islamic terrorism in the 90s. He said, “It took 32 years for someone to tell our story. I watch reviews of ordinary people including someone saying I feel from today that I am a Kashmiri Hindu. Everyone should know our story and everyone should be encouraged in future to make such stories.”

“Not just me, my Dogra Friend from Jammu @abdullah_0mar since last night have been issuing tickets and has sponsored more than 25 till now. This shows the bond Dogras from Jammu and Kashmiri Hindus have developed. A True Ganga – Jamuna mixing,” he added.

It is to note that The Kashmir Files movie has received support from people all over the globe. People from all sections of society have come forward to show their support for the movie and have urged people to go and watch the movie so that they also get to know the truth which was hidden till now.

The Kashmir Files, a film on the genocide of Kashmiri Hindus, has done well at the box office in its first few days. The film, which was released on March 11, is presently being shown on over 1000 screens, with a big weekend rush expected by March 13.

The Kashmir Files director Vivek Agnihotri spoke in-depth with OpIndia CEO Rahul Raushan about the film’s production process, the hurdles his team faced, and how he ensured the film’s wide release.

Several videos have also surfaced on social media, showing people sobbing, screaming ‘Vande Mataram,’ and expressly urging people to go and watch the movie. The movie takes viewers back to 1989 when the unrest began in Kashmir as a result of escalating Islamic Jihad, driving the vast majority of Hindus to abandon the valley. The film is based on actual stories of Kashmiri Hindus and stars like Anupam Kher, Mithun Chakraborty, and Pallavi Joshi have played important roles in the movie.

Delhi High Court refuses to stay order on delisting of properties by Centre, here is how Delhi Waqf Board wants back the Kabristan: Details

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Delhi High Court refuses to stay order on delisting of properties by Centre, here is how Delhi Waqf Board wants back the Kabristan: Details

On Wednesday (March 9), the Delhi High Court refused to provide relief to the Delhi Waqf Board, which had filed a petition against the delisting of its 123 alleged properties by the Centre.

One of the properties sought by the Islamic body is a graveyard by the name of Qabristan Qadeem that was handed over by the Union government to border patrolling organisation, India Tibetan Border Police (ITBP). The matter was heard by a Bench of Justice Yashwant Varma.

While refusing to pass an interim stay on the Centre’s decision, Justice Varma said, “I am presently not inclined to grant a stay. This is not a place for stay. It is not like the property has gone to private people. We can ask Union of India to hand it back.”

The Court had sought the response of the Centre, India Tibetan Border Police and listed the matter for hearing again on April 28, 2022.

The timeline of the case

In 2014, the Central government exercised its powers under the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act of 2013 to denotify 123 properties from the land acquisition process. The said properties were to be handed over to the Delhi Waqf Board.

The government notification was subsequently challenged by the Indraprastha Vishwa Hindu Parishad. In the same year, a Delhi court passed an order asking the Centre to listen to the grievances of the stakeholders and make a decision.

Two years later in 2016, a one-member committee was constituted by the Centre to decide on the issue. In 2017, the one-member committee submitted its report. The Delhi High Court had observed on February 10 this year that the Qabristan Qadeem was undisputedly handed over to the ITBP in 2017.

“The Waqf Board earlier told the court that they learnt about the transfer of property only in 2017 in a different case. Its application sought stay on any activity at the graveyard,” reported The Indian Express.

Thereafter in August 2018, the Centre constituted a 2-member committee to decide on the fate of the 123 properties. The Delhi Waqf Board had alleged that the one-member committee report was never made public and that the Union government arbitrarily appointed a 2-member committee to re-examine the properties’ status.

The Centre in its defence told the Delhi High Court that the report of the one-man committee was inconclusive and therefore a 2-member committee was constituted. It, however, refused to share the said report with the Delhi Waqf Board.

In November 2021, a public notice was issued by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA), seeking public representation with respect to the disputed properties.

Delhi Waqf Board wants the graveyard back

The Delhi Waqf Board has argued that the 123 properties purportedly belong to it and that the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act of 2013 has no provision to recall the order of withdrawal.

It further claimed that disputes pertaining to Waqf properties can only be adjudicated by the Waqf Tribunal under the Waqf Act of 1995. “…the properties never left their Waqf Character and are governed by the provisions of the Waqf Act, 1995, which prohibit alienation of the Waqf Properties,” it concluded.

The Delhi Waqf Board further alleged”…There is nothing that recently appointed Two Members’ Committee can do in respect of the waqf properties in question. While keeping the matter under consideration before One Member Committee and thereafter recently appointed Two Members’ Committee, the Union of India has transferred one of those 123 waqf properties, i.e., Qabristan Qadeem, Khasra no. 484, South Inderpat, Mathura Road, Delhi in favour of India Tibetan Border Police.”

Tripura woman beheads husband in middle of night, had started ‘acting strange and talking to self’ few days prior

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Tripura woman beheads husband in middle of night, had started ‘acting strange and talking to self’ few days prior

The Tripura Police arrested a 40-year-old woman from her residence at Indira Colony in Tripura’s Kowai district for beheading her 50-year-old husband, packing the dismembered head in a bag and hanging it inside their residence.

According to the reports, the woman allegedly killed her husband in his sleep around 2 am with a takkal, a traditional Tripuri machete-weapon and beheaded him. The woman identified as Sabitri Tanti reportedly sat beside the body of her deceased husband Rabindra Tanti, along with the murder weapon throughout the night.

The woman’s brother and her two minor children were also present inside the house, who woke up to the horrific sight. The elder son saw his father’s beheaded body lying on the floors of their living room. He fled the spot and informed the police, said an officer at the Khowai police station.

A police team reached the spot to arrest her. The woman was sent to judicial custody by a local court, said the police.

According to the couple’s elder son, his mother had developed a psychological disorder recently and was undergoing treatment at a local occultist.

“My mother had always been a vegetarian. But she had chicken last night, and all of us went to sleep. Suddenly I woke up and saw my father was beheaded. I was shocked to see my mother was standing with a blood-soaked dao (a sharp weapon). When we raised the alarm, she rushed out of the room and kept my father’s head in our prayer hall,” the elder son said.

Speaking to the media, a senior officer of the state police said the preliminary investigation has revealed that the couple had no domestic problem. He added that a few locals informed the police that the woman was found to have displayed signs of psychological disturbance in the last few days. She has no history of psychological issues of any sort, said the police.

Telangana Minister threatens to disconnect water and electricity to military authorities

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Telangana Minister threatens to disconnect water and electricity to military authorities

On March 12, KT Rama Rao, Municipal Administration and Urban Development Minister, Telangana, threatened to disconnect electricity and water supplied to the military authorities. He said if the armed forces did not stop causing inconvenience to the people, the Telangana government might disconnect the supplies.

Rao was speaking during the question hour on the implementation of the Strategic Nala Development Program in the city.

Rao blames the Centre for inaction

Rao claimed the state government had filed complaints with the Centre over the issues, including road closures and obstructions caused by the military authorities in the Nala development program. He claimed the Centre had not taken any action in the matter and it was causing inconvenience to the people.

He said, “Telangana is not a different country. Our officials will hold a meeting with them. If they don’t understand, we have to take strong action. If needed, we will cut power and water supplies to them and see whether they will climb down from their stand.” He further directed the state government officials to arrange a meeting with the Local Military Authorities (LMA) and cantonment authorities immediately.

KTR claimed the check dam constructed by the military authorities on Balkapur Nala is causing flooding in the Nadeem colony. He further said the Archaeological Survey of India has refused to allow the state government to execute Nala development work near Golconda fort.

Claiming zero contribution from the central govt in phase one of the project, he targeted G Kisha Reddy, BJP MP from Hyderabad, and said Reddy failed to bring any financial assistance for the project from the centre.

‘Threatening Army is unacceptable’

NV Subhash, state spokesperson, BJP, called KTR’s comment shocking and said the minister does not have respect for the armed forces. He questioned if the TRS government was trying to remove the military base from Hyderabad. He added, “These threats will not work all the time, and very soon, the public will teach them a lesson. Threatening the military authorities is unacceptable, and we condemn it. TRS government should be ashamed of the way they show their respect towards our military authorities.”

Multiple long-range ballistic missiles fired at the US consulate in Erbil, Iraq

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Multiple long-range ballistic missiles fired at the US consulate in Erbil, Iraq

As many as 12 missiles struck Iraq’s northern city of Erbil on Sunday near the US consulate, Iraqi security officials said. Erbil is the capital of Iraq’s Kurdish region.

According to the reports, the US defence official said missiles were launched at the city from neighbouring Iran, adding that no injuries have been reported so far. The US officials have said there was no damage at any government facility and that there was no indication the target was the consulate building, which is new and currently unoccupied.

The US defence official said they were unaware of how many missiles were fired and where they landed.

The Iraqi officials said the missiles did not target the US buildings but that the missiles had hit areas around the compound. They said there were no casualties from the attack, which occurred shortly after midnight and caused material damage in the area.

The Iraqi officials also said that the ballistic missiles were fired from Iran.

Meanwhile, the US has condemned the attacks, saying it was an “outrageous attack against Iraqi sovereignty and display of violence”.

Satellite broadcast channel Kurdistan24, which is located near the US consulate in Erbil, went on air from their studio shortly after the attack. The main office was damaged, showing shattered glass and debris on their studio floor.

The missile attacks come a week after an Israeli strike near Damascus, Syria, killing two of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard members. Iran had strongly condemned the attack and had vowed to take revenge.

In January 2020, the US forces were targeted in Iraq in an Iranian retaliation for the US killing of its military commander Qassem Soleimani. No US personnel were killed in the 2020 attack, but many had suffered head injuries.

PM Modi declares the 11th Khel Mahakumbh open, advises youngsters to avoid taking shortcuts for success

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PM Modi declares the 11th Khel Mahakumbh open, advises youngsters to avoid taking shortcuts for success

Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared the 11th Khel Mahakumbh open at Ahmedabad on 12th March 2022. The Governor of Gujarat, Acharya Devvrat, and The Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Bhupendrabhai Patel were among those present on the occasion. Addressing the inauguration of the Khel Mahakumbh 2022 at the Sardar Patel sports complex in Ahmedabad, PM Modi said that this is not just a sports festival but also a festival of the youth power of Gujarat. The Prime Minister’s speech was preceded by a grand ceremony.

In his inaugural speech, PM Modi said, “I remember, 12 years ago, as the Chief Minister of Gujarat in 2010, I started the Khel Mahakumbh, so it was like sowing the seeds of a dream for me. I see that seed taking the shape of such a huge banyan tree today.”

Citing the two-year gap in organizing the sports event due to COVID-19, PM Modi said, “Due to Corona, there was a two years break in the Khel Mahakumbh. But the grandeur with which Bhupender Patel has started the event has filled the young players with renewed vigor.”

Addressing the non-sports issues that used to be a hurdle in the path of the players, PM Modi said, “Lack of transparency in the selection of players was also a big factor. All the talent of the players used to go away in struggling with problems. Coming out of that vortex, the youth of India are touching the sky today. The glitter of gold and silver is shining the confidence of the country.”

PM Modi did not forget to mention the Indian winners in the Tokyo Olympics. He said, “India has won 7 medals for the first time at the Tokyo Olympics. The same record was also set by India’s sons and daughters at the Tokyo Paralympics. India won 19 medals in this global event. But that’s just the beginning. India is not going to stop, nor is it going to get tired.”

Underlining the enthusiasm of the Indian youths, PM Modi said, “From Startup India to Standup India, from Make in India to Self-Reliant India and ‘Vocal for Local’, the responsibility of every campaign of New India has been taken up by the youth of India themselves. Our youth have proved India’s strength.”

Motivating the youth for continuous efforts in their respective fields, PM Narendra Modi said, “I also have advice for all of you young people – never find a shortcut to success! There is only one mantra of success – ‘long-term planning, and continuous commitment’. A victory can never be our last stop, nor a defeat.”

Mentioning the first National Sports University established in Manipur in 2018, he said that sports players are now getting better training facilities in the country. He also mentioned that Major Dhyan Chand Sports University for higher education in sports will soon be functional at Meerut in Uttar Pradesh.

Khel Mahakumbh was started in 2010 with 16 sports and 13 lakh participants when Narendra Modi was the chief minister of Gujarat. This year in the 11th edition, it has 36 general sports and 26 para-sports. Over 45 lakh sportspersons have registered for the 11th Khel Mahakumbh.

Shreyas Iyer masterclass puts India in a position of strength in the pink ball test in Bengaluru against Sri Lanka

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Shreyas Iyer masterclass puts India in a position of strength in the pink ball test in Bengaluru against Sri Lanka

Shreyas Iyer scored a stroke filled 92 off 98 balls as he pushed India to a score of 252 in the pink ball test in Bengaluru. The newly appointed KKR skipper smashed 10 fours and 4 sixes as he put the Sri Lankan spinners to sword. However, he missed out on a 100 while pushing the scoring rate and got stumped for 92, becoming first Indian batsman since Sehwag in 2010 to get stumped in the 90s.

Indian innings started on a disastrous note as Mayank Agarwal got run out for 4 after a huge mix-up with captain Rohit Sharma. Rohit himself was dismissed shortly afterwards for 15 as India slipped to 29/2. Hanuma Vihari and Virat Kohli got India out of the woods with a solid partnership but just when they were looking set, both departed in quick succession leaving India 86/4.

That is when Shreyas Iyer joined Rishabh Pant and the pair started counterattacking in earnest. While Pant did Pant things and took the charge early on, after his dismissal, Shreyas Iyer really took command and ended up scoring 2/3rd of the runs India scored after Pant’s dismissal.

This knock continues the fine start to Shreyas Iyer’s test career after India struggled for over 2 years with a very unreliable middle order. This was the 2nd half century for Shreyas in addition to his debut century and he is just in his 4th Test.

Indian team was all out after scoring 252 runs in 59 overs and one ball. In reply, Sri Lanka got off to a terrible start losing their top 4 for just 28 runs as Bumrah and Shami ran through the Sri Lankan top order. They recovered through Angelo Mathews but once India got through him, Sri Lanka’s challenge was over and they ended up with 86/6.

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