Ninety minutes later, at 8:52 pm, Singh is seen walking out of the building.

In these 90 minutes, Singh is accused of assaulting and raping a 23-year-old interior design student at a paying guest (PG) accommodation in Ahmedabad. Singh was arrested and shot in the leg by police after he attempted to escape custody.

What Happened On The Terrace

The woman, an interior design student who has been living in Ahmedabad for the past two years, was walking on the terrace and speaking on the phone when the accused, Dharam Singh, walked up. Twenty minutes later, when her phone died, she decided to go back to her room.

Singh allegedly grabbed her and demanded sexual favours. When the woman refused, Singh attacked and assaulted her. He allegedly tied a wire around her neck and raped her.

The woman, a native of Kutch, told the police that she could not scream or call for help because the wire was choking her. And even when she tried, Singh allegedly tried to strangle her. The assault reportedly lasted for an hour.

Singh then took the woman's phone and locked her on the terrace before fleeing the spot.

When the woman found the terrace door locked, she raised an alarm. Hearing her screams, the neighbours came to her rescue.

Security Guard Arrested, Shot In The Leg

Ten teams comprising personnel from the police, the local crime branch and crime branch checked CCTV footage from the area and conducted a search operation, leading to Singh's arrest around 7-8 am on Sunday near the Hebatpur area.

Singh sustained a gunshot wound to his leg during an alleged attempt to evade arrest while being taken for procedural formalities.

"During the process of this recovery panchnama, the accused, in an attempt to escape police custody, tried to snatch the service revolver of Inspector RS Parmar," Deputy Commissioner of Police (Zone 7) Shivam Varma told reporters outside the hospital. "A fight ensued, and Constable Virendrasinh was hurt in the process. An officer fired two rounds at the leg of the accused, one of which hit him. The condition of the accused and the injured constable is stable."

Police indicated that a separate case would be registered against Singh in connection with the alleged attempt to escape custody and seize the officer's firearm.

While lying on a hospital bed, Singh pleaded for forgiveness.

"Ek baar maaf kar do sir. Zindagi main kabhi me aisa kaam nahi karunga (Please forgive me this time, Sir. I will never do such a thing again in my life)," he said with folded hands.

Singh Was Hired Four Days Ago

Singh was deployed four days ago by the A1 security agency without registration. A native of Mahura Kalan in Uttar Pradesh's Hardoi district, Singh has been living in Ahmedabad for four years and has previously worked with four security agencies.

Police officials confirmed that legal action will be taken against the agency for failing to complete the required employee background verifications, emphasising that residential complexes and security firms must adhere to strict police registration protocols for staff members.

Singh has been booked on charges of rape under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the police officer said.

The picture has been related to the famous 2015 stock photo by Spanish photographer Antonio Guillem where a guy in a shirt turns to check out a woman in a red top walking past, while the woman he's with looks back at him in disapproval. That picture went on to become one of the most popular internet memes, labeling situations where someone is tempted by something new while ignoring what they already have.

During his holiday in Ibiza, Rodri could be seen walking hand-in-hand with his longtime partner Laura Iglesias, but turned his head to look toward a woman in a bikini on the left.

The Spanish midfielder's body language and "caught looking" vibe is quite similar to the 'distracted boyfriend' meme, and fans couldn't resist pointing out the same.

Rodri recreated that? pic.twitter.com/EU5WgwnUT7

— Kwesi (@KwesiFCB) August 9, 2026

Rodri, a defensive midfielder for Spain and Manchester City, is known for his ability to scan opponents quickly and assess danger. Based on where the opponents are, Rodri has displayed a unique ability to orchestrate his passing lines and unleash his teammates going forward. 

Seeing him on the beach, fans hilariously drew comparisons between his ability to study the opponents that surround him and scan people nearby.

Why he's the goat. Scanning all over https://t.co/IU795KBrrk

— DSK (@0161Darren) August 9, 2026

Some even compared Rodri's act with his recent transfer speculations. The veteran midfielder was reported in contact with Real Madrid over the last few weeks over a transfer in the summer but has recently begun negotiations with their arch-rivals Barcelona.

Note: Grey market premiums are unofficial and may not accurately reflect the stock's actual listing performance.

Investors considering the Milky Mist Dairy Food IPO should keep these key details in mind before subscribing.

Milky Mist Dairy Food IPO GMP Today

The latest GMP of Milky Mist Dairy Food IPO stands at Rs 26 on Aug. 10. Given the IPO's upper price band of Rs 140, the GMP indicates a listing price of Rs 166 (upper price + GMP). This means that the shares of the company may debut at a premium of 18.57% on the exchanges.

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Milky Mist Dairy Food IPO Details

The public issue is a combination of a fresh issue of 10.20 crore shares aggregating to Rs 1,428 crore and an offer-for-sale (OFS) of 89 lakh shares aggregating to Rs 125.00 crore.

Milky Mist Dairy Food IPO has set its price band at Rs 133 to Rs 140 per share. The lot size for an application is 107 shares. This means that the retail investors need a minimum of Rs 14,980 (based on upper price) to participate in the bidding window.

JM Financial Ltd. is the book running lead manager and Kfin Technologies Ltd. is the registrar of the issue.

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Milky Mist Dairy Food IPO Key Dates

• Issue open date: Aug. 11
• Issue close date: Aug. 13
• Allotment finalisation: Aug. 14
• Refund initiation: Aug. 17
• Share credit: Aug. 17
• Listing date: Aug. 18

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Use of Proceeds

The IPO proceeds will primarily be used to reduce debt.  Funds will also support expansion and modernisation of the manufacturing facility, deployment of supporting infrastructure, and other general corporate purposes.

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About Milky Mist Dairy Food

Milky Mist Dairy Food Ltd., incorporated in 2014, is a fast-growing packaged food company offering dairy products. Its diverse portfolio includes cheese, paneer, butter, curd, ghee, yogurt, ice cream, frozen foods, among other things. Its flagship brand is 'Milky Mist' and sub-brands include SmartChef, Capella, Misty Lite, Briyas, and Asal.

Milky Mist Dairy Food Financials

For the financial year ended March 2026, the company reported total income at Rs 3,145 crore v Rs 2,355 crore in FY25. Its profit after tax nearly tripled to Rs 127 crore. Ebitda in FY26 stood at Rs 435 crore v Rs 310 crore in FY25.

The company posted a consolidated bottom-line of Rs 352 crore, compared to Rs 444 crore in the preceding quarter. Revenue slumped 19% to Rs 937 crore from Rs 1,156 crore. 

Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation declined 19% to 508 crore from Rs 627 crore, while Ebitda margin remained flat at 54.2%.

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Hindustan Copper Q1 FY27 (Cons, QoQ)

• Hindustan Copper Q1 FY27 (Consolidated, QoQ)
• Net profit down 20.7% to Rs 352 crore from Rs 444 crore
• Revenue down 19% to Rs 937 crore from Rs 1,156 crore
• Ebitda down 19% to Rs 508 crore from Rs 627 crore
• Margin was flat at 54.2% versus 54.2% in the previous quarter

 Hindustan Copper Share Price History

Hind Copper's scrip has more than doubled in the last 12 months, and has risen 3.17% year-to-date. After the declaration of Q1 results, the stock traded 0.33% lower at Rs 534.35 apiece on the NSE. \

The share price went as low as 0.67% to Rs 532.50 after the company's Q1 fineprint was released. 

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Taking to his official social media handle on X, Rawal stated that it should be the "priority and Dharm" of the Chief Minister to protect Mundhe and ensure that he is allowed to continue in his department. 

To put it with humility and respect that it should the priority and Dharm of Honourable CM @Dev_Fadnavis ji to protect Shri @Tukaram_IndIAS that he should not be xfered or shunted out of his department.
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— Paresh Rawal (@SirPareshRawal) August 9, 2026

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The appeal amounts to public support for Mundhe at a time when the IAS officer has become highly visible because of his aggressive enforcement campaign as the Maharashtra FDA Commissioner.

Mundhe assumed charge as Commissioner of Maharashtra's FDA in May 2026. The FDA is responsible for regulating the safety and quality of food, medicines, cosmetics and medical devices in Maharashtra. 

Since taking charge, Mundhe has overseen an intensified enforcement campaign targeting food adulteration, unsafe establishments, illegal products and violations across the food supply chain.

According to a report by The Indian Express, the FDA had carried out 1,131 inspections across Maharashtra since Mundhe took charge on May 25, with food stock worth Rs 49.57 crore seized, including about 1.6 lakh litres of adulterated milk. 

The same report also stated that the FDA had suspended the licenses of 56 restaurants, including well known establishments facing regulatory action. 

An IANS report stated that Mundhe's FDA conducted 195 raids in five days during an early June statewide crackdown, resulting in 192 arrests and the seizure of banned gutkha and pan masala worth approximately Rs 1.99 crore. 

Mundhe's tenure has also been marked by measures targeting food safety violations around educational institutions. An FDA directive restricted the sale, advertising and free distribution of high fat, sugar and salt foods inside schools and within a 50 metre radius.

The IAS officer's record of frequent transfers has also made him a prominent figure in Maharashtra's administrative and political discourse.

Rawal's latest post adds a prominent public voice to a debate that has already attracted political attention because of Mundhe's enforcement campaign and history of frequent transfers.

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The churn extends well beyond the headline Nifty 50 swap. The Nuvama report flags Vedanta Aluminium, Idea, Polycab and BHEL for entry into the Nifty Next 50, even as Indian Hotels, REC, United Spirits and Shree Cement are tipped to exit. Wider changes are also expected across the Nifty Midcap, Smallcap and Nifty 500 baskets, with names such as Jubilant FoodWorks, Tata Elxsi, LIC Housing Finance and Meesho on the list of likely entrants, and Piramal Finance, Poonawalla Fincorp and Exide Industries among those expected to move out of some indices as they graduate to others.

Nifty 50: BSE In, Wipro Out

Nuvama expects BSE to replace Wipro in the Nifty 50, as the exchange operator transitions from the Nifty Midcap 150 to the Nifty 100. The brokerage said BSE "ticks all the boxes" for inclusion under the current index methodology. Should the Nifty Indices Committee alter the methodology, Nuvama's back-up pick to replace Wipro is TVS Motor.

Nifty Next 50 And Nifty 100

Wipro is expected to find a home in the Nifty Next 50, alongside Vedanta Aluminium, Hitachi Energy, Idea and Polycab, with BHEL a borderline entrant. Likely exits from the index include Indian Hotels, REC, United Spirits, Shree Cement and Lodha, with Mazagon Dock a borderline exit. The same broad set of moves is expected to mirror through into the Nifty 100.

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Midcap Indices

Across the Midcap 150, Midcap 100 and Midcap 50, Nuvama expects names such as Mazagon Dock, Lodha, Indian Hotels, REC, United Spirits, Meesho and Hindustan Copper to enter, even as BSE, Idea, Power India, Polycab and BHEL exit these baskets as they graduate to larger indices. Embassy REIT is tipped for inclusion in the Midcap 150.

REITs Get A Look-In

Following a SEBI circular making REITs eligible for inclusion in Nifty equity indices, Nuvama expects two such inclusions: Embassy Office Parks REIT, on the borderline for the Midcap 150, and Brookfield India REIT, expected to enter the Smallcap 250.

Nifty 500 And Smallcap Indices

The Nifty 500 could see entries such as Vedanta Aluminium, Cupid, Embassy REIT and TD Power Systems, with exits including BBTC, Blue Dart and SBFC Finance. Across the Smallcap 250, Smallcap 100 and Smallcap 50, likely entrants include Jubilant FoodWorks, Tata Elxsi, Exide Industries, LIC Housing Finance and KIMS, while Piramal Finance, Poonawalla Fincorp and Asterdm are seen exiting multiple smallcap baskets.

A quick look at the stocks Nuvama expects to move in and out during the upcoming Nifty rejig
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Timeline & Risks

Nuvama has assessed the average market-cap cut-off till 31 July 2026. It expects the official announcement in the second half of August, with the rejig taking effect from 30 September 2026.

Nuvama flagged two risks to its predictions: a change in NSE Indices' rebalancing methodology, and a sharp shift in free-float factors ahead of the cut-off date.

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Zaheer Khan, one of the finest pacers to have played for India, was asked about the situation Shami finds himself in. The former seamer, sharing his honest perspective on the matter, admitted that the Indian team's priorities seem to be lying somewhere else at present. However, Zaheer doesn't think Shami has to give up.

"It is your decision, the way you want to move forward. If you are playing matches and performing well, you remain available. I see things that way. The team's thinking is different, but your way of thinking is important. If you want to contribute, it is your decision. The way the team is looking at things and what is going on in the scheme of things, sometimes you can analyse how you are thinking. But how can you contribute to that? As a player, you should do what Shami is doing. He is playing. As you said, he is playing matches. That is important," he told the Times of India.

Zaheer was also asked about the growing injury list in the Indian team. While Bumrah has struggled to keep himself fit for back-to-back series, the likes of Washington Sundar, B Sai Sudharsan, Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya, etc. have also struggled to maintain fitness. For Zaheer, however, it's part and parcel of the game.

"Injuries are part and parcel of the game. They are part and parcel of every individual's journey. You can talk about workload management, but you also need to understand the timing of events. You can see some things, but overall, you have to plan accordingly. If a fast bowler sustains an injury or goes through a difficult phase, it is very important to control the things in your hands. You have to control them properly. Until you know the root cause, you can't move forward," he said.

PM Modi met India's athletes on Sunday to honour them for their achievements in Glasgow over the preceding fortnight. He engaged in warm conversations with several medallists, including Mirabai Chanu, Lovlina Borgohain, Asmita Deb, and Sakshi Chaudhary.

During the conversation, Sakshi revealed how the fear of facing Indian boxers spread among competitors, with opponents resigned to losing their chance at a medal as soon as they were drawn against India.

When asked about the squad's performance, Sakshi said, "Everyone was scared of us, thinking, 'We have a fight against India, so we will lose in the very first round and won't even get a medal.'"

#WATCH | PM Modi interaction with CWG 2026 medal winners | PM Modi asks Boxer Lovlina Borgohain about her conversation over the map of India at a restaurant in Glasgow; she says, "We had performed so well; it was the last day, everyone had won, and there were Indians all around.… pic.twitter.com/qqlD6n1h5H

— ANI (@ANI) August 10, 2026

PM Modi also asked Lovlina Borgohain whether boxers worldwide had begun to fear India.

She replied, "Definitely, Sir. Everyone was terrified. Gold medals were coming one after another-it felt like a total explosion by the end. The support we receive and the back-to-back competitions we get make a huge difference. Many of our young athletes have emerged from schemes like Khelo India, which is transforming Indian sports as a whole."

PM Modi then asked weightlifter Mirabai Chanu-who completed a hat-trick of Commonwealth Games gold medals-why she was moved to tears after securing top spot on the podium.

Chanu replied, "I was overjoyed and deeply emotional. I wept because I had missed out on a medal by just 1 kg at the Paris Olympics, reflecting on everything an athlete endures. Over those four years, I faced constant injuries and personal challenges with great difficulty. So when I stood on the podium, Sir, watching our flag rise as the National Anthem played, I couldn't hold back. The tears just flowed."

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How the scam works

Fraudsters post advertisements on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Telegram under titles such as "Rent Boyfriend - Your Personal Companion." The posts feature photos of attractive men, often created using artificial intelligence or stolen from internet profiles, alongside various service packages, including coffee date, movie companion, shopping trip, and more. 

Once a woman or a girl reaches out to book a service, the scammers engage in conversations before asking for upfront payments. They demand money for registration fees, safety deposits, or advance booking costs via QR codes and digital payment apps. As soon as the victim transfers the money, the scammers block all communication.

"In this matter, girls as well as their parents should be extremely cautious. What kind of posts do your children see on social media? Who are you talking to? Whom do you meet when you go out? Parents should constantly keep an eye on these issues. If there is proper monitoring of smartphone usage, innocent children may fall into the trap. There is danger," the post read.

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అమ్మాయిలూ.. రెంట్ బాయ్‌ఫ్రెండ్ ఆఫర్ల వల.. జాగ్రత్త!!

"ఒంటరితనంతో బాధపడుతున్నారా? మీతో కాఫీ తాగడానికి, సినిమాకెళ్లడానికి అందమైన అబ్బాయి కావాలా? అది కూడా 50 శాతం ఆఫర్లతో!".. సోషల్ మీడియాలో రకరకాల ఆఫర్ల పేరుతో కలర్‌ఫుల్‌గా కనిపిస్తున్న ఈ పోస్టర్ల వెనుక పెద్ద సైబర్ మోసం దాగి ఉంది.… pic.twitter.com/E7O1mgwUip

— V.C. Sajjanar, IPS (@SajjanarVC_IPS) August 8, 2026

Risks and safety advice

Police also warned that sharing contact details, photos, or personal information with unverified accounts exposes individuals to potential blackmail, harassment, and physical safety risks if they attempt to meet in person.

Authorities advise citizens to avoid communicating with unknown profiles online and to never send advance payments for such services. Anyone who encounters suspicious activity or falls victim to cyber fraud should report the incident immediately by calling the cybercrime helpline at 1930 or visiting the official national cybercrime portal.

“Why would I say no if I get a call? Absolutely ready. Honestly, I cannot say exactly how ready I am. My job is to play cricket and that is why I have come here to play in the UP T20 league. I didn't come here with the intention of moving to another place or reaching another level,” he said, according to Hindustan Times.

“We play IPL knowing we have to perform and win matches for the team, but I didn't come here to the UP T20 league hoping to get picked elsewhere or because someone said something. How prepared I am is not for me to decide; the rest is the selectors' call,” the seasoned fast bowler added.

The experienced pacer is set to lead the Lucknow Falcons in the fourth edition of the Uttar Pradesh T20 League, which will get underway on August 14. For Bhuvneshwar, the tournament represents another opportunity to contribute on the field while helping the next generation of Uttar Pradesh cricketers navigate the demands of competitive cricket.

The 24-day UPT20 Season 4 will feature 34 matches and, for the first time, will be staged across two cities. Lucknow will host the opening phase at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, with 22 matches scheduled across 13 matchdays, before the tournament moves to Green Park Stadium in Kanpur for the remaining 12 matches over 11 matchdays.

(With IANS inputs)

Jaiswal retired after reaching his half-century to allow his teammates valuable time in the middle.

Gill, returning to action after missing the first two days of the fixture with a finger injury, made a useful 44 before being dismissed by spinner Keshara Nuwantha. His return to the middle was a significant positive for India ahead of the opening Test against Sri Lanka.

Dhruv Jurel chipped in with 17, while Rishabh Pant made a patient 28 before India were briefly reduced to 155 for three.

But the target was never in serious danger, with the lower order completing the chase in the final session. Siraj then provided the fireworks, hitting three consecutive sixes to finish the game in style.

Earlier, Sri Lanka Cricket XI declared their second innings at 200 for six in 45 overs, leaving India a target of 207.

Opener Nishan Madushka, who had also scored a half-century in the first innings, top-scored with 63 off 73 balls, while Nipun Dhananjaya made 46 and Anjala Bandara contributed 35.

Ravindra Jadeja and Gurnoor Brar claimed two wickets each for India, while Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna took one apiece.

India had earlier declared their first innings at 357 for six after Sri Lanka XI posted 363 for eight declared.

Devdutt Padikkal was the star of India's first-innings effort with an unbeaten 142, while Jadeja scored 63 and Manav Suthar contributed 41. Gurnoor Brar remained unbeaten on 36 as India finished just six runs behind the hosts.

The warm-up game provided India with useful match practice ahead of the two-Test series against Sri Lanka, with the first match scheduled to begin in Galle on August 15.

For India, the return of captain Gill to competitive action, Jaiswal's brisk second-innings fifty and Padikkal's century were among the major positives from the three-day fixture.

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Shrikant Karkale, Joint Commissioner and Nitin Mohite, Assistant Commissioner supervised these operations which targeted establishments that allegedly engage in oil repacking and selling loose oil.

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The FDA, under the leadership of Commisioner Tukaram Mundhe, suspended the food licences of many famed Mumbai-based culinary fixtures such as Parsi Dairy Farm, K Rustom Ice Cream, Shalimar restaurant, Noor Mohammadi Hotel and Rehmania restaurant, and more recently, various notable sports clubs across the city.

The food safety body advised citizens to avoid purchasing loose edible oil and to ensure that it is verified with FSSAI clearance along with a manufacturing and expiy data.

"Citizens are advised to purchase edible oil only from licensed vendors and to verify the FSSAI license number, manufacturing and expiry date, and proper labeling on the package," the press not stated.

List Of Seizures:

Swagat Oil Industries

Swagat Oil Industries saw 66,653 Kg of edible oil valued at Rs. 1.05 crore seized from its premises by the FDA. Ot flagged "misleading packaging" of soybean oil noting that they were taken from single tank labelled 'Refined' and 'Ultra Refined'. They also allegedly found large-scale use of reused tins, unhygienic premises, no in-house lab, no Certificate of Analysis, no food grade certificates, no medical/pest control records and no technical personnel.  

The raid was led by FSOs Ghope, Mule, Ajay Gadhe, Thombare and Narwade, with its license being suspended with immediate effect and the unit being closed.

The press note named the local brands Swagat Gold, Goodluck, Swastik Gold Ultra as being the ones under which the oil was sold.

Charkha Oil Mill

Charkha Oil Mill saw 45,995.7 kg of edible oil valued at Rs. 78.22 lakh seized from its premises by the FDA. It flagged “misleading packaging” of palmolein oil, noting the use of reused tins and unhygienic conditions. Officials also found no in-house laboratory, Certificate of Analysis, food grade certificates or other required records.

The raid was conducted by FSOs Khandare, Khade, Ganesh Dattu, Rohit Phandi, Bochare and Chibhade, with 11 enforcement samples drawn. Its licence was suspended with immediate effect and the unit was closed.

The press note named the local brands Shubham, Anuj Drops and Shubham Ultra as those under which the oil was sold.

Jai Hanuman Traders

Jai Hanuman Traders in Vadwani saw 4,545.2 kg of edible oil valued at Rs. 7.25 lakh seized from its premises by the FDA. Officials found **reused tins, unhygienic conditions, no in-house laboratory, Certificate of Analysis, food grade certificates, medical or pest control records**, as well as improper labelling of storage tanks.

The raid was conducted by FSOs Ganesh Dattu, Siddhant Khandare, Khade and Bochare, with three enforcement samples drawn. Its licence was suspended with immediate effect and the unit was closed.

The press note named Soham Refined Soybean Oil as the local brand under which the oil was sold.

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Janhavi Commercials

Janhavi Commercials in Old Mondha, Majalgaon, saw 1,746 kg of loose refined soybean oil valued at Rs. 2.79 lakh seized from its premises by the FDA. Officials found unlabelled loose oil stored in an unsafe manner, no batch numbers or Certificate of Analysis, and unhygienic storage tanks.

The raid resulted in two enforcement samples being drawn. Its licence was suspended with immediate effect and the unit was closed.

Vinayak Oil Industries

Vinayak Oil Industries in Old Mondha, Majalgaon, saw 248 kg of loose refined soybean oil valued at Rs. 39,680 seized from its premises by the FDA. Officials found unsafe storage of loose oil, the use of reused tins and an absence of required records.

The raid resulted in one enforcement sample being drawn. Its licence was suspended with immediate effect and the unit was closed.

Speaking during the presser, he said, "The reason why I extended (as the head of CoE): In 2023, I was supposed to become the head coach. Because of personal reasons, I was not able to take that up. I went and spoke to Jay (Shah) twice. He understood my reasons. Because of what Jay and the BCCI have given me, the freedom to execute my vision, it continues with Devajit and other office-bearers."

"I extended for two years, and I committed to the BCCI that here I am not taking up the head coach position, but I will make sure that I establish the CoE, I establish the structure, the processes and the protocols, before I move on," he added.

In September 2024, the BCCI's Centre of Excellence was inaugurated by then BCCI secretary Jay Shah, replacing the old facility operating at Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium under the name of the National Cricket Academy.

Spanning over 40 acres, this facility is designed to become the epicentre for nurturing cricketing talent and advancing sports science in India. The Centre of Excellence features three grounds and 86 pitches, including both indoor and outdoor areas, showcasing its capacity to provide comprehensive training facilities.

In late 2021, Laxman took over from Rahul Dravid as the head of the CoE, with the latter becoming the Team India head coach. Laxman has been the head of the facility since then and, during his tenure, the CoE expanded into a full-fledged facility of its own.

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"Jay came here personally on several occasions to clear all the legal hurdles to start the work, because a lot of regulations are to be followed once we have to start a proper project and on top of that, we have to regularise the land." Regularising the land offered the seasoned administrators the "biggest challenge", said Saikia.

"That was the biggest challenge, because this kind of land, 40 acres, was lying idle, and a lot of people wanted to take it back. So everything had to be cleared before the work started from 14th February 2022," he added.

"But the transition was a challenge. Roger Binny was there, and we have taken the help of VVS Laxman who by that time, was part of this scheme." Laxman recollected how he moved to Bengaluru from Hyderabad to be part of a long journey.

"In 2021, when Jay and then BCCI president Sourav (Ganguly) reached out to me, saying that Rahul (Dravid) is moving to the Indian team as the head coach, and we want that continuity.

"It was a tough decision for me. But as a cricketer, I always thought that it's the responsibility of former cricketers who benefited through this great game to contribute back to the game. And with that intention, obviously, I moved to Bangalore in December 2021," he said.

The former India batter also remembered how Shah guided the entire process.

"In the span of close to two years, the entire infrastructure was up and running. And huge credit to Jay, because he was the secretary of the BCCI and I myself seen firsthand how much interest he used to take in various meetings we used to have with the architects, with the L&T team, to make sure that each and every aspect of the COE, or then NCA, is taken care of.

"And it's great to see that, you know, the vision was translated into reality. And I think all leaders have vision. But the vision will only bear the fruit when it's translated into reality. And that reality is what we've seen in 2024, November," he said.

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"Kuldeep bowled almost 20 overs in the sense 18 in the match and about two-three overs before the game also. He had a very good outing and he just wanted to take a break in terms of just understanding how his body is at," Bahutule said after the warm-up game here.

The other spinners -- Ravindra Jadeja, Manav Suthar and Saransh Jain -- were given extended outings as India used the game to assess their options ahead of the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle.

"Manav bowled about 14-15 overs, Jaddu bowled about 14-15 overs. So, they got a very good outing, they understood how the pitch reacts and I think it was a great prep for them," he said.

The pitch offered little assistance to the spinners initially but began to turn as the game progressed, providing valuable exposure to India's slow bowlers.

"The bowlers had a great opportunity to go down and express themselves on a pitch which was slightly on a flatter side in the first day. But as the days went by, there was more turn on to it and definitely a good outing for the spinners," Bahutule said.

India had fielded a strong squad for the warm-up game with the primary objective of adapting to local conditions, and Bahutule felt the players made the most of the opportunity.

"Preparation is a very integral part of coming on any tour. The reason of us coming at this particular juncture is to make sure that we adapt to the conditions, understand how the pitches are," he said.

"Most of the guys have come here, experienced guys, Jaddu has already played here. But the new guys like Manav and a few others, Saransh Jain, they need to just adapt to what will be the ideal lines, what will be the ideal lengths and obviously the field sets, which is very much important." India's management was also satisfied with Shubman Gill's recovery after he was hit on his right hand during a net session on Thursday.

Gill did not bat on the opening day as a precaution but returned to score useful runs later in the game, while also taking part in catching drills.

"It was just a precaution more than anything else. And he has been absolutely fine. He has been doing his training. And the management decided that we could just take that precaution of not putting him into that first day," Bahutule said.

He also praised Gill's meticulous preparation, saying the India captain was preparing specifically for the threat posed by Sri Lanka's spinners.

"Shubman takes his preparation very seriously. And he is a very meticulous boy. And he understands that whatever is the demand for that particular series with the attack, which has been successful for the Sri Lankan team. His preparation is done accordingly," he said.

He was responding to different scenarios in the nets, Bahutule added, explaining that the team was trying to replicate situations Gill could encounter during the Test series.

India also used the game to improve the batting of their lower-order players, with bowlers such as Gurnoor Brar getting opportunities with the bat.

"All the lower-order bowlers, who basically bat in lower order, their contribution will always be very useful to achieve a good total in the Test match. And that is the entire process. We are encouraging them to bat as much as possible in the nets," Bahutule said.

Devdutt Padikkal's century has also strengthened his case for a place in the playing XI, though Bahutule said the final call would be taken after assessing the conditions in Galle.

"He expressed himself. He batted beautifully. And he is ready to, you know, whatever the decision, once we go to Galle, we will see the pitch." With India currently fifth in the World Test Championship standings, Bahutule said the team was keen to make the most of the Sri Lanka series.

"WTC cycle is a very important cycle. And every series is important. So, our effort is that, back of the mind, we definitely want to go there and win. And be a part of the finals and win the WTC also," he said.

On India's four spinners -- Jadeja, Suthar, Jain and Kuldeep -- Bahutule said each offered a different quality, making the selection call in Galle a difficult but welcome one.

"All four spinners have that uniqueness. We have got experience with Jaddu. We have got great accuracy levels with Manav Suthar. And, obviously, Saransh has got experience. He has performed really well in domestic cricket. And that is how he has earned his spot," he said.

"And Kuldeep, being a wrist spinner, it always helps to have a wrist spinner in the side so that there is variety."

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"Kya hua wo restaurant waale se jhagda kar rahi thi? (What happened, you were fighting with that restaurant guy?)" Modi asked Lovlina, who won the 75kg category silver, in the little over 10-minute video of the interaction shared by his office on Monday.

The Assam boxer laughed and replied, "We had such a good performance and it was the last day of the Games. It was a happy occasion sir, we were celebrating and I didn't like it when I saw the distorted flag. I politely told them and they have made the changes also." The PM, while applauding her, said it was a thoughtful gesture at a time when she was just out to celebrate her triumph. India won 39 medals in the truncated Games to finish fourth. The tally included 13 gold medals, seven of them coming in boxing.

#WATCH | PM Modi interaction with CWG 2026 medal winners | PM Modi asks Boxer Lovlina Borgohain about her conversation over the map of India at a restaurant in Glasgow; she says, "We had performed so well; it was the last day, everyone had won, and there were Indians all around.… pic.twitter.com/qqlD6n1h5H

— ANI (@ANI) August 10, 2026

"To be able to recognise the significance of that map at a time when you were celebrating and the Games were over, I can tell you truthfully, that video was not ordinary. It will be remembered by people for a very long time," he told the Tokyo Olympics bronze-winner.

In his one-on-one chat with Mirabai, who won the 48kg category gold in Glasgow with a Games record lift of 190kg, the PM asked about her breakdown on the podium. He also fed her a laddu during the interaction.

Mirabai said it was a moment of letting go emotions that she had been holding on for the past four years.

"Itne aansu tapak rahe the (So many tears were rolling down)," Modi remarked.

A clearly overwhelmed but smiling Mirabai responded, "I was very happy and emotional in that moment. I was crying because I missed a medal in Paris Olympics by one kilogram. I had faced a lot in these last four years. I was battling injuries and some family problems too.

"There were lot of things. So, these four years were very tough for me. And when I stood on the podium, our flag went up and the anthem played, it was hard to stop myself," the diminutive Manipuri said without getting into the specifics of her issues apart from injuries.

Boxer Narender Berwal, who won the 90kg gold, took the opportunity to share a funny comment that he received from a Pakistani boxer after beating him in the Military World Games of 2015.

"During the 2015 World Military Games, I had a bout with a Pakistani boxer. I won it but when we were together in the medical room for treatment to our niggles, he said to me 'Bhaijan aapka naam Narender hai, aapke coach ka naam Narender hai, aapke Pradhan Mantri ka naam Narender hai, mujhe Narender naam se nafrat ho gayi hai.' (Brother, you, your coach and your PM are all named Narender. I hate this name now)," he recalled as Modi laughed.

On a more serious note, PM appreciated the efforts of the athletes and called them an inspiration.

"I have been in this house for 12-13 years now and if there is one group that I have met regularly here, it is the athletes because of your efforts to win medals for India and your tradition of scaling new heights.

"Far more than our push to promote sports in schools, it is your medals that inspire people," he said.

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PM Modi then said, "Jo khelega, wo khilega (The one who plays will blossom). Always cheer for Bharat. Bharat mata ki jai."

Always #Cheer4Bharat. pic.twitter.com/eSjh8o1Ris

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 9, 2026

Later, the PM also tweeted about his meeting with the athletes.

"Delighted to host our outstanding medal winners from the Commonwealth Games 2026 at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg. Heard about their experiences from the Games. Each one of them has made our nation proud through their exceptional performances. Their success will motivate many youngsters," PM Modi posted on X while sharing some photographs of the meeting.

Delighted to host our outstanding medal winners from the Commonwealth Games 2026 at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg. Heard about their experiences from the Games.

Each one of them has made our nation proud through their exceptional performances. Their success will motivate many youngsters. pic.twitter.com/1zkYCKiV8r

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 9, 2026

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya was also present.

India's boxing contingent enjoyed a particularly successful campaign, with the country's pugilists winning a record haul of 10 medals at the Glasgow Games. Sakshi was among the seven Indian boxers who returned with gold.

The nation had plenty to celebrate on the sporting front, finishing fourth in the medals table with a haul of 39 medals, 13 gold, 17 silver and nine bronze, to cap off a successful campaign. Although India's tally was lower than the 61 medals won in Birmingham in 2022, the context tells a different story.

Thirty of those medals had come in sports that were dropped from the Glasgow programme. With only 122 athletes compared to 210 four years ago, India still managed to maintain its fourth-place finish while producing an even better medal conversion rate, with 38 athletes returning home with medals.

Long-distance runner Gulveer Singh was the only Indian to win two medals. With the ceremonial handover complete, the focus now shifts to Ahmedabad, which will host the centenary edition of the Commonwealth Games in 2030.

The couple hails from Madeira but lives in France. However, that did not stop fans from believing that Ronaldo and Georgina had booked the cathedral under a fake name.

The bride, Fatima, had to fight her way past the crowd, which included plenty of fans wearing the iconic No. 7 jersey of the Portuguese football legend.

"This is crazy. Why does everyone think Fabio is Cristiano Ronaldo? The bride has been very upset, worrying that all the commotion will ruin her wedding day," one of the guests said.

Ronaldo fans mistakenly surrounded a random bride in Madeira, thinking she was Georgina Rodriguez.

The newlyweds were mobbed by journalists after rumors claimed Ronaldo would marry Georgina on August 8.

Ronaldo reacted with laughing emojis. pic.twitter.com/1DQiW6s6LW

— RussiaNews (@mog_russEN) August 9, 2026

Reacting to the chaos, Ronaldo shared laughing emojis on a viral social media post.

ESTO ES TREMENDO

Resulta que mas de 2.000 personas fueron a la Catedral de Funchal ayer en Madeira pensando que era el dia de la boda de Cristiano Ronaldo y Georgina.

Y efectivamente, habia una boda... pero otra cualquiera. La novia quedo completamente impactada al ver... pic.twitter.com/y3HumOjZ1v

— Madrid Sports (@MadridSports_) August 9, 2026

Ronaldo's sister, Katia Aveiro, had fuelled rumours that the power couple were set to tie the knot after posting footage of her arrival in Madeira for what she described as a "party".

Marcos Goncalves, the parish priest of Funchal Cathedral, confirmed that there were no other bookings for the day.

"This is the only wedding taking place here today. I do not have a booking for Cristiano Ronaldo."

Ronaldo and Georgina got engaged last year, with the footballer pledging to get married after the World Cup.

"Leadership in football is not a possession. It is not about holding -- or demanding -- power to be held," they wrote.

"When trust is broken through deception, when an individual places himself above the collective that entrusted him with authority, that duty has been abandoned," the confederations added.

DSP GOES

Mohammed Siraj signs off the warm-up game with three sixes on the trot! #SonySportsNetwork #SonyLIV #BeautifulGameofTestCricket pic.twitter.com/poApnwLVwu

— Sony Sports Network (@SonySportsNetwk) August 9, 2026

Siraj slammed the first six over cow corner before going down the ground for another maximum. He connected with the third one on the trot as the ball sailed over deep mid-wicket for a biggie.

INDIA NEEDED 16 RUNS IN THE FINAL OVER...!!!

Siraj on strike - he smashed 6,6,6 and won the game for India in the Practice match

Madness from Siraj. pic.twitter.com/sZH4XRaKLo

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) August 9, 2026

INDIA NEEDED 16 RUNS IN THE FINAL OVER

Mohammed Siraj on strike - smashed 3 consecutive sixes and won the warm-up game for India. pic.twitter.com/g22qMokS4o

— CRIC INSIGHTS (@TheCricInsights) August 9, 2026

Sri Lankan players interacting with Mohammed Siraj after the match pic.twitter.com/mAJW7IHpWb

— Manmohan (@GarhManmohan) August 9, 2026

Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill struck useful runs at the top of the order before Siraj's late blitz helped India beat Sri Lanka Cricket XI by six wickets in their three-day warm-up game in Colombo on Sunday.

Chasing 207 for victory, India completed the target in 45 overs, finishing on 214 for four with Siraj smashing 32 off just 15 balls, including three successive sixes, to bring the game to an emphatic end.

Jaiswal, who had fallen for a duck in India's first innings, responded in style with a quickfire 61 off 46 balls. He and Gill put on exactly 105 for the opening wicket to give India a flying start to their chase.

Jaiswal retired after reaching his half-century to allow his teammates valuable time in the middle.

Gill, returning to action after missing the first two days of the fixture with a finger injury, made a useful 44 before being dismissed by spinner Keshara Nuwantha. His return to the middle was a significant positive for India ahead of the opening Test against Sri Lanka.

Dhruv Jurel chipped in with 17, while Rishabh Pant made a patient 28 before India were briefly reduced to 155 for three.

But the target was never in serious danger, with the lower order completing the chase in the final session. Siraj then provided the fireworks, hitting three consecutive sixes to finish the game in style.

Earlier, Sri Lanka Cricket XI declared their second innings at 200 for six in 45 overs, leaving India a target of 207.

Opener Nishan Madushka, who had also scored a half-century in the first innings, top-scored with 63 off 73 balls, while Nipun Dhananjaya made 46 and Anjala Bandara contributed 35.

Ravindra Jadeja and Gurnoor Brar claimed two wickets each for India, while Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna took one apiece.

India had earlier declared their first innings at 357 for six after Sri Lanka XI posted 363 for eight declared.

Devdutt Padikkal was the star of India's first-innings effort with an unbeaten 142, while Jadeja scored 63 and Manav Suthar contributed 41. Gurnoor Brar remained unbeaten on 36 as India finished just six runs behind the hosts.

The warm-up game provided India with useful match practice ahead of the two-Test series against Sri Lanka, with the first match scheduled to begin in Galle on August 15.

For India, the return of captain Gill to competitive action, Jaiswal's brisk second-innings fifty and Padikkal's century were among the major positives from the three-day fixture.

(With PTI Inputs)