President Biden has proposed radical changes to the Supreme Court, including term limits for justices, a new code of conduct, and limitations on presidential immunity. He argues these reforms are necessary to restore trust in the courts and preserve the balance of power within the American democracy. His proposal faces strong opposition from Republicans, and it remains unclear if it will gain traction in Congress.
Shoko Miyata, the 19-year-old captain of the Japan women’s artistic gymnastics team, has withdrawn from the Paris Olympics after violating the team’s code of conduct by smoking. The incident has dashed hopes for a team medal at the Games for the first time since 1964.
Kolkata Knight Riders’ Ramandeep Singh has been fined 20% of his match fees for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during their match against Mumbai Indians. Singh admitted to committing a Level 1 offense under Article 2.20 of the code, which includes actions outside the course of normal cricket, such as causing damage to equipment or fixtures. The punishment was imposed by the match referee, and Singh has accepted the sanction. KKR secured an 18-run win over Mumbai Indians in a rain-curtailed match, becoming the first team to secure a playoff berth this season. Singh contributed to KKR’s victory with a quickfire knock of unbeaten 17 runs off 8 balls in the finishing overs of the first innings.
Delhi Capitals pacer Rasikh Salam Dar has been reprimanded by the Indian Premier League (IPL) for breaching the Code of Conduct during their match against Gujarat Titans on Wednesday. Dar was found guilty of committing a Level 1 offense under Article 2.5, which prohibits players from using provocative language, actions, or gestures. The incident occurred after Dar dismissed Gujarat Titans batsman B. Sai Sudharsan, and he was seen celebrating excessively. Dar has admitted to the offense and has accepted the Match Referee’s sanction. Level 1 breaches of the Code of Conduct result in a final and binding decision by the Match Referee.
Delhi Capitals pacer Rasikh Salam Dar has been reprimanded for violating the Indian Premier League (IPL) Code of Conduct during the match against Gujarat Titans. Dar committed a Level 1 offence under Article 2.5 and admitted to the violation.
In the match, Delhi Capitals posted a challenging total of 224/4, with Pant scoring an impressive 88*, followed by a valiant effort from Gujarat Titans, who fell just short of the target, scoring 220/8. Dar played a crucial role for Delhi Capitals with his three-wicket haul.
Despite his impressive performance on the field, Dar’s breach of the Code of Conduct has resulted in a reprimand. The decision of the Match Referee is final and binding in such cases.
After a thorough investigation, the Sydney Rugby Union’s code of conduct committee has absolved Eastern Suburbs of any direct involvement in the racial abuse allegations leveled against them during a pre-season match against West Harbour. However, the committee acknowledged that racial abuse did occur and instructed Eastern Suburbs to implement enhanced fan education and supervision measures. Despite finding credible evidence of the abuse, the committee was unable to conclusively determine the source of the offensive language, leading to Eastern Suburbs’ acquittal. The club has been ordered to take proactive steps to prevent such incidents in the future, while West Harbour retains the right to appeal the decision.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru opener Virat Kohli has been fined 50% of his match fees for showing dissent at an umpire’s decision in a match against the Kolkata Knight Riders. Kohli admitted to the offense and accepted the Match Referee’s sanction. Level 1 breaches of the IPL Code of Conduct result in a final and binding decision from the Match Referee.
