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Health officials in Pune, India, have reported six cases of Zika virus infection, including two pregnant women. The pregnant women are in stable condition and asymptomatic. The Zika virus can be particularly dangerous for pregnant women, potentially leading to microcephaly in their babies.
The Allahabad High Court expressed concern over the increasing number of religious conversions in India, warning that the majority population could become a minority if the trend continues. The court denied bail to a man accused of converting villagers to Christianity, emphasizing the importance of preventing such conversions.
Sai Sudharsan, Jitesh Sharma, and Harshit Rana have been named as replacements for Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube, and Yashasvi Jaiswal for the first two T20Is against Zimbabwe. The trio will initially travel to India with the rest of the T20 World Cup-winning squad before departing for Harare.
India’s recent T20 World Cup victory in Barbados marks a new chapter for the team as veterans retire and a new generation takes the reins. The Men in Blue will face a busy schedule of T20I matches over the next few years, aiming to defend their title in the 2026 World Cup hosted jointly by India and Sri Lanka.
A video showcasing young Indians’ lack of knowledge about the National Song, Vande Mataram, has sparked outrage online. While some confused it with the National Anthem, others had no idea about its existence. The video highlights a worrying trend of disconnect with India’s history and national symbols.
Indian tennis player Sumit Nagal fell short in his first round match at Wimbledon, losing in four sets to Miomir Kecmanovic of Serbia. Nagal, making his Wimbledon main draw debut, showed flashes of brilliance but ultimately succumbed to his opponent’s consistency and powerful play. This marks the first Indian to play a Wimbledon men’s singles main draw match in five years.
The Indian government has significantly increased the windfall tax on domestically produced crude oil, raising it to ₹6,000 per tonne. This move is likely to impact oil companies and could have broader implications for the energy sector. Further details and analysis are expected.
Rohini Nilekani, wife of Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani, has topped the EdelGive Hurun India Philanthropy Women’s List 2023 with a remarkable Rs 170 crore in donations, highlighting her dedication to social causes beyond her successful career.
Vedant Patel, Principal Deputy Spokesperson for the US Department of State, condemned terrorism and expressed hope for improved relations between India and Pakistan. He emphasized the US’s deepening ties with India, particularly in economic and security cooperation, while acknowledging the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan.