India faces a crucial test against Bangladesh in the first Test, with the home team’s batting struggling against spin bowling. The match marks the return of key players for India, while Bangladesh aims to capitalize on their recent success against Pakistan. The focus will be on the battle between the Indian batsmen and Bangladesh’s spinners, as well as the potential for India’s pace attack to make an impact.
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The Indian government is reviving its plan to establish a new water resources management authority, the North East Water Management Authority (Newma), to oversee projects in the northeastern states. Newma is intended to replace the Brahmaputra Board, which has faced challenges in achieving its objectives due to staff shortages and political disagreements. The new authority is expected to have a wider mandate and greater powers, including the ability to implement projects without seeking approval from the Central Water Commission. This move aims to address critical water management issues in the region, particularly flood control and erosion, while also strengthening India’s claim to river water originating in China.
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India’s law ministry is reviewing the new criminal codes following concerns over the misuse of provisions related to domestic violence against women. The ministry is also pushing for alternative dispute resolution methods like arbitration to address the burgeoning backlog of cases in Indian courts.
India’s first Test series against Bangladesh, starting Thursday in Chennai, will be a battle of spin. Bangladesh’s spinners have been dominant, while India’s batsmen, particularly Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, have struggled against them in recent times. The series is a crucial one for India, who are aiming for a spot in the World Test Championship final.