Bangladesh has reiterated that its refusal to play the upcoming World Cup in India is solely due to security concerns and is a sovereign decision. Government adviser Professor Asif Nazrul criticised the ICC for failing to address Bangladesh’s grievances, while BCB president Aminul Islam Bulbul confirmed the board’s demand for a neutral venue, insisting the team is ready to play.

The Odisha government has imposed a statewide ban on all tobacco and nicotine-containing products, such as gutkha, pan masala, zarda, khaini, and more.

The operation by security forces in Jharkhand is being hailed as one of the most successful anti-Naxal strikes in recent years