Sandalwood actor Darshan’s girlfriend Pavithra Gowda instigated and conspired the murder of Chitradurga resident Renukaswamy S, as per the prosecution in a magistrate court. The actor used aides to execute the crime and dispose of the body, with Pavithra identified as the prime conspirator.

Pat Cummins, the fast bowler, spearheaded the bowling attack by claiming a hat-trick, while David Warner’s unbeaten fifty guaranteed a smooth chase as Australia comfortably defeated Bangladesh in their ‘Super 8s’ Group 1 encounter of the T20 World Cup. The match, held in Antigua on Friday, was under the threat of rain that disrupted proceedings twice.

Kallakurichi Hooch Tragedy: Madras High Court reviewed the matter and sought details from the state government on actions being taken against those responsible for the tragic incident, including the suspension and transfer of officers