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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Sets Fastest List A Fifty Record in India A Tri-Series Final Win
In the Tri-Nation Series final at Dambulla, 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi set a new List A cricket record by scoring the fastest half-century in just 11 balls, surpassing a 21-year-old mark. He scored 94 runs off 29 balls, including 10 fours and eight sixes, before being dismissed. His innings powered India A to a total of 377 for nine, leading to a 66-run victory over Sri Lanka A. The performance followed a prior on-field altercation and marked a significant comeback after a modest tournament run. Sooryavanshi's record-breaking knock earned widespread praise and highlighted his rising stature ahead of his upcoming India debut.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer May Announce Resignation Amid Labour Leadership Pressure
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly considering resigning as early as Monday amid growing internal pressure within the Labour Party following rival Andy Burnham's recent parliamentary victory. Starmer has faced declining popularity due to controversies and policy reversals since leading Labour to a 2024 election win. While some senior Labour figures expect a resignation announcement and exit timetable, government sources and Starmer himself have denied plans to step down, emphasizing his focus on governing and willingness to contest any leadership challenge. Burnham is widely viewed as the leading contender to succeed Starmer if he resigns.
Seven Women Die, Dozens Hospitalised After Ammonia Gas Leak at Tamil Nadu Seafood Factory
An ammonia gas leak at St Peter's Paul Seafoods Exports near Periyapalayam in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvallur district on June 21 caused severe health issues among workers, mostly young migrant women. Official reports confirm seven women died during treatment, while around 67 others were hospitalized, with several in critical condition. Rescue operations involved the National Disaster Response Force and local authorities. A three-member inquiry committee has been formed to investigate the cause, and compensation has been announced for victims' families.