The cricketing spirit of India found a new epicenter in Raipur as the dynamic duo of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma set the nets ablaze, sparking what fans are now calling 'Ro-Ko mania'. A viral video from their intense practice session has captured the nation's imagination, showing Kohli in full flow with his powerful strokes while captain Rohit Sharma was seen keenly observing and taking notes.
Ro-Ko Duo Lights Up Raipur Practice Session
The video, which has been widely circulated on social media, showcases Virat Kohli's formidable batting form. He was seen dispatching the ball with characteristic authority and precision. In a telling moment, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma was spotted standing behind the nets, meticulously noting down observations, underscoring the strategic preparation and synergy between the two stalwarts. This display of dedication and teamwork has sent fans into a frenzy, with the term 'Ro-Ko mania' trending across platforms.
Political Sparring Over Sanchar Saathi App
Beyond the boundary, a different kind of match was playing out in the political arena. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) launched a strong defence of the government's Sanchar Saathi app amidst a privacy debate, using the sharp Hindi idiom 'chor ki daadhi mein tinka' to attack the Congress party. The phrase implies a guilty conscience, suggesting the opposition's protests reveal their own vulnerabilities. This row highlights the ongoing tussle between national security concerns and individual privacy rights.
Other Major Headlines Making Waves
The news cycle was dominated by several other significant developments. In a major financial commitment, Lauren Sánchez, wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, announced their decision to give away more than $100 million of their family's wealth to charitable causes. Meanwhile, in Pakistan, former Prime Minister Imran Khan's sister alleged he was being 'mentally tortured' in jail after a visit, with Khan himself reportedly blaming army chief General Asim Munir for his plight.
In the world of entertainment and investigation, actress Neha Sharma was questioned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a money laundering case linked to a betting app, as per reports. Director Anubhav Sinha opened up about his personal and cinematic journey, stating, 'This journey is as much about cinema, as about finding myself again.' Actor Sidharth Malhotra also revealed a little-known fact about his career—he was not supposed to make his debut with Karan Johar's 'Student Of The Year', sharing the story of what happened to his first film.
Market Highs and Global Comments
On the economic front, Indian markets soared to lifetime highs, with both the Sensex and Nifty scaling new peaks. This rally has sparked intense discussion among analysts about where Indian markets are headed in 2026 and whether they will continue to outperform traditional safe havens like gold and other emerging markets (EMs). In a controversial remark, internet personality Andrew Tate faced backlash for a targeted comment about Indians, stating, 'Dubai is the only place Indians respect the law.'
From Silicon Valley, a startling claim emerged as Nicole Shanahan, ex-wife of Google co-founder Sergey Brin, alleged that 'tech wives' in the valley were used to fund hidden agendas. In sports news beyond cricket, NHL's Toronto Maple Leafs defender Brandon Carlo faced a recovery setback, while Tesla CEO Elon Musk urged Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath to have children, warning that humanity is heading into a dangerous demographic decline.
