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MP: Kuno cheetah, spotted on Sheopur road in viral video, rescued by officials

The two male cheetahs, Agni and Vayu, were translocated from South Africa in February 2023 and subsequently released into the Palpur forest within Kuno National Park (KNP) on December 4.

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A cheetah, released into the wild on December 4, was recently seen wandering the streets of Sheopur town in Madhya Pradesh, on the evenings of Tuesday and Wednesday, but has since returned to the forest, as per various reports.

The two male cheetahs, Agni and Vayu, were translocated from South Africa in February 2023 and subsequently released into the Palpur forest within Kuno National Park (KNP) on December 4.

As per the reports, Agni was spotted near the stadium in Sheopur, causing alarm among residents. Yusuf Khan, a resident of Crusher Basti near Veer Savarkar Stadium, noted, “People panicked and retreated to their homes” upon seeing the cheetah. On Wednesday, the cheetah was captured in another widely circulated video, raising concerns about its behavior in urban areas.

Wildlife activist Ajay Dubey expressed concerns regarding the cheetah’s adaptation, suggesting that after over a year in captivity, it may have lost its wild instincts or could be struggling with food scarcity. He mentioned reports of the cheetah killing a stray dog and questioned if there was a lack of prey available in the region.

In response, a senior official from the National Tiger Conservation Authority assured that there is no cause for alarm. “It is important to understand that these two cheetahs are free-ranging now. These animals do not understand or see human boundaries. One of them, Agni, was seen wandering around 3 am on the 24th, a time when few people are on the roads. To my knowledge, a police van recorded a video of the incident,” the official elaborated.

The official confirmed that Agni has returned to the forest and that Vayu remains near its enclosure, with both animals being monitored closely due to their radio collars and GPS tags.

Additionally, the chief wildlife warden of Madhya Pradesh and police officials have been directed to prevent the sharing of such videos on social media due to the potential for public panic. “Cheetahs are harmless and generally do not pose a threat to humans, so there is no reason for concern,” the official reiterated.

According to the Cheetah Conservation Fund, cheetahs typically do not engage in conflict with humans and possess a generally docile temperament. The two cheetahs, brothers, were part of the 12 animals relocated from South Africa for Project Cheetah. While Vayu remained in Kuno, Agni strayed and was eventually tranquilized in Rajasthan before being returned to a soft enclosure prior to their release on December 4.

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2026 Tata Tiago facelift launched in India at Rs 4.69 lakh with sharper design and segment-first features

Tata Motors has launched the 2026 Tiago facelift in India with prices starting at Rs 4.69 lakh (ex-showroom). The updated hatchback features a sharper exterior, dual-tone interiors, a 360-degree camera, and multiple powertrain options.

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Tata Motors has officially launched the 2026 Tiago facelift in India, introducing a comprehensive design overhaul, a heavily updated cabin, and a substantially longer feature list. The updated hatchback enters the market at a starting price of Rs 4.69 lakh (ex-showroom) and is being offered across six distinct variants, stretching up to Rs 8.55 lakh for the top-tier trim.

Sharper and edgier exterior design

Moving away from the familiar rounded contours of the outgoing model, the 2026 vehicle adopts a much sharper and edgier form language. The front fascia is headlined by sleek rectangular LED headlamps integrated with eyebrow-style LED daytime running lights (DRLs), giving the car a more modern and premium aesthetic. Media reports indicate that the traditional chrome strip across the grille has been removed to create a cleaner look.

The front bumper undergoes a complete redesign, featuring enlarged air intakes alongside pixel-style LED fog lamps nestled within prominent black surrounds. While the side profile retains the silhouette of its predecessor, the addition of black cladding around the wheel arches introduces a subtle, rugged touch. The hatchback is available in six unique body color options: Varanasi Vibrance, Pangong Pulse, Sobo Surge, Pristine White, Pure Gray, and Daytona Gray.

Revamped cabin and segment-first premium upgrades

Inside, the cabin receives significant alterations aimed at elevating the overall user experience. The older all-black layout is replaced by a sophisticated dual-tone light grey and black color theme that makes the interior space appear more airy and expansive. Gloss-black accents are applied generously across the center console, steering wheel, and door trims.

A major highlight inside the vehicle is the inclusion of a standalone, free-standing digital driver’s display, which replaces the older analogue instrument setup. Additionally, the center console features dual wireless phone chargers—making it a standout option within this vehicle segment.

Enhanced tech, comfort, and safety features

The updated hatchback comes equipped with a larger 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment display that supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Comfort and utility are enhanced via a chunky steering wheel with mounted cruise and audio controls, a 4-speaker sound system, automatic climate control, rear AC vents, Type-C charging ports, ambient lighting, and auto-folding outside rearview mirrors (ORVMs).

In terms of technology and safety, a major segment-first addition comes in the form of a 360-degree camera system utilizing cameras on the front bumper and ORVMs. This setup is further augmented by a blind view monitor. Standard safety equipment includes six airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), hill hold control, anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD), a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), rear parking sensors, and ISOFIX child seat anchorages.

Proven powertrain options

The mechanical performance of the vehicle continues to rely on its reliable engine configurations. Buyers can choose between a standard 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol motor generating 86 PS and 113 Nm of torque, or a bi-fuel petrol+CNG option producing 86 PS in petrol mode and 73.4 PS / 95 Nm when running on CNG. Transmission duties are handled by either a 5-speed manual gearbox or a 5-speed automated manual transmission (AMT), which is available across both the petrol and CNG variants.

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Hardik Pandya may leave Mumbai Indians after troubled IPL 2026 season, Says report

Hardik Pandya is reportedly considering an exit from Mumbai Indians after IPL 2026 following a difficult season and strained relations with the franchise management. Rohit Sharma is expected to have a significant say in choosing the team’s next captain.

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A major shake-up could be on the cards at Mumbai Indians after reports suggested that captain Hardik Pandya may part ways with the franchise following a disappointing IPL 2026 campaign.

According to reports, the all-rounder’s relationship with the franchise management has deteriorated significantly after Mumbai Indians endured one of their poorest seasons in recent years. The five-time IPL champions managed only four wins in 14 league matches this season, finishing far below expectations.

The report also claimed that Mumbai Indians are preparing for another captaincy transition, with former skipper Rohit Sharma expected to play an important role in identifying the team’s next leader. However, Rohit himself is unlikely to return as captain despite his stature within the franchise.

Hardik returned to Mumbai Indians ahead of the 2024 season after leading Gujarat Titans to an IPL title in 2022 and a runners-up finish in 2023. His appointment as MI captain in place of Rohit had sparked intense debate among fans and experts.

Since taking over the leadership role, Mumbai Indians have struggled to regain their dominant form. The team finished at the bottom of the table in IPL 2024 and failed to make a significant impact again in IPL 2026.

Several former cricketers and analysts have also speculated about potential leadership alternatives within the squad. Names such as Suryakumar Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah have been discussed as possible candidates for the captaincy role in the future.

Reports further suggested that Hardik could formally seek a transfer away from the franchise in the coming weeks if the situation with the management does not improve. However, neither Mumbai Indians nor Hardik Pandya have made any official statement regarding the matter so far.

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Chris Gayle crowns teenage prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as the new six machine after record-shattering IPL knock

Cricket legend Chris Gayle has passed on the torch to 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, calling him the new six machine after the young prodigy broke the record for the most sixes in a T20 tournament.

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West Indies cricket icon Chris Gayle has showered immense praise on India and Rajasthan Royals’ 15-year-old batting sensation, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, following his breathtaking performance in the Indian Premier League eliminator. The teenager played a spectacular 29-ball 97 against Sunrisers Hyderabad, a knock that saw him surpass the legendary West Indian for the most sixes hit in a single IPL edition.

Taking to Instagram to celebrate the young left-hander’s achievements, Gayle declared Sooryavanshi as cricket’s “new six machine”. The legendary batsman also offered words of encouragement to the youngster, who narrowly missed out on breaking Gayle’s record for the fastest-ever IPL century. Gayle noted that while the 15-year-old was unfortunate to miss the milestone, he will “get there eventually”.

Dismantling long-standing T20 records

During his explosive innings, Sooryavanshi struck 5 fours and 12 sixes, operating at an astonishing strike rate of over 334. This masterclass propelled his tournament sixes tally to 65, eclipsing Gayle’s previous record of 59 sixes established during the 2012 IPL season. Consequently, Sooryavanshi now holds the record for the most sixes smashed by any batsman in a single T20 tournament.

The teenage opener has now equaled Gayle’s record for hitting 10 or more sixes in an IPL innings on four occasions. Strikingly, three of those instances have occurred in the current season, making him the first player in tournament history to achieve this feat three times in one year. His 12 maximums against Sunrisers Hyderabad also stand as the highest number of sixes smashed by an individual in an IPL knockout match, as well as the highest by any Indian batter in a single IPL innings.

Dominating the powerplay and rewriting history

The young prodigy has consistently taken apart world-class bowling attacks this season. During the playoff match, he cleared the boundary eight times during the powerplay, surpassing Sri Lankan great Sanath Jayasuriya’s record of seven powerplay sixes set back in 2008.

Sooryavanshi has accumulated 490 runs purely within the powerplay overs this season, overtaking Australian veteran David Warner’s 2016 tally of 467 runs. Furthermore, his blazing 16-ball half-century has tied him for the joint-fastest fifty scored in an IPL knockout match.

In his 15 tournament innings, the uncapped left-hander has amassed 680 runs at an average of 45.33 and a staggering strike rate of 242.85. He has crossed the 600-run milestone as the youngest player to do so in tournament history, breaking the previous record for an uncapped player held by his opening partner Yashasvi Jaiswal. According to advanced cricketing data, Sooryavanshi has accumulated 88.9 percent of his total runs this season solely through boundaries, outperforming previous high-impact campaigns like Andre Russell’s 2019 season. He also stands as the first player in T20 cricket history to cross 600 runs in a single tournament while maintaining a strike rate above 200.

Playoff race intensifies

Supported by a rapid 21-ball 50 from Dhruv Jurel, Sooryavanshi’s spectacular knock powered Rajasthan Royals to a massive total of 243 for 8. In response, Sunrisers Hyderabad struggled early on, losing four wickets during the powerplay despite a quickfire 33 from Ishan Kishan.

An impressive bowling display led by Archer and Burger restricted Sunrisers Hyderabad to 196 runs, sealing their exit from the competition. Rajasthan Royals will now progress to meet Gujarat Titans in the second qualifier, with the winners earning a spot in the final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

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