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The newly-elected Bihar Assembly has 130 members (53%) facing criminal charges, of whom 102 (42%) face serious criminal charges, according to an analysis of election affidavits by the Association for Democratic Reforms.This marks a slight improvement from 2020, when 163 MLAs (68%) faced criminal charges, of whom 123 (50%) had serious criminal cases.Among those with serious charges in the newly-elected Assembly, six face murder charges, 19 are accused of attempted murder and nine are charged with crimes against women.The Bharatiya Janata Party has the highest number of MLAs with criminal cases, at 43, followed by the Janata Dal (United) with 23 and the Rashtriya Janata Dal with 14.The report is based on an analysis of the self-sworn affidavits of all 243 winning candidates in the Bihar 2025 Assembly polls.The poll watchdog classified serious criminal offences as those that have a maximum punishment of five years or more, are non-bailable, or related to loss to exchequer. These include include assault, murder, kidnap, rape related, or those mentioned in the Representation of the People Act. They also include offences under Prevention of Corruption Act and crimes against women.The ruling National Democratic Alliance swept the polls on Friday, winning 202 of the 243 total seats in the Assembly.As part of the alliance, the Bharatiya...Read more

Mexico and Uruguay ended in a hard-fought draw in the 2025 international friendly, with neither side able to break the deadlock in a tense and physical encounter. Check out here the key moments. Mexico and Uruguay played to a 0-0 draw in a tightly contested 2025 international friendly at Estadio Corona. Both sides battled intensely, with possession largely confined to midfield and numerous fouls disrupting the flow of the game. Despite several promising set-piece opportunities and moments of individual brilliance, neither team could convert their chances into a goal. The encounter was defined by strategic midfield battles and high pressing from both sides. Mexico tried to regain control after Uruguay dominated possession early, while the Celeste sought to exploit spaces on the counter. The physical nature of the game led to 38 fouls, with yellow cards issued to players including Edson Alvarez, Nahitan Nandez, Diego Lainez, and Guillermo Varela. Several substitutions in the second half added fresh energy to both teams. Raul Jimenez, Hirving Lozano, and Brian Rodriguez had chances to break the deadlock, but strong goalkeeping and defensive organization kept the score level. Ultimately, the match ended in a hard-fought stalemate, leaving both teams with lessons to carry forward in their preparations for future international competitions.

The New England Patriots are riding a great wave of momentum, but unfortunately they’ve been hit with tough news, as a key teammate of Drake Maye has now landed on injured reserve. The New England Patriots are on a highly positive streak. Unfortunately, they are now facing a major setback, as a key teammate of Drake Maye has landed on injured reserve. Against all odds, the Patriots sit atop the AFC with an impressive 9-2 record. However, their aspirations have taken a major blow, as they will be without a crucial player for at least four games. On Saturday, the Patriots placed Milton Williams on IR due to an ankle injury. The defensive tackle joined the club this year and has been a key asset in New England’s strong defensive unit. Milton Williams suffers ankle injury: How many games will he miss? Earlier this year, the Patriots decided to add Milton Williams, who hit free agency after the Philadelphia Eagles opted not to offer him a new contract. Williams signed a four-year, $104 million deal with New England after playing a significant role in helping the Eagles win Super Bowl LIX. He was one of the most sought-after free agents on the market. His ankle injury will sideline him for at least four weeks after being placed on IR. Fortunately for New England, he will only miss three games, as the Patriots have a bye in Week 14. If he recovers within the expected four-week window, Williams would miss matchups against the Cincinnati Bengals, New York Giants, and Buffalo Bills. Williams has had a very solid 2025 season. With 3.5 sacks so far, he was on pace to break his personal best of five—but this injury may get in the way of that goal.

The San Francisco 49ers have a divisional encounter with the Arizona Cardinals. Not only that, but as head coach Kyle Shanahan and Brock Purdy prepare for the game, the team also get defensive help. Brock Purdy is expected to reclaim his starting quarterback role for the San Francisco 49ers‘ Sunday matchup against the Arizona Cardinals. Kyle Shanahan must be happy to have his signal-caller back, but also to have some new defensive help. The 49ers waived backup QB Adrian Martinez and that roster spot was filled by defensive end Clelin Ferrell off the practice squad. Ferrell has played in the last two 49ers games as a temporary practice squad elevation. Now, he officially gets a roster spot. Kyle Shanahan might focus on Brock Purdy’s return. However, defensive coordinator Robert Saleh might be ecstatic by the decision to keep Ferrell as he schemes against the Cardinals. Ferrell is trying to revive his career Picked with the fourth overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft, Ferrell failed to produce for the Raiders. Now a seven-year veteran, he is trying to revive his career, and the 49ers are the best team to do so, since Robert Saleh will coach you. Clelin Ferrell #96 of the San Francisco 49ers In fact, he already has a sack in two games with San Francisco. Ferrell is 28 years old, so he still has time to evolve into a big-time player. Also, the 49ers elevated cornerback Eli Apple for the Cardinals game. San Francisco’s playoff hopes are still alive The 49ers are 6-4 on the season which puts them third in the NFC West. However, the Seahawks and Rams are both 7-2 but one will be 7-3 as they face each other. This puts the 49ers in position to almost catch up to them. Right now, the 49ers are eighth in the NFC, just below the Packers for the last Wild Card round spot. Despite all the injuries, they are still alive and fighting. That is why Kyle Shanahan is a firm Coach of the Year candidate.

Mike Tomlin, much like Andy Reid, could find an opportunity elsewhere if the Pittsburgh Steelers decide it’s time to part ways. Mike Tomlin has suddenly become one of the strongest names to become the New York Giants’ head coach after Ian O’Connor labeled him as the ideal candidate to take Brian Daboll’s place. Mike Greenberg of ESPN also mentioned him as a major option there. However, during an interview with 93.7 The Fan, Mike Florio clarified that this theory is practically impossible since the Pittsburgh Steelers remain firm in their stance of not parting ways with Tomlin. “I don’t know that I’d say less than one per cent (chance of Steelers parting ways with Tomlin). I think the Giants should sweep as broadly as possible on putting together a list and consider the possibility. Teams don’t spend enough time considering the possibility to try and trade for a coach.” Will Steelers fire Mike Tomlin? That’s a far-fetched scenario. Florio and other insiders say the Steelers are not considering firing Mike Tomlin, but a debacle with Aaron Rodgers could change that situation, as Pittsburgh’s fan base is starting to get desperate. However, if Tomlin becomes available, he believes there would be teams interested in signing him, looking for stability and, above all, at least a chance to reach the playoffs. “There’s always going to be a team out there that would be happy to have what the Steelers have had for the last 20 years or close to it. Contention every year. Playoffs most years. That’s better than what other teams experience. I think there would be somebody out there who’s looing for a coach that would e. interested. I think he will have options if he and the steelers decide that’s it’s time to move on, but, I don’t think it would be half the league to try to get him at this point.”