** Shaquille O'Neal recently criticized Jayson Tatum's Hall of Fame prospects during an episode of The Big Podcast. While discussing Tatum's achievements, including All-Star selections and a championship, O'Neal expressed skepticism about the criteria for induction into the Hall of Fame. He referenced Isiah Thomas's distinction between two types of Hall of Fames and suggested that current players like Stephen Curry are more deserving. O'Neal's comments sparked debate about Tatum's status and the evolving standards for Hall of Fame recognition in the NBA. **

Aaron Rodgers has officially joined the Pittsburgh Steelers for the upcoming NFL season after leaving the New York Jets. The contract is a one-year deal worth less than $20 million, as confirmed by NFL insider Gerry Dulac. While fans have mixed reactions to his signing, Rodgers has also opened up about his strained relationship with his father in a recent podcast. Despite facing criticism for remaining a free agent while others signed deals, he has yet to comment on his new contract with the Steelers.

India A faced a challenging start in their second unofficial Test against England Lions, with top-order batsmen struggling under pressure. Skipper Abhimanyu Easwaran's poor form continued as he was dismissed for just 11 runs, raising questions about his readiness for international cricket. Despite a solid century from KL Rahul, who scored 116, and contributions from Dhruv Jurel and Karun Nair, the focus remained on Easwaran's inconsistency at No. 3. India A ended the day at 253/5, but Easwaran's performance may hinder his chances for national selection.

Trinamool Congress MLA Narendranath Chakraborty has sparked controversy by labeling Operation Sindoor as a "staged drama" and accusing Prime Minister Modi of manipulating patriotic sentiments. In a viral video, he criticized the BJP's portrayal of the operation, which was a response to a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Chakraborty later claimed his remarks were misinterpreted for political gain. TMC leaders distanced the party from his comments, while the BJP called for an NIA investigation into his statements, alleging anti-national sentiments.