Visakhapatnam: Indian batsman Yashasvi Jaiswal had a blast on Day 1 of the second Test match against England here on Friday, scoring 125 not out and playing a major role in getting India to 225/3 in the first innings.

Jaiswal also had a 90-run partnership with Shreyas Iyer for the third wicket, with Shreyas falling for 27. Tom Harley got his first wicket of the day in the form of Shreyas, with Ben Foakes taking the catch.

India skipped Rohit Sharma, who opted to bat on winning the toss, scored 14 while Shubman Gill hit 34 runs.

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Bengaluru: Sheikh Latif assumed charge as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Karnataka State Waqf Board.

Board Chairman Dr. Syed Muhammad Ali Al-Hussaini welcomed the new CEO and expressed confidence that his administrative experience would strengthen the Board’s functioning.

He said priority would be given to the protection, development and proper supervision of Waqf properties across the state. The Board also aims to expand its service-oriented activities through transparent and effective governance while implementing community welfare programmes.

Speaking after assuming office, Sheikh Latif said he would discharge his responsibilities with honesty and dedication. He emphasised that safeguarding Waqf properties and protecting public interest would remain his priority, adding that efforts would be made to enhance administrative efficiency, accountability and transparency within the Board.

A senior KAS officer, Sheikh Latif has served in various government departments, including the Minorities Department.

His appointment was welcomed by Board members and community leaders.