India raises concerns over $21 million USAID fund as Kerala cricket team reaches Ranji Trophy final

The Kerala High Court has denied anticipatory bail to BJP leader P.C. George in a hate speech case. The case involves allegations of promoting enmity and insulting religious beliefs, leading to legal action by the Erattupetta police. India's Ministry of External Affairs expressed concern over reports of a $21 million USAID fund aimed at increasing voter turnout. The government views this as potential foreign interference in India's internal matters. In sports, Kerala's cricket team has reached the Ranji Trophy final for the first time after a narrow victory over Gujarat. They will face Vidarbha in the championship match.