Tue Nov 26 05:34:10 UTC 2024: ## IPL 2025 Auction Sees Surprises and Records Broken; Other News in Brief
**Jeddah, Saudi Arabia –** The IPL 2025 mega auction concluded with several unexpected results. High-profile players like Prithvi Shaw, David Warner, and Kane Williamson went unsold, while Rishabh Pant fetched the highest bid, becoming the most expensive player. Remarkably, a 13-year-old also secured a spot, marking the youngest player ever in IPL history. A full list of sold and unsold players is available.
In other news:
* **India:** The Indian government unveiled the “Great Masters Series,” honoring icons of Hindustani classical music. A massive ₹7927 crore railway project connecting Mumbai, Prayagraj, and Varanasi was also announced.
* **Israel:** The Israeli cabinet is set to vote on a ceasefire deal with Hezbollah following Prime Minister Netanyahu’s in-principle approval.
* **USA:** Veteran pilot Jeff Witt is running for Congress, challenging incumbent Matt Gaetz.
* **International:** Celebrated author Barbara Taylor Bradford, known for “A Woman of Substance,” passed away at the age of 91.
* **India:** The Ministry of Home Affairs banned the ULFA (United Liberation Front of Asom) for five years under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act.
The full details of the IPL auction, including team squads, are available online.
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