Mahrez and Firmino lead Al Ahli to AFC semis; Shadman scores century for Bangladesh; Calcutta HC acts suo motu over mob heckling lawyers and judge defamation.
DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRs (30 APRIL 2025)
RIYAD MAHREZ AND ROBERTO FIRMINO GUIDE AL AHLI TO AFC CHAMPIONS LEAGUE SEMIS
Al Ahli FC vs Buriram United AFC: Champions League 2025 Quarter-Final
Al Ahli advanced to the AFC Champions League Elite semi-finals after a commanding 3-0 win over Buriram United. Riyad Mahrez and Roberto Firmino were instrumental, with Mahrez scoring and assisting. Mahrez now leads both the goals and assists tally this season. Firmino added a third after missing an earlier chance.
LEGAL PROVISION AND FRAMEWORK:
- Governed by AFC Statutes and Competition Regulations.
- FIFA international transfer and eligibility compliance under the RSTP framework.
- Club and player contracts in alignment with Saudi Pro League and AFC competition laws.
Source: AFC
SHADMAN ISLAM OPTIMISTIC DESPITE LATE COLLAPSE IN CHATTOGRAM TEST
Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe: Chattogram Test Match, Day 2
Shadman Islam scored a resilient century as Bangladesh reached 279/7 on Day 2, holding a 64-run lead over Zimbabwe. Despite a strong opening stand, a late collapse, led by debutant spinner Vincent Masekesa, stalled momentum. Shadman believes more runs from the lower order can still help them take control.
LEGAL PROVISION AND FRAMEWORK:
- Governed by ICC Test Match Playing Conditions and Code of Conduct.
- Players are bound by the ICC’s Anti-Corruption and Anti-Doping codes.
- National selection and participation policies are regulated by BCB and ZC governance frameworks.
Source: ICC
CALCUTTA HIGH COURT TAKES SUO MOTU COGNISANCE OF MOB INTIMIDATION OF LAWYERS AND JUDGE DEFAMATION
In Re: Incident of Mob Intimidation Near Calcutta High Court: April 25
The Calcutta High Court took suo motu cognizance of a mob heckling lawyers and defacing a sitting judge’s image. The Division Bench issued notices to the AG, ASG, and bar associations. The Court emphasized that litigants cannot protest while pursuing legal remedies and assured that the matter will be addressed promptly.
LEGAL PROVISION AND FRAMEWORK:
- Article 215 of the Constitution: High Courts’ Power to Punish for Contempt.
- Contempt of Courts Act, 1971: Covers acts that scandalize or lower the authority of courts.
- IPC Sections 186 and 353: Obstruction of a public servant and assault during duty.
- The right to legal representation and safety is ensured under Article 21.
Source: PTI
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