Former India cricketer and commentator Aakash Chopra has voiced strong criticism over the exclusion of Sarfaraz Khan from India’s Test squad for the upcoming England series, calling it “not a good story” and questioning the selectors’ inconsistent approach. Sarfaraz Khan’s Omission Sparks Debate Despite a promising start to his international career—including a 150-run knock against…
In a bittersweet milestone, Indian hockey stalwart Manpreet Singh marked his 400th international appearance with a narrow 2-3 defeat against Australia in the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024–25, held in Antwerp, Belgium, on June 15. Match Highlights India’s Struggles Continue This marks India’s sixth consecutive defeat in the European leg of the Pro League, despite…
OnePlus is gearing up to expand its tablet lineup in India with the upcoming OnePlus Pad Lite, a new budget offering expected to debut under ₹20,000, according to recent leaks. Positioned as the successor to the OnePlus Pad Go, the Pad Lite aims to deliver a feature-rich experience at an affordable price point, targeting students…
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 kicked off with a bang as Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Bayern Munich delivered emphatic victories in their opening group-stage matches, signaling their intent to dominate the expanded 32-team tournament. PSG Outclass Atletico Madrid in Pasadena At the iconic Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, PSG dismantled La Liga giants Atletico…
The Government of India has officially announced that the 16th decadal Population Census will be conducted in two phases, with the process set to begin in October 2026 and conclude by March 2027. This will be the first national census since 2011, following delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Census 2027: Key Dates and Phases…
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has once again asserted that Naxalism will be completely eliminated from India by March 31, 2026, citing a dramatic decline in insurgency-affected areas under the Narendra Modi-led government. Speaking at a mega recruitment event in Lucknow, Shah highlighted the government’s success in reducing Naxal influence from 11 states to just…
The Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port (SMP), Kolkata, has reported a robust 27.56% year-on-year growth in cargo handling during April–May 2025, marking a strong start to FY26 despite ongoing global geopolitical challenges. Cargo Performance Highlights Segment-Wise Growth Container Traffic Soars Strategic Significance This growth underscores SMP Kolkata’s resilience and operational efficiency, even amid volatile global trade…
During his historic visit to Cyprus, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed India’s commitment to concluding a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union by the end of 2025. Speaking at the India-Cyprus CEO Forum in Limassol, PM Modi emphasized the importance of economic integration, digital innovation, and strategic partnerships in shaping India’s global trade…
In a landmark development for regional energy cooperation, Nepal has officially started exporting 40 megawatts (MW) of electricity to Bangladesh through India’s power transmission network. This marks Nepal’s first commercial electricity export to Bangladesh, positioning the Himalayan nation as a rising player in South Asia’s energy market. Trilateral Energy Partnership in Action The power transfer…
In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, Iran launched a missile strike on Israel’s prestigious Weizmann Institute of Science in Rehovot, widely regarded as the “technological backbone” of Israel’s security sector. The attack, part of a broader barrage involving over 150 ballistic missiles and drones, caused significant damage to laboratory buildings and sparked a fire on…
