India’s strategic ambitions in West Asia have encountered a major setback as US sanctions on the Chabahar port project in Iran officially took effect on September 29, 2025. The move ends a rare exemption granted to India since 2018 and places New Delhi in a diplomatic bind, forcing it to weigh regional connectivity goals against…
Amid heightened volatility and global headwinds, the recent market correction in India has opened up attractive entry points across domestic-facing sectors, according to Pankaj Pandey, Head of Research at ICICI Direct. Speaking at a financial outlook summit in Mumbai, Pandey emphasized that the correction is not a cause for panic but a strategic opportunity for…
In a landmark move towards digital governance, nearly 90% of the Finance Ministry’s files have transitioned to electronic format as officials begin operations from the newly inaugurated Central Vista building in New Delhi. The shift marks a significant milestone in India’s administrative modernization, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a “Digital India” and…
Pakistan cricketer Salman Ali Agha has landed in hot water after a controversial gesture during the post-match presentation ceremony of the Asia Cup 2025 final against India. Following Pakistan’s crushing defeat, Agha was seen tossing the runners-up cheque in frustration, drawing widespread criticism from fans, former players, and cricketing bodies across the globe. The incident…
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has once again touched hearts across the nation—not with a bat in hand, but with words that echo the emotional depth of his journey. On September 28, 2025, Tendulkar took to social media to wish his aunt Mangala a happy birthday, posting a moving tribute that highlighted her pivotal role in…
In a strategic reshuffle aimed at strengthening cricket administration, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has elevated three seasoned administrators—Raghuram Bhat, Jaydev Shah, and Jayesh George—to key roles within its operational framework. The appointments, finalized during the BCCI’s Apex Council meeting held in Mumbai on September 28, 2025, reflect a renewed focus…
Pakistan’s crushing defeat to India in the Asia Cup 2025 final has triggered a wave of criticism from fans and former cricketers, with legendary pacer Shoaib Akhtar leading the charge. In a fiery post-match analysis on his YouTube channel, Akhtar expressed deep disappointment over Pakistan’s performance, calling out head coach Mike Hesson’s “senseless coaching decisions”…
The swearing-in ceremony of the newly elected Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) government in Assam has been officially postponed to October 5, 2025, in view of the ongoing Durga Puja festivities across the state. The decision was taken after consultations between the BTC leadership and the Assam state government, with the aim of ensuring smooth logistics…
A political firestorm erupted over the weekend after BJP spokesperson Printu Mahadev allegedly declared during a televised debate that “Rahul Gandhi will be shot in the chest,” prompting the Congress party to write a formal letter to Union Home Minister Amit Shah demanding immediate and exemplary legal action. The remark, made during a News18 Kerala…
India’s whiskey market has revealed a striking regional trend—South India accounts for a staggering 58% of all whiskey sales nationwide, with Karnataka emerging as the single largest consumer state, contributing 17% to the country’s total whiskey consumption. The data, compiled from industry sources and retail analytics for FY25, underscores the cultural, economic, and demographic factors…
