In a significant escalation of military activity, China has deployed 45 fighter jets and 14 warships near Taiwan, according to a statement from the Taiwanese Defense Ministry. This marks the largest Chinese military presence near Taiwan so far this year. In response, Taiwan has deployed its troops, heightening the possibility of confrontation and increasing regional…
Today, Australia will face Afghanistan in a pivotal match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. This encounter is a do-or-die situation for both teams, as victory is essential for securing a spot in the semi-finals. Three days ago, Australia’s match against South Africa was canceled due to rain, resulting in both teams sharing a point….
In a recent gripping episode of Shark Tank India 4, Ritesh Agarwal, the renowned founder of OYO, chose to side with Namita Thapar, sidelining fellow shark Vineeta Singh. The surprising move came during a pitch by two young founders of CoGrad, an education company aiming to revolutionize rural education. CoGrad’s founders presented their innovative model…
A recent study led by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) highlights the increasing risk of cancer among older adults and middle-aged individuals in India. According to the study, published in ‘The Lancet Regional Health Southeast Asia’ journal, the elderly (aged 70 years and above) are at the highest risk, with more than 10…
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared encephalitis, a condition that leads to inflammation of the brain, as a Global Health Emergency. This announcement underscores the increasing global threat posed by this severe brain condition. ### Urgent Call to Action The WHO, in collaboration with Encephalitis International, has called on policymakers, public health officials, healthcare…
Your daily cup of tea might do more than just wake you up—it could help filter out toxic heavy metals, new research has suggested. ### Research Findings Scientists at Northwestern University in the US have found that brewing tea naturally adsorbs heavy metals such as lead and cadmium, effectively filtering these dangerous contaminants out of…
The World Health Organization (WHO) announced on Wednesday that it is expanding its crowdfunding campaign to offset financial losses caused by the United States’ withdrawal, its largest funding source. The campaign, originally launched by WHO staffer Tania Cernusch, aims to raise $1 billion and has so far collected $158,000 from 5,000 donors across more than…
Tata Motors, a major player in the Indian automotive industry, has continued to underperform benchmarks Sensex and Nifty in 2025. On February 25, the stock touched a new 52-week low, reflecting a challenging period for the company. However, brokerage firm CLSA remains bullish on the auto stock. ### Tata Motors Share Price Tata Motors’ stock…
India’s batting maestro Virat Kohli has re-entered the top five of the ICC Men’s ODI Batting Rankings following a stellar performance against Pakistan in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Kohli’s sublime century—his 51st in the format—played a crucial role in India’s dominant victory over their arch-rivals in Dubai, propelling him one place higher to…
Indian tax authorities have singled out Volkswagen as the only automaker to wrongly classify its car imports for 12 years to evade Rs 12,000 crore ($1.4 billion) in taxes, even as rival Kia changed its practice after being warned, according to court papers. ### Background and Allegations Volkswagen, a relatively small player in India’s car…
Pakistan cricketer Fakhar Zaman, who was ruled out of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025 after suffering an injury in the first match against New Zealand, has dismissed rumors of his retirement from international cricket. Despite his absence, Pakistan lost against India and were subsequently ruled out of the competition. ### Injury and Speculation Fakhar…
Al Nassr secured a crucial 2-0 victory against Al-Wehda, with Cristiano Ronaldo once again leading his team to success. Following the win, the 40-year-old star praised his teammates and urged them to build on their success. Al Nassr remains eight points behind league leaders Al Ittihad, who have a game in hand, and four points…
As the Champions Trophy 2025 progresses, Pakistan will face Bangladesh in their final group game at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Thursday. Despite lackluster starts to their campaigns, both teams will look to end their tournament on a high note. ### Match Details *Date and Time*: The PAK vs BAN match will take place on…
Australia’s left-arm spinner Matthew Kuhnemann, who was reported for an illegal bowling action during the second Test against Sri Lanka last month, has been cleared by the International Cricket Council (ICC) after undergoing extensive testing in Brisbane. ### Clearance and Future Prospects The development means Kuhnemann will be able to resume playing for Australia in…
Over the past three years, Kuldeep Yadav has solidified his position as one of India’s premier bowlers in One Day Internationals (ODIs). Since 2022, the left-arm wrist spinner has taken the second-highest number of wickets for the Men in Blue, with 70 scalps at an impressive average of 23 in 45 games. ### The Build-Up…
The much-anticipated India vs. New Zealand Champions Trophy match is set to take place on March 2 at the Dubai International Stadium. With both teams already qualified for the next round, they will be looking to fine-tune their compositions before heading to the semi-finals. Here are three Kiwi players to watch out for in the…
Jasprit Bumrah has been a stalwart for India across all three formats of cricket. Despite persistent injury issues, which ruled him out of the Champions Trophy 2025 due to a back problem, Bumrah continues to shine as one of India’s premier bowlers. ### Multiple ICC Honours for Bumrah The 31-year-old bowler was recently named the…
Domestic carrier IndiGo announced on Wednesday that it will induct three additional Boeing 787-9 planes into its fleet under a damp lease arrangement with Norse Atlantic Airways. This strategic move comes as IndiGo prepares to launch flights to Europe from mid-summer this year. Currently, the Gurugram-headquartered airline operates two widebody Boeing 777 planes, wet leased…
Shares of Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) have dropped 38% from their 52-week high of ₹1,139, which was touched on May 23, 2024. The stock reached its 52-week low of ₹705.20 on February 25. Despite being a monopoly player in online train ticket booking and railway catering services, the stock has underperformed in…
Shares of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. (NYSE:BABA) surged 4.3% during the pre-market trading session on Wednesday, following the launch of its video-generation AI model. The stock also climbed on the back of a positive analyst call. ### What Happened Bernstein, a prominent investment management firm, upgraded Alibaba’s stock from ‘market perform’ to ‘Outperform’ and raised…
Google Cloud has unveiled Gemini Code Assist, a generative Artificial Intelligence (gen AI)-based bot designed to aid programmers in software development. According to a Google-commissioned DORA research report, over 75% of developers worldwide use gen AI applications to write efficient code, with 25% of the code created at Google generated by gen AI tools. Historically,…
If you’ve been eyeing the iQOO 12, now might be the perfect time to make your move. Amazon is offering a massive discount of Rs 9,000 on this premium smartphone, making it an irresistible deal. Whether you’re upgrading your old phone or switching brands, this price cut makes the iQOO 12 even more tempting. iQOO…
A recent report from the International Data Corporation (IDC) reveals that Android smartphones are expected to grow 40% faster than iOS this year, with a 2.5% year-on-year growth. According to IDC’s ‘Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker,’ global smartphone shipments are forecast to increase by 2.3% year-over-year in 2025, reaching 1.26 billion units. This 2.3% increase…
Sony Entertainment Television’s Celebrity MasterChef continues to deliver high-stakes culinary moments as contestants tackle the “Italy via India” challenge. This time, contestants were pushed to showcase their creativity by preparing a dish that reflects one color from the Italian flag—all within 90 minutes. Celebrity cook Tejasswi Prakash chose white and dedicated herself to crafting a…
Bollywood beauty queen Urvashi Rautela has been progressively establishing herself in Telugu cinema through cameos in popular songs. Her fame in the South was further cemented when her recent chart-topping song, “Dabidi Dibidi” from “Daaku Maharaj,” became an immediate sensation. While the actress has mostly been recognized for her glamorous appearances, it appears she is…
COLORS’ ‘Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment’ is renowned for its fiery food battles and continuous laughter, but this time, it was a moment straight from the heart. With the Bollywood Night theme in full swing, contestants entered the kitchen dressed as iconic Bollywood characters, blending drama, style, and entertainment. Amid the glitz and glamour, the episode…
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, along with his wife Gauri Khan and their three children—Suhana Khan, Aryan Khan, and Abram Khan—are temporarily relocating from their iconic residence, Mannat. The family is moving to a luxury apartment in the upscale Pali Hills area of Mumbai while their sea-facing bungalow undergoes extensive renovation and expansion. Reason for…
Google is gearing up to launch the Pixel 9a, an affordable version of the Pixel 9 series, potentially in March. While the release date is yet to be confirmed, various leaks and rumors have generated significant buzz around the upcoming device. Here’s a look at what we can expect from the new smartphone. ### Design…
Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s recent ‘Mrityu Kumbh’ (Kumbh of Death) remark has ignited widespread criticism and a political showdown. Her comments, referring to past stampede-related deaths and alleged crowd mismanagement at the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, have drawn strong reactions from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which accused her of being hostile…
The Union Budget 2025-26 has made annual incomes up to Rs 12 lakh tax-free. However, this limit can be increased to Rs 17 lakh by availing of certain allowances, provided your company makes adjustments to your salary structure. These allowances, as per the Income Tax Act, are exempt from income tax under the new regime…
Following Pakistan’s disappointing performance in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Yuvraj Singh’s father, Yograj Singh, has extended an offer to coach and rebuild the struggling team within a year. Pakistan, hosting an ICC event after 29 years, was eliminated from the semifinals race after losing both their Group A matches against New Zealand and India….
Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has emphasized that the description of Article 370 as a “temporary or transitional” provision was due to the fact that J&K’s status had not been fully formalized at the time of its accession to India in 1947. Speaking in an interview on February 25, 2025, Abdullah pointed out…
Bangladesh’s performance in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has been underwhelming, as they were outclassed in their first two matches, losing to India and New Zealand, and ultimately crashing out of the tournament. After suffering a 6-wicket defeat to India and a 5-wicket loss to New Zealand, Pakistan cricket legend Wasim Akram did not hold…
The fallout from Pakistan’s disastrous performance in the 2025 Champions Trophy continues to unfold, with the team’s early exit from the tournament—despite being the host nation—placing the spotlight squarely on the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), its selectors, and top officials. Pakistan, led by Mohammad Rizwan, faced a series of defeats that saw them becoming the…
Bangladesh Army chief General Waker-uz-Zaman issued a stern warning to politicians on Tuesday, cautioning that their infighting poses a significant threat to the country’s sovereignty. Speaking at an event commemorating the army officers who were killed in the 2009 Pilkhana mutiny, General Zaman emphasized the need for unity and stability. On February 25 and 26,…
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is gearing up for a significant leadership change in West Bengal ahead of the 2026 Assembly Elections. Speculations are rife about Sukanta Majumdar’s replacement as the state BJP president, with sources suggesting that Subrata Chatterjee, the key strategist behind BJP’s 18-seat victory in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, could take…
Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal recently shared a humorous anecdote about his ex-wife, YouTuber and dancer Dhanashree Verma, highlighting the playful dynamics of their relationship. Despite their recent separation, the couple’s past stories and lighter moments continue to capture the attention of social media. In a candid revelation, Chahal recounted how Dhanashree would jokingly ask for…
In a recent episode of Shark Tank India, an intense exchange unfolded between the investors, known as sharks, and Mohit, the founder of Born Good, a detergent brand. Mohit sought an investment of Rs 70 lakh for 1% equity in his company, valuing it at Rs 70 crore. Despite his impressive credentials, including 14 years…
*Guwahati:* Mining major Vedanta Group, chaired by Anil Agarwal, has announced a substantial investment of ₹50,000 crore in the oil and gas sectors of Assam and Tripura over the next 3-4 years. Speaking at the inaugural event of the Advantage Assam investment summit in Guwahati, Agarwal revealed that group firm Cairn Oil & Gas has…
At the conclusion of its 27th state conference on Tuesday, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI-M] announced the new 80-member state committee for West Bengal, with Politburo member Md Salim unanimously re-elected as State Secretary for a second term. #### Composition of the New Committee The 80-member state committee includes 14 women, with 11…
Around 100 surrendered militants from various extremist outfits blocked National Highway-8 on Tuesday, demanding the fulfillment of their long-standing demands, including the withdrawal of all court cases against them and the proper implementation of a tripartite agreement signed with them. The blockade, which occurred at Sadhupara in the foothills of the Hataikotor (erstwhile Baramura Mountain)…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday highlighted the rapid economic growth of Assam, stating that the state’s economy has doubled in the last six years under the BJP government. He also emphasized the historical importance of Eastern India and the Northeast, saying the region is set to “show its strength” as India moves towards greater…
Chinese state media on Wednesday called on the Philippines to withdraw the United States’ “Typhon” intermediate-range missile from the South China Sea, accusing the Philippines of repeatedly breaking its promises by introducing the missile system. “The region needs peace and prosperity, not intermediate-range missiles and confrontation,” stated the People’s Daily, the newspaper of the governing…
Ukraine has agreed on the terms of a minerals deal with the United States and could sign the agreement this week, officials from both countries confirmed on Tuesday. #### Joint Development of Mineral Wealth Under the agreement, the United States will “jointly develop” Ukraine’s mineral wealth, with revenues directed to a newly created “joint fund…
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has assured that Madhya Pradesh (MP) will play a significant role in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of making India a developed nation by 2047 and achieving the status of the third largest economy in the world. His remarks were made during the closing ceremony of the Global Investors Summit…
A mysterious illness has swept through northwestern Congo, claiming the lives of over 50 people within 48 hours of symptom onset. The World Health Organization (WHO) is currently investigating the outbreak, which has left health experts baffled and alarmed. #### Rapid Spread and High Fatality Rate The outbreak, which began on January 21, has resulted…
Mizoram has recorded the highest prevalence of HIV in India, with a rate of 2.73 percent, significantly surpassing the national average of 0.2 percent, according to recent reports. As of January 2025, Mizoram has reported a total of 32,287 positive HIV cases, with 5,511 deaths. Between April 2024 and January 2025 alone, 1,769 new cases…
A simple blood test may soon be able to predict a person’s risk of developing major diseases such as cancer or dementia by identifying how different organs are ageing at varying rates, according to a new study. *Groundbreaking Research* Researchers from University College London (UCL) have discovered that accelerated ageing in specific organs can predict…
Last week, Vivo launched its new mid-range smartphone, the V50, in India. Available in three variants—8GB RAM + 128GB storage, 8GB RAM + 256GB storage, and 12GB RAM + 512GB storage—the prices start at Rs 34,999. *Design, Build Quality, and Display* The Vivo V50 continues to impress with its design, retaining core elements of its…
Qualcomm has announced a collaboration with Google to offer Android updates for up to eight years, a move that is set to extend the longevity of Android-powered smartphones. This initiative builds on the existing commitment by Google and Samsung to provide seven years of Android updates for their flagship and midrange devices. *Extended Support for…
