In a significant development for Indian cricket, the selectors have announced the squad for the upcoming ODI series against Australia, with Shubman Gill appointed as the new captain. The 25-year-old opener replaces senior batter Rohit Sharma, marking a major leadership transition in the national team setup. The decision signals a generational shift, as selectors look...
As India prepares for its upcoming One Day International series in Australia, fresh reports suggest that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selectors plan to engage directly with Rohit Sharma regarding his future role as captain. The deliberations may be among the defining moments of squad selection, especially considering Rohit’s recent reentry...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has publicly expressed support for recent developments in the Gaza peace process, commending U.S. President Donald Trump for his role in mediating a breakthrough. Modi’s statements come amid renewed momentum in talks and fresh optimism over the release of hostages held by Hamas. In a message posted on social media, Modi...
In the aftermath of Operation Sindoor, India is reportedly considering the procurement of additional S-400 surface-to-air missile systems from Russia, citing the system’s effectiveness during recent military engagements. According to several informed sources, the possibility of expanding the existing arsenal may be discussed during high-level talks between New Delhi and Moscow during the upcoming visit...
U.S. President Donald Trump has delivered a stern warning to Hamas, urging the militant group to accept the proposed Gaza peace deal or face what he described as “all hell.” The statement marks one of Trump’s most forceful interventions in Middle Eastern affairs since leaving office, sparking global debate on the viability of a long-term...
Following alarming reports of kidney failure and multiple child fatalities, the Government of India has issued an urgent advisory cautioning against the prescription of cough syrups for children under two years of age. The directive calls on state governments, health authorities, and medical practitioners to exercise strict restraint and follow evidence-based protocols when treating pediatric...
In response to a spate of violent attacks on cinema halls in Canada, several theatre chains have announced they will temporarily cease showing Indian films, citing safety concerns for patrons and staff. The decision comes after recent arson attempts and a shooting incident targeting venues that regularly screen South Asian cinema. The Violent Incidents That...
The Madras High Court on Tuesday came down heavily on the Tamil Nadu police over its handling of the Karur rally stampede that left 41 people dead. The court expressed strong dissatisfaction at the lack of accountability and investigation, remarking that actor-politician Vijay, who had addressed the event, “fled the scene” and “vanished” instead of...
During a pivotal address marking the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in Nagpur, its chief—Mohan Bhagwat—delivered a strong message rejecting compulsion in international trade and urging renewed focus on Swadeshi (indigenous production) in response to recent US tariffs on Indian goods. Over recent months, the United States imposed steep reciprocal and penalty...
A towering figure in Hindustani classical music, Pandit Chhannulal Mishra, died in the early hours of Thursday at the age of 89, surrounded by family and in keeping with his expressed wishes. During his last days, he had asked that he not be placed on a ventilator, a request that was respected by his loved...