S&P Global Ratings stated on Tuesday that the recent hike in US tariffs is unlikely to impact India’s long-term economic growth prospects. The agency highlighted that India’s government remains committed to economic reforms and improving citizens’ living standards. After 18 years, S&P upgraded India’s sovereign credit rating to ‘BBB’ with a stable outlook, citing strong economic growth, fiscal consolidation efforts,...
Parliament Passes Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill 2025 to Boost Critical Mineral Sector
Parliament on Tuesday passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2025, aimed at liberalising, modernising, and making India’s mineral sector more dynamic, with a strong focus on critical and strategic minerals. The bill, which amends the original Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957, was approved by the Lok Sabha on August 12 and cleared by...
Trump dials Putin, discusses holding trilateral meeting with Zelenskyy: Kremlin
Updated: Aug 19th, 2025 Russian President Vladimir Putin and his American counterpart Donald Trump on Tuesday held a telephonic conversation reaffirming their commitment to continuing direct talks between Moscow and Kyiv delegations. Confirming the development, Russian President’s aide Yuri Ushakov said the conversation took place at the US President’s initiative. According to Ushakov, during the discussions, Trump briefed Putin about...
Ahmedabad to Host Multiple International Sports Events in 2025
Ahmedabad is set to become a global sports hub in 2025 as it prepares to host three major international tournaments — the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championship, the Asian Aquatics Championship, and the AFC Under-17 Asian Cup Qualifiers. The Commonwealth Weightlifting Championship 2025 will be held at the Naranpura Sports Complex from August 24 to 30, with participation from over 350 athletes...
Omar Abdullah: Finding 70 Missing in Kishtwar Cloudburst “Next to Impossible”
Five days after a devastating cloudburst struck the Machail Mata Yatra base camp in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has stated that the chances of finding the 70 missing individuals alive are extremely low. The tragedy, which claimed at least 64 lives, has left rescue teams racing against time. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Abdullah said,...
Prithvi Shaw Slams Century for Maharashtra, Silences Critics with Gritty Knock
Prithvi Shaw delivered a strong statement to his critics by scoring a brilliant century on his debut for Maharashtra in the Buchi Babu Invitational Tournament at Guru Nanak College on Tuesday. The 25-year-old opener, who made a switch from Mumbai earlier this year, reached his hundred off 122 balls, displaying remarkable composure on a tricky surface where others struggled. Shaw...
Air Canada Flight Attendants End Strike After Reaching Tentative Agreement
The strike by Air Canada flight attendants has officially ended after the union reached a tentative agreement with the airline. The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), which represents around 10,000 flight attendants, announced the development on Tuesday following several days of disruptions. The strike, which began after midnight on Saturday, caused widespread cancellations affecting nearly half a million passengers....
Bill to Regulate Online Gaming Gets Cabinet Approval, Set to be Tabled in Lok Sabha
The Union Cabinet has approved a bill aimed at regulating online gaming, which is expected to be introduced in the Lok Sabha tomorrow, according to sources. The legislation seeks to establish a legal framework for online gaming platforms while imposing strict penalties on gambling conducted through digital applications. The bill addresses key issues such as gaming addiction, fraud, and discrepancies...
Harmanpreet Kaur to Lead India in Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, Shafali Verma Left Out
India on Tuesday announced their 15-member squad for the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, with Harmanpreet Kaur named as captain. Star batter Smriti Mandhana will serve as vice-captain for the marquee event. However, the major surprise came with the omission of young opener Shafali Verma from the squad. The team includes wicket-keepers Yashtika Bhatia and Richa Ghosh, while Pratika Rawal,...
Ajit Agarkar Reveals Why Shubman Gill Replaced Axar Patel as T20I Vice-Captain for Asia Cup 2025
India’s Test captain Shubman Gill has been appointed as the T20I vice-captain for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, starting September 9 in the UAE. Gill, who last featured in a T20I for India in July last year, returns to the shortest format as Suryakumar Yadav’s deputy. In Gill’s absence, Axar Patel had been serving as vice-captain in recent T20Is, which...