The BCCI has decided to scrap the Impact Player rule for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy, confirming this to state boards. Saurashtra’s coach, Niraj Odedra, supports the move, noting it aligns with ICC regulations. Despite this, the rule will remain in the IPL for three more seasons, amid concerns from players like Rohit […]
In response to heavy rains in Tamil Nadu, a red alert has been issued for several areas, including Chennai. Officials are on high alert due to the potential for flash floods from the continuous downpour. As a precaution, thousands of cars have been parked on flyovers. The traffic officials have also announced that there will […]
Amid heavy rains in Chennai and nearby districts, Dy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin conducted a midnight inspection of flood-prone areas to evaluate city’s preparedness. With a low-pressure system in the Bay of Bengal expected to intensify, he visited locations like Pallikaranai and Mylapore to assess flood mitigation efforts. In response, CM MK Stalin announced school closures […]
PM Modi will inaugurate the World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (WTSA)-2024 at Pragati Maidan Bharat Mandapam in Delhi. The Telangana govt will serve as the AI capital partner for the conference. TG IT Minister Sridhar Babu and his team will attend, with the minister participating in the roundtable meeting of IT ministers and delivering a keynote […]
Campaigning for Japan’s October 27 election commenced on Tuesday, with new PM Shigeru Ishiba aiming to maintain his party’s majority. Candidates distributed flyers and loudspeaker trucks circulated as key issues emerged, including rising prices, regional security, and scandals within Ishiba’s Liberal Democratic Party. LDP leads with 26.4%, far ahead of the opposition at 12.4%.
In light of increasing incidents involving spitting and contaminating food, the Uttar Pradesh govt, led by Yogi Adityanath, plans to introduce two new ordinances targeting unsanitary food practices. The Prevention of False and Anti-Harmony Activities and Spitting Prohibition Ordinance 2024, alongside the UP Prevention of Contamination in Food Ordinance 2024, will impose strict penalties.
The recent movie Thangalan, directed by Ranjith and starring Tamil hero Vikram in the lead role, has had its digital rights acquired by leading OTT platform Netflix. The streaming update indicates that the film will be available as a Diwali gift, with an official announcement expected soon. Thangalan was released in theaters on August 15, […]
The United States has issued a warning to Iran to halt all plots against Donald Trump, labeling any attempt on his life as an act of war. A US official, speaking anonymously, stated that President Biden has been regularly briefed on these threats and has directed his team to address Iranian activities targeting Americans, including […]
Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, born on Oct 15, 1931, in Rameswaram, was an esteemed scientist and the 11th President from 2002 to 2007. Known as the “Missile Man of India,” he played a key role in the country’s space and missile programs. A passionate advocate for education and empowerment, he inspired millions with his vision […]
Amid the diplomatic tensions between India and Canada, the US State Department announced that an Indian investigation team will arrive in Washington, D.C., on October 15. They are probing the alleged involvement of an Indian government official in a foiled plot to assassinate US citizen Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, linked to Indian national Nikhil Gupta, a […]