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Former cricketer Harbhajan Singh has said India should not play cricket with Pakistan as long as tensions persist between the two nations. Emphasizing that nothing is above the country, he stated that soldiers’ sacrifices are far greater than any match. His remarks, ahead of the September 14 Asia Cup clash in Dubai, have sparked debate.
The NIA conducted raids at 9 Tamil Nadu locations, including Dindigul, Tenkasi, and Kodaikanal, in the 2019 murder of PMK functionary Ramalingam. One arrest was made, Imthathullah, for allegedly sheltering absconding offenders linked to the case. The probe, taken over by NIA in 2019, involves PFI members. Several arrests and ongoing searches continue.
Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi before the year ends, a Russian embassy official in India confirmed today. However, the official clarified that exact dates for the high-level meeting have not yet been finalised. The visit underscores the ongoing strategic partnership between both nations.
Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has tabled the ‘Online Gaming Bill 2025’ in the Lok Sabha. The bill bans advertising and financial transactions for real-money games, with penalties of up to three years in jail and ₹1 crore fine. It targets addiction, financial risks, and money laundering, and proposes a regulator with ₹50 crore setup […]
A two-day Group of Ministers meeting on GST overhaul begins in New Delhi, with FM Nirmala Sitharaman addressing the panel at 2 PM. The Centre proposes a simplified two-slab system of 5% and 18%, a 40% rate for select demerit goods, and reduced GST on health and life insurance. GoM recommendations will go to the GST […]
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s exclusion from India’s Asia Cup squad has sparked debate. Ravichandran Ashwin expressed surprise, noting that Jaiswal, who was a backup opener in the last T20 World Cup, deserved inclusion. Highlighting his impressive strike rate, Ashwin said it was shocking to see a player once considered for captaincy now left out altogether.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Monday, August 18, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 81315.79, up at 718.13 points or 0.89%, and the Nifty was at 24938.20, up at 306.90 points or 1.25%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 87.39 against the dollar.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Monday, August 18, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 81315.79, up at 718.13 points or 0.89%, and the Nifty was at 24938.20, up at 306.90 points or 1.25%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 87.39 against the dollar.
The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2025, will be introduced in Lok Sabha today by Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal to enhance ease of business and living. It proposes decriminalising 300 minor offences and rationalising penalties. Aimed at “Viksit Bharat 2047,” the Bill may be referred to a Select Committee for detailed scrutiny.
The Indian Air Force plans to induct 114 multirole fighter jets in four to five years via a fast-tracked global tender. With Jaguar, Mirage-2000, and MiG-29 squadrons retiring by 2037, contenders include Rafale, Gripen, F-16, and newcomer F-15 Strike Eagle. The move aims to maintain squadron strength and prepare for a two-front war.
US Vice President JD Vance will visit India later this month with Second Lady Usha Vance, marking his second foreign trip since taking office and her first visit to her ancestral country in this role. The visit comes amid rising India-US tensions over tariff cuts, Politico reported.
The YSR Congress Party is all set to conduct its formation day celebrations across the state. The YSRCP supremo YS Jagan will unveil the party flag at the YSRCP central office. Jagan founded the YSRCP on March 12, 2011. On the day of the party’s emergence, YSRCP cadre will hold state-wide protests today against the […]
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres strongly condemned the hijacking of a train in Pakistan’s Balochistan province and expressed deep concern over the hostages, urging their immediate release. Calling attacks on civilians unacceptable, his spokesman, Stephane Dujarric, issued a statement after gunmen opened fire on a passenger train.
Pakistani forces rescued 104 hostages after rebels hijacked the “Jaffar Express” in Balochistan, killing 16 militants in a fierce gunfight. The Balochistan Liberation Army claimed responsibility, demanding the release of Baloch prisoners. The rebels threatened to destroy the train and execute hostages if demands weren’t met within 48 hours.
The annual Brahmotsavams at Lakshminarasimha Swamy Temple, located in Yadagirigutta, Yadadri district, concluded on Tuesday night. The priests performed the Ashtotara Shata Ghatabhishekam and Srungara Dolotsavam at the Prakara Mandapam of the temple. Ashtottarakalasha worship was held at the Mahamukha Mandapam of the main temple.