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For the first time in 91 years, India scored less than 50 in an innings, bowled out for 46 in the first Test at M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Under overcast conditions, Matt Henry showcased remarkable control, taking 5-15 and reaching 100 Test wickets. William O’Rourke, in his first Test in India, impressed with 4-22, while Tim […]
Central Bureau of Investigation has filed a chargesheet against Karti Chidambaram, M/s Talwandi Sabo Power Ltd, Bhaskararaman, and others for alleged corruption. This case involves the approval granted in 2011 by the Ministry of Home Affairs for the re-use of visas for Chinese experts working on the thermal project at M/s TSPL in Punjab, raising […]
Sabarimala Ayyappa temple has got S. Arun Kumar Namboothiri as its new chief priest, while Vasudevan Namboothiri will serve as chief priest of the Malikappuram Devi temple. Selected through a lottery, both will begin their 1-year terms on Nov 16, coinciding with the start of the 2024-25 Mandalam-Makaravilakku pilgrimage season. Kumar will be the 16th […]
The 2024 India Bike Week, celebrating its eleventh year, will take place in Vagator, Goa on December 6th and 7th. This year’s theme is ‘Everyone as One,’ featuring motorcycle brands like Harley-Davidson and Kawasaki, alongside newcomers like Brixton. The event will include a flat-track race with the Harley-Davidson X440 flat-track racer, crafted by Rajputana Customs.
The Supreme Court on Thursday rejected a petition requesting a halt to Nayab Singh Saini’s swearing-in ceremony as Haryana’s Chief Minister in Chandigarh. The bench stated that it cannot halt an elected government from taking an oath. The bench further warned the petitioner about the possibility of incurring costs.
With the launch of ‘Akhanda 2,’ Nandamuri Balakrishna joins Prabhas and Allu Arjun in the elite club of actors doing sequels. This marks Balakrishna’s first sequel in his 50-year career, suggesting he found compelling relevance in the script. Prabhas has successfully led the way with ‘Baahubali’ and is set for ‘Salaar 2,’ while Allu Arjun […]
President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to unveil his “victory plan” for Ukraine to NATO defense ministers in Brussels on Thursday, coinciding with the upcoming US elections. Emphasizing his call for increased Western support, Zelensky will also present his proposal at a nearby EU leaders’ summit. NATO chief Mark Rutte will join him for a press […]
In 2023, South Korea reported 3,661 “lonely deaths,” up from 3,559 the previous year, with middle-aged and elderly men comprising over half of the cases. The term “kodoksa” refers to deaths occurring in social isolation. The report highlights the need for policies addressing solitary deaths to align with suicide prevention efforts, especially for younger individuals [&he...
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a plea seeking a time-bound restoration of J&K’s statehood. Senior advocate Gopal Sankaranarayanan, representing petitioners Zahoor Ahmad Bhat and Khurshaid Ahmad Malik, requested an urgent hearing before a bench led by CJI DY Chandrachud. The plea follows a previous judgment emphasizing a time-bound restoration of statehood.
Hyundai India and the ‘Samarth’ initiative marked its first anniversary on Thursday, celebrating achievements in supporting the specially abled. Launched in 2023 with Shah Rukh Khan, the program introduced accessible car accessories, wheelchair-friendly showrooms, and NGO partnerships. The event honored seven Paralympians and announced the Samarth Hero Awards.
Triumph Motorcycles India has introduced a new color option, ‘Pearl Metallic White,’ for the Scrambler 400X, joining the existing Phantom Black/Silver Ice, Carnival Red, and Matte Khaki Green. Priced at ₹2.64 lakh (ex-showroom), it retains its 398 cc engine with 39.5 bhp. Key features include switchable ABS and traction control, competing with Yezdi Scrambler and […]
Govt has selected eight AI projects from leading Indian institutions to promote ethical AI development under the IndiaAI Mission. These projects address themes such as Machine Unlearning, AI Bias Mitigation, and Explainable AI. With over 2,000 proposals received, the initiative aligns with the govt’s vision for inclusive growth and aims to enhance India’s leadership in […]
Chiranjeevi fans are disappointed as “Vishwambhara” will not release during the Sankranthi 2024 season, being postponed to accommodate Ram Charan’s “Game Changer.” The delay is attributed to dissatisfaction with the film’s VFX, which both Chiranjeevi and viewers found lacking. Chiranjeevi has reportedly requested director Vassistha to improve the graphics, se...
Opposition leaders criticized Canadian PM Justin Trudeau for admitting his govt had intelligence inputs, not concrete proof, against India in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed labeled Trudeau a joke, while TMC MP Saket Gokhale condemned his hypocrisy and criticized the ‘Five Eyes’ alliance for supporting Canada’s alle...
A Bangladeshi court on Thursday issued an arrest warrant for exiled ex-PM Sheikh Hasina, who fled to India in Aug after being ousted by a student-led revolution. Chief prosecutor Mohammad Tajul Islam stated that Hasina must appear in court on Nov 18. Her 15-year tenure was marked by serious human rights violations, including mass detentions […]