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BCCI announced India’s squad for the three-match ODI series against New Zealand. Shubman Gill will captain, with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli included. Hardik Pandya is rested for workload management, while Shreyas Iyer awaits fitness clearance. Key players include KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, and Arshdeep Singh among others.
January 3 holds special importance as the New Year in Mahayana Buddhism. Devotees observe the day with prayers, meditation, and acts of compassion, seeking inner peace. Temples host special rituals, while followers reaffirm their commitment to Buddhist teachings and harmony. The occasion symbolizes fresh beginnings and the pursuit of enlightenment in life.
Baking soda and baking powder both create lift but work differently. Baking soda reacts quickly with acidic ingredients, giving fast rise and browning, while baking powder works in stages for neutral batters, ensuring even structure. Some recipes use both for balanced lift. Correct use avoids bitterness, collapsed centres, and uneven browning, making baking delicious.
The husband of a woman who has accused Palakkad MLA Rahul Mamkootathil of rape has filed a complaint with Kerala’s Chief Minister and Director General of Police (DGP). He alleges that he has experienced cyber harassment, threats, and intimidation, and claims that the MLA has disrupted their family life through an illicit relationship.
Maintaining heart health during winter requires regular physical activity. Experts suggest opting for indoor workouts and avoiding sudden, intense routines. Simple, moderate exercises for 15 to 20 minutes daily are sufficient to support cardiac health. Combining light exercise with yoga and pranayama can further improve circulation and overall heart function.
‘Border 2’, the sequel to the iconic war film ‘Border’, revisits the emotional backdrop of the India-Pakistan conflict. Featuring Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, and Diljit Dosanjh, the film unveiled its song ‘Ghar Kab Aoge’, capturing the silent pain. The song has struck a chord with audiences ahead of the film’s scheduled theatrical release on January [&hel...
Ahead of the ODI series against New Zealand beginning January 11, BCCI announcement is expected shortly. Reports suggest Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer are set to make a return to the squad, while top pacer Mohammed Shami is also likely to be included. Wicketkeeper Ishan Kishan is tipped to earn selection, possibly replacing Rishabh Pant […]
AIMSA appealed to External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to safeguard nearly 3,000 Indian medical students studying there. The association urged emergency helplines, timely advisories, and evacuation plans. Students and families face anxiety due to unrest, with widespread protests, clashes, and threats to safety across multiple Iranian cities.
President Donald Trump announced that US forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife in a large-scale strike, flying them out of the country. The operation was conducted in coordination with US law enforcement. Trump confirmed the mission on social media and said he would provide further details at a Mar-a-Lago news conference.
Devdutt Padikkal has been delivering standout performances in domestic cricket. His consistency, coupled with an impressive average and strike rate in the ODI format, has caught the attention of selectors and analysts alike. If Padikkal maintains his current form, experts believe his inclusion in India squad for international series is only a matter of time.
A water contamination outbreak in Indore’s Bhagirathpura has killed six and hospitalized over 200, forcing residents to rely on costly bottled water. Distrust in municipal taps has grown after years of complaints, while authorities are chlorinating pipelines and running awareness campaigns. Residents and stall owners now prefer bottled water for safety.
‘The Raja Saab,’ starring Prabhas, will hit theaters on Jan 9, with paid premieres on Jan 8 in India. Directed by Maruthi, the film’s final runtime is 175 minutes, under three hours, shorter than earlier reports of over three hours. Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, and Riddhi Kumar star alongside Sanjay Dutt and Boman Irani.
Hyderabad’s 2025 fire accident report highlights a worrying rise in fire hazards across the city. Officials recorded 835 fire incidents during the year, resulting in property losses exceeding ₹32 crore. Among all incidents, the blaze at Gulzar House near Charminar, within GHMC limits, stood out as the most tragic, drawing attention to fire preparedness.
Telangana Assembly passed a bill scrapping the two child norm for local body elections. Minister Danasari Anasuya Seethakka said the rule, introduced in 1994, is outdated as rural fertility has fallen to 1.7. The amendment to the Panchayat Raj Act aims to raise replacement levels, address long term demographic risks, and enable conduct of polls.
Delhi Police arrested over 130 people, including travel agents and facilitators, in 2025 for visa and passport fraud across the country. The IGI Airport unit also launched financial probes to trace proceeds of crime, uncovering links to organised criminal networks. More than 100 bank accounts linked to suspicious transactions were frozen during the crackdown.