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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.
Karnataka High Court granted relief to the husband of actor Ranya Rao, Jatin Hukkeri, amid concerns about his potential arrest. Hukkeri moved the High Court, fearing that he might be arrested in connection with the ongoing gold smuggling case without adherence to Supreme Court directives. High Court ordered that no arrest should be made without […]
Fear of elephant attacks has overshadowed board exams at Gudaarvila Government High School in Munnar, Kerala. With a herd roaming nearby, the Forest Department’s Rapid Response Team (RRT) ensures safety by escorting teachers, and monitoring the area. Armed with necessary equipment, the RRT scares away elephants, allowing students to focus on their exams.
President Donald Trump criticized Canada as a “tariff abuser” after Ontario imposed a 25% electricity surcharge on three US states. He claimed the US no longer needs Canadian energy, lumber, or cars, vowing to end subsidies. Trump also declared the surcharge illegal and warned Canada of consequences.
The rescue operation at the Srisailam Left Tunnel site is in full swing on the 18th day, Tuesday. The rescue team discovered a body in front of the Tunnel Boring Machine on Sunday and the search for the other seven victims is ongoing. The Anvi Robot team reached the tunnel with the robots at the […]
Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai introduced the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, proposing a revamp of India’s immigration laws. The bill aims to enhance national security, regulate immigration, and enforce stricter penalties, replacing colonial-era laws like the Foreigners Act, 1946, and the Passport Act, 1920.