In a moment that perfectly captured the spirit of modern Test cricket, England captain Ben Stokes was seen bursting into laughter after Rishabh Pant fearlessly charged down the pitch and belted him for a straight boundary off just his second delivery during Day 1 of the India vs England 1st Test at Headingley. Pant, who…
In a major boost for England’s pace attack, Mark Wood has revealed he is targeting a return for the fifth and final Test of the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy against India. The express pacer, who underwent knee surgery in March following a medial ligament injury during the 2025 Champions Trophy, has officially resumed light bowling and…
Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has stirred excitement among cricket fans with a bold prediction ahead of Day 2 of the India vs England 1st Test at Headingley. Responding to a nostalgic post by Sachin Tendulkar on X (formerly Twitter), Ganguly predicted that India could witness four centurions in the innings—drawing parallels to the iconic…
With the Bihar Assembly elections looming, the Congress party is recalibrating its electoral strategy by focusing on Muslim voters, marking its first major political test after Operation Sindoor. The state’s 17% Muslim population presents a crucial opportunity for the party to reclaim its traditional minority support base amid stiff competition from allies and rivals alike….
Former Bollywood actress Gayatri Joshi, best known for her role in Swades, has returned to the spotlight—this time not on the silver screen, but through a stunning video tour of her ₹400 crore luxury residence in Mumbai’s upscale Three Sixty West tower. The walkthrough, hosted by real estate YouTuber Enes Yilmazer, offers a rare glimpse…
A humble kitchen remedy is making waves in the wellness world—okra water infused with turmeric. This simple yet powerful drink is being hailed as a natural elixir for everything from blood sugar regulation to achieving the coveted “Korean glass skin” look. Backed by nutritionists and traditional wisdom, this concoction is gaining popularity for its anti-inflammatory,…
While chia seeds have long been hailed as a nutritional powerhouse, a leading Harvard-trained gastroenterologist is now urging people to rethink how they consume them. Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist trained at Harvard, Stanford, and AIIMS, warns that eating chia seeds dry may do more harm than good—causing bloating, cramping, or even choking in rare…
Biopharmaceutical major Biocon Ltd. has successfully raised ₹4,500 crore through a Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP)—its first equity fundraising since its 2004 IPO—by issuing 13.63 crore equity shares at ₹330 apiece. The QIP saw overwhelming participation from leading domestic mutual funds and insurance companies, reinforcing investor confidence in Biocon’s long-term growth strategy. 💼 Key Institutional Investors…
As Sikkim celebrates 50 years of statehood, the Himalayan state has placed environmental conservation at the heart of its golden jubilee celebrations through the ambitious ‘Connect to Earth’ campaign. Launched in 2023 by Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang, the initiative underscores Sikkim’s commitment to sustainable development, biodiversity protection, and community-led climate action. 🌱 Green Milestones…
In a remarkable blend of tradition and innovation, women from Self-Help Groups (SHGs) across Tripura are transforming bamboo weaving—a centuries-old craft—into a thriving eco-friendly jewellery business, earning national recognition and empowering rural communities. 🌿 Aakanksha: Branding Sustainability Under the ‘Aakanksha’ brand, supported by NITI Aayog’s Aspirational Blocks Programme, these handcrafted bamboo ornaments are now reaching…
In a groundbreaking move for India’s climate action and rural development, the Meghalaya government has disbursed the country’s highest-ever carbon payments to farmers under the MegCare (Meghalaya Carbon Agroforestry for Community Resilience and Ecosystems) program. This marks a major milestone in India’s voluntary carbon market and positions Meghalaya as a leader in community-driven climate resilience….
In a strategic move to deepen its presence in India’s premium craft spirits market, Diageo India, through its subsidiary United Spirits Ltd (USL), has announced the full acquisition of Nao Spirits & Beverages, the homegrown maker of award-winning gin brands Greater Than and Hapusa, in a deal valued at ₹110 crore. 🥃 Deal Structure and…
In a strategic move to scale its operations, OYO-owned co-working startup Innov8 has sold a 3% stake at a valuation of ₹1,000 crore, signaling strong investor confidence in India’s booming flexible workspace sector. The latest funding round was led by the Raymond Family Office, which acquired nearly 2% equity, according to sources. 🏢 Expansion Amid…
Global private equity firm VerlInvest has reaffirmed its bullish stance on India, citing the country’s significantly higher investment returns compared to its global portfolio. Speaking to Moneycontrol, Arjun Anand, Managing Director and Head of Asia at VerlInvest, revealed that India now accounts for 20% of the firm’s global assets under management (AUM), with returns that…
Productivity software giant Notion is doubling down on its India strategy, with co-founder Akshay Kothari calling the country the company’s “next major growth market”. In a recent interview, Kothari highlighted India’s rapid user adoption, especially among young professionals and startup unicorns, and outlined plans to enhance performance, localize payments, and expand R&D operations. 🇮🇳 Why…
Pranav Adani, Director of Adani Enterprises, has emphasized that India’s true growth potential lies beyond its capital cities, calling for a renewed focus on the country’s heartland regions like Ranchi, Raipur, Bhubaneswar, and the Northeast. Speaking at the first Foundation Day of the Chintan Research Foundation (CRF), Adani underscored the need for inclusive development to…
In a bold selection move, Australia have dropped Marnus Labuschagne from their playing XI for the first Test against West Indies, marking the first time in six years the prolific batter has been omitted from the Test side. The decision follows a prolonged dip in form, with Labuschagne averaging just 24.7 across 16 Tests since…
As England gears up for the high-stakes five-match Test series against India, former captain Nasser Hussain has issued a stark warning to head coach Brendon McCullum, suggesting that the Bazball philosophy is running out of time. With the first Test underway at Headingley, the spotlight is firmly on England’s aggressive red-ball approach and its long-term…
Highly-rated Indian batter Sai Sudharsan endured a nightmare start to his Test career, registering a four-ball duck on debut against England in the first Test of the Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy at Headingley. With this, he became the 30th Indian cricketer to be dismissed for zero in his maiden Test innings, joining the likes of Ravichandran Ashwin…
Former India cricketer and commentator Sanjay Manjrekar has stirred debate ahead of the India vs England 1st Test by excluding Shardul Thakur from his preferred playing XI. The five-match Test series, which marks the beginning of India’s 2025–27 World Test Championship cycle, kicked off at Headingley, Leeds on June 20. 🏏 Manjrekar’s XI: A Youthful…
In a significant development ahead of the upcoming Test series, South Africa’s World Test Championship-winning captain Temba Bavuma has been ruled out of the two-match Test series against Zimbabwe due to a left hamstring strain sustained during the WTC Final against Australia. 🏏 Keshav Maharaj Named Stand-In Captain With Bavuma sidelined, veteran spinner Keshav Maharaj…
Real Madrid’s star forward Kylian Mbappé has been hospitalized with acute gastroenteritis, raising serious concerns about his availability for the remainder of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. The 26-year-old Frenchman missed Madrid’s opening 1-1 draw against Al-Hilal and has now been ruled out of the group stage, including upcoming matches against Pachuca and RB…
In a landmark moment for Major League Soccer, Lionel Messi delivered a trademark free-kick to seal Inter Miami’s 2-1 victory over FC Porto in the FIFA Club World Cup, making the MLS side the first North American team to defeat a European club in an official FIFA competition. ⚽ Messi’s Magic Breaks Records 🏟️ Match…
Football legend Lionel Messi has offered a rare and candid insight into his long-standing rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo, clarifying that while the two are not friends, there is deep mutual respect between them. Speaking to DSports, the Inter Miami star emphasized that their iconic competition was always confined to the pitch and never spilled into…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Brigadier General Hennadiy Shapovalov as the new Commander of Ukraine’s Ground Forces, following the resignation of Mykhailo Drapatyi after a deadly Russian missile strike on a military training site in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. 🪖 Shapovalov’s Credentials and NATO Experience Shapovalov, 47, brings a wealth of experience to the role: President…
In a pointed rebuke, U.S. President Donald Trump has dismissed Russian President Vladimir Putin’s offer to mediate a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, urging him instead to focus on resolving Russia’s own war in Ukraine. “I said, ‘Do me a favor, mediate your own. Let’s mediate Russia first. You can worry about this later,’” Trump…
In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, an Iranian missile strike has severely damaged Israel’s prestigious Weizmann Institute of Science, prompting a leading scientist to describe the attack as a “moral victory for Iran.” The strike, which occurred early Sunday, caused extensive destruction to multiple laboratories but resulted in no casualties. 🧪 Symbolic Target: Israel’s Scientific…
At the prestigious Future Frontiers Forum hosted by the India Global Forum (IGF) in London, UK Minister of State for Science, Research and Innovation, Lord Patrick Vallance, hailed India’s rapid rise as a global science and technology leader. Speaking at the Science Museum, Vallance emphasized the need for deeper UK-India collaboration across frontier technologies, talent…
India has once again found itself at the top of the World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA) 2023 testing figures, recording the highest doping positivity rate among countries that conducted over 5,000 tests. With 214 Adverse Analytical Findings (AAFs) from 5,606 samples, India’s positivity rate stood at 3.8%, significantly higher than global sporting powerhouses like China (0.2%),…
Leading real estate developer Kalpataru Ltd is set to launch its much-anticipated ₹1,590 crore Initial Public Offering (IPO) from June 24 to June 26, following a robust performance in the housing and commercial segments. The Mumbai-based firm reported property sales worth ₹2,727.24 crore during April–December FY25, driven by strong demand across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region…
