In a challenging start to the first Test against New Zealand, the Indian cricket team faced a dismal defeat, getting bundled out for a mere 46 runs—marking their third lowest score in Test history. After the first Test was washed out due to rain, the second day saw India’s batting lineup crumble under overcast conditions, much to the dismay of captain Rohit Sharma. Reflecting on the disastrous decision to bat first, Rohit admitted in the post-Day 2 press conference that

In a dazzling ceremony held at Famous Studios in Mumbai on October 16, 2024, Nikita Porwal from Madhya Pradesh was crowned Femina Miss India 2024. The 18-year-old, hailing from Ujjain, has already established herself in the realms of theater, storytelling, and advocacy. Her victory marks a significant milestone as she prepares to represent India at the prestigious Miss World competition. The event saw last year’s Miss India, Nandini Gupta, crowning Nikita, with actress Neha Dh

The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) has upheld the Department of Personnel and Training's (DoPT) directive for four IAS officers—Ronald Rose, Vani Prasad, Amrapali Kata, and Karuna Vakati—to transition from their positions in Telangana to the Andhra Pradesh government. Among these officers, Amrapali Kata, currently serving as the Commissioner of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC), is making a significant move back to AP after a short tenure. In

Jamshyd Godrej, Chairman of the CII-Sorabji Green Business Centre, has expressed confidence that India can emulate the remarkable economic growth that China experienced in recent decades. Speaking exclusively on Wednesday, Godrej emphasized that achieving such growth rates, similar to China's average GDP growth of 9.91% from 1979 to 2010, is within India's reach. However, he stressed the need for enhanced coordination between Indian industries and the government in policymaking.

The Supreme Court of India has taken significant steps in the ongoing investigation into the Tirumala laddu fiasco by constituting a Special Investigation Team (SIT). This team will comprise two officers from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), two officers from the Andhra Pradesh police, and one representative from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). In preparation for this SIT, the Andhra Pradesh police have put forward two names for consideration: Sar

The Indian government is reportedly unfazed by the escalating tensions with Canada, as indicated by sources within the Commerce Ministry. Officials emphasize that investments from Canada, particularly from public pension funds, are likely to persist, albeit through indirect channels. According to these sources, India remains an attractive market for investment, and funds will continue to flow, often routed via Singapore, Mauritius, or the Middle East. In terms of trade, India and Ca

India has formally raised its concerns regarding a significant increase in imports of silver products, platinum alloy, and dry dates from the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This plea was made during the second meeting of the joint committee under the India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), held in the UAE on October 14. The Indian delegation, led by Additional Secretary in the Department of Commerce Ajay Bhadoo, urged the UAE to ensure that trade rules are not circumvented

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially appointed Jasprit Bumrah as the vice-captain of the Indian Test team ahead of the series against New Zealand, while Rohit Sharma retains his role as captain. Bumrah, recognized as one of India's most vital players, has been integrated into the leadership group, even though he has limited captaincy experience. In a press conference before the first Test, Rohit Sharma spoke highly of Bumrah’s tactical understand

In a recent press conference ahead of the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru, India’s Test and ODI captain Rohit Sharma shared concerning news about pacer Mohammed Shami's rehabilitation. Addressing questions from the media, Rohit indicated that Shami is unlikely to travel with the team for the five-match Border-Gavaskar Test series in Australia due to fitness issues. Shami has been sidelined from cricket since the 2023 ODI World Cup, and despite previous optimism

Andhra Pradesh's road infrastructure has long been a point of contention, particularly during YS Jagan's administration, which faced widespread criticism for neglecting the state’s deteriorating road conditions. Despite public outcry and even criticism from visiting celebrities, Jagan and his ministers defended their record, leaving citizens frustrated with unsafe and poorly maintained roadways. This neglect contributed to a significant backlash in the 2024 general elections, wh

The Indian government has announced the withdrawal of its High Commissioner from Canada in response to allegations linking him and other diplomats to the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. This decision comes after Canadian authorities identified the Indian High Commissioner as a "person of interest" in their investigation. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) expressed a lack of faith in the Canadian government's ability to ensure the safety of Indian diplo

Ahead of India's three-match Test series against New Zealand, former wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel expressed strong confidence in the Rohit Sharma-led side's ability to triumph over any opponent in the longest format of the game. Since New Zealand defeated India in the 2021 World Test Championship final, India has rebounded impressively, reaching another final in 2023 and currently holding the top rank in Test cricket. The team is also coming off a dominant 2-0 series win over Ban

India's wholesale inflation experienced a notable increase in September, driven largely by rising food prices, as reported by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The Wholesale Price Index (WPI) climbed by 1.84% compared to 1.31% in August on a year-on-year basis. This uptick in inflation comes amidst a broader context of economic fluctuations. The inflation rate for manufactured products, which constitutes a significant portion of the index, saw a slower growth rate of 1% in

Team India suffered a surprising nine-run defeat to Australia in their final Group A match of the Women's T20 World Cup held in Sharjah on Sunday, significantly harming their chances of advancing to the semi-finals. The outcome now hinges on the result of the match between Pakistan and New Zealand, which will ultimately determine the fate of captain Harmanpreet Kaur and her team. In this crucial match, India restricted the defending champions to 151/8

The past week was significant in shaping India's economic narrative, marked by the death of industrialist Ratan Tata and shifts in monetary policy. Ratan Tata's Passing and Noel Tata's Appointment: India mourned the loss of Ratan Tata, the revered former chairman of Tata Sons, who passed away at 86. In a board meeting, Noel Tata was appointed as the new Chairman of Tata Trusts, a pivotal moment in the continuity of the Tata legacy. Noel, wh

Dussehra, also known as Vijaya Dashami, is celebrated annually to mark the triumph of good over evil, commemorating Lord Ram's victory over Ravana. This year, Dussehra will be observed on October 12, Saturday. Across India, various regions celebrate this festival with unique traditions and grandeur. Kullu, Himachal Pradesh: Known for its international Dussehra fair, Kullu hosts vibrant processions and culminates with the immersion of idols in the B

India's benchmark equity indices closed lower for a second consecutive week on Friday, as market sentiment was dampened by losses in major stocks such as Titan Co. and Tata Steel Ltd. On Friday, the Nifty index slipped by 0.10%, or 24.15 points, finishing at 24,974.3, while the Sensex declined by 0.22%, or 176.01 points, closing at 81,435.40. The decline was attributed to the performance of banking stocks and Tata Consultancy Services Ltd., which contributed significantly to the

An Air India Express flight, AXB 613, successfully landed at Tiruchirappalli airport after reporting a hydraulic failure shortly after takeoff. The flight, which was headed to Sharjah with 144 passengers on board, took off at 5:40 PM and experienced the technical snag soon after departure. Following the report of the hydraulic issue, the pilots were instructed to return to the airport. However, due to the aircraft being fully fueled, a precautionary landing was deemed inadvisable. T

India has strongly rejected Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's claims that there was a substantive discussion regarding the "safety of Canadians" during his brief encounter with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the ASEAN Summit in Laos. According to government sources, the two leaders only exchanged greetings and did not engage in any meaningful dialogue. In light of ongoing concerns regarding Khalistani activities in Canada, Indian foreign ministry sources reiter

The mutual fund industry in India reported net outflows of ₹71,114.08 crore for September 2024, as per the latest data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI). This decline follows a staggering 42.8% drop in August, where cumulative inflows into mutual funds were recorded at ₹1.08 lakh crore. Equity mutual funds saw a decline in inflows by 9.9% in September, totaling ₹34,419.26 crore, down from ₹38,239.16 crore in August. The net assets under management (AUM) of