The Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) has taken stern action against former Indian pacer S Sreesanth, suspending him for a period of three years following his remarks made in connection with the controversy surrounding Sanju Samson’s omission from the Indian squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy. The suspension was officially announced after a special General Body meeting held by the KCA on April 30 in Kochi. Sreesanth, who was part of India's victorious squads in both th

In a significant development affecting international aviation routes, many of the world’s leading airlines have begun voluntarily avoiding Pakistani airspace, even though they are not officially banned from using it. This move comes in response to the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, which have resulted in mutual airspace restrictions. While Indian and Pakistani carriers are officially barred from using each other’s airspace, several Western carriers are taking proa

 In the wake of the devastating terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives, tensions between India and Pakistan have reached a boiling point, prompting global reactions. The United States, a key diplomatic player in South Asia, has opted for a carefully measured approach, attempting to walk a diplomatic tightrope in order to maintain strategic neutrality while subtly leaning towards India's concerns over terrorism. While President Donald Trump’s administration has historicall

World Chess Champion D. Gukesh is set to lead Team India in an exciting five-board team match against Team USA, headlined by Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura. This high-stakes event titled "Checkmate: USA vs. India" will take place on October 4 at the Esports Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The match will bring together some of the top chess minds and influencers from both countries, blending elite competition with the energy of a globally watched event. Alongside Gukesh, Tea

 Apple is taking a major strategic step by shifting a significant portion of its iPhone production for the US market to India. The move, confirmed by CEO Tim Cook, is largely driven by economic factors, especially the sharp difference in tariff rates between goods produced in India and China. According to Cook, the cost of exporting iPhones from India to the United States is much lower due to the 10 percent tariff, compared to the far higher rate imposed on Chinese imports. While Apple cont

For 22 minutes, it seemed as though Barcelona’s dream of reaching the Champions League final was slipping away. But then, 17-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal stepped up with a moment of pure brilliance, sparking a spirited comeback as Barcelona fought back from two goals down to draw 3-3 against Inter Milan in the semi-final first leg at Camp Nou on Wednesday night. Inter Milan, last year’s finalists, looked dominant early on. Marcus Thuram and Denzel Dumfries each delive

In the days following the brutal terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed the lives of 26 civilians, India has launched an intense diplomatic campaign to spotlight Pakistan’s alleged involvement. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has been at the forefront of this effort, engaging with leaders and diplomats from around the world to build pressure and rally support. According to his public posts and government sources, Jaishankar has spoken to representat

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, in his first public remarks following the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, issued a stern warning to the perpetrators and reaffirmed the Indian government’s unwavering resolve to root out terrorism. Addressing an event in New Delhi today, Shah declared that those responsible for killing 26 civilians on April 22 would be “hunted down” and held accountable. The Home Minister was speaking at a ceremony to unveil a sta

Shikhar Dhawan, one of India’s most charismatic cricketers, has officially confirmed his relationship with Sophie Shine by sharing a romantic post on social media. The announcement was made on Thursday, May 1, and has since garnered widespread attention and gone viral across platforms. Sophie Shine, an Irish national and professional working in the financial sector, also posted a picture of herself with Dhawan. She captioned the photo with a simple yet heartfelt message: &ldqu

Yuzvendra Chahal brought IPL 2025 to life with a sensational performance on Wednesday, securing his second career hat-trick in the league during Punjab Kings’ clash with Chennai Super Kings. The 19th over at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium turned into a nightmare for CSK and a moment of magic for PBKS, as Chahal dismissed four batters in just six deliveries swinging the match and delivering a crushing blow to CSK’s playoff hopes. Among the many fans and cricket personalit

The Chennai Super Kings’ (CSK) Indian Premier League 2025 campaign came to a crushing end on Wednesday, as they became the first team to be officially knocked out of playoff contention following a four-wicket defeat to Punjab Kings (PBKS) at their home ground in Chennai. This exit marks a historic low point for the iconic franchise, led by MS Dhoni, as CSK have now missed the playoffs for two consecutive seasons something that has never happened in the team’s storied IPL journey.

Veteran emerging markets investor Mark Mobius has shifted nearly all of his investments into cash, citing ongoing global trade tensions and market uncertainty. In an interview with Bloomberg Television, Mobius said that he currently has around 95% of his funds in cash, declaring that “cash is king” as the global economy navigates unstable trade dynamics. Mobius, who has over three decades of experience investing across developing markets and co-founded Mobius Capital P

The Income Tax Department has officially released the Income Tax Return (ITR) forms 1 and 4 for the assessment year 2025–26, enabling individual taxpayers, Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs), and firms (excluding LLPs) with total income up to ₹50 lakh to begin filing their income tax returns. This marks the beginning of the tax season for income earned during the financial year April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. Taxpayers must submit their returns by the due date of July 31, 2025, to avoid l

The United States government has updated global visa appointment wait time estimates effective April 25, 2025. This update offers clarity for visa applicants by sharing both the average interview wait times from the previous month and the projected timeline for the next available appointment. These changes aim to help travelers and applicants better plan their schedules when applying for non-immigrant visas. In India, demand for U.S. visas remains high, particularly for tourism, b

In a landmark move with far-reaching political and social implications, the Government of India has announced that caste-based data will be included in the upcoming population census, scheduled for next year. The announcement was made by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw during a Cabinet briefing on Wednesday, marking a significant shift in national policy and fulfilling a long-standing demand by opposition parties. The decision to incorporate caste enumeration—a detailed account of vario

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has announced that the Indian men’s national football team will take on Thailand in an international friendly on June 4, 2025, as part of its preparation for the upcoming AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Final Round. The friendly match will be played at Thammasat Stadium in Thailand and will serve as a vital build-up to India’s Group C qualification fixture against Hong Kong-China, scheduled for June 10. The Blue Tigers, currently ranked 127th

Indian boxer and World Championship bronze medallist Gaurav Bidhuri has strongly responded to former Pakistani cricket captain Shahid Afridi following his controversial remarks on the recent Pahalgam terrorist attack, which claimed the lives of 26 civilians. Afridi’s comments, made during a television interview in Pakistan, questioned the efficiency of India’s security forces in Kashmir, sparking widespread outrage among Indians. Bidhuri's bold counterattack, defending India&#

Despite suffering a narrow 14-run defeat to Kolkata Knight Riders, Delhi Capitals’ young spin all-rounder Vipraj Nigam remains confident that his side will not only make the playoffs but also fight for a top-two finish in the IPL 2025 standings. The Capitals, who have now lost three games at home, fell short while chasing 205, but the mood in the camp remains optimistic. Speaking after the match, Nigam, who impressed with both bat

The Golden State Warriors are officially back in the NBA Playoffs, securing the No. 7 seed after a strong play-in victory and setting up a first-round showdown with a familiar postseason rival — the Houston Rockets, who hold the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference. This matchup rekindles one of the more competitive playoff rivalries in recent years, with Golden State previously besting Houston in all four playoff series between 2015 and 2019. Now, in 2025, the two sides are meeting for

India and Pakistan find themselves in a renewed phase of tension following a deadly terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam and a subsequent series of ceasefire violations across the International Border and the Line of Control (LoC). This recent spike in hostilities has cast a shadow over diplomatic relations, with a series of political, military, and humanitarian developments rapidly unfolding. On the intervening night of April 29 and 30, the Pakistan Army initiated unpr