As the United States celebrates its 249th Independence Day, it’s not only a time for fireworks and patriotic festivities, but also a chance to reflect on the global web of events that shaped the birth of the most powerful modern democracy. While the American Revolutionary War is often remembered as a fight led by George Washington against British colonialism, few remember how the economic and geopolitical struggles of another region—India—played an indirect

Shubman Gill's stellar performance on Day 1 of the second Test against England at Edgbaston, Birmingham, has made headlines. The Indian Test captain and opening batter scored a century, adding several impressive feats to his cricketing career. With his brilliant knock, Gill became just the second Indian captain, after batting legend Virat Kohli, to score a hundred at Edgbaston in a Test match. Gill's remarkab

India’s team management is facing scrutiny as opinions divide over player selections for the second Test against England. The focus has shifted to Kuldeep Yadav, a talented left-arm wrist spinner who has struggled to cement his place in India's Test squad despite his undeniable ability. Following Ravichandran Ashwin's retirement, the expectation was that Kuldeep would get more opportunities, but that hasn’t materialized yet, and some believ

China has acknowledged that the longstanding border dispute with India remains "complicated" and will require time to resolve. However, the Chinese Foreign Ministry expressed readiness to engage in discussions on delimiting the border and maintaining peace in the border areas. This statement came in response to remarks made by Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during his meeting with Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun in Qingdao on June 26, 2025,

Ayush Shetty, the promising young Indian shuttler, secured his first-ever BWF World Tour title with a commanding victory in the men’s singles final of the US Open Super 300. Shetty, 20, triumphed over Canada’s Brian Yang in straight games, 21-18, 21-13, in 47 minutes. The win ended India’s title drought for the season and capped off an impressive week, including a remarkable comeback victory over top seed Chou Tien Chen in the semifinals. Thi

India's head coach, Gautam Gambhir, faced tough questions following the team’s loss to England in the opening Test of their series. The defeat sparked discussions about the team’s under-performance, particularly the lack of contributions from the lower-order players. Gambhir, however, chose to defend his team’s efforts and refused to blame any individual or group for the loss. In the post-match

India’s defeat to England at Headingley in the first Test of the five-match series has sparked some debate, especially regarding the performance of Jasprit Bumrah. The pacer’s brilliant five-wicket haul in the first innings was overshadowed by his lack of impact in the second innings, where he failed to take a wicket as England comfortably chased down 371 runs. However, despite questions surrounding Bumrah’s effectiveness and fitness, India&r

Novo Nordisk has launched its groundbreaking weight-loss drug, Wegovy, in India. This semaglutide-based injection promises to help individuals tackle obesity and related heart risks, offering a solution to India's growing health concerns. Available as a once-weekly injection, Wegovy works by mimicking the body's natural GLP-1 hormone, which regulates hunger, reduces cravings, and helps control blood sugar. Clinical trials have shown that Wegovy can res

On the eve of his debut as India’s Test captain, Shubman Gill met the press at Headingley, Leeds, ahead of the first of five Tests against England. Calm, composed, and quietly confident, the 25-year-old exuded a sense of readiness that belied his relative inexperience in red-ball captaincy. Gill, appointed as India's 37th Test captain, now leads a young squad without the likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma,

India pacer Mukesh Kumar caused a stir on social media after posting a cryptic Instagram story just two days ahead of India’s first Test against England. On June 18, Kumar shared the message “Karma is unforgiving” without elaborating on its meaning. The post quickly went viral, leading to widespread speculation about his frustration over being left out of the Test squad for the England tour. Kumar,

England star Jos Buttler has praised Shubman Gill’s leadership qualities, saying the young Indian cricketer is poised to be a perfect combination of former Test captains Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Gill has been handed the reins of India’s Test team following Rohit’s retirement and will lead the side in the high-stakes five-match series against England starting June 20, 2025. Buttler, who played u

A man from Fremont, California has defied the odds by surviving more than nine days alone in the harsh and remote Himalayan terrain after suffering multiple injuries during a solo hike. Samuel Vengrinovich, who holds dual citizenship with the United States and Israel, had been reported missing after failing to return from a trek in the mountains of northern India. His story of endurance and survival has not only stunned his family and friends but has also inspired many people who have since s

Meta Platforms has announced Arun Srinivas as its new India Head, a move expected to strengthen the company’s position in one of its fastest-growing markets. The decision comes amid the surge in digital advertising in India and Meta’s expanding user base across its platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. With a strong background in FMCG, tech, and private equity, Srinivas brings a blend of strategic vision and operational expertise to the

India has officially stepped into the world of franchise rugby with the launch of its first-ever Rugby Premier League (RPL), a new Rugby Sevens format tournament featuring international and domestic stars. The inaugural season began at the Andheri Sports Complex in Mumbai and will continue through June 29. This professional competition comes at a time when Indian sports fans are saturated with constant cricket action and are eager for a fresh alternative.

West Indies white-ball skipper Shai Hope has been recalled to the national Test squad for the upcoming three-match series against Australia, beginning June 25 in Bridgetown. The announcement came on Tuesday as part of a 16-member squad named for the 2025–27 ICC World Test Championship cycle. Hope, who last played Test cricket in 2021, returns on the back of consistent performances in limited-overs formats. The

As Indian cricket transitions into a new era, Shubman Gill is set to lead the national Test side for the first time in the upcoming five-match series against England, starting June 20 at Headingley. With the recent retirements of stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, all eyes are now on the 25-year-old opener, who will take charge of a young and evolving Indian squad. Ahead of the high-profile tour, Gill opened up about the leadership challenge and the uncer

In a significant diplomatic development, Pakistan’s attempt to interfere with an Indian parliamentary delegation’s visit to Malaysia has been firmly rejected by Kuala Lumpur. Citing “Islamic solidarity,” the Pakistani embassy had urged Malaysian authorities to cancel engagements planned by the Indian delegation. However, Malaysian officials ignored Islamabad’s appeal, and the Indian delegation’s full itinerary proceeded as s

India has urged the United States to ensure that student visa applications from Indian nationals are processed on merit and without unnecessary delays. This appeal follows growing unease among Indian students over recent changes to US visa regulations, which many fear could disrupt their academic plans just as they prepare for the upcoming academic semester. A spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs acknowledged the United States’ sovereign right to grant or deny v

India’s foreign secretary Vikram Misri concluded a three-day visit to the United States on Thursday, where he led discussions on a broad range of strategic issues including trade, defence, and critical technologies. The visit marked a continued deepening of bilateral ties, with both nations reaffirming their shared commitment to shaping a forward-looking partnership suited for the evolving global landscape. During his visit, the foreign secretary engaged in high-level meetin

India has confirmed that over a thousand of its nationals have been deported or have voluntarily returned from the United States since January 2025, amid intensified immigration enforcement. The Ministry of External Affairs revealed this during a recent press briefing, highlighting cooperation between the two countries on migration-related issues. According to the ministry spokesperson, around 62% of these individuals returned on commercial flights. The rest were likely deported t