At the 'Swavlamban 2024' seminar, Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi was captivated by the 'Vajra Shot,' an innovative hand-held anti-drone gun developed by Big Bang Boom Solutions. This cutting-edge technology has the capability to detect drones up to a range of four kilometers and can disrupt their communication systems, making it a vital tool for modern defense strategies. Ravi Kumar, representing Big Bang Boom Solutions at the exhibition, stated, &qu

In the ongoing second Test against New Zealand at Pune, the Indian cricket team is grappling with a significant challenge as they attempt to salvage the match. After giving up a first-innings lead of over 100 runs, the Rohit Sharma-led side has struggled to make inroads into New Zealand's batting lineup. Washington Sundar's exceptional seven-wicket haul restricted New Zealand to 259 runs, but India's response was underwhelming as they only managed to score 156 in their first innin

The first day of the second Test between India and New Zealand was a crucial one for the home team, coming on the heels of a loss in the first Test. In a bid to maintain their impressive form, India made three key changes to their lineup, bringing in Washington Sundar, Shubman Gill, and Akash Deep. Former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar commented on the changes, noting, "I don't see a lot of teams making three changes unless there are injury concerns. Washington Sundar's inclusion

Former Australian fast bowler Brett Lee has expressed strong support for Mayank Yadav to be included in India's squad for the upcoming Test series against Australia, particularly if seasoned pacer Mohammed Shami is unavailable. With India set to defend the Border-Gavaskar Trophy while aiming for a third consecutive World Test Championship final, questions loom over Shami's fitness after a prolonged absence from international cricket. Lee emphasized the significance of pace i

Justice Sanjiv Khanna has been officially appointed as the next Chief Justice of India, set to take office on November 11, 2024. The announcement, confirmed by Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, comes after receiving approval from President Droupadi Murmu. Justice Khanna, currently the second senior-most judge of the Supreme Court, will succeed CJI DY Chandrachud, who is retiring on November 10, 2024. This appointment follows the convention of the retiring Chief Justice recommending

In a significant setback for Prithvi Shaw's cricketing career, the opening batter has been excluded from Mumbai's Ranji Trophy squad. While the team management has not officially disclosed the reasons for his omission, reports suggest that concerns over his attitude towards fitness and discipline have led to this decision. The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) selection committee, which includes members such as Sanjay Patil, Ravi Thaker, and Jeetendra Thackeray, has reportedl

On Day 3 of the opening Test against New Zealand, India showcased a determined fight back, ending the day at 231 for 3, largely thanks to the efforts of Sarfaraz Khan and Virat Kohli, both of whom scored half-centuries. This comes after a challenging first innings for India, where they were bowled out for just 46 runs. New Zealand resumed the day on 180 for 3, ultimately posting a formidable total of 402, led by Rachin Ravindra's impressive century (134 runs). The Kiwis establis

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 historic shift for the Ashes series, Perth will host the first Test of the 2025-26 Ashes, ending Brisbane's nearly 40-year tradition of kicking off the Australia-England rivalry. The first Test is set to take place at Perth Stadium from November 21-25, 2025. This will be the inaugural Ashes Test at the new venue, which replaced the old WACA ground, last utilized in 2017. Following the Perth Test, the second match will be a day-night affair at Brisbane's Gabba, scheduled

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

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

In a stunning display of skill and determination, India's wicket-keeper batter Sanju Samson achieved a monumental milestone by scoring his maiden T20I century in the third and final T20I match against Bangladesh on Saturday. Samson reached the three-digit mark in the second-fastest time for an Indian, maintaining an aggressive approach throughout his innings. As he approached his hundred, Samson refused to slow down, hitting big shots even while

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

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

Australia is set to face Pakistan in a crucial Group A match at the Women's T20 World Cup 2024 in Dubai. The defending champions are riding high after a commanding 60-run victory over New Zealand in their previous encounter. Conversely, Pakistan comes into this match looking to bounce back after suffering a disappointing six-wicket defeat against arch-rivals India. For Pakistan, this match is vital as they aim to secure a significant win against Australia to keep their hopes of

In a shocking turn of events, the Pakistan cricket team scored a formidable 556 runs in their first innings during the Multan Test, only to suffer a crushing defeat by an innings and 47 runs against England. The visitors responded with a staggering 823/7 before declaring, marking a record-breaking innings in Test cricket history. This defeat made Pakistan the first team ever to lose a Test match by an innings after scoring over 500 runs in the first innings. The match was characteri

In a significant transition for the Tata Group, Noel Tata has been appointed Chairman of Tata Trusts, succeeding his half-brother Ratan Tata, who passed away at the age of 86 in a Mumbai hospital. Ratan Tata's death marks the end of an era for Indian business, where he transformed the Tata Group into a global powerhouse, reshaping the country’s industrial landscape. Noel Tata has been an influential figure within the Tata Group since he joined in the early 2000s. His appoi

England cricket star Joe Root made history on Day 2 of the first Test match against Pakistan in Multan by becoming the first batter to score 5000 runs in the World Test Championship (WTC). Root achieved this milestone after scoring 32 runs off 54 balls, including two fours. Coming into the match needing just 27 runs, he now holds a total of 5005 runs in 59 matches, outpacing Australia's Marnus Labuschagne, who is second with 3904 runs, and Steve Smith, who sits third with 3484 runs.

India's benchmark equity indices, the Nifty 50 and the Sensex, snapped their six-session losing streak on Tuesday, posting gains despite a downturn in most global markets. This rally was primarily driven by heavyweight stocks, including HDFC Bank Ltd., Infosys Ltd., and Reliance Industries Ltd., as investors await the outcome of the upcoming monetary policy committee meeting set for Wednesday. The Nifty 50 index closed up by 0.88%, or 217.40 points, ending the day at 25,013.15,