Veteran Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh has often spoken about nurturing young talent, but a recent revelation by his father Yograj Singh has shed light on just how hands-on and firm his mentorship has been — especially with rising star Abhishek Sharma, who recently etched his name into IPL history. In a conversation with CricketNext, Yograj Singh shared how his son had to discipline Abhishek, who once led a carefree lifestyle full of late nights and distractions. “Late-night parties..

A shootout erupted Monday afternoon in downtown Houston near a family courthouse, injuring a veteran deputy and a male suspect, both of whom are now in stable condition, according to authorities. The incident began around 12:20 p.m. when deputies received a report of a man brandishing a weapon while walking from the Harris County Civil Courthouse toward the nearby Family Law Center, said Carl Shaw, Assistant Chief Deputy of the Harris County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office, during a press

In the quiet town of Vadakara in Kerala, a remarkable woman continues to defy both age and convention. Meenakshi Raghavan, affectionately known as Meenakshi Amma, is 82 years old and still going strong as a master and teacher of Kalaripayattu – India’s oldest martial art. In a world where retirement is often expected at her age, Amma has no such intentions. "I'll probably practise Kalari until the day I die," she says, her voice brimming with quiet determination and

As the summer heat intensifies across India, staying cool and hydrated becomes a top priority for many households. While most of us rush to load our pantries with fresh fruits, summer veggies, and cooling drinks, we often forget about an equally important area of our homes—the kitchen. The combination of rising temperatures, humidity, and grease can quickly turn this space into an unmanageable, unhygienic zone, attracting pests and raising food safety concerns. But there's a solutio

Following India’s disappointing 3-1 series loss in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, the Indian cricket team finds itself embroiled in a fresh controversy off the field. Multiple post-series leaks have surfaced from the dressing room, revealing internal conflicts, coaching grievances, and alleged power struggles within the setup. In a swift response to this growing unrest, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is reportedly preparing to take decisive action, with

A growing number of international students across the United States have joined a federal lawsuit accusing the Trump administration of unlawfully revoking their student visas and abruptly terminating their records from the government’s Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) database. According to court filings, more than 130 students are now plaintiffs in the legal action, which alleges serious breaches of immigration protocol and due process. The original lawsuit was f

After nearly a decade of uninterrupted growth, the flow of Indian students to top international study destinations—Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom—has seen a significant and unexpected downturn in 2024. For the first time in over five years, all three countries have reported a simultaneous drop in student visa approvals for Indian applicants. The decline comes amidst changing immigration policies and growing domestic pressures in host countries, raising concerns amo

Singaporeans will head to the polls on May 3, 2025, for a landmark general election that will test Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s leadership amid increasing global economic uncertainty and domestic political shifts. This marks the first election under Wong, who succeeded Lee Hsien Loong, ending decades of leadership under the influential Lee family. The ruling People's Action Party (PAP), in power since 1959, is expected to retain its majority, but with growing opposition strength a

Former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli, once hailed as one of the most promising batters in the country and childhood friend of Sachin Tendulkar, is currently battling severe health issues and financial instability. The 52-year-old ex-India star, who played 104 ODIs and 17 Test matches, came into the public spotlight again in December 2024 after being hospitalized in Thane for urinary infections and severe cramps. Kambli was admitted to Akruti Hospital on December 21, 2024. His medical conditio

A controversial proposal by Donald Trump has drawn sharp criticism from constitutional scholars, legal analysts, and civil rights advocates after he suggested that U.S. citizens convicted of crimes should be deported to foreign countries, including El Salvador. The idea, mentioned during a recent meeting with El Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele, has been widely condemned as unconstitutional and without legal basis under existing immigration law. Trump, during his remarks, focused

A devastating small aircraft crash in New York state has claimed the lives of a prominent Indian-origin surgeon, her husband who was piloting the aircraft, and four other family members. The tragedy unfolded on Saturday when a Mitsubishi MU2B plane, en route to Columbia County Airport from Westchester Airport, went down during a second landing attempt. The accident occurred approximately 200 kilometers from New York City, close to the Massachusetts border. The deceased have been i

As immigration concerns and political unpredictability in the United States intensify, Britain—particularly London—is increasingly becoming a preferred destination for not only global travellers and academics but also for vibrant artistic talent. Recent trends highlight a noticeable drop in the number of British citizens traveling to the US, while simultaneously showcasing a surge in visibility and success of Indian-origin actors on the West End stage The drop in Briti

A federal judge has declined a request to block immigration enforcement operations at religious institutions, marking a significant development in the ongoing legal battle over the balance between national immigration policy and religious freedom. The ruling was delivered by U.S. District Judge Dabney Friedrich in Washington, D.C., who determined that the plaintiffs—over two dozen religious organizations representing Christian and Jewish communities—did not demonstrate sufficient gro

India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today delivered a forward-looking and comprehensive address at the convocation ceremony of the 80th Staff Course at the Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) in Wellington. Stressing the importance of modernization, jointness, and preparedness, he urged the armed forces to be technologically empowered and resilient in facing evolving multi-domain threats in the current global security landscape. With 479 officers attending the 80th Staff Course, in

In a controversial move stirring legal and political debate, President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed an executive order targeting Houston-based law firm Susman Godfrey, the firm that previously led high-profile defamation lawsuits against Fox News and MyPillow founder Mike Lindell over false 2020 election claims. The order, issued from Trump’s office, directs federal agencies to terminate contracts with Susman Godfrey, citing its alleged engagement in “activities detrimental to

Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath has sounded a timely caution amid ongoing market volatility, warning that a sharp and prolonged crash in the Indian stock market could result in long-lasting consequences for investor sentiment. Drawing parallels with the aftermath of the 2008 global financial crisis, Kamath posted on social media platform X, stating, “By the way, if markets fall sharply, investors might stay out of the market for years—just like they did after 2008.” Kama

In a significant judgment, the Telangana High Court on Tuesday upheld the death penalty awarded to five top operatives of the banned terror outfit Indian Mujahideen, who were convicted in connection with the 2013 twin bomb blasts in Hyderabad’s Dilsukhnagar that left 18 people dead and 131 injured. The blasts were among the deadliest terror attacks in the city’s recent history. A division bench of the High Court dismissed the appeals filed by the convicts, thereby affirming the ve

A growing wave of visa cancellations is sweeping through international student communities in the United States, raising alarm among students, universities, and civil rights advocates. According to a report by the Associated Press, international students—especially those from India—are facing heightened scrutiny, with some losing their student visas over issues as minor as traffic violations or social media activity. In a troubling shift, several top US universities including Harv

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu continues to strengthen his reputation as a development-oriented leader by aligning state priorities with national strategic interests. As part of the broader vision of progress and security, Andhra Pradesh is now set to host one of India’s most ambitious defense projects — a new naval base near Visakhapatnam that will house nuclear submarines and advanced warships. This major defense initiative is being developed under Project Varsha and is poi

India’s wealthiest individuals faced a massive financial hit in Monday’s stock market crash, which saw billions of dollars wiped off global markets. Along with retail investors and institutional players, some of the country’s most prominent business leaders—Mukesh Ambani, Gautam Adani, Savitri Jindal & family, and Shiv Nadar—collectively lost over $10 billion in personal wealth. The losses were reported based on Forbes’ real-time billionaire tracker, which