In the thrilling first Test between India and Bangladesh, Jasprit Bumrah has continued to showcase his exceptional bowling skills, leaving Bangladesh reeling at 112/8. Following a brief but decent partnership, wicket-keeper batter Litton Das and veteran Shakib Al Hasan succumbed to the pressure, both falling to Ravindra Jadeja, who is proving to be a key player in this match. Earlier in the innings, India had a strong showing with Ravichandran Ashwin scoring a remarkable 113 runs an

Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently announced a strategic move to reduce the number of international study permits granted to foreign students, aiming to curb the rising population of temporary residents in the country. As part of this initiative, the government will decrease the number of study permits by 35% this year, with plans for an additional 10% cut next year. This decision underscores the government's intent to crack down on abuses of the immigration system.

HDFC Bank Ltd, India's largest private sector lender, is set to sell ₹9,062.38 crore worth of car loans, amounting to 1,08,711 loans, as part of its strategy to address its increasing credit-deposit ratio. The bank will execute this sale using a financial instrument known as 'pass-through certificates' (PTCs), which provide fixed income to holders from a pool of assets like loans. According to insiders, this transaction may represent the largest PTC sale in India to date.

In the ongoing 1st Test between India and Bangladesh, Hasan Mahmud has put on an impressive display, claiming his fourth wicket by dismissing Rishabh Pant for 39 runs. His fiery bowling has created significant trouble for the Indian batting lineup. Following Pant's exit, wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has joined Yashasvi Jaiswal at the crease, who is currently standing strong and has reached his half-century. With India at four wickets down, both Rahul and Jaiswal are focused on b

The Union Cabinet has given the green light to the controversial 'One Nation, One Election' initiative, which aims to conduct simultaneous Lok Sabha and Assembly elections across India. This decision follows the acceptance of a report by a panel led by former President Ram Nath Kovind. The panel emphasized the need for synchronized polls, stating that doing so would streamline the electoral process and optimize resources. Despite the backing from the ruling Bharatiya Janata

Benchmark equity indices experienced a decline, snapping a two-day winning streak as market participants adopted a cautious approach ahead of the highly anticipated interest rate cut from the US Federal Reserve. This would mark the first rate cut since 2020, following a series of eight consecutive meetings where rates remained unchanged. The India VIX, a measure of market volatility, increased by 6.2%, closing at 13.37. Information technology stocks significantly impacted the indice

E-commerce giant Amazon has appointed Samir Kumar as the new Country Manager for India, effective October 1, following the resignation of Manish Tiwary. Kumar, a 25-year veteran of Amazon, will take over operational responsibilities while continuing to lead consumer businesses in the Middle East, South Africa, and Turkey. This leadership transition comes as Amazon emphasizes the significance of the Indian market in its global strategy. Kumar joined Amazon in 1999 and played a pivota

Title and Overview: Defending champions India achieved a hard-fought 1-0 victory over hosts China to clinch their fifth Asian Champions Trophy title. The final, held amidst intense competition, saw India’s perseverance and strategic play ultimately lead them to triumph. Match Highlights: Despite a challenging match where India struggled to penetrate the Chinese defense in the first three quarters, the breakthrough c

Introduction to the Proposal: The concept of 'One Nation One Election' has garnered significant attention under the NDA government. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has previously noted that frequent elections impact economic development negatively. Building on this, Union Minister Amit Shah has confirmed the government's intention to implement this reform by the end of their third term, potentially starting in 2029. Detai

Gavaskar’s Caution Ahead of Bangladesh Series: Legendary Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has issued a word of caution to Rohit Sharma’s squad regarding the upcoming two-Test series against Bangladesh. Gavaskar highlighted that Bangladesh, fresh from a historic 2-0 series victory in Pakistan, is a formidable opponent. The series will start with the first Test at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai from September 19-23, followed by the second Test at

Gautam Gambhir, a celebrated figure in Indian cricket, has worn many hats throughout his career—as a key player in World Cup victories, a successful IPL captain, and now, as the coach of the Indian cricket team. His straightforward and impactful approach is well-regarded, and a recent anecdote from domestic cricketer Manan Vohra highlights how Gambhir’s philosophy has influenced players. In a candid conversation shared on Taruwar Kohli’s YouTube channel, Vohra reco

In a notable development in Indian politics, the Supreme Court has granted bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. The decision marks a significant moment in the ongoing investigation into allegations of corruption linked to the Delhi excise policy of 2021-22. Kejriwal, who has been in judicial custody since his arrest by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on June 26, 2024, had previously been granted interim bail by the Supreme Court in a related money laundering case investigat

India's retail inflation saw a slight increase in August 2024, rising to 3.65% from 3.54% in July, as reported by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. Despite this marginal rise, the inflation rate remains at its lowest level in nearly five years, a position it last reached in September 2019. This uptick was driven primarily by a significant rise in vegetable prices, which soared by 10.7% compared to a 6.8% increase the previous year. The Consumer Price Index

Rescue of Indian Nationals: Forty-five Indian citizens who were illegally inducted into the Russian army and forced to fight in the Ukraine conflict have been rescued and discharged from military service, according to the Indian Ministry of External Affairs. The rescue operation was part of ongoing efforts to address the plight of Indian nationals who had been misled into joining the Russian military. The Ministry also reported that fifty more Indi

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has provided an update on the ongoing disengagement process between India and China, revealing that approximately 75% of the boundary issues have been resolved. Speaking in Geneva at the Global Centre for Security Policy, Jaishankar highlighted the progress made but also pointed out the persistent challenges, notably the increasing militarization of the frontier. Jaishankar discussed the lasting impact of the Galwan Valley clashes in June 2020

In a spectacular display of hockey, India overwhelmed Malaysia with an 8-1 victory in their Asian Champions Trophy 2024 match. The game was highlighted by Rajkumar Pal’s exceptional hat-trick performance, with his goals coming in each of the first three quarters. Alongside him, Araijeet Singh Hundal contributed significantly, scoring two goals—one in the first quarter and another in the third. Their combined efforts showcased India's attacking prowess and tactical superiority.

Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, who lost his diplomatic passport following recent election results, faced a significant legal hurdle in securing a new passport. Initially, his request for a 5-year regular passport was denied by the Vijayawada special court, which issued a passport valid for just one year. Displeased with this decision, Jagan canceled his planned trip to London and chose to challenge the court's ruling at the AP High Court. In a recent

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has voiced strong opinions about Rishabh Pant’s cricket career and the state of international cricket. Ganguly lauded Pant’s return to the Test side following a serious car accident in December 2022. Pant is expected to make a significant impact in the upcoming Test against Bangladesh starting on September 19. Ganguly considers Pant one of India's finest Test batsmen and believes he could become an all-time great if he continues his impressi

Rahul Gandhi, the Congress leader, made headlines with his recent comments during a press interaction in Washington, D.C. He raised allegations about the fairness of the Indian general elections, suggesting that they were not conducted in a “fair and square manner.” According to Gandhi, if the elections had been conducted fairly, the BJP would not have secured more than 240 parliamentary seats. He also accused the Election Commission of bias, claiming that the Congress party faced

The recent order by the Telangana High Court has stirred significant public interest regarding the political integrity of MLAs who have defected from the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) to the Congress party. The court has directed the Assembly Speaker’s office to make a decision on the status of these MLAs, who include prominent figures such as Hyderabad MLA Danam Nagender, Station Ghanpur MLA Kadiyam Srihari, and Bhadrachalam MLA Tellam Venkat Rao. The petition, filed by BRS MLAs Koushik