“Bakwaas, Would You Treat Jasprit Bumrah The Same Way?” BCCI Selectors Blasted For Being ‘Disrespectful’ To Mohammed Shami

[ad_1] Is Mohammed Shami’s time in Indian colours over? The star fast bowler last played an international match in March 2025. Post the 2023 World Cup, where he ended as India’s highest wicket-taker, Shami has not got consistent opportunities. Injuries played their part, as did team combination. Shami was not picked for the […]

24K love for gold: Why is India obsessed with the yellow metal?

[ad_1] Once called the sone ki chidiya, India clearly never got over its gold fever. For desis, gold is not just a metal, rather it is rainy-day savings, wedding-season flex, family legacy and emotional support, all rolled into one shiny yellow package. Somewhere between these wedding seasons, festival offers and “bas thoda aur le lete […]

‘Eternal cities’: PM Modi finds ‘sambandh’ between Rome and Kashi in Italy address

[ad_1] PM Modi, counterpart Meloni at Colosseum NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi drew a cultural and spiritual connection between Rome and Varanasi during his address in Italy, calling both “eternal cities”. Speaking at a joint press conference with Italian counterpart Georgia Meloni on stage on Wednesday, PM Modi noted that when two “civilisations” come […]

Three years on, DKS looks to Congress high command as tussle with Siddaramaiah for CM post continues

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: As the Karnataka government completed three years in office, deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar on Wednesday refuted fresh speculation over a tussle between him and chief minister Siddaramaiah, and said they would go to Delhi whenever called by the party high command.Speaking to reporters, Shivakumar said the Congress government in Karnataka had […]

‘Lower-value human’: Standard Chartered CEO’s remark sparks outrage as bank plans job cuts in India, other hubs

[ad_1] Standard Chartered’s plan to cut nearly 7,800 jobs globally by 2030 has triggered a fierce backlash online after CEO Bill Winters described some roles as “lower-value human capital” while outlining the bank’s AI-driven overhaul.The London-headquartered lender, which has major back-office operations in India, said it would eliminate around 15 per cent of corporate-function roles […]

Left vs BJP in Kerala over full ‘Vande Mataram’ recital at Satheesan’s swearing-in ceremony

[ad_1] VD Satheesan’s oath (Image/PTI) NEW DELHI: After the controversy over the sequencing of songs played during Tamil Nadu CM Vijay’s swearing-in ceremony, a fresh political row has erupted in Kerala following the recitation of the full version of ‘Vande Mataram’ during the oath-taking ceremony of the new UDF cabinet led by VD Satheesan. The […]

Putins Visit to India: A Strategic Boost Amid Tensions

[ad_1] Oslo, May 20: Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to visit India this year, coinciding with the BRICS Summit 2026 scheduled for September. According to West Asia expert V.L. Awad, this visit is crucial for India, providing a significant boost on the international stage. Awad emphasized the importance of this trip, particularly in light […]

Hindus given full access to Bhojshala complex: ASI

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Keeping with the Madhya Pradesh high court’s order, ASI has allowed full access to Hindus to the Bhojhshala complex for worship of Goddess Saraswati.Drawing from HC’s May 15 verdict, ASI said the court ruled that Bhojshala in Dhar district is a protected monument and a temple of Goddess Vagdevi (Saraswati).“The court has […]

“Whole World Might Get Unfit, But Not Virat Kohli”: Madan Lal Praises India Great’s Fitness

[ad_1] Former Indian cricketer Madan Lal on Tuesday hailed India batting icon Virat Kohli’s exceptional fitness, highlighting his ability to consistently rotate strike with singles and doubles in T20 cricket. He noted Kohli’s fitness sets an example for other players and emphasised the importance of maintaining consistency through continuous play. “Look, the whole […]

LSG Owner Sanjiv Goenka’s Unmissable Reaction On Prince Yadav’s Maiden India Call-Up

[ad_1] Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) owner Sanjiv Goenka praised young fast bowler Prince Yadav after the pacer earned his maiden India call-up for the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday announced squads for the one-off Test and three-match ODI series against Afghanistan, both […]