In preparation for the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, which will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka starting September 30th, the New Zealand team has begun its preparations early. They have arrived in India approximately six weeks before the tournament to participate in a training camp at the Chennai Super Kings Academy. The team’s decision to train in Chennai was strategically made because of the favorable conditions it provides for spinners. After the two-week camp, the players and staff will return to their home country before traveling to Dubai for an ODI series against England, where conditions are…
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A young man identified as Sahil was murdered in broad daylight at Bhatti Chowk in the Hindpiri police station area of Ranchi. The incident triggered immediate outrage among the local residents, leading to violent protests. The mob attacked the house and office of former councilor Mo. Aslam, vandalizing property and setting it ablaze. Vehicles parked outside the former councilor’s house, including a car and motorcycles, were also damaged. The protestors also vandalized the office. Angry residents alleged that Sahil, also known as Kurkure, was murdered by Asif, the brother of the former councilor Aslam, and his close associate Arman. The…
Under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, 141,879 farmers in Chhattisgarh are set to receive a total of ₹152.84 crore in claim payments. The funds will be directly credited to the bank accounts of the farmers who are beneficiaries of the insurance scheme. This includes payments for both the Kharif and Rabi seasons. Specifically, ₹10.25 crore will be disbursed to 33,943 eligible farmers for the Kharif season of 2024, and ₹142.58 crore will go to 107,936 eligible farmers for the Rabi season of 2024-25. The payment is scheduled for August 11th, Monday, and will be facilitated through a nationwide direct…
The Enforcement Directorate has uncovered that Robert Vadra, the husband of Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, amassed Rs 58 crore in illicit earnings stemming from a disputed land transaction in Gurugram. The ED’s investigation, focused on a money laundering case, revealed that Vadra received the funds through unlawful means. The ED’s chargesheet indicates that Rs 53 crore was channeled through Sky Light Hospitality and Rs 5 crore through Blue Breeze Trading. During the investigation, Vadra shifted the blame onto three deceased individuals. The ED took statements from Vadra twice, on April 15 and 16, 2025, as part of its probe into the…
The iconic Hindi film ‘Sholay,’ a cinematic landmark directed by Ramesh Sippy and featuring Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra, is slated for a special screening in Toronto, Canada, marking a significant event for the film’s 50th anniversary. The movie, originally released in 1975, continues to resonate with audiences. The upcoming screening, taking place 11,600 kilometers from India, is part of the Toronto Film Festival celebrations. The Film Heritage Foundation has announced the event on social media. The screening is scheduled for September 6th, within the Toronto Film Festival, which will run from September 4th to September 14th. A noteworthy aspect is…
The Indian cricket team, after securing a win in the final Test of the five-match series against England at the Kennington Oval, proceeded to visit the English dressing room. India’s victory came with a six-run margin, reflecting the strong performance of the entire team. Karun Nair, a key batsman, shared insights into this post-match interaction, highlighting the mutual respect between the teams. The consensus was that it had been an excellent series. Nair indicated that the celebrations were relatively subdued in their dressing room after the win. Instead, the team chose to engage with the English players, fostering a sense…
The 2026 Mahindra Bolero will introduce several key updates. The side profile includes square wheel arches with body cladding, new dual-tone alloy wheels, and shorter overhangs. A major upgrade will be to its underpinnings, with the 2026 Mahindra Bolero likely debuting Mahindra’s all-new ‘Freedom NU’ flexible platform, which the company plans to unveil on August 15, 2025.
A woman in the Jagdishpur area of Raebareli district in Uttar Pradesh has been arrested for allegedly attacking her husband and severing his genitals. The incident involved Ansar Ahmed, who was attacked by his second wife, Nazneen Bano, after a disagreement. Ahmed received immediate medical attention and was later transferred to AIIMS, Raebareli. Police have launched an investigation. Simultaneously, the CBI has rescued a minor girl who had been missing from Bardhaman, West Bengal, since August 2023. The CBI located the missing girl in Pali, Rajasthan, acting on information and analysis of call records. The High Court of Calcutta had…
Sonakshi Sinha, who entered Bollywood with the hit film ‘Dabangg’ alongside Salman Khan, initially garnered success. However, her career trajectory included a series of unsuccessful films, placing her among actresses whose films didn’t fare well. Arjun Kapoor, starting in 2012, has not established himself as a major star in the industry, facing a similar fate. Both actors once starred together in a film that did not perform well, failing to even recoup its production costs. That movie was ‘Tevor.’ The film, released in 2015, saw the duo failing to make an impact at the box office. Directed by Amit Sharma,…
An unusual scenario has emerged where Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers mistakenly contacted a fan, believing they were reaching RCB captain Rajat Patidar. This occurred because Patidar’s old phone number had been deactivated and reassigned. The number, which was inactive for more than three months, was given to Manish, who resides in the Gariaband district of Chhattisgarh. Upon activating the SIM card, Manish noticed Patidar’s photo on WhatsApp. He then began receiving calls from prominent cricketers, including Kohli and de Villiers. The situation came to light when Patidar attempted to regain control of the number, which was essential for…