Cricket fans are eagerly awaiting the Asia Cup 2025, scheduled to commence on September 9th. Discussions about the Indian team are intensifying, with fans keen to know the squad selection. The BCCI’s selection panel, led by Ajit Agarkar, will soon announce the team. A major update suggests that Rinku Singh, the star finisher for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League 2025, who was retained for 13 crore rupees, might not secure a spot in the Asia Cup 2025. Singh has been a reliable performer for India, particularly in the T20 format of the Asia Cup 2025. His…
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Police have arrested three family members in Odisha following the death of Jyotiranjan, who was initially thought to have died by self-immolation. The investigation has now shifted to a murder inquiry. Jyotiranjan, from Saripur village, died at AIIMS Bhubaneswar due to burn injuries sustained in the incident. The Balianta Police Station is handling the case. The victim’s wife, Bijayalaxmi Behera, filed a First Information Report (FIR) that implicated Jyotiranjan’s father, stepmother, and stepbrother in the crime. They are accused of setting him on fire after dousing him with petrol on Friday. The motive is believed to be a protracted family…
Donald Trump reported on Friday that Russia’s oil trade with India was negatively impacted following the US government’s announcement of penalties related to India’s oil acquisitions. He also implied that the US might not extend comparable secondary tariffs to countries that persist in buying Russian crude.
Vivek Agnihotri, known for his cinematic portrayals of historical events, has released the trailer for his upcoming film, The Bengal Files. The film, following The Tashkent Files and The Kashmir Files, is generating significant attention. The trailer launch faced difficulties at a screening in Kolkata on August 16, 2025. The trailer explores the history of Bengal, set before India’s independence. It delves into the Hindu-Muslim angle, highlighting communal violence and the volatile atmosphere of the time. The trailer depicts the communal conflicts and stories of those who sought to unite people and advocate for peace during that difficult period. Agnihotri…
Lionel Messi is scheduled to make a highly anticipated return to India in late 2025, delighting football enthusiasts across the nation. Event organizer Satadru Dutta announced that Messi will undertake a tour across three major Indian cities, commencing in Kolkata on December 12, 2025. The tour, officially named the ‘GOAT Tour of India 2025’, will also include visits to Ahmedabad, Mumbai, and New Delhi, concluding with a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 15. Messi previously played in India in 2011, when he led Argentina in a friendly match in Kolkata. Dutta shared the process of securing Messi’s…
On August 17, Rahul Gandhi, a prominent Congress MP and the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, will launch the ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’ from Sasaram, Bihar. The central objective of this yatra is to protest against suspected discrepancies in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list, along with the claims of “vote theft.” The campaign will see Gandhi cover a distance of 1300 kilometers within the state. The journey will begin in Sasaram and culminate in Patna, unfolding over a period of 17 days. According to party sources, this ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’ constitutes a direct confrontation against…
Donald Trump announced that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin are set to convene to discuss a ceasefire, shifting the responsibility to the Ukrainian leader. Trump made this statement after a meeting with Putin in Alaska. He encouraged Zelensky to pursue the discussions from Alaska and finalize an agreement to end the three-year war. Trump highlighted the necessity of Zelensky reaching an agreement, citing Russia’s significant influence. Trump also indicated his availability for the next meeting if both leaders request his participation. After the Alaska meeting with Putin, Trump stated that President Zelensky now holds the key…
The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2025 presented its awards, highlighting the best in Indian cinema. ‘Homebound’ emerged as the leading film, earning both Best Film and Best Director for Neeraj Ghaywan. Aamir Khan was recognized with the Excellence in Cinema Award, celebrating his long-standing impact. Abhishek Bachchan received the Best Actor (Male) award for ‘I Want to Talk,’ and Gugun Kigpen was acknowledged with a Special Mention for ‘Boong.’ The awards ceremony celebrated a wide spectrum of cinematic achievements, recognizing excellence across various categories, including independent films, series, and short films from both India and Australia.
The BCCI has introduced a new ‘Serious Injury Replacement’ rule for multi-day matches in domestic cricket. This rule will come into effect from the 2025-26 season, providing replacements for injured players in the multi-day format. Rishabh Pant’s injuries prompted the BCCI to take this step. Under the new rule, if a player is ruled out of a multi-day match due to a serious injury, the team management can replace him with a player of similar qualification. This replacement will be implemented immediately, subject to the approval of the selection committee and the match referee.
The Election Commission is set to conduct a press conference on Sunday, August 17th, at 3 PM in Delhi’s National Media Center. This press conference follows accusations of voter fraud and irregularities in the electoral rolls, put forth by Rahul Gandhi and other opposition leaders. The opposition has been vocal in its criticism of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list in Bihar. The press conference’s agenda is not yet fully disclosed, but it is expected to respond to allegations concerning the Election Commission. Typically, formal press conferences by the Election Commission are reserved for announcing election…