The DMDK voiced its discontent with the AIADMK's decision to postpone the allocation of a Rajya Sabha seat until 2026, despite a prior written commitment. Premlatha Vijayakanth announced that DMDK will reveal its alliance plans before the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly elections. AIADMK leaders have reassured that the alliance remains intact, despite DMDK's concerns.
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Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Ajinkya Rahane addressed the team's underwhelming IPL 2025 campaign, highlighting inconsistent batting. He defended Venkatesh Iyer amid scrutiny over his Rs 23.75 crore price tag. While KKR’s bowlers impressed, Rahane admitted the batting unit faltered under pressure.
Royal Challengers Bangalore clinched a Qualifier 1 spot in IPL 2025, triumphing over Lucknow Super Giants by six wickets. Chasing a challenging 227-3, RCB's Jitesh Sharma's explosive 85 off 33 balls and key contributions from Virat Kohli and Mayank Agarwal secured the win.
Shreyas Iyer, overlooked for India's Test squad, seeks to prove his mettle in the IPL as Punjab Kings aim for a top-two finish. Iyer's impressive form and leadership have garnered praise, with Punjab Kings coach Ricky Ponting commending his technical adjustments.
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The Indian government is considering raising the safeguard duty on steel to 24% from the existing 12% due to concerns about potential circumvention by Chinese companies and the impact on domestic steelmakers. This move comes amid fears of trade diversion as Chinese goods face increased levies in other markets, potentially leading to dumping in India.
An Air India flight carrying 180 passengers from Singapore narrowly avoided disaster at Chennai airport on Wednesday. The Airbus aborted its landing just before touchdown due to a high descent rate and sudden crosswinds. The pilots executed a go-around, and the flight landed safely on its second attempt 30 minutes later.
Aly Goni and Jasmin Bhasin have moved into their new home, a decision celebrated by their fans. Aly shared his reaction to Jasmin's interior design choices in a vlog, showcasing their home's features, including separate kitchens for vegetarian and non-vegetarian guests.
Russia launched its most extensive aerial assault on Ukraine since the war's onset, targeting over 30 cities and villages with missiles and drones, resulting in casualties and widespread damage. The attacks coincided with Kyiv Day, intensifying the tragedy. Despite the ongoing conflict, Russia and Ukraine conducted a significant prisoner exchange, offering a glimmer of hope amid stalled ceasefire efforts.
The flood situation in Northeast India has worsened, affecting over 5.15 lakh people in Assam alone, with the death toll climbing to 36. Heavy rainfall warnings persist for several states, as the Brahmaputra and Barak rivers flow above danger levels. Relief efforts are underway, and authorities are evacuating affected populations in Manipur and Mizoram.