The Ranji Trophy starts on Thursday with key Indian cricketers seeking to regain form. Important players such as Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant will be in action. Matches feature Mumbai vs Jammu & Kashmir and Delhi vs Saurashtra. The tournament promises high-quality cricket and excitement for fans with expanded seating arrangements.
Related news
Leader of the House J P Nadda expressed the government's readiness to discuss any issue but criticized the opposition for attempting to disrupt proceedings through Rule 267. He condemned their walkout and reassured that there will be opportunities for discussions during the Union Budget debates over the next 10 days.
A housewife disabled from an accident has been abandoned at Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals for over two years. Her husband claims he is unable to care for her, and the outstanding hospital bill is Rs 1 crore. The court has directed the state counsel to suggest a remedy.
Budget 2025 income tax expectations: While it is well known that new income tax regime is simplified tax regime without tax exemptions and deductions but still to make the rest of the 28% filing tax returns under old income tax regime adopt new income tax regime, the expectations are:
Protests erupted in Istanbul following the detention of Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu on corruption allegations, leading to widespread unrest and nearly 1,900 detentions. Demonstrators, including one in a Pikachu costume, were seen clashing with the police, as international concerns over Turkey's democratic decline grow.
The Madhya Pradesh HC granted anticipatory bail to an engineer accused of rape, ordering him to hand over passwords of his electronic gadgets and social media accounts to police. He must also provide all intimate photos of the complainant, who accused him of violating her privacy from 2010 to 2018.
Foreign secretary Vikram Misri met Afghanistan's acting foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in Dubai, discussing India's readiness to support Afghan development needs and receiving assurance on security concerns. The meeting, amid strained Afghan-Pakistani relations, focused on humanitarian aid, health sector support, and strengthening diplomatic and trade ties, including using Chabahar port for humanitarian purposes.
Kolkata Knight Riders secured their first win of the IPL season by defeating Rajasthan Royals, thanks to Quinton de Kock's unbeaten 97. The Eden Gardens pitch controversy emerged, with KKR's request for a spin-supportive pitch denied by the curator, prompting calls to consider moving the franchise to a different venue.
A Wall Street Journal article reveals Shivon Zilis' unique position within Elon Musk's life as a top Neuralink executive and mother to four of his children. Her professional alignment, visible presence at high-profile events, and shared ideological goals contribute to her 'special status.' This contrasts with other mothers, highlighting Zilis' seamless integration into Musk's personal and professional endeavors.
India faced early setbacks on Day 3 of the Brisbane Test as Starc and Hazlewood ripped through their top order. Jaiswal fell cheaply to Starc for the third time this series, highlighting his vulnerability against left-arm pace. Gill followed soon after, leaving India struggling after Australia posted a formidable 445, fueled by Head's 152 and Smith's century.
Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria thinks Pakistan will struggle against India in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. He cites Pakistan's recent losses and India's strong performance with key players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Mohammed Shami as factors. Kaneria also highlights India’s superior spin attack and Pakistan's weak response on Dubai's slow, dry pitches.