The Bombay High Court has upheld arbitral awards exceeding Rs 538 crore in favour of the defunct Kochi Tuskers IPL franchise, dismissing BCCI's challenge. Justice Chagla emphasised the limited scope of court intervention in arbitration matters. Kochi Tuskers had played the 2011 season of the IPL before being terminated a year later.
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A special investigation team has found lapses in the security arrangements for gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. The report reveals unauthorized access and protocol breaches during his custody. Several police officials faced suspension and termination. The SIT note highlights failures at multiple levels. It also points to systemic issues within the Anti-Gangster Task Force. The report recommends action against those responsible.
Amidst trade tensions with the US, China has strategically shifted its export focus, increasing shipments to India, the EU, and ASEAN. While China's overall exports saw a moderate rise, exports to the US significantly declined, offset by growth in other markets.
Social media influencer Kachan Tiwari, known as Kamal Kaur Bhabhi, was found murdered in Bathinda. The autopsy reveals she was strangled, with suspicious marks on her thighs, though no sexual assault evidence was found. Amritpal Singh Mehron, accused of luring her to Bathinda, is a suspect, and a search is underway for him and another accomplice.
A major incident occurred in Ahmedabad. An Air India flight AI171, bound for London, crashed after takeoff. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner went down in the Meghaninagar area. Airport operations are suspended. Emergency services responded quickly. Many casualties are feared. Injured passengers are receiving treatment at the city civil hospital. Air India is gathering more information about the incident.
Amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, India's MEA is closely monitoring the security situation, prioritizing the safety of its citizens. The Indian Embassy in Tehran is actively assisting students, relocating them to safer areas and maintaining contact with community leaders. Following airstrikes and missile exchanges, advisories have been issued, urging Indian nationals to remain vigilant and limit movement.
Rishabh Pant confirmed Shubman Gill will bat at No.4 in the first Test against England, filling Virat Kohli's spot, while Pant remains at No.5. This reshuffling follows the retirements of Rohit Sharma and Kohli, marking a significant change in India's batting order. The No.3 position is yet to be decided.
Indian Railways is set to enhance short-distance travel by introducing 50 new Namo Bharat trains and 100 Mainline EMUs. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced these additions, with Namo Bharat trains, inspired by Vande Bharat, offering premium travel at speeds up to 130 kmph.
Ninety students from the Kashmir Valley are expected to arrive in New Delhi tonight after being evacuated from Armenia due to escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. The Indian government facilitated the evacuation of over 100 Indian students. The Jammu and Kashmir Students’ Association expressed gratitude to the government for the timely intervention.
Former England batter Nick Knight anticipates an intriguing India-England Test series, despite the absence of key players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Knight believes that India's emerging talents, such as Sai Sudharsan, are ready for international cricket.
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will become the first Indian astronaut to reach the ISS since 1984, aboard the Axiom-4 mission. Accompanying him is ‘Joy’, a white plush swan serving as the crew’s zero-gravity indicator and a symbolic tribute to Indian culture. Representing the vahana of Goddess Saraswati, Joy blends spirituality with space tradition. The mission highlights India’s growing role in global space exploration, backed by ISRO and SpaceX, and underscores the soft power of cultural... Expand