England has replaced injured Shoaib Bashir with Liam Dawson for the fourth Test against India at Old Trafford. Bashir suffered a finger fracture during the third Test, paving the way for Dawson's return after last playing a Test in 2017. England leads the series 2-1, with Dawson bringing valuable experience with both bat and ball to the team.
Related news
14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who shot to fame by becoming the youngest player and century-maker in the Indian Premier League earlier this year, has lit up the English shores with his swashbuckling batting. The southpaw has already become a crowd-puller and, if cricket analyst Daniel Peacock is to be believed, the teenager has the ability to match Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli – or go beyond.
Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are climbing amidst trade war tensions fueled by President Trump's tariffs on various economies and threats against Russia. Silver prices have surged to record highs due to strong ETF inflows and tight market conditions.
India's organised sector experienced unprecedented growth in May, adding over 20 lakh net payrolls, the highest since April 2018. This surge, which is driven by youth and women, reflects the formalisation of the workforce across various sectors and regions. Maharashtra led regional contributions, signalling enhanced job confidence and workforce fluidity, highlighting the need for sustained skill development and social protection.
India and the US are in trade talks. An American team will visit India in August. Both countries want an interim trade deal before August 1. Discussions covered agriculture and auto tariffs. India seeks preferential duties for its industries. The US wants lower duties on industrial goods. They aim to finalize the first phase by September-October.
President Trump signed the "Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins Act," or GENIUS Act, into law, aiming to regulate payment stablecoins and foster financial innovation. Trump hailed the move as cementing American dominance in the digital currency space, acknowledging the crypto community's resilience. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent praised the law, emphasizing its role in securing the U.S.
Former India head coach Ravi Shastri lauds opening batter KL Rahul's impressive form in the ongoing five-match Test series against England, attributing his success to a subtle technical adjustment in his stance. Ravi Shastri highlights that Rahul's front-foot tweak has unlocked consistency, enabling cleaner bat flow and minimising past vulnerabilities.
The I&B ministry's committee has approved the release of 'Udaipur Files: Kanhaiya Lal Tailor Murder' with modifications, including a revised disclaimer and name change. This decision follows objections from Maulana Arshad Madani and Mohd Javed, the main accused in the tailor's murder.
India's merchandise trade deficit narrowed to $18.78 billion in June, surpassing market forecasts and improving from May's figures, driven by decreased exports and imports. Merchandise exports reached $35.14 billion, while imports totaled $53.92 billion. The services sector contributed a strong surplus of $15.62 billion, with exports at $32.84 billion and imports at $17.58 billion.
Elon Musk showcased Tesla Optimus serving popcorn, marking progress toward robots assisting with daily tasks. The robot's precise movements at the Tesla Diner highlight advancements in motor control and user interaction. Musk envisions Optimus becoming commonplace, aiding in chores and caregiving, though challenges in full autonomy remain before its projected 2026 commercial release.
Jos Buttler lauded Ravindra Jadeja's resilient batting during India's chase at Lord's, drawing parallels to MS Dhoni's calm and persistent approach. Buttler highlighted Jadeja's fighting spirit and ability to handle pressure, noting his unwavering faith in tail-enders Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj. He admired Jadeja's clear plan and the trust he instilled in his partners, even if unconventional.