Following a drawn Test series against England, India faces a busy cricket schedule in 2025. The Asia Cup in September will see a young team led by Suryakumar Yadav, while Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli return for the ODIs in Australia. The year concludes with a full home series against South Africa, featuring Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.
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India secured a thrilling 6-run victory against England in the final Test at The Oval, clinching the series. Mohammed Siraj's exceptional bowling performance, claiming five wickets, including three crucial dismissals on the final morning, turned the tide after England's strong start. Despite Joe Root and Harry Brook's centuries, India's unwavering belief and Siraj's heroics sealed the unforgettable win.
Maharashtra's Deputy CM Eknath Shinde defended Pragya Thakur's claims of torture during the Malegaon blast probe, accusing the UPA government of framing Hindutva leaders and coining the term 'saffron terrorism'. Shinde supported Thakur's allegation that she was pressured to implicate PM Modi, criticizing Rahul Gandhi for allegedly echoing Pakistani sentiments.
In Rajya Sabha, the opposition demanded accountability from Home Minister Amit Shah for security failures leading to the Pahalgam massacre. They questioned PM Modi about the May 10 ceasefire with Pakistan and Donald Trump's alleged role. Opposition leaders criticized the government's lack of strategy against the Pakistan-China front and abstaining from IMF aid to Pakistan.
The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite, a joint Earth observation mission, is scheduled to launch on July 30, 2025. This collaboration between India and the US will provide high-resolution, all-weather imagery for disaster management, climate monitoring, and more. NISAR's open-data policy aims to empower global decision-making and emergency response efforts.
President Trump indicated a potential 20-25% tariff on Indian goods, slightly less than the previously announced 26%, amidst ongoing trade negotiations. He stated India's high tariffs prompted the consideration, despite acknowledging their friendship. This levy positions India competitively with Bangladesh in textiles, but behind Vietnam and Indonesia.
In a stunning upset, 19-year-old Divya Deshmukh clinched the FIDE Women’s World Cup title, defeating Koneru Humpy in rapid tiebreaks. This victory not only secured her the World Cup but also earned her final Grandmaster norm, making her the fourth Indian woman to achieve the prestigious GM title.
In Pune, a 23-year-old mechanical engineer died after jumping from his office building. The incident happened in Hinjewadi. The engineer worked for a technology company. Police recovered a note from the body. The note suggested personal struggles. He was from Nashik and had been working at the company for a year.
During a rain break in the fifth Test between India and England, former England captain Michael Vaughan playfully mocked The Oval's head curator, Lee Fortis, on air. This followed a confrontation between India's head coach, Gautam Gambhir, and Fortis regarding pitch usage. Vaughan's light-hearted mimicry added a humorous layer to the already tense atmosphere surrounding the final Test match.
Get ready for a celestial treat. Two meteor showers, Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids, will peak together. The event is expected on July 29–30, 2025. Skywatchers can see up to 25 meteors per hour. The Southern Hemisphere will have the best view. A moonless sky will ensure great visibility. Do not miss this natural light show.