India chose to bowl first in the Brisbane Test against Australia, expecting a helpful pitch. However, the Gabba surface offered little assistance, with Bumrah confirming the absence of swing. Despite the rain-interrupted day, Australian openers navigated the Indian bowlers comfortably, reaching 28/0. History favors Australia batting first at the Gabba, with an unbeaten streak since 1985.
Related news
Four Indian citizens safely returned to Delhi after being evacuated from violence-stricken Syria. They expressed gratitude to the Indian Embassy for facilitating their journey through Lebanon and Goa. The evacuees recounted harrowing experiences, highlighting the embassy's crucial role in providing transport, accommodation, and support amidst rocket fire and escalating conflict.
Delhi Capitals have overhauled their team for the upcoming 2025 IPL season with Axar Patel as the new captain. Wicketkeeper Abishek Porel expresses confidence that Patel's leadership will end the franchise's title drought, highlighting his deep understanding of the team and supportive off-field presence. Porel, who was retained by the franchise, highlighted Axar's deep understanding of the team, having spent six years with the Delhi outfit. Axar has been a part of the Delhi Capitals setup since... Expand
The Sports Ministry has lifted the suspension of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) and restored its recognition. WFI president Sanjay Singh now has full control. The ministry issued directions for balanced decision-making and the adherence to selection and governance rules. All changes made during the suspension must be reverted within 4 weeks.
Bhabesh Chandra Roy, a Hindu community leader, was kidnapped from his home in Dinajpur, Bangladesh, and later found dead. Family reports indicate he was abducted by four men on motorcycles and brutally assaulted. India has responded by urging Bangladesh to focus on protecting its minorities, dismissing comments about violence in West Bengal.
The government is set to introduce and pass 62 bills in the upcoming budget session of Parliament. Key proposed legislations include the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, Official Secrets Bill, and Banking and Insurance Amendment Bills. The parliamentary affairs ministry has communicated these proposals to all concerned ministries for cabinet approval.
The Indian government condemned the vandalization of a Hindu temple by Khalistan separatists in California as despicable. They urged local law enforcement to take stringent action and ensure the security of places of worship. The incident, involving anti-Hindu messages, occurred ahead of the Khalistan referendum in Los Angeles, alarming the local Hindu community and prompting united resistance against hate.
Test reports have ruled out viral, bacterial, or microbial infections as the cause of 14 deaths in Rajouri district, Jammu and Kashmir. Investigations revealed neurotoxins in the samples of the deceased. Further investigation is ongoing, and 3,500 villagers in the affected area have been screened for signs of the mysterious illness.
A devastating Russian ballistic missile strike on Sumy, Ukraine, resulted in over 21 fatalities and 83 injuries, including children, on Palm Sunday. President Zelenskyy shared a horrific video of the aftermath, showing widespread destruction and casualties, and urgently appealed to the world for a firm response. The video showed several dead bodies and injured being rescued, cars engulfed in flames and the street littered with debris—shards of glass, pieces of concrete, and tree branches thrown... Expand
Sundar Pichai, Google and Alphabet CEO, emphasized AI's transformative potential in sectors like education, healthcare, and science during the AI Action Summit 2025. He advocated for balanced regulation and stressed the importance of investing in people and building robust infrastructure to maximize AI's benefits and avoid missing out on its opportunities.
Dr George P Abraham, a celebrated urologist known for handling complex urological surgeries, was found deceased at his farmhouse in Nedumbassery, Kerala. His body was discovered on Sunday night, and police are investigating the incident. Dr Abraham, associated with a Kochi healthcare facility, had conducted over 2,500 kidney transplants.