In a stunning display of skill and determination, India's wicket-keeper batter Sanju Samson achieved a monumental milestone by scoring his maiden T20I century in the third and final T20I match against Bangladesh on Saturday. Samson reached the three-digit mark in the second-fastest time for an Indian, maintaining an aggressive approach throughout his innings. As he approached his hundred, Samson refused to slow down, hitting big shots even while

Team India suffered a surprising nine-run defeat to Australia in their final Group A match of the Women's T20 World Cup held in Sharjah on Sunday, significantly harming their chances of advancing to the semi-finals. The outcome now hinges on the result of the match between Pakistan and New Zealand, which will ultimately determine the fate of captain Harmanpreet Kaur and her team. In this crucial match, India restricted the defending champions to 151/8

In a surprising turn of events, Gadwal Vijayalakshmi, the GHMC Mayor, has found herself in a precarious situation following a new rule enforced by GHMC Commissioner Amrapali Kata. The recent regulation bans the use of high-decibel speaker systems and DJ music in Hyderabad, putting an end to a long-standing tradition of loud celebrations during festivals and public gatherings. Just days after this ban was instituted, Mayor Vijayalaks

In a concerning incident in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvallur district, the 12578 Mysore-Darbhanga Express collided with a stationary goods rake at Kavaraipettai around 8:50 PM. The collision resulted in at least two coaches of the passenger train catching fire and derailing. Immediate Response: Emergency rescue teams and ambulances have been swiftly dispatched to the scene to assist passengers and assess the situation. Fortunately, there have been no reports of casualtie

Dussehra, also known as Vijaya Dashami, is celebrated annually to mark the triumph of good over evil, commemorating Lord Ram's victory over Ravana. This year, Dussehra will be observed on October 12, Saturday. Across India, various regions celebrate this festival with unique traditions and grandeur. Kullu, Himachal Pradesh: Known for its international Dussehra fair, Kullu hosts vibrant processions and culminates with the immersion of idols in the B

In a shocking turn of events, the Pakistan cricket team scored a formidable 556 runs in their first innings during the Multan Test, only to suffer a crushing defeat by an innings and 47 runs against England. The visitors responded with a staggering 823/7 before declaring, marking a record-breaking innings in Test cricket history. This defeat made Pakistan the first team ever to lose a Test match by an innings after scoring over 500 runs in the first innings. The match was characteri

An Air India Express flight, AXB 613, successfully landed at Tiruchirappalli airport after reporting a hydraulic failure shortly after takeoff. The flight, which was headed to Sharjah with 144 passengers on board, took off at 5:40 PM and experienced the technical snag soon after departure. Following the report of the hydraulic issue, the pilots were instructed to return to the airport. However, due to the aircraft being fully fueled, a precautionary landing was deemed inadvisable. T

India has strongly rejected Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's claims that there was a substantive discussion regarding the "safety of Canadians" during his brief encounter with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the ASEAN Summit in Laos. According to government sources, the two leaders only exchanged greetings and did not engage in any meaningful dialogue. In light of ongoing concerns regarding Khalistani activities in Canada, Indian foreign ministry sources reiter

In a significant administrative decision, the central government has denied GHMC Commissioner Amrapali Kata's request to remain in the Telangana cadre. A 2010-batch IAS officer, Amrapali was originally assigned to the Andhra Pradesh cadre during the bifurcation of the state. The Ministry has now directed her to report to the Andhra cadre, dismissing her plea to be recognized as a Telangana-native officer. The decision is rooted in the recommendations of the Khandekar Committee,

India's benchmark equity indices, the Nifty 50 and the Sensex, snapped their six-session losing streak on Tuesday, posting gains despite a downturn in most global markets. This rally was primarily driven by heavyweight stocks, including HDFC Bank Ltd., Infosys Ltd., and Reliance Industries Ltd., as investors await the outcome of the upcoming monetary policy committee meeting set for Wednesday. The Nifty 50 index closed up by 0.88%, or 217.40 points, ending the day at 25,013.15,

The 2024 Fairwork India Ratings have revealed a concerning trend for major ride-hailing platforms Uber and Ola, as well as logistics startup Porter, which continue to lag at the bottom of the index designed to assess the fairness with which companies treat their gig workers. In stark contrast, Tata-owned BigBasket, Zomato, Swiggy, and Urban Company topped the ratings, mirroring last year's results. This year's study evaluated 11 platforms, including Amazon Flex, BluSmart, Fl

Team India's campaign in the Women's T20 World Cup 2024 hit a rough patch following their opening loss to New Zealand. Despite bouncing back with a convincing victory over Pakistan in their second match, the road to semi-final qualification remains fraught with challenges. As New Zealand prepares to face Australia, Team India finds itself rooting for the White Ferns to enhance their chances of progressing in the tournament. India's prospects for moving beyond the group s

Income Tax Return (ITR) filing is a critical component of financial compliance for individuals, especially for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs). This process involves reporting income, disclosing taxes paid, and claiming any potential refunds from the Indian tax department. For NRIs, understanding and complying with India's ITR filing requirements can be complex, given varied income sources and intricate tax laws. They often face the challenge of potential double taxation, necessitat

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has announced that the 2024 monsoon season concluded with a notable 7.6% above average rainfall across the country. Key regions including Rajasthan, Gujarat, western Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh experienced significant excess rainfall, highlighting a surplus compared to typical seasonal patterns. The withdrawal of the South West monsoon began on September 23, which is six days later than the usual date of Septem

In a positive sign for the Indian economy, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections for September 2023 increased by 6.5% year-on-year, totaling ₹1.73 lakh crore. This marks a rise from ₹1.63 lakh crore collected in September of the previous year. The net GST collection after refunds stood at ₹1.53 lakh crore, showing a growth of 4% compared to ₹1.47 lakh crore in September 2022. So far this fiscal year, the government has recorded a gross GST revenue of ₹10.87 lakh cro

In a touching gesture, Indian cricket star Virat Kohli gifted a signed bat to Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan following the second Test match in Kanpur, which also marked Shakib's final appearance on Indian soil. This moment was particularly poignant as Shakib announced his retirement ahead of the match, and uncertainties loom regarding his participation in future Test matches due to ongoing political tensions in Bangladesh. After India's comprehensive victory over Banglade

The Kerala health department announced on Friday the emergence of another Mpox case in the state, prompting officials to encourage anyone exhibiting symptoms to seek immediate medical care. This follows the report of India’s first confirmed case of the new Clade 1b strain earlier in the week. State Health Minister Veena George stated that a high-level evaluation meeting was convened to assess the ongoing situation. The contact list of the confirmed patient has been compiled, a

As the Indian cricket team prepares for the crucial second Test against Bangladesh at Kanpur's Green Park Stadium, all eyes are on KL Rahul, who has struggled since his return from injury. With a batting average around 35 and lackluster performances raising doubts about his position, the pressure is on for the experienced player. Indian batting coach Abhishek Nayar remains optimistic, highlighting the need for support during challenging phases. Nayar acknowledged Rahul's pas

India made history on Sunday as both its men's and women's chess teams secured their maiden gold medals at the 45th Chess Olympiad. In a stunning display of skill and strategy, the men's team triumphed over Slovenia, while the women's team dominated Azerbaijan, marking a monumental achievement in Indian chess. In the final round, the men's team showcased their prowess as D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi, and R Praggnanadhaa all claimed victories. Gukesh, facing Vladimir

US President Joe Biden recently commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his historic visit to Ukraine and his commitment to peace amid the ongoing conflict with Russia. During their meeting in Wilmington, North Carolina, Biden expressed strong support for India's bid for permanent membership in the UN Security Council, emphasizing the importance of India's voice in global governance. Both leaders highlighted the progress made in the India-US pa