In the Perth Test, former India captain Sunil Gavaskar observed that a subtle adjustment in Virat Kohli's batting stance played a crucial role in his recovery of vintage form. After a lean period in international cricket, Kohli scored his 30th Test century, silencing critics who questioned his place in the team. Gavaskar noted that Kohli, who had struggled in the first innings, seemed more relaxed in the second, with a slight change in his stance—his legs positioned a bit wider, whi

The Indian rupee opened at 84.39 against the US dollar on Wednesday, weakening by 5 paise from its previous close of 84.34. This follows a series of declines, with the rupee slipping by six paise on Tuesday. While the rupee had shown a slight recovery on Monday, gaining 17 paise, the currency continues to face downward pressure due to persistent demand for the US dollar and global uncertainties. Analysts had predicted a weaker outlook for the rupee, especially after a brief period o

In a recent initiative to transform Andhra Pradesh into a technology hub, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu introduced a comprehensive new IT policy designed to promote Deep-Tech and Artificial Intelligence. During a review meeting, Naidu revealed plans to build an iconic Deep-Technology structure in Amaravati, aimed at harnessing the latest advancements in technology. The state government also announced a seed funding scheme under the Start-Up Policy to support SCs, STs, BCs, minorities, a

On the 75th anniversary of the adoption of India's Constitution, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed his commitment to performing his duties within the Constitution's framework. In his speech at the Supreme Court during Constitution Day celebrations, he clarified that his actions have always aligned with constitutional provisions without overstepping boundaries. Modi addressed opposition claims that efforts were underway to undermine the Constitution and asserted that his governme

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde tendered his resignation to Governor CP Radhakrishnan on Tuesday following the results of the assembly elections. Despite a significant victory for the Mahayuti coalition, which includes the BJP, Shinde-led Shiv Sena, and Ajit Pawar’s NCP, the decision on who will succeed Shinde as the new CM remains uncertain. Accompanied by Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, Shinde visited the Raj Bhavan to submit his resignation

A royal clash erupted at the Udaipur Palace on Monday evening, stemming from a long-standing dispute within the Mewar royal family regarding the management of royal palaces and temples. The conflict escalated when Vishvraj Singh, the newly crowned Maharana of Mewar, was denied entry into the palace by the trust managed by his uncle, Shreeji Arvind Singh Mewar, and cousin, Dr. Lakshya Raj Singh. This denial led to a confrontation, resulting in three injuries and heightened security at the pala

In a thrilling IPL 2025 Auction, Afghanistan's promising spinner Allah Ghazanfar made a big splash as Mumbai Indians secured him for a whopping Rs 4.8 crore. The 18-year-old spinner, known for his brilliant performance in recent ODIs, including a standout spell against Bangladesh, attracted intense bidding from several franchises. Kolkata Knight Riders, who were interested in bringing him back, ultimately lost out to Mumbai Indians, who won the bidding war. Ghazanfar’s ris

In a bold move, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has announced that the state government will not accept a ₹100 crore donation from industrialist Gautam Adani to the Young India Skill University. This decision comes in light of the ongoing controversies surrounding Adani, including allegations of corruption and a case filed against him in the United States. The industrialist is also accused of bribing state Chief Ministers, including Andhra Pradesh’s former CM Jagan Mohan Reddy.

Prashant Kishor, the acclaimed political strategist known for his success in shaping electoral victories across India, faced a massive defeat in his home state of Bihar with the debut of his newly formed party, Jan Suraaj. Despite years of experience helping political parties succeed, Kishor’s party made no significant impact in the four constituencies it contested during the recent bypolls in Bihar. Kishor fielded candidates in Ramgarh, Tarari, Belaganj, and Imamganj, but all

Kanwal Sibal, the former Foreign Secretary of India, has strongly criticized a report from a US government department regarding the Adani Group, describing it as a violation of India's sovereignty. Sibal condemned the US for overstepping its bounds, arguing that any investigation conducted on Indian soil by US authorities would breach Indian law. He emphasized that if the US had evidence of illegal activity, it should have shared its findings with Indian authorities instead of taking unil

An unexpected and heartwarming moment unfolded in the Andhra Pradesh Assembly today, as Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan shared a hug with YCP MLC Botsa Sathyanarayana. The incident occurred right after the PAC members’ election was completed, and the brief exchange has since gone viral on social media. Initially, Pawan extended a handshake to Botsa, but the latter surprised everyone by pulling Pawan into a friendly hug. This gesture, caught on camera, has sparked interest, especially g

Posani Krishna Murali, known for his controversial and offensive language during the YCP tenure, has announced his retirement from politics, citing personal reasons and the well-being of his family. Previously, Posani was vocal in his criticisms of political figures like Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan, even making offensive remarks about Kalyan’s daughter. His remarks led to significant backlash, and during the YCP government’s five-year term, his verbal assaults became a recu

In a surprising twist in Andhra Pradesh's political landscape, a new image has gone viral, showing ABN Radhakrishna (RK), the media mogul behind ABN news, and TV5 Managing Director BR Naidu, also the TTD Chairman, engaged in a candid conversation. The photograph, which surfaced on social media, has sparked intense political discussions and humorous reactions from netizens. Both Radhakrishna and Naidu played a critical role during YS Jagan Mohan Reddy's tenure, with their med

Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has taken a commendable step that deserves applause from the entire Telugu society. Certain sections of social media have become toxic, with women from politicians' families being targeted with indecent and offensive posts. The alliance government has rightly cracked down on social media activists from the YCP who have resorted to such disgraceful behavior. However, Chandrababu Naidu didn’t stop there.He made a bold statement, declaring that he would

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy has escalated his verbal attacks on opposition leader KCR by throwing an open challenge for him to attend assembly sessions. While Revanth has achieved his goal of becoming the CM and leader of the house, he is eager to see KCR in the opposition seat, which has not happened yet due to KCR's absence from assembly sessions. In a bold statement, Revanth called out KCR to come out of hiding in his farmhouse and confront him in the assembly. He emphasized that

India has officially announced that it will not be participating in the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan, citing security concerns. This decision has raised controversy, as there were proposals for a hybrid model where India would play their matches in Dubai, but this was rejected by Pakistan. With both the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) standing firm on their positions, the future of the competition remains uncertain. Legendary Pa

The appointment of BR Naidu as the chairman of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) board has ushered in a series of transformative reforms aimed at addressing challenges left behind by the previous YCP government’s board. As the new board takes full effect, the changes introduced by BR Naidu and his team are expected to streamline operations and ensure that the Tirumala shrine continues to uphold its sanctity and efficiency. One of the most significant reforms is the comp

US Woman Warns Indian Students About Challenges of Pursuing Master’s Degrees in the US A recent post by a 26-year-old American woman has sparked a debate about the growing number of Indian students enrolling in Master’s programs at US universities. She raised concerns about financial risks, cultural differences, and unrealistic expectations tied to pursuing higher education in the US. The Rising Trend of Indian Students in US Universit

US President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed H-1B visa restrictions could have significant implications for India's economy. A report by the State Bank of India (SBI) suggests that while stricter visa rules might increase costs for Indian IT firms operating in the US, they could also encourage India to focus more on domestic manufacturing and economic independence. This potential shift aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) initiative,

Arjun Tendulkar, the 25-year-old son of cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar, made a statement in the ongoing Ranji Trophy Plate match, picking up his maiden five-wicket haul in First-Class cricket. Arjun’s stellar bowling performance saw him claim figures of 5/25, helping bowl Arunachal Pradesh out for just 84 runs on Day 1. Starting strong, Arjun dismissed Nabam Hachang in the second over and followed up with two wickets in consecutive balls in the 12th over, leaving him on a hat-t