In a recent press conference ahead of the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru, India’s Test and ODI captain Rohit Sharma shared concerning news about pacer Mohammed Shami's rehabilitation. Addressing questions from the media, Rohit indicated that Shami is unlikely to travel with the team for the five-match Border-Gavaskar Test series in Australia due to fitness issues. Shami has been sidelined from cricket since the 2023 ODI World Cup, and despite previous optimism

The Indian government has announced the withdrawal of its High Commissioner from Canada in response to allegations linking him and other diplomats to the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. This decision comes after Canadian authorities identified the Indian High Commissioner as a "person of interest" in their investigation. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) expressed a lack of faith in the Canadian government's ability to ensure the safety of Indian diplo

Ahead of India's three-match Test series against New Zealand, former wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel expressed strong confidence in the Rohit Sharma-led side's ability to triumph over any opponent in the longest format of the game. Since New Zealand defeated India in the 2021 World Test Championship final, India has rebounded impressively, reaching another final in 2023 and currently holding the top rank in Test cricket. The team is also coming off a dominant 2-0 series win over Ban

India's wholesale inflation experienced a notable increase in September, driven largely by rising food prices, as reported by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The Wholesale Price Index (WPI) climbed by 1.84% compared to 1.31% in August on a year-on-year basis. This uptick in inflation comes amidst a broader context of economic fluctuations. The inflation rate for manufactured products, which constitutes a significant portion of the index, saw a slower growth rate of 1% in

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

The past week was significant in shaping India's economic narrative, marked by the death of industrialist Ratan Tata and shifts in monetary policy. Ratan Tata's Passing and Noel Tata's Appointment: India mourned the loss of Ratan Tata, the revered former chairman of Tata Sons, who passed away at 86. In a board meeting, Noel Tata was appointed as the new Chairman of Tata Trusts, a pivotal moment in the continuity of the Tata legacy. Noel, wh

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

India's benchmark equity indices closed lower for a second consecutive week on Friday, as market sentiment was dampened by losses in major stocks such as Titan Co. and Tata Steel Ltd. On Friday, the Nifty index slipped by 0.10%, or 24.15 points, finishing at 24,974.3, while the Sensex declined by 0.22%, or 176.01 points, closing at 81,435.40. The decline was attributed to the performance of banking stocks and Tata Consultancy Services Ltd., which contributed significantly to the

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

On Thursday, benchmark equity indices in India ended with slight gains as investors geared up for the earnings announcement from Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), the country's largest IT services firm. Additionally, inflation data from the US, set to be released after market hours, remained a focal point for traders. The Nifty index closed up by 0.07%, gaining 16.50 points to finish at 24,998.45, while the Sensex increased by 0.18%, adding 144.3 points to close at 81,611.4. Desp

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

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu's state visit to India represents a pivotal moment in the relationship between the two nations, particularly following recent diplomatic tensions caused by derogatory remarks made by Maldivian ministers about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. During his visit, President Muizzu proposed a Rs 3,000 crore currency swap deal aimed at bolstering the Maldives' foreign exchange reserves amid ongoing economic challenges. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri b

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

n a hard-fought battle during the AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers, India’s U20 football team faced off against the formidable Iranian side, ultimately succumbing to a narrow defeat by a score of 1-0. The match took place amidst high hopes and expectations, as the Indian squad aimed to showcase their talent against one of Asia’s traditional football powerhouses. From the outset, the game was marked by resilience and determination from the Indian players, who managed to conta

India's trade deficit saw a notable increase in August, reaching $29.65 billion, up from $23.5 billion in July. This expansion was primarily driven by a sharp rise in gold imports, which totaled $10 billion—an astonishing 103.7% increase compared to the previous year. The surge in gold imports is linked to a reduction in customs duties, now set at 6%, which spurred consumers to stock up ahead of the festive season. Madhavi Arora, lead economist at Emkay, noted that while t

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer recently voiced strong support for India’s bid for permanent membership in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) during the UN General Assembly's seventy-ninth session in New York. His endorsement follows similar pledges from US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron, indicating a growing consensus among major powers on the need for UNSC reform. Currently, the UNSC is comprised of five permanent members—Russia, th