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India ended Day 1 of the second Test against England on a commanding note, reaching 310/5 at stumps, thanks to standout performances from Shubman Gill (114*) and Yashasvi Jaiswal (87). Gill led the charge with a composed century, anchoring the middle order after India lost a couple of quick wickets. Ear...
Indian state-owned Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) has sealed a landmark agreement to acquire a controlling stake in Sri Lanka’s Colombo Dockyard PLC (CDPLC) for approximately USD 52.96 million, a move that experts see as a calculated effort to counter China’s growing strategic influence in the...
With an aim to reduce the travel time in Bengaluru’s southern and northern parts, the Karnataka government has approved a project worth Rs 17,780 crore to build a 16-kilometre road tunnel. According to TOI, the project will execute in two phases, and it will be the longest road tunnel in the country aft...
Foxconn, Apple’s key manufacturing partner, is facing an unexpected disruption in its India operations with the silent recall of over 300 Chinese engineers and technicians. These skilled workers, crucial to the assembly lines of iPhones, have been gradually withdrawn from Foxconn’s facilities in the sou...
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju announced on social media that the Government will convene the Monsoon Session of Parliament from July 21 to August 21, 2025, with no sittings on the 13th and 14th of August due to Independence Day celebrations. “The Hon’ble President of India has approved the proposal of the...
The second Test between India and England kicked off at Edgbaston, and while the cricket was intense, so was the on-field drama. A heated moment unfolded during India’s first innings when Yashasvi Jaiswal and England captain Ben Stokes were seen exchanging words in the middle of the pitch. The short exc...
After seven weeks of intense proceedings, a Manhattan federal jury has reached a verdict in the widely followed sex trafficking and racketeering case against hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs. Combs was convicted on charges of violating the Mann Act for transporting former partners Cassie Ventura and ano...
Microsoft is laying off up to 4 per cent of its workforce, approximately 9,100 employees, in its largest round of job cuts since 2023, according to a report by The Seattle Times on Wednesday. As of June 2024, the company employed around 228,000 people globally. A spokesperson told Bloomberg that fewer t...
After massive speculation around Diljit Dosanjh exiting ‘Border 2’, it seems that the Punjabi singer-actor has put an end to all rumours. The ‘Jogi’ actor shared a clip of special surprise that will put several such rumours to rest. Diljit Dosanjh shared a video clip featuring hi...
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav lashed out at the Election Commission of India (ECI) for not addressing concerns regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls being carried out in Bihar. The former Bihar CM has also claimed that the Narendra Modi-led Centre will impose President’s ru...
The Asia Cup 2025 is expected to take place from 5th to 21st September, with a 17-day schedule almost finalized by the Asian Cricket Council (ACC). As per early reports, the much-anticipated India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 clash is likely to be scheduled for 7th September. The tournament is expected to...
Senior BJP leader and Rajya Sabha MP Samik Bhattacharya is poised to become the new president of the West Bengal BJP, with no other contenders filing nominations by Wednesday’s deadline, according to party leaders. Bhattacharya, accompanied by outgoing president Sukanta Majumdar and Leader of the Opposi...
Smartphone Under 1000: While the world obsesses over foldables and AI-driven smartphones, a quieter, more grounded trend continues to thrive — budget-friendly feature phones under Rs 1,000. They’re not built for binge-watching or Face ID, but for many users across India, these stripped-down device...
After months of speculation, Nothing has officially unveiled its flagship smartphone Phone (3) and its first-ever over-ear Headphone (1) — both packed with signature design quirks and ambitious hardware upgrades. The global launch took place in London, and both products are now confirmed to arrive in In...
In a state that has seen more political somersaults than a circus act, Bihar’s Opposition is currently performing its most ambitious trick yet: The Great Alliance That Can’t Stop Falling Apart. As the countdown begins for the October 2025 Bihar Assembly Elections, the so-called Mahagathbandh...
Mohali (Punjab) [India], July 2 (ANI): Tensions escalated in Punjab on Wednesday as police detained several Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) supporters staging a protest against the arrest of senior party leader Bikram Singh Majithia. The protest took place near the Mohali court, where Majithia is scheduled to...
A truck carrying Kanwariyas from Rishikesh to Gangotri overturned near Narendra Nagar in Uttarakhand on Wednesday, injuring several devotees. Three are in critical condition and have been referred to a higher health centre, officials said.
Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand: A truck carrying Kanwariyas fr...
Crude oil prices hovered near previous levels on Wednesday as traders evaluated the prospect of increased output from key producers, signs of rising US stockpiles, and broader economic signals. The slight movements in prices came amid a backdrop of geopolitical stability and ongoing speculation around m...
LJP (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan, in an exclusive interaction with ABP’s Megha Prasad, said that his party is well poised to win every seat it contests in the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections. The Bihar elections will be held in a few months and Chirag Paswan is among the top four leaders on w...
Washington, DC [US], July 2 (ANI): The Foreign ministers of the Quad nations met in Washington, DC, on July 1 to reaffirm their steadfast commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Japan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Takes...
NASA has announced that astronaut Anil Menon will undertake his first journey to the International Space Station (ISS) in June 2026, where he will serve as a flight engineer and be part of the Expedition 75 crew. According to a statement from NASA, Menon will lift off aboard the Roscosmos Soyuz MS-29 sp...
Another West Bengal minister on Tuesday sparked a controversy for trivialising the recent Kolkata law college gang-rape case. This time, Trinamool Congress leader Manas Bhunia stirred a row after he allegedly called the crime a “small incident”. Following his remark, the Bharatiya Janata Par...
The Instagram accounts of many Pakistani actors including Mawra Hocane, Saba Qamar, Ahad Raza Mir, Yumna Zaidi, and Danish Taimoor are now visible in India. However, IG accounts of other Pakistan actors such as Fawad Khan, Mahira Khan, Hania Aamir, and Atif Aslam continue to remain “unavailable...
The United States Senate on Tuesday narrowly approved US President Donald Trump’s massive tax cuts and spending bill, following an intense overnight session that saw Republicans scrambling to secure enough support within their own party ranks. Vice President J.D. Vance cast the tie-breaking vote to pass...
A political storm is brewing in Karnataka Congress after senior MLA B R Patil’s viral phone call and subsequent remarks raised fresh questions about Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s ascent, leading to speculation about leadership change within the party. While Patil aired his dissatisfaction, CM Siddaramai...
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar issued a firm and unequivocal message on terrorism ahead of the Quad Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Washington, DC, asserting New Delhi’s sovereign right to defend its citizens. Speaking in the presence of his counterparts from the US, Japan, and Australia, Jaishank...
The ongoing feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk continues to deepen as the US President on Tuesday signalled potential action of deportation against the Tesla and SpaceX CEO. When asked by reporters whether Musk could face deportation, Trump replied: “I don’t know, we’ll have to ta...
With less than a year remaining before West Bengal heads to assembly polls, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is preparing to announce its new state president this week, setting the stage for a keenly watched leadership decision amid heightened speculation and internal jostling. BJP MLA and returning off...
The Shiv Sena (UBT) and the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) came together on Tuesday to issue a joint invitation for a rally on July 5 in Mumbai, celebrating what they are calling ‘Marathi Vijay Diwas’. The event is being held to celebrate the Maharashtra government’s rollback of a contentious three-la...
The Karnataka High Court on Tuesday ordered a CBI probe into the alleged Valmiki Scheduled Tribe Development Corporation scam, in a major setback for the Chief Minister Siddaramaiah-led Congress government. The court has aslo directed the CBI to submit a detailed status report on the matter. The order w...
An unrepeatable heatwave that has scorched southern Europe for days is now gripping northern regions, triggering health warnings, school closures, and wildfire evacuations. Scientists are calling this an unusual early-season weather event, intensified by human-induced climate change. Red Alerts Issued a...
As an alleged gang rape at a prominent Kolkata law college has sparked outrage, the accused are also facing allegations of intimidation, repeated complaints along with claims of political patronage shielding. The arrest of Monojit ‘Mango’ Mishra—a former student turned college employee—along with two co...
AICC General Secretary and party’s Karnataka in-charge Randeep Surjewala on Tuesday ruled out that there is no exercise underway on leadership change in the state. His remarks came amid buzz over a possible leadership change in Karnataka and internal bickering in the party’s state unit over...
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday launched the ‘RailOne’ mobile app during the 40th Foundation Day celebrations of the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS). Available for download on both Android and iOS platforms, the app is designed as a comprehensive solution for nearly all...
The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Bangalore Bench, on Tuesday ruled that the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) cricket team is prima facie responsible for the stampede that occurred near Chinnaswamy Stadium, which claimed 11 lives during the team’s IPL 2025 victory celebration. The Tribunal als...
The Indian markets witnessed a highly volatile trading session on Tuesday. While the indices traded in green, the gains remained muted as investors remained on the lookout for a potential trade deal between the US and India. Both S Jaishankar and the White House expressed optimism regarding a deal betwe...
New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) The Indian Navy rescued 14 countrymen serving as crew members on-board a Palau-flagged tanker MT Yi Cheng 6 which caught fire in the North Arabian Sea, an official said on Tuesday. The Indian Navy undertook the high-risk firefighting and rescue operation on Sunday demonstrating...
Digital Disconnect: So, yes, I arrived late to the Phulera party. But better late than never, right? I finally sat down to binge the latest season of Panchayat — that rare gem of a show that still believes in subtlety, heart, and bite-sized 30-minute episodes that don’t feel like a hostage situation. It...
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) highlighted a significant decline in democratic standards in the country, fueled by increasing concerns over the “legitimacy of the general elections and the weakening of the parliamentary system”. Addressing a press conference on Monday, the HRCP launched...
India’s manufacturing industry wrapped up the first quarter of the current fiscal year on a strong note, with the HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index climbing to a 14-month peak in June. The index rose to 58.4 in June from 57.6 in May, indicating a substantial improvement in overall busi...
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares for a five-nation diplomatic tour beginning July 2, Brazil has expressed strong interest in India’s cutting-edge Akash air defence system—hailed for its precision and reliability during Operation Sindoor. India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), during a...
New Delhi: After a rollercoaster ride of rumours, legal spats and unexpected exits, ‘Hera Pheri 3’ finally has some good news in store for fans. Actor Paresh Rawal, who had previously stepped away from the much-awaited sequel, has officially confirmed his return to the franchise alongside co...
Telangana Chemical Factory Blast: The death toll in the Sigachi Pharma Industries explosion in Sangareddy has risen to 34, said Paritosh Pankaj, Sangareddy Superintendent of Police. Rescue teams have now pulled out more bodies from beneath the debris. The tragedy unfolded at Sigachi Industries in Pasham...
Tensions flared in Bhubaneswar on Monday following a violent attack on Ratnakar Sahoo, the Additional Commissioner of the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC). The Kharvelnagar Police Station has registered an FIR, and three suspects — Jeevan Rout, Rashmi Mahapatra, and Debashis Pradhan — have been t...
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday forecast above-average rainfall across most parts of India for July, cautioning that central India, Uttarakhand, and Haryana are particularly vulnerable to flooding. The warning comes amid reports of rain-related damage and ongoing monsoon disruptions...
The South Calcutta Law College has been shut for an indefinite period following the alleged gang rape of a first-year law student, with college authorities announcing a suspension of all BA LLB and LLM classes, according to a notification issued on Monday. The decision, taken by the college’s governing...
ABP Exclusive: Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav’s elder son and former Bihar minister, Tej Pratap Yadav, confirmed in an interview with ABP News that the social media post acknowledging his relationship with Anushka Yadav was indeed made by him. “The post was made from my ID; we acce...
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday moved towards appointing a new national president as the party completed the election of state chiefs, with just a few more to be appointed on Tuesday. As mandated by the BJP’s constitution, the election of state presidents in at least 19 out of 37 organization...
A major road-widening project in Bihar’s Jehanabad district has become the focus of public scrutiny after several mature trees were left standing in the middle of a newly constructed 7.48-kilometre stretch of the Patna-Gaya main road. The project, completed at a cost of Rs 100 crore and located approxim...
India continues to act as a key engine of global growth, thanks to its stable macroeconomic environment and policy discipline, according to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) latest Financial Stability Report (FSR) released on Monday. Despite an increasingly volatile and unpredictable global landsc...
