IPL Qualifier 1: Patidar’s blitz powers RCB to record 254/5 vs GT

Rajat Patidar’s sensational 93 off 33 balls led Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a massive 254/5 against Gujarat Titans in IPL Qualifier 1. RCB also set a new record for the highest-ever total in an IPL playoff match. A blistering knock from Rajat Patidar, backed by crucial contributions from Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal and Krunal Pandya, … Read more

PM Modi, Japanese FM reaffirm India-Japan partnership for Indo-Pacific

PM Modi met Japanese FM Toshimitsu Motegi, reaffirming the India-Japan partnership’s role in Indo-Pacific peace. The meeting came after the Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meet, where new initiatives on energy and mineral security were adopted. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday reaffirmed the importance of the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership during his meeting with … Read more

“From Chaos To Connectivity”: Mumbai Entrepreneur Compares India And Switzerland Infrastructure

A Mumbai entrepreneur sparked debate after comparing Switzerland’s advanced transport, walkability and planning with India’s urban infrastructure challenges. His LinkedIn post highlighted efficiency abroad versus congestion and chaos in Indian cities. An entrepreneur and investor from Mumbai has sparked an online discussion after sharing his observations on Switzerland’s infrastructure and contrasting it with India’s urban … Read more

Perumbavoor Shocker: A Normal Day Turns Fatal After a Sudden Electric Jolt!

Nikhil’s brother Rajan was also electrocuted while trying to rescue him after Nikhil collapsed, still clutching a live clothesline. The shocking incident highlights how dangerous such situations can be, as both brothers suffered electric shocks during the desperate rescue attempt. Kochi: A man in Perumbavoor’s Thannipuzha area has died from an electric shock. The victim … Read more

AIADMK turmoil: Truce likely as another MLA backs EPS, seeks apology

Amid AIADMK infighting, a truce is possible as MLA P Balakrishna Reddy and others back EPS. However, the party weakens as four MLAs resign to join the ruling TVK, while others face disqualification for violating the anti-defection law. Amid factionalism and MLAs leaving the AIADMK, a truce among some of the remaining MLAs is likely … Read more

Nepal PM Balendra Shah holds rare meeting with EU envoys on budget

Nepali PM Balendra Shah met with EU ambassadors to discuss the national budget and bilateral cooperation. He assured diplomats of policy continuity, a focus on good governance, and commitment to strengthening ties in trade, investment, and tourism. Nepali Prime Minister Balendra Shah on Tuesday held a joint meeting with non-resident ambassadors and mission heads of … Read more

Telecom subscribers cross 1.33 billion in April; FWA sees major jump

India’s telecom sector added 6.95 million subscribers in April 2026, reaching 1337.54 million. TRAI data shows broad-based gains, with Fixed Wireless Access growing fastest at 2.53% and broadband users crossing 1.07 billion. India’s telecom sector posted broad-based gains in April 2026, with wireless and broadband leading the uptick as total telephone subscribers rose by 6.95 … Read more

Projecting Power,Not Playing Defence: India’s Case for Carrier Battle Groups Agains String of Pearls

India must strengthen its maritime strategy by developing carrier battle groups to counter China’s growing presence in the Indian Ocean. Beijing’s “String of Pearls” network and expanding naval deployments pose strategic challenges to India’s sea lanes. New Delhi: The Indian Ocean is not a quiet backyard; it is a crowded arena where great powers compete … Read more