Zak Foulkes, after a whirlwind return from New Zealand, starred on his Test debut by claiming 4 wickets as New Zealand bowled out Zimbabwe for 125 in Bulawayo. The 23-year-old's late call-up, prompted by an injury to Nathan Smith, saw him help set up a dominant Kiwi lead with crucial support from Matt Henry and strong top-order batting.
Hari Kirtan Dangal in Rajasthan is experiencing a wave of renewed energy, with towns like Hulaspora and Dhanera hosting lively song-and-dance duels led by Meena artists. Blending devotion and cultural pride, these gatherings have now exploded online, fueling fresh interest in the region’s folk traditions.
A mother and her young daughter were struck and killed by a speeding pickup truck while crossing Sitapur's National Highway. The truck driver fled the scene, sparking outrage and renewed debate about road safety measures in the region.
Ireland Women scraped past Scotland Women by just 1 wicket in a gripping ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier 2025 clash in Lahore. Chasing 269, Ireland held their nerve under pressure to win and stay in the World Cup hunt, while Scotland's impressive performance showed their progress on the big stage.
Swami Prasad Maurya, former minister in Uttar Pradesh, was slapped by a man identified as a Karni Sena worker during a public event in Raebareli. The shocking act, caught on video, led to Maurya accusing both the Karni Sena and the current UP government of orchestrating the attack. The incident has heightened political tension across the region.
Raghuvansh Prasad Singh quit RJD in 2020, slamming the party for dynasty politics and the sidelining of socialist ideals. His resignation, just before the Bihar polls, exposed deep internal rifts and drew attention to the family's grip on RJD leadership and alleged compromise with criminal influences.
RBI kept the repo rate steady at 5.5% at its August 2025 meeting, pausing further cuts amid global trade tensions and despite inflation hitting a six-year low. Borrowers won't see immediate changes to home or car loan EMIs, with the central bank keeping a watchful stance until its next review in September.
Kartavya Bhavan-03, a major part of the Central Vista project in New Delhi, was inaugurated by PM Modi, bringing key ministries under one eco-friendly, high-tech roof. This new complex symbolizes a move towards modern, citizen-focused governance and aims to replace outdated colonial structures.
At the 17th BRICS Summit, leaders discussed recent terrorism but skipped mentioning the 2008 Mumbai attacks, leading to tough questions in India’s Rajya Sabha. The summit pushed for stronger UN action and backed India's climate goals, fueling debate over how India prioritizes its diplomatic messages.
A faulty fax machine during Satyapal Malik’s governorship in 2019 symbolized the messy logistics behind Jammu and Kashmir’s Article 370 revocation. As communication lagged between Delhi and Srinagar, the incident highlighted the practical challenges fueling an already tense political transformation.