England stormed back into the five-match T20I series with a commanding 26-run victory over India in the third match at the Niranjan Shah Stadium, Rajkot. India's batting lineup faltered while chasing a target of 172, allowing England to secure a crucial win and keep their hopes alive in the series.India’s innings lacked momentum after Adil Rashid, Jamie Overton, and Brydon Carse choked the middle overs with their disciplined bowling. Rashid dismissed the in-form Tilak Varma, who was deceived by the beauty of a delivery, marking his first failure in five T20Is. Following Tilak’s departure, the Indian innings stagnated, with Hardik
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) achieved a historic milestone on Wednesday with the successful launch of the NVS-02 satellite, part of the Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC) series. This marked ISRO's 100th satellite launch from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.The GSLV-F15 rocket lifted off from the second launch pad at 6:23 am, carrying the 2,000 kg NVS-02 satellite into a Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit within 19 minutes of liftoff. This was the 17th flight of the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle and its 11th mission using an indigenous Cryogenic Upper Stage. Declaring the mission a success,
In a major crackdown, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted surprise searches at 20 locations across Tamil Nadu on Tuesday, leading to the seizure of several digital materials and the arrest of a man accused of radicalizing youth to join the ISIS terrorist organization. The arrested individual, identified as 32-year-old Al-Fasid, worked as an ambulance driver in Chennai but is a native of Thirumullaivasal village in Mayiladuthurai district.The NIA carried out raids at five locations in Chennai, while the remaining searches took place in areas including Sirkazhi, Thirumullaivasal, and other places in Mayiladuthurai district. An official press release stated that
India will look to secure an unassailable 3-0 lead in the T20I series against England as the two teams clash in Rajkot at the batting-friendly Niranjan Shah Stadium. After contrasting half-centuries from Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma, India has shown dominance, but contributions from Suryakumar Yadav and Sanju Samson remain critical. England, trailing 0-2, will rely on Jos Buttler and their top-order to step up, while contributions from Jamie Smith and Brydon Carse will again play a vital role in their middle-order stability.India's spinners and England's pacers have driven the narrative so far, but the pitch at Rajkot, which recently
US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently had a productive phone conversation addressing key bilateral and global issues. This marked their first discussion since President Trump’s second-term inauguration. Topics ranged from immigration and trade to global security, technology, and defense.President Trump emphasized the need for India to take back Indian immigrants who are in the US illegally, noting PM Modi's assurance of "doing what’s right." Reports suggest around 18,000 Indian migrants are residing illegally in the US. While Trump remains firm on addressing illegal immigration, he welcomed legal migration of skilled workers, an area where India
The M23 rebel group has seized control of Goma, a key city in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), after a rapid offensive against the Congolese army. Videos shared by residents showed M23 fighters patrolling Goma’s streets, forcing tens of thousands of people to flee nearby towns in search of safety. The city, home to over a million people, experienced hours of gunfire and explosions before falling silent, according to local media reports.The crisis escalated as DR Congo’s foreign minister accused Rwanda of declaring war by sending troops to support the M23 rebels. Rwanda, in turn, alleged that Kinshasa
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto attended India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations as the chief guest, highlighting the deep-rooted cultural and historical ties between India and Indonesia. During a banquet hosted by President Droupadi Murmu, Subianto shared a light-hearted moment, revealing that a recent DNA test indicated he has Indian ancestry. "When I hear Indian music, I start dancing. It must be part of my Indian genes," he joked, eliciting laughter from dignitaries including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar.Subianto’s remarks underscored the enduring civilisational links between the two nations. He noted the strong influence of ancient Indian culture on
Tamil Nadu marked the 76th Republic Day with a grand celebration, showcasing unity, cultural diversity, and the ideals of the Indian Constitution. Governor R.N. Ravi unfurled the national flag at a ceremonial event in Chennai, held near the Marina beachfront and close to the Tamil Nadu Secretariat. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and other dignitaries were present, emphasizing the harmony between the state's executive and administrative arms.The celebrations began with Governor Ravi being welcomed by Chief Minister Stalin, who presented him with a bouquet. Following protocol, the Chief Minister introduced senior officers of the armed forces and the state police to
In an electrifying T20 match, India chased down England's target of 166 to secure a thrilling 2-wicket win with just four balls to spare. England, opting to bat first, posted a competitive total of 165/9 in their 20 overs. Jos Buttler spearheaded the innings with a brisk 45 off 30 balls, supported by Brydon Carse’s 31 and Harry Brook’s 13. However, England’s middle order faltered under pressure from India’s bowlers.Arshdeep Singh dismissed Phil Salt early, while Washington Sundar’s economical 1/9 spell claimed Ben Duckett’s wicket. Varun Chakravarthy and Axar Patel chipped in with crucial wickets, Patel finishing with figures of
