Ravichandran Ashwin provided India with an early breakthrough by dismissing New Zealand captain Tom Latham for 15 runs, followed by the wicket of Will Young. Ashwin’s precision spin on the leg stump and sharp turn led to effective lbw and catch dismissals, solidifying India’s position in the second Test against New Zealand. Read More
Delhi’s air quality remains in the ‘very poor’ category with AQI levels over 330. Environment Minister Gopal Rai attributes the worsening pollution to northwesterly winds carrying stubble burn effects from Haryana and Punjab. He urges actions including banning diesel vehicles and exploring artificial rain solutions. Read More
Sunil Gavaskar criticises India’s decision to exclude Kuldeep Yadav in favor of Washington Sundar for the second Test against New Zealand, viewing it as a sign of panic. He believes Yadav’s left-arm wrist spin was crucial against New Zealand’s left-handers. India, trailing in the series, must win to protect their home record and WTC... Read More
Shubam Kumar, a labourer from Uttar Pradesh, was shot by terrorists in Pulwama’s Tral area, sustaining injuries to his arm. This attack is the third in a week targeting non-local labourers in Kashmir, following fatal attacks in Ganderbal and Shopian districts. Kumar is receiving treatment at a nearby hospital. Read More
The Supreme Court has expressed frustration over the failure of the Centre, CAQM, and Punjab and Haryana governments to control stubble burning, stating that citizens have a fundamental right to a pollution-free environment. The court insists on increasing penalties and criticizes the lack of effective measures and penal action against farmers. Read More
Ravichandran Ashwin has surpassed Nathan Lyon, becoming the seventh-highest wicket-taker in Test cricket history with 531 wickets. His pivotal performance during India’s second Test against New Zealand has solidified his standing as one of the game’s premier off-spinners, contributing crucial breakthroughs and extending his tally in the World Test Championship. Read More
A special court has framed charges against Congress MP Imran Masood for a decade-old speech during the 2014 Lok Sabha elections where he threatened violence against then Gujarat CM Narendra Modi. Masood faces multiple IPC sections and other charges, which he dismisses as politically motivated. The trial will proceed in the special MP/MLA court. Read More
