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The Political and Business Daily - July 02, 2025

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Herausgeber: Deejanshu-Media-Pvt-Ltd

Kategorie: Newspaper

Sprache: English

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The Political and Business Daily is essentially a business paper with strong political content.

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July 02, 2025

Gross GST kitty up 6.2 pc to over *.84 lakh cr in Jun

GROSS GST collections increased by 6.2 per cent to over Rs 1.84 lakh crore in June but slipped below the Rs 2 lakh crore mark recorded in the previous two months.

1 mins

SC introduces reservation for apex court employees

IN a first, the Supreme Court has introduced a formal reservation policy for the direct appointment and promotion of its staffers belonging to scheduled castes and scheduled tribes.

1 mins

Cabinet nods Khelo Bharat Niti

Says it will bring India into top-5 of world sports

1 mins

Shah: Criminal laws framed to ensure citizens’ rights protected

UNION Home Minister Amit Shah termed the enactment of three new criminal laws as the biggest reform in independent India and said they will make the judicial process process not only affordable and accessible but also simpler, time-bound and transparent.

1 mins

Very gross oversimplification, misleading to make India-US relations about China: EAM

EXTERNAL Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said that it is a “very gross oversimplification” and “even misleading at times” to make the India-US relationship about China.

1 mins

Odisha CM asks private banks to expedite loans to poor people

ODISHA Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday asked major private banks to extend more credit to poor people of the state under various welfare schemes.

1 mins

Bhumi Pednekar applauds UNDP India's efforts to empower youth in driving sustainable development goals

ACTRESS Bhumi Pednekar has praised UNDP India for its efforts to empower young people in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

1 mins

Loneliness: 1 in 6 people worldwide affected, 100 deaths every hour: WHO

NEARLY 17 per cent or one in six people worldwide is affected by loneliness, and the condition was linked to an estimated 100 deaths every hour -- more than 8,71,000 deaths annually between 2014 and 2023, according to a new report by the World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday.

1 mins

As B'desh marks one year of July protests, former PM Hasina's son says 'democracy under threat'

Son of former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, on Tuesday, highlighted that 10 months after last year's violent July protests in the South Asian country, many people have begun to realise the gravity of their mistake \"after being misled\" into participating in the movement.

2 mins

'The Soul of a Nation’, a book on Hindu nationalism to hit the stands next month

Te concept of Hindu nationalism remains one of the most discussed, yet least understood ideas of modern times.

1 mins

The Third Eye: A cause for concern in the Middle East

ALTHOUGH a triangular contest between Iran, Israel and the Arab states of the Gulfprincipally Saudi Arabia and UAEmarked the scene in the Middle East, it is the military confrontation between Iran and Israel that is currently the cause of a crisis in the region.

5 mins

KIIT-DU expands global footprint with MoUs in Malta and Bulgaria

IN a major step toward strengthening its global academic presence, KIIT Deemed to be University (KIIT-DU) has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with two esteemed international institutions — the American University of Malta (AUM) and Burgas Free University (BFU) in Bulgaria.

1 mins

Heavy rain causes severe waterlogging in low-lying areas

A heavy downpour lasting about one and a half hours on Tuesday afternoon caused widespread waterlogging in several low-lying residential and market areas across Cuttack, exposing gaps in the Cuttack Municipal Corporation’s (CMC) monsoon preparedness claims.

1 mins

Govt deploys special health teams to combat post-diarrhoea and flood-linked emergencies

Amid rising health concerns following diarrhoea outbreaks and flood-related disruptions, the Odisha Government has taken swift and proactive measures by deploying specialized health teams to the worst-affected districts of Keonjhar, Balasore, and Mayurbhanj.

1 mins

Flood situation in Balasore critical, 100 villages impacted

THE flood situation in Balasore remained critical on Tuesday, as people of around 100 villages in northern parts of the district grappled with inundated roads and fields, officials said.

1 mins

UG admissions final round: 49,818 students selected across Odisha

THE Higher Education Department of Odisha has published the third and final selection merit list for Phase-I admission into undergraduate (+3 Degree) courses for the academic session 2025-26, with 49,818 students selected across streams.

1 mins

Odisha to host national Energy Ministers' Conclave

ODISHA is set to take center stage in India's energy transition journey as it prepares to host the Energy Ministers' Conclave towards the end of this year.

1 mins

IPS officer's instruction to "break legs" of Odisha Congress protesters sparks row

AN IPS officer of the Odisha cadre has allegedly instructed police personnel to \"break legs\" of some Congress workers and assured them of \"rewards\" for their action, prompting the opposition party in the state to condemn such a remark.

1 mins

H&UD Dept launches intensive training to build financial backbone of ULBS

IN a bid to strengthen financial governance at the grassroots urban level, the Odisha Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Department has launched a 40-day residential Induction Training Programme for newly appointed Accountants of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs).

1 mins

Service to 'Mahaprabhu' is a blessing, not a duty: CM Mohan Charan Majhi

TT |Odisha

2 mins

CM Majhi asks private banks to expedite loans to poor people

DISHA Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday asked major private banks to extend more credit to poor people of the state under various welfare schemes.

1 mins

GKEL organises blood donation camp, collects 298 units of blood

GMR Kamalanga Energy Limited (GKEL), a subsidiary of GMR Power and Urban Infrastructure Limited (GPUIL), in collaboration with the District Blood Centre, Dhenkanal, organised a highly successful blood donation camp on Tuesday.

1 mins

Assault on senior OAS officer: Odisha BJP chief suspends five party workers

A day after Odisha Administrative Services (OAS) officer and Additional Commissioner of Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) Ratnakar Sahoo was assaulted by some alleged supporters of senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Jagannath Pradhan, the party state unit president Manmohan Samal on Tuesday suspended five BJP workers, including a corporator from the primary membership of the party.

3 mins

Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation staffers launch 'cease work' over 'assault' on senior colleague

EMPLOYEES of the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC), including sanitation workers, on Tuesday launched a 'cease work' protest over the alleged assault on an on-duty senior colleague the previous day.

3 mins

DIC presents promotion orders to newly elevated executives of Rourkela Steel Plant

EXECUTIVES of Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) who have been elevated to the positions of General Managers and Deputy General Managers received their promotion orders from the Director In-Charge (DIC) at a formal function held on Tuesday.

1 mins

Aadhaar can turn possibilities into reality: Odisha Chief Secretary Ahuja

DESCRIBING Aadhaar as a transformative force in governance, Chief Secretary of Odisha Manoj Ahuja on Tuesday said that the Aadhaar platform has evolved into a powerful tool to convert possibilities into reality and significantly improve lives across the state.

2 mins

Vedanta Aluminium serves more than two lakh devotees as Rath Yatra commences in Puri

VEDANTA Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, marked the commencement of the world-famous Rath Yatra festival in Puri with a series of thoughtful initiatives focused on facilitating community welfare, cultural celebration, and spiritual devotion among visitors.

2 mins

Power projects will be milestone for Odisha's energy infrastructure: Deputy CM Singh Deo

ODISHA’S Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Energy, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, asserted that the state’s ongoing power projects will be “milestones in strengthening Odisha’s electricity infrastructure,” as he chaired a high-level review meeting on Tuesday.

1 mins

Doctor's Day observed at RSP-Run Ispat General Hospital

DOCTOR'S Day was observed at the Ispat General Hospital (IGH) of Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) on Tuesday, in collaboration with the Indian Medical Association (IMA), Rourkela Chapter.

1 mins

Aashirvaad leads devotees on a tech-enabled 'Bhakti Pathe' at Puri Rath Yatra

AASHIRVAAD, India’s No.1 packaged atta brand, continues its long-standing association with the iconic Puri Rath Yatra by launching an innovative, first-of-its-kind spiritual experience called ‘Bhakti Pathe’ (Path of Devotion).

1 mins

'Guhari 2025' begins with soulful devotion to Lord Jagannath in Bhubaneswar

THE spiritual aura of Ratha Yatra found its perfect resonance in music as the Shree Jagannath Bhakti Sangeet Samaroh — Guhari 2025 - commenced today at Utkal Rangamancha, Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Odissi Research Centre, Bhubaneswar.

1 mins

Social activist Ray raises concerns over Rourkela Sector-22 Jagannath Temple management

SOCIAL activist PP Ray has voiced strong dissatisfaction over the recent developments concerning the formation of a new management committee for the Shri Jagannath Temple and Gundicha Temple at Sector22, Rourkela.

1 mins

363 students admitted to IIM Sambalpur for MBA courses for 2025-27 academic year

A total of 363 graduate students have been admitted to IIM Sambalpur for MBA courses for the academic year 2025-27, an official said on Tuesday.

1 mins

ECoR registers 9.69pc surge in Q1FY26 freight loading

IN a strong start to the fiscal year, East Coast Railway (ECOR) has posted an impressive 9.69 per cent growth in freight loading during the first quarter of FY 2025-26 (FY26), reflecting its continued focus on efficiency, coordination, and customer-centric operations.

1 mins

Rahul Gandhi to visit Odisha on July 11, address ‘Samvidhan Bachao’ rally at Bhubaneswar

CONGRESS leader Rahul Gandhi would visit Odisha on July 11 to address a public meeting here, OPCC president Bhakta Charan Das said on Tuesday.

1 mins

Bihar govt launches scheme to financially support youths for carrying out internships

THE Bihar government on Tuesday launched the 'Mukhya Mantri Pratigya' scheme to provide financial support to youths for carrying out internship programmes after clearing their class 12 board examination.

1 mins

Air Travel is Essential, So Are the Airlines!

On June 12th, the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Odisha flagged off the inaugural direct flight from Bhubaneswar to Abu Dhabi. This marks a significant milestone for aviation in the state, as every new air connection between city pairs unlocks fresh opportunities for people and businesses alike. Being a part of the aviation sector, I feel privileged to contribute in my small way to strengthening Odisha’s air connectivity. It is especially heartening to hear stories from everyday people whose lives have been positively transformed by improved air access.

3 mins

Editorial Beauty Madness

The Anti-Aging Obsession

2 mins

Protein abundant in human body worsening diabetes: IIT Bombay study

RESEARCHERS at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay have identified a previously unknown trigger of diabetes in collagen -- the most abundant protein in the human body -- that is also worsening the blood sugar condition.

1 mins

US foreign aid cuts could result in over 1.4 crore preventable deaths globally: Lancet

STEEP funding cuts to the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) could result in over 1.4 crore preventable deaths by 2030, a third of which could be among children aged under five, according to a study published in The Lancet journal.

2 mins

Iran's Nuclear Program - Destroyed or Not?

Even as it is still not clear whether lran’s’ capabilities have been damaged by US-Israel bombings, it puzzles one with Iran’s obsession for nuclear program, writes Asad Mirza.

4 mins

Himachal minister booked for assaulting senior NHAI officials

HIMACHAL Pradesh minister Anirudh Singh was on Tuesday booked for wrongful restraint and voluntarily causing hurt after he allegedly assaulted two NHAI officials while inspecting a building collapse site, officials said.

1 mins

Expect heavy rain over next 6-7 days across India: IMD

THE India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday said very heavy rainfall is expected in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan over some of the next six to seven days.

1 mins

Citizens should register themselves as voters only in constituencies they are ordinary residents: CEC

CHIEF Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Tuesday asserted that eligible citizens should register themselves as voters only in constituencies of which they are ordinary resi-

1 mins

EC clarification on Bihar electoral rolls revision confusing, misleading, says CPI(ML) Liberation

CPI(ML) Liberation leader Dipankar Bhattacharya on Tuesday said the Election Commission's attempts to provide clarification on the special intensive revision of electoral rolls in Bihar were only adding to the confusion and misinformation surrounding the exercise.

1 mins

President Droupadi Murmu launches week-long 'Van Mahotsav' in Gorakhpur

PRESIDENT Droupadi Murmu launched the week-long Van Mahotsav, which will be celebrated from July 1 to 7 across the country, at a university here on Tuesday, officials said.

1 mins

'Brutal tool' of economic injustice, corporate cronyism: Rahul on GST

WITH the Goods and Services Tax (GST) completing eight years, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday claimed that it is a \"brutal tool of corporate cronyism\" and asserted that a reformed GST must be \"people-first, business-friendly, and truly federal in spirit\".

1 mins

Centre notifies scheme for PM's awards for excellence in public administration

THE Centre on Tuesday notified the scheme for the Prime Minister's awards for Excellence in Public Administration 2025, a Personnel Ministry statement said.

1 mins

'Udaygiri', second ship of Project 17A stealth frigate delivered to Indian Navy

THE second ship of Project 17A stealth frigate, 'Udaygiri', equipped with state-of-the-art weapons and sensors, was delivered to the Navy on Tuesday, officials said.

1 mins

PM running away from Manipur situation, Trump's claims: Congress taunts Modi ahead of 5-nation tour

TAKING a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his visit abroad, the Congress on Tuesday said the \"frequent flier PM\" is off on a five-nation \"jaunt\" and alleged that he is running away from four issues, including the Manipur situation and US President Donald Trump's claims about bringing about a ceasefire between India and Pakistan.

1 mins

UNDP India partners with talent agency to engage youth in support for SDGs

UNDP India has announced a strategic partnership with a talent agency to elevate youth engagement in advancing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

1 mins

'Maulana' Tejashwi Yadav playing communal card before polls: BJP

THE BJP on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav over his remarks on the Waqf Act, calling him a \"Maulana\" and accusing him of polarising the society in Bihar on communal lines sensing opposition Mahagathbandhan's \"imminent\" defeat in the assembly polls due later this year.

1 mins

PNB waives penalty for low balance in savings accounts

IN a major step towards promoting financial inclusion, Punjab National Bank (PNB) has announced a complete waiver of penal charges for non-maintenance of Minimum Average Balance (MAB) in all savings accounts.

1 mins

Stock markets close higher on buying in Reliance, HDFC Bank

BENCHMARK stock indices Sensex and Nifty closed higher in a rangebound trade on Tuesday, helped by gains in index heavyweight Reliance Industries and HDFC Bank.

1 mins

India, US may sign interim trade agreement this week: Report

INDIA is on course to finalise an interim trade agreement with the US as early as this week to escape the tariff hike on its exports proposed by President Donald Trump, according to a report in the Financial Times.

2 mins

India's mineral production stays on high growth path in first 2 months of FY26

THE production of key minerals in India has continued to witness strong growth during the first two months of FY 2025-26, after reaching record production levels in FY 202425, according to official figures released on Tuesday.

1 mins

Coal Ministry to launch exploration module on Single Window Clearance System Portal

IN a move towards achieving end-to-end digitalisation of the coal exploration value chain, the government on Tuesday said it is set to launch the Exploration Module on the Single Window Clearance System web portal.

1 mins

India marching towards inclusive growth despite global uncertainties: HUL Chairman

DESPITE global uncertainties, the Indian economy is moving steadily towards sustainable and inclusive growth, Hindustan Unilever (HUL) Chairman Nitin Paranjpe has said.

1 mins

ATF price hiked by steep 7.5pc, commercial LPG rate cut by ₹58.5

THE price of jet fuel (ATF) was sharply increased by 7.5 per cent on Tuesday, while the cost of LPG used in commercial establishments was reduced by Rs 58.50 per cylinder, reflecting shifts in international benchmark rates.

1 mins

Nasscom unveils Talent Council to drive India's future digital workforce

IN a move to strengthen India’s position as a global technology talent hub, Nasscom on Tuesday announced the formation of its new Talent Council — a strategic industry-led initiative dedicated to building a future-ready, globally competitive digital workforce.

1 mins

Cabinet okays ₹1L cr Employment Linked Incentive Scheme to create 3.5 crore jobs

THE Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday approved the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme, with an outlay of Rs 1 lakh crore aimed at creating 3.5 crore additional jobs in the next two years.

2 mins

More Than Medicine: How doctors shape the habits that keep us healthy

THEY greet us with a smile, a stethoscope, and a piece of advice. Over time, those words — repeated in clinics, hospitals, and check-ups — turn into habits. On this Doctor’s Day, we celebrate the medical professionals who've given us more than prescriptions. They've given us better ways to live. Because doctors don’t just treat — they teach.

1 mins

Odisha Vigilance arrests senior officer on corruption charges

THE Odisha Vigilance on Tuesday arrested a senior officer after detecting in his possession assets disproportionate to his known sources of income, officials said.

1 mins

Flipkart Foundation and Goonj launch 'Udaan' to promote menstrual wellbeing

FLIPKART Foundation, in collaboration with Goonj, has launched 'Udaan: Empowered by Flipkart Foundation', a nationwide initiative aimed at improving menstrual wellbeing among women and adolescent girls. The project targets stigma reduction, awareness building, access to sustainable hygiene products, and enabling community-led action across underserved regions.

1 mins

Schoolgirl raped with hands, legs tied in Ganjam, 1 held

FEMALE student of class 7 was raped allegedly by a distant relative in Ganjam district, police said on Tuesday.

1 mins

Jio surpasses 5 lakh Fiber and AirFiber subscribers in Odisha

RELIANCE Jio has crossed a major milestone in Odisha, becoming the first and only operator to surpass 5 lakh JioFiber and JioAirFiber subscribers in the state.

1 mins

Chhattisgarh receives investment proposals of ₹1.25L cr at an event

CHHATTISGARH received investment proposals of Rs 1.25 lakh crore in various sectors on Tuesday, boosting the cumulative value of such offers to more than Rs 6.75 lakh crore over the past 18 months.

1 mins

Tata Steel promotes circular economy with ferrochrome slag use in roads and ferroalloy production

TATA Steel’s Ferro Alloys and Minerals Division (FAMD) has taken a major stride towards circular economy by constructing a 1.5-kilometre internal road at its Gopalpur Ferro Alloys Plant (FAP) in Ganjam district using Ferrochrome slag chips — a by-product of Ferrochrome production.

1 mins

Priyank Kharge’s call for ban on RSS gets 'dreams' riposte from BJP

KARNATAKA Minister Priyank Kharge’s call to ban the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on coming to power at the Centre raised the hackles in Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ranks as it responded with ‘haseen sapne’ (happy dreams) jibe. From central ministers to senior BJP leaders, all took strong offence to Congress leader’s objectionable labelling of the party’s ideological mentor, with some even daring him to ban the right-wing organisation

1 mins

Against general public Interest: Mayawati on railway increasing fares

BAHUJAN Samaj Party chief Mayawati on Tuesday termed the decision of the Railway Ministry to increase the fares as one “against the general public interest and more of a business-minded decision rather than the welfare objective of the Constitution”.

2 mins

Boating at Delhi's Purana Qila now close to reality, trials begin

A leisurely boat ride along the ancient walls of Delhi's Purana Qila is now a possibility, as boating trials began this week at the historic site's artificial lake.

1 mins

Delhi University’s NCWEB opens UG admissions offering over 15,000 seats

UNIVERSITY of Delhi's Non-Collegiate Women's Education Board (NCWEB) on Tuesday opened its undergraduate admissions for the academic year, offering 15,200 seats across 26 centres.

1 mins

February 2020 riots: Delhi High Court to hear Sharjeel Imam’s bail plea on July 9

THE Delhi High Court would on July 9 hear the bail plea of activist Sharjeel Imam in a February 2020 riots case.

1 mins

Delhi government directs Labour Dept to make changes to allow women to work in night shifts

THE Delhi government has directed the Labour Department to make necessary changes to allow women to work in night shifts--but only with their consent, Raj Niwas officials said on Tuesday.

2 mins

Delhi Jal Board forms panel to provide water to Kanwar Yatra camps

FOR the upcoming Kanwar Yatra, scheduled to start from July 11, the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) has formed a panel of 11 officials to coordinate closely with magistrate offices and Kanwar camp organisers to provide clean drinking water.

1 mins

NDMC announces open air museum with sculptures, performing arts in central Delhi

THE New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) is planning to transform the central Delhi's Mandi House area, which houses notable cultural centres, into a curated sculpture walk and art district along the lines of the existing ones in the US, UK and Japan.

1 mins

Kejriwal on three-day Gujarat visit after Visavadar bypoll win, to launch ‘Gujarat Jodo’ campaign

AAM Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday embarked on a three-day visit to Gujarat following the party's bypoll victory in the Visavadar Assembly constituency, amid efforts by AAP to expand its organisational footprint in the western state.

1 mins

Bangladeshi transgender nabbed in Delhi less than a month after deportation; 6 others also detained

A Bangladeshi national who was among the 300 illegal immigrants taken to Tripura onboard a flight from the Hindon Airbase and then deported has found her way back to the same locality in northwest Delhi in less than a month, an official said on Tuesday.

1 mins

Parliament security breach: Delhi HC to pass order on bail pleas today

THE Delhi High Court would on July 2 decide the bail pleas of two accused persons in the December 2023 Parliament security breach case.

1 mins

CM Gupta urges doctors to work with govt to transform Delhi into medical hub

DELHI Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday sought the support of doctors to make the national capital a medical hub on the occasion of National Doctors' Day.

1 mins

Pakistan starts UNSC presidency

PAKISTAN on Tuesday said that it assumed the Presidency of the UN Security Council for the month of July with a “sense of purpose, humility and conviction” to promote respect of law and multilateralism.

1 mins

Without EV subsidies, Musk to close up shop, head back home to South Africa, says Trump

US President Donald Trump has issued a deportation warning for Tesla and Space CEO Elon Musk who also served as his former advisor, saying the tech billionaire may need to \"close up shop\" and move back to South Africa in absence of electric vehicle (EV) subsidies.

1 mins

Hurricane Flossie strengthens further off Mexico's Pacific coast

HURRICANE Flossie has continued to strengthen off Mexico's southwestern Pacific coast with maximum sustained winds of 140 kph, according to the US National Hurricane Centre in Miami.

1 mins

Elections in Bangladesh will be held early next year: Yunus tells Rubio

BANGLADESHI interim government's Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus has sought US support for the country's democratic transition and reaffirmed that elections would be held “in the early part of next year\" during his conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

1 mins

China sanctions former Filipino lawmaker who defended Philippines' South China Sea claims

CHINA sanctioned a former Filipino lawmaker Tuesday over perceived “anti-China” positions, including his authorship of bills that marked out the Philippines’ territorial claims in the disputed South China Sea.

1 mins

Pakistan, India exchange lists of prisoners in each other's custody

PAKISTAN and India on Tuesday exchanged the lists of prisoners in each other's custody, with Islamabad submitting names of 246 Indian or believed-to-be-Indian detainees, including 53 civilians and 193 fishermen.

1 mins

World must display zero tolerance towards terrorism: Jaishankar in US

THE victims and per-petrators of terrorism must never be equated and India has every right to defend its people against terror strikes, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Tuesday.

1 mins

Rajasthan Royals get trade-off offers for six of its players: IPL sources

RAJASTHAN Royals might be revisiting their squad composition for the 2026 IPL, with at least six of their players attracting trade-off interest from various franchises.

1 mins

Anderson pulls out of Neeraj Classic

TWO-TIME World Championship goldmedallist javelin thrower Anderson Peters on Tuesday pulled out of the Neeraj Chopra Classic due to an ankle injury, dealing another blow to the showpiece.

1 mins

Spotlight on Pragg and Gukesh in Zagreb

THE difference in rating does not count much but going by form and records, India's numero uno player R Praggnanandhaa will start as one of the favourites in the third edition of Grand Chess Tour rapid and blitz tournament, starting Wednesday.

1 mins

A spinner or two: India face selection conundrum in bid for comeback against Eng

INDIA will need to shed their conservative selection approach and give themselves the best chance to take 20 wickets on what is expected to be another batting surface in the second Test against England, beginning here on Wednesday.

1 mins

Table-toppers India ready to try ‘a few things’ in clash against Iraq

THE Indian football team will be open to experimentation when it clashes with a comparatively easy rival Iraq in a Group B clash of the AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers, here on Wednesday.

1 mins

National Sports Policy 2025 approved; India targets 2036 Olympic and mass participation

THE Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the National Sports Policy (NSP) 2025 here on Tuesday.

1 mins

Smriti Mandhana moves to third spot in ICC T20I Rankings for batters

INDIA vice-captain Smriti Mandhana on Tuesday moved up one spot to be ranked third in the ICC rankings for batters in women's T20 Internationals.

1 mins

Stokes dismisses Bumrah factor; declares himself massive fan of Pant

ENGLAND captain Ben Stokes on Tuesday dismissed the chatter surrounding Jasprit Bumrah's availability for only three Tests out of five as “India's problem\" and said he is expecting the \"passionate\" visitors to fight hard in the second Test irrespective of the team composition.

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Shastri says India have to throw a counterpunch immediately to bounce back in the series

FORMER coach Ravi Shastri has shared message for Team India ahead of the crucial second Test against England, saying the Shubman Gill-led side have to throw the counterpunch almost immediately to bounce back in the five-match series.