Dasun Shanaka’s Record Ton Powers Patriots to 137-Run CPL Win: Analysis
The St Kitts and Nevis Patriots produced one of their most emphatic performances of the CPL 2026 season, defeating the Saint Lucia Kings by 137 runs in Basseterre. The victory was built around a breathtaking record-breaking century from Sri Lankan all-rounder Dasun Shanaka, followed by a devastating bowling display from
Tata Motors-Iveco Deal Gets CONSOB Approval: Why the Takeover Matters
Tata Motors has crossed another crucial milestone in its proposed acquisition of Italian commercial vehicle manufacturer Iveco Group, after Italy’s securities regulator CONSOB approved the tender-offer document. The clearance moves the transaction from the regulatory phase into the shareholder acceptance stage. Under the offer, Tata Motors’ indirect wholly owned subsidiary
ISRO GSLV-F17 Launch: Why EOS-05 Could Transform India’s Earth Observation
The successful launch of ISRO’s GSLV-F17 carrying EOS-05 marks an important step in India’s growing space capabilities. The rocket lifted off from Sriharikota at 2:55 am on September 4 and placed the 2,367-kg Earth observation satellite into its intended sub-geosynchronous transfer orbit. The significance of the mission lies in where
Nepal Floods: Two Workers Rescued Alive After 9 Days Inside Hydropower Tunnel
A remarkable rescue operation in Nepal has raised fresh hopes for workers still missing after the country’s devastating August 26 flash floods. Two workers were rescued alive from a hydropower tunnel in the Trishuli region on Friday, nine days after floodwaters, mud and debris swept through the area. The survivors
Raghav Chadha Row: ‘Political Revenge’ Claim Over Punjab Voter Rolls Sparks AAP-BJP Clash
A fresh political controversy has erupted in Punjab after BJP Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha alleged that his name was marked as “shifted” in the state’s draft electoral rolls during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR). Chadha, who represents Punjab in the Rajya Sabha, questioned how his voter record in
India-Russia Trade Payments: Moscow Says No More Major Hurdles
Russia has said there are no major obstacles remaining in processing payments for trade with India, potentially easing one of the biggest challenges affecting bilateral economic ties since Western sanctions disrupted traditional international payment channels. The development is significant because India and Russia have continued to expand trade, particularly in
PM Modi Pays Tribute to Uttam Kumar on Birth Centenary, Celebrates Bengali Cinema Icon
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid tribute to legendary Bengali actor Uttam Kumar on his birth centenary, remembering the “Mahanayak” as a timeless icon whose performances continue to connect with audiences across generations. Born Arun Kumar Chattopadhyay on September 3, 1926, Uttam Kumar became one of the most influential
India-Iran Trade Push at SCO: Modi Balances Tehran Ties With US Sanctions Warning
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit has highlighted India’s difficult diplomatic balancing act. While New Delhi is seeking to strengthen trade and economic ties with Iran, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned countries against helping Tehran evade
Abhinandan Varthaman Retires From IAF, Joins Goa-Based Airline FLY91
Group Captain Abhinandan Varthaman, the Indian Air Force officer who became widely known after the 2019 India-Pakistan aerial engagement, has retired from the IAF and begun a new chapter as a commercial pilot with Goa-based regional airline FLY91. According to reports, Varthaman took premature retirement from the Indian Air Force
Nepal Flash Floods: Rescue Operations Intensify as Death Toll Crosses 1,200
Nepal’s devastating flash floods have triggered a massive rescue and relief operation, with authorities racing to locate survivors and thousands of people still reported missing after the Himalayan disaster. The floods struck on August 26 after a glacial collapse near the Nepal-China border sent huge volumes of water, ice, mud