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A Test of optimism against the Indian Goliath

India are unbeaten in home Test series since 2013, having won 17 straight Test series at home -- a world record -- drawing seven Tests, losing four and winning a staggering 40 home Tests in this period.
18 September 2024, 02:00 AM

Manipur reopens schools, restores internet after ethnic clashes

After months of relative calm, an uptick in violence again this month saw at least 11 people killed, including by insurgents reportedly firing rockets and dropping bombs with drones.
17 September 2024, 07:55 AM

India to conduct national census soon after years of delay

The once-in-a-decade survey was due in 2021 but was delayed by the pandemic and technical and logistical hurdles.
17 September 2024, 05:57 AM

India in talks with ethnic groups clashing in Manipur

Internet and mobile data services were restored in Manipur on Monday, official orders showed, after being suspended in some areas last week when student protests turned violent amid fresh fighting between the majority Meitei and minority Kuki groups.
17 September 2024, 05:39 AM

India to add record renewables this year as green push gains momentum

The world's fastest growing major economy has prioritised coal to address a surge in power demand in recent years, with growth in coal-fired power output expected to outpace renewable energy generation this year.
17 September 2024, 04:19 AM

Shanto believes Bangladesh can beat India too

Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto has told the media that his side would look to win both Test matches against India as the team left for Chennai this afternoon.
15 September 2024, 06:53 AM

India accuses Samsung, Xiaomi of colluding with Amazon, Flipkart

Samsung, Xiaomi and other smartphone companies colluded with Amazon and Walmart's Flipkart to exclusively launch products on the e-commerce firms' Indian websites in breach of antitrust laws, according to regulatory reports seen by Reuters.
15 September 2024, 05:08 AM

India sharply raises import tax on edible oils to support farmers

India has raised the basic import tax on crude and refined edible oils by 20 percentage points
14 September 2024, 08:04 AM

5 places in Asia to experience autumn like never before (No, really)

With the scorching summer heat behind and the chill of winter yet to arrive, autumn in Asia is the perfect season for delving into the tranquillity of nature.
12 September 2024, 14:01 PM

Indian rescuers pull eight dead from collapsed building

PTI quoted officials as saying eight bodies had been pulled out, and 28 people were injured.
8 September 2024, 03:30 AM

Ebadot may go with team to India

Bangladesh's injured paceman Ebadot Hossain has claimed that he is likely to accompany the team for their upcoming tour of India.
6 September 2024, 14:42 PM

From Felani Khatun to Swarna Das: When will border killings by BSF end?

The killing of people by BSF on the Bangladesh-India border has not stopped.
5 September 2024, 05:59 AM

Indian desert school's unique design offers respite from heat

Unlike the ancient fort, its roof is lined with solar panels, which provide all the school's power in an area with frequent electricity cuts.
28 August 2024, 06:09 AM

Bangladesh beat India to move into SAFF U-20 Championship final

Substitute goalkeeper Mohammad Asif saved to crucial penalties in the penalty shootout as Bangladesh made it to the final of SAFF U-20 Championship with a 4-3 win over India in the second semifinal at the ANFA Complex in Lalitpur, Nepal today.
26 August 2024, 11:35 AM

Ola electric hits $7 billion valuation after e-motorcycle launch and battery plan

Ola Electric Mobility, India’s leading e-scooter manufacturer, saw its valuation soar to 586.64 billion rupees ($6.99 billion) on Friday, following the launch of its new line of electric motorcycles.
20 August 2024, 03:20 AM

Regime change in Bangladesh: The fallout for India

India's best interest may perhaps lie in strengthening a new democracy in Bangladesh.
8 August 2024, 06:00 AM

Hasaranga out of India series with hamstring injury

Sri Lanka spinner Wanindu Hasaranga will miss the rest of their three-match One Day International (ODI) series against India due to a hamstring injury, governing body Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) said on Saturday.
4 August 2024, 06:12 AM

Ransomware attack hits small banks across India

Nearly 300 small banks have been isolated from the country’s broader payment network to prevent any wider impact, the sources
1 August 2024, 04:01 AM

Suryakumar earns praise for bold captaincy calls

Not only did Suryakumar finish the series as his side's leading run-scorer and claim the Player of the Series award, the 33-year-old also created an instant impression in the role of captain, bringing his own leadership style to the job made vacant following the T20I retirement of Rohit Sharma.
31 July 2024, 07:30 AM

Mamata Banerjee resolves Tollywood dispute

In West Bengal, India, a dispute had been brewing within the entertainment industry, involving directors, actors, and technicians. The tensions between these groups have sparked ongoing debates and led to a pause in production activities for some.
31 July 2024, 04:57 AM