India held their nerves to secure a 5-run win over Bangladesh in a rain-marred last-over thriller at Adelaide Oval on Wednesday and strengthened their hopes of qualifying for the semi-final of the ICC T20 World Cup. Arshdeep Singh turned the hero as the young left-arm pacer defended 20 runs in […]
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RBI keeping Arjuna’s eye on inflation, says Governor Shaktikanta Das
Drawing inspiration from Arjuna’s prowess in archery during the Swayamvar of Draupadi in the epic Mahabharata, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das said the central bank is zeroing in on inflation. He also said, “Our constant endeavour is to keep an eye on inflation, which is our primary target.” While addressing FIBAC […]
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JP Nadda addresses a public rally in Himachal Pradesh
Bharatiya Janata Party chief JP Nadda Wednesday urged voters to form a BJP government in the state again. “Mitti Ka Haq Ada Karna Hoga,” (People of the state have to pay back to their land) said Nadda. The BJP chief was addressing a public rally at Bilaspur in Himachal Pradesh […]
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T20 World Cup: Virat Kohli becomes highest run-scorer in tournament’s history
Star Indian batter Virat Kohli on Wednesday became the highest run-scorer in the history of the ICC T20 World Cup. India’s star batter accomplished this record during his side’s crucial Group 2, Super 12 match of the tournament against Bangladesh in Adelaide. Virat scored an unbeaten 64 of 44 balls […]
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T20 World Cup: Half centuries from Virat Kohli, KL Rahul help India post 184/6 against Bangladesh
Fifties from Virat Kohli and KL Rahul helped India reach a powerful 184/6 in their 20 overs in their Group 2, Super 12 match of ongoing ICC T20 World Cup in Adelaide on Wednesday. Virat (64*) had an historic outing as not only his score powered India to a huge […]
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Health expert terms Delhi NCR pollution a “medical emergency” as people complain of pneumonia, chest infections
The quality of the air in the national capital continued to remain in the ‘very poor’ category and ‘severe’ in Noida. There are reports of many people having been admitted to the ICU after reporting pneumonia and chest infections. Health expert termed the problems caused due to the rise in […]
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MoS Civil Aviation rubbishes rumors of shut down of Goa airport
Minister of State for Civil Aviation General (Retd) VK Singh on Wednesday clarified that the Central government has no plans to shut the existing airport of Goa. “The Central government has no intention to shut the Goa airport, I am here to clarify that the new airport will not lead […]
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Chhattisgarh: 59-year-old man held for molesting minor in Janjgir Champa
A 59-year-old shopkeeper was arrested for allegedly molesting an eight-year-old minor girl in Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, said police. The incident pertains to Purani Basti locality under Janjgir police station limits. “The incident occurred late on Monday evening. The minor girl went to get some edible stuff from a […]
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Suryakumar Yadav climbs to top of T20I batter ranking, ends Rizwan’s reign
India’s Suryakumar Yadav has grabbed the top position for batters in the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s T20I Player Rankings after smashing two half-centuries over the past week in the Men’s T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia. Yadav’s 51 not out off 25 balls against the Netherlands in Sydney and […]
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Arvind Kejriwal government to give Rs 5000 monthly to each worker affected by construction ban in Delhi
Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal has directed the labour minister of the national capital Manish Sisodia to grant monthly financial assistance to each construction worker who has been affected because of paused construction activities. “Construction activities have been stopped across Delhi in view of pollution. I have directed Labour Minister, […]
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National Commission for Protection of Child Rights sends notice to Delhi government over poor air health
In the wake of the city’s air quality continues to remain ‘very poor quality, the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) chairperson Priyank Kanoongo Wednesday sends a notice to Arvind Kejriwal led AAP government for continuous negligence to the issue to pollution. “The safety of school children is […]
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Sachin Pilot targets PM Modi-Ashok Gehlot chemistry, draws parallels with GN Azad
A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi heaped praise on Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, Congress leader and former deputy chief minister Sachin Pilot termed it as a “very interesting” development that “should not be taken lightly.” “The PM had similarly praised Ghulam Nabi Azad in Parliament. We saw what happened after […]
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T20 World Cup: Netherlands bowlers put us into pressure early, says Zimbabwe skipper Ervine after loss
Following his side’s five-wicket loss to Netherlands in their ICC T20 World Cup match, Zimbabwe skipper Craig Ervine credited the Dutch for their bowling, saying that they were able to put them under pressure early into the game. Netherlands registered a comprehensive five-wicket win over Zimbabwe at the Adelaide Oval […]
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CPI MP Viswam lauds Mandaviya for visit in RML hospital and putting efforts to things in order
Communist Party of India (CPI) Rajya Sabha MP from Kerala Binoy Viswan on Tuesday wrote a letter to Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Mansukh Mandaviya lauding his effort to Visit Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital and put all efforts to thing in orders. CPI MP Binoy Viswam in a letter […]
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Delhi Government shifts blame on Centre and “people” over worsening air quality
“People” of Delhi are responsible for bad air quality of the national capital, said Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Wednesday. “I appeal to people if possible work from home and avoid taking out private vehicles. 50% of the pollution is from vehicles. People shouldn’t burst crackers,” Rai told reporters […]