KL Rahul downplayed his personal milestone of surpassing MS Dhoni on the IPL all-time run-scorers list, emphasizing team success and trophies as his ultimate goal. Despite individual achievements, Rahul stated his primary focus remains on winning the IPL, aiming to match Dhoni's five championship titles.
The World Directory of Modern Military Aircraft (WDMMA) has ranked the Indian Air Force (IAF) third in its 2026 list, placing it ahead of China's People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF). This marks the fifth time since 2022 that the IAF has been ranked higher than the PLAAF.
A weaker-than-normal southwest monsoon could significantly impact India's rural economy, reducing farm incomes, increasing food inflation, and slowing consumption demand, according to S&P Global Ratings. Agriculture, agrochemicals, tractors, and microfinance sectors are expected to face the brunt of the impact.
India has successfully met its E20 ethanol blending target for petrol nationwide, years before the 2030 deadline. This significant achievement reduces import dependence, boosts energy security, and supports domestic farmers, positioning India alongside global leaders in renewable fuel adoption.
Chinese geologists warn that the Yarlung Tsangpo mega dam project in Tibet is built above an active fault line, raising concerns about landslides, earthquakes, and structural instability, with potential implications for India and Bangladesh.
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Congress MP Shashi Tharoor expressed dismay after India's T20I series loss to England, calling it 'one humiliation too many.' Captain Shreyas Iyer and assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate admitted the team is underachieving overseas.
