Punjab Kings, led by Shreyas Iyer, faced a loss against Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad on Sunday. PBKS scored 163 for 9, and their bowlers took the match to the final over before Washington Sundar finished the chase with a six.
An encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian resulted in the death of a Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist. The operation involved the SOG Shopian, RR, and CRPF, who were tracking two local terrorists in a dense orchard.
Technical failures on advanced US Navy warships, including fires and electrical malfunctions, raise concerns about reliability. A Chinese military magazine cites incidents on carriers and destroyers, attributing issues to complex technology, prolonged deployments, and maintenance shortfalls, suggesting broader structural challenges.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 enters its quarterfinal stage with eight teams remaining. Key matchups include France vs. Morocco, Spain vs. Belgium, Norway vs. England, and Argentina vs. Switzerland, with games spread across four US stadiums.
Delhi experienced rain on Wednesday morning with minimum temperatures below normal. The IMD issued a yellow alert for moderate showers, with Safdarjung recording 14.2 mm of rainfall in 24 hours. The Air Quality Index remained satisfactory.
AB de Villiers discusses the challenges facing Test cricket, attributing its decline to the allure of T20 leagues like the IPL. He emphasizes the need for better administration and financial incentives to revive interest in the longest format, while also reflecting on the pressures faced by young talents like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
Major US companies like Intel, IBM, and Ford are urging the USTR to reconsider proposed tariffs of up to 12.5% on imports from 60 countries, including India. They argue it will increase costs for consumers and businesses, counteracting domestic manufacturing goals. India also requested reconsideration, citing insufficient evidence of unfair advantage.
