Rebel TMC MPs have merged with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI) to avoid disqualification under the anti-defection law. Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, a TMC MP, was elected president of NCPI, which has now become a significant player in the Lok Sabha.
15-year-old Indian cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is under scrutiny after a post-match physical altercation with a Sri Lanka A player following India's Super Over defeat. The incident could lead to sanctions under the ICC Code of Conduct.
A viral video shows an Indian seafarer's body decomposing on a ship off Oman due to a US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, preventing evacuation. US strikes also disabled other Indian vessels, fueling anger and questions about India's response to American actions.
At 39, Indian squash player Joshna Chinappa is set for a record seventh appearance at the 2026 Asian Games, surpassing Saurav Ghosal. Despite multiple surgeries, she remains India's second-highest ranked player and a strong contender.
The UPSC Civil Services Prelims 2026 results show a shrinking shortlist for Mains, with 13,343 candidates qualifying, down from 14,161 last year. The Indian Forest Service (IFoS) shortlist saw a near halving. This indicates a tighter selection process and increased competition for coveted government jobs.
Gurnoor Brar made a stunning international debut, clocking 148 kmph and taking 3 wickets. The 26-year-old's journey includes a 2022 stress fracture, a late start to cricket at 17, and a significant transformation in bowling action and diet under coach Varinder Singh, with support from Ashish Nehra.
Ram Charan's sports drama 'Peddi' has crossed the ₹300 crore mark worldwide in its second week. The film has garnered ₹220.10 crore net in India and ₹51.85 crore gross overseas, with a total worldwide gross collection of ₹312.81 crore.
Indian companies are achieving record profits, nearing 6% of GDP, but capital expenditure remains stagnant at 3.6-3.7%. This lack of investment in new assets leads to fewer jobs and exacerbates inequality, contrasting sharply with China's investment-driven growth. Leaders face a critical choice between continued scarcity or pursuing mass affluence.
A Tri-Nation A Series match between India A and Sri Lanka A in Dambulla ended in controversy after a tie, leading to a Super Over. Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was involved in heated exchanges with umpires and a Sri Lankan player, with videos of the incident going viral.
India is scrutinizing Starlink's satellite internet plans due to concerns over data routing via laser-linked satellites, which could bypass national borders and raise national security issues. Safeguards are being planned, potentially restricting or disabling this technology for Indian users.
India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced plans for additional measures to boost foreign capital inflows, following recent tax relief and banking regulator initiatives. The government aims to attract more foreign investment to strengthen the Indian market amid the West Asia war.
A year after Air India Flight 171 crashed in Ahmedabad, killing 260, investigators lack a definitive cause. Updates offer few clues, with analysis ongoing into flight recorder data, aircraft systems, and human factors. Preliminary findings suggested fuel-control switches moved to 'cut-off,' but conflicting theories persist.
An Air India crash in Ahmedabad killed 260, including 4 students. Experts note Indian law inadequately compensates ground victims, unlike passengers, relying on litigation and ex gratia payments. A non-profit urges a statutory framework for strict liability and mandatory compensation.
Indian PM Narendra Modi visited Slovakia, a key EU member, aiming to deepen ties with a nation balancing East and West. The visit elevated bilateral relations to a comprehensive partnership, with trade reaching $1.8 billion and a focus on the India-EU FTA.
Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman's adviser, Zahed ur Rahman, departed Delhi after a dispute with immigration over past controversial statements about India. Dhaka summoned the Indian charge d'affaires to express displeasure.
A US official stated that the Palau-flagged tanker MT Settebello ignored nearly 60 verbal warnings and military aircraft displays before being fired upon by US forces. The incident resulted in the deaths of three Indian nationals, prompting India to protest the use of lethal force.
The Indian captain of a seized vessel suspected of being part of a Russian shadow fleet has been charged with sanctions contravention offences by British prosecutors. Ajay Pant, 38, will appear in court following a UK-led commando operation.
India's trade map has been altered by the West Asia conflict. Oman rose to 10th from 30th in imports, driven by energy, while UAE slipped. Singapore overtook China as India's 3rd largest export destination.
PM Narendra Modi welcomed the US-Iran understanding to end the West Asia conflict, hoping for restored peace, stability, and freedom of navigation. India sees potential benefits in energy, connectivity, and strategic partnerships, but Pakistan's role as a negotiator may pose diplomatic challenges.
Falling global energy prices, potentially due to a US-Iran agreement, could offer relief to Indian refiners and gas consumers. Brent crude has dropped to nearly $83/barrel, impacting India's 88% crude import dependence. LNG prices, though moderated, remain elevated.
India anticipates safe passage for 34 stranded ships in the Persian Gulf after the LNG carrier Disha successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz. The transit raises hopes for improved energy and fertilizer supplies, despite facility damage in Qatar and UAE.
India anticipates safe passage for 34 stranded ships in the Persian Gulf following the successful transit of LNG carrier Disha through the Strait of Hormuz. While 16 ships carrying fertilizers are expected to reach Indian ports, immediate relief from improved energy supplies is uncertain due to damage at Qatar's Ras Laffan and UAE's Habshan facilities.
A HelpAge India study reveals 78% of elderly in rural India face climate risks like heatwaves, floods, and droughts. Financial constraints (69%) and health limitations are major barriers to resilience. The report calls for integrating ageing into climate adaptation and disaster risk reduction policies.
Sunita and Brij Agarwal, an Indian-American couple, donated $5.5 million to St Luke's Foundation in Texas but prefer to keep their philanthropy private, focusing on education and health.
