Fast bowler Ashok Sharma has been drafted into the India A squad for the tri-series in Sri Lanka as an injury replacement for Yudhvir Singh. The 23-year-old, who recently switched domestic allegiance to Gujarat, impressed with his raw pace in the IPL.
A Tri-Nation A Series match between India A and Sri Lanka A in Dambulla ended in a controversial Super Over victory for Sri Lanka A after a dramatic final ball and heated exchanges involving teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
A Tri-Nation A Series cricket match between India A and Sri Lanka A in Dambulla was marred by controversy and confusion, culminating in a Super Over finish. Disputes over leg byes, no-balls due to height, and fading light added to the drama, with Sri Lanka A ultimately winning.
A Tri-Nation A Series cricket match between India A and Sri Lanka A in Dambulla was marred by controversy and confusion, culminating in a Super Over finish. Disputes over leg byes, no-balls, and fading light added to the drama before Sri Lanka A secured victory.
NBA executives Sunny Malik and Rajah Chaudhry discussed the league's long-term vision for India, focusing on expanding experiences like BUDX NBA House, building basketball culture through lifestyle elements, and overcoming challenges like time zones and evolving fan habits. They emphasized a holistic strategy involving digital platforms, community engagement, and grassroots participation to grow the sport.
India and Slovakia have upgraded their bilateral relationship to a Comprehensive Partnership during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's historic first visit to the country. The enhanced ties reflect shared beliefs and priorities, with both nations aiming to expedite the India-EU free trade agreement.
India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced new measures to attract foreign capital, including expanded access to government securities and tax exemptions. These steps aim to bolster forex reserves and support the rupee amidst geopolitical crises and rising import costs for oil and fertilizers.
India and France have elevated their defense partnership to a Special Global Strategic Partnership, focusing on co-design and co-production of advanced defense platforms. A key area of discussion is a potential collaboration on a sixth-generation fighter jet, with India seen as a natural partner following France's split with Germany on a similar project.
India A faces Sri Lanka A in a crucial tri-series match on Sunday. Both teams are level after two rounds, with India looking to rebound from a loss to Afghanistan A. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's coach revealed his rigorous training regimen and parental sacrifices.
Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor's sports drama 'Peddi' continues its strong box office run, collecting Rs 9.20 crore net on its second Monday, bringing the total India net collection to Rs 216 crore. Worldwide gross collection nears Rs 308 crore, with healthy occupancy rates, especially in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
Smriti Mandhana's 68 off 44 balls, her fifth T20 World Cup fifty, helped India post 170/6 against Pakistan. She equaled Mithali Raj and Harmanpreet Kaur's record of five 50+ scores in the tournament. India won by 64 runs.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron launched 'Bharat Innovates 2026' in Nice, highlighting India's role as a global solutions provider. The event showcased 120 deep-tech startups and attracted over 500 investors, with nearly $20 million in new commitments. The leaders emphasized bilateral cooperation in AI, climate change, and civil nuclear energy.
President Macron hosted PM Modi for talks, aiming to expand India-France strategic partnership. Key outcomes include an innovation roadmap, economic security dialogue, AI governance group, and a goal to double bilateral trade in five years. Defense, civil nuclear cooperation, and talent mobility were also discussed.
Prime Minister Modi and President Macron met in Nice, France, agreeing on frameworks for strategic cooperation. Key outcomes include the India-France Innovation Roadmap 2030, a Joint AI Working Group, an aeronautics skilling center in Kanpur, and UPI expansion in France. They also aim to double bilateral trade and enhance economic and defense cooperation.
Following a US military strike that killed three Indian seafarers off Oman, India's Directorate General of Shipping advised restricting seafarer deployment to conflict areas and urged heightened security for vessels in the Gulf region.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron met and signed 19 agreements, focusing on AI, innovation, trade, and infrastructure. Key outcomes include an India-France Innovation Roadmap and expansion of UPI services, aiming to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron met in France, signing 19 agreements to deepen bilateral cooperation. Discussions focused on AI, innovation, trade, infrastructure, and space, with key outcomes including an India-France Innovation Roadmap and expansion of UPI services.
Debutante Gurnoor Brar impressed with a 3/27 spell and captain Shubman Gill scored an unbeaten 84 as India defeated Afghanistan by seven wickets in the rain-curtailed first ODI in Dharamsala. Rahmanullah Gurbaz scored 102 for Afghanistan.
Debutante Gurnoor Brar impressed with a 3/27 spell and captain Shubman Gill scored an unbeaten 84 as India defeated Afghanistan by seven wickets in the rain-curtailed first ODI in Dharamsala, taking a 1-0 lead in the series.
At Bharat Innovates 2026 in France, PM Narendra Modi stated India is a major global innovation center, contributing solutions worldwide. He emphasized innovation is in India's DNA and assured continuous reforms to boost growth and attract investment. Modi also met with investors and French leadership.
India captain Harmanpreet Kaur stated her team's sole focus is on cricket ahead of their T20 World Cup match against Pakistan. Despite recent instances of non-handshakes between teams, Kaur emphasized that discussions within the squad revolve only around the game and how to handle the inherent pressure.
India abstained from a vote at the International Labour Organization (ILO) on Friday as the UN agency adopted the world's first binding labor standards for gig workers, aiming to extend protections to millions. India, along with Bangladesh and the US, felt the convention should be applied flexibly based on national contexts.
India abstained from a vote adopting the ILO's first binding labor standards for gig workers, citing the need for national context flexibility. Separately, India protested US Navy attacks in the Gulf of Oman that killed Indian mariners. A viral comedy clip also sparked debate on consent and entitlement in India.
India abstained on the ILO's first binding gig worker standards, citing national context flexibility. Separately, India protested the US Navy's fatal attacks on vessels with Indian crew. A viral comedy clip also sparked debate on consent and transactional dating in India.
