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Sharma, Patel punch way to medals for India in Thai capital
Two Indian boxers advanced to medal contention at the U22 Asian Boxing Championships in Thailand on Sunday. Bhawna Sharma defeated Vietnam's Ngoc Linh Chi Ngo by unanimous decision in the women's 48kg quarterfinals. Yatri Patel secured her semifinal spot with a convincing victory over Sri Lanka's Keerththana Uthayakumar in the 57kg division. Tanu's medal hopes ended when Thailand's Natnicha Chongprongklang eliminated her from the 54kg competition. Both winning fighters earned guaranteed medals through their quarterfinal success. The U19 championships produced mixed results for Indian competitors. Shivam dominated Turkmenistan's Bezirgen Annayev across all three rounds in the men's 55kg category. Mausam Suhag edged Kazakhstan's...
Bangladesh purges founder Mujib's memory amid rising violence
Bangladesh faces escalating political violence following Sheikh Hasina's removal from power last August. The interim government struggles to control widespread unrest as citizens experience mounting insecurity. Political parties previously united against the Awami League have turned against each other in fierce competition for control. The National Citizens' Party emerged from student protests and has gained significant influence. The Awami League remains banned from participating in elections. Violence erupted during the NCP's national campaign marking the July uprising anniversary. Party members clashed with former Awami League student supporters in Gopalganj on July 16. The confrontation resulted in five deaths and over fifty...
Brook's blazing ton leaves Gill's India reeling in trophy decider
Harry Brook delivered a magnificent century, striking 111 runs from 98 deliveries during the fourth day's play. Joe Root remained undefeated at 98 runs as England posted 317 for four wickets after 66 overs at tea. The tourists require just 57 additional runs to claim a remarkable series victory in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy contest. Brook transformed England's position after arriving with his team struggling at 106 for three wickets. His explosive batting display featured 14 boundaries and two maximums. The Yorkshire batsman formed a decisive 195-run partnership with Root that frustrated Indian bowlers throughout the afternoon session. England accumulated 153 runs during the middle session as the home team's bowling attack struggled...
Modi transfers Rs 20,500 crore, saving crops in Pathankot
Prime Minister Narendra Modi distributed the twentieth payment under Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi on Saturday. The government transferred approximately twenty thousand five hundred crore rupees to bank accounts of ninety-seven million eligible farmers. Agricultural workers across the nation received direct financial support through this installment. The program continues providing monetary assistance to help farming communities meet their agricultural requirements. Financial aid reaches beneficiaries through the Direct Benefit Transfer system. Pathankot farmers expressed satisfaction after receiving two thousand rupees each through the scheme. Preeto Singh Battu noted the assistance benefits small-scale agricultural operators...
Bihar's poor thank Modi as PMAY ends leaky roof nightmares
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana in 2015 to provide concrete housing for disadvantaged families nationwide. The program targets citizens from economically weaker sections who previously lived in temporary shelters. Bihar's Vaishali district demonstrates significant transformation as thousands receive permanent housing benefits through this initiative. Government assistance enables the construction of durable residences for eligible applicants. The scheme addresses the housing needs of marginalized communities across multiple states. Bindeshwar Sahni reports substantial improvements in family living conditions after receiving monetary support. His previous dwelling suffered from roof leakage during...
Haldwani group sends PM Modi a first of its kind silk rakhi
Women's Self-Help Groups from Haldwani district produce silk rakhis before Raksha Bandhan celebrations. The organizations create these traditional items using silk materials that attract customers nationwide. Group members forward special rakhis to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and state officials. Multiple Indian cities receive orders for these handcrafted products from the Uttarakhand-based collectives. The silk rakhis demonstrate environmental sustainability while generating substantial income. Recent sales reached fifteen thousand rupees within several days according to participating members. Kiran Joshi leads Mahila Sahayata Samuh and reports months of dedicated rakhi production strengthens financial stability. Hemchandra from the...
Bedi leads Purani Dilli 6 in Delhi with Rishabh Pant on squad
Vansh Bedi leads Purani Dilli 6 during the second season of Delhi Premier League at Arun Jaitley Stadium. The young captain describes his appointment as a universal blessing and celebrates this milestone achievement. His previous club cricket leadership experience differs from commanding this DPL franchise. Team management provides excellent preparation support under Vijay Dahiya's guidance. Bedi emphasizes good cricket performance while maintaining winning as the primary objective. Owner Akash Nangia selected Bedi for his youthful energy and tactical cricket intelligence. The franchise expects bold gameplay that honors traditional Delhi cricket spirit under new leadership. Purani Dilli 6 advanced to knockout rounds during the previous...
Actor Govind Namdev tackles brain damaging disorder in Fragile
Veteran actor Govind Namdev stars in the short film Fragile, which promotes awareness about Fragile X Syndrome. Producer Rajniesh Duggall approached Namdev for the project, explaining that the hereditary condition affects brain development in children. The syndrome prevents proper neurological growth and creates developmental challenges for affected individuals. Parents pass this genetic disorder to their offspring, causing significant social adjustment difficulties. Medical experts report that no current cure exists for this condition. Namdev accepted the role immediately after learning about the social cause behind the production. He expressed a strong personal commitment to projects addressing community health issues and social...
MP Khatana claims Pakistan turned J&K into a graveyard
Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament Gulam Ali Khatana commended Indian security forces Sunday for their persistent counterterrorism efforts across Jammu and Kashmir. The BJP spokesperson emphasized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's administration maintains an uncompromising stance against terrorist activities. Security personnel from the army, regional police, and paramilitary units demonstrate exceptional skill while operating in challenging mountainous conditions. Khatana highlighted the professional dedication these forces exhibit during complex missions. Their performance deserves recognition despite facing difficult operational circumstances. The parliamentarian criticized Pakistani military leadership for destabilizing the region...

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