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Yograj Singh praises KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal's discipline, calls for top-order reshuffle and stronger tail in India's Test strategy
Former India cricketer Yograj Singh praised the disciplined batting display by openers KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal during the morning session at Old Trafford. The pair guided India to 78 without loss across 26 overs before lunch on the opening day. Rahul remained unbeaten on 40 runs from 82 deliveries while Jaiswal contributed 36 runs off 74 balls. Both batsmen demonstrated patience against England's bowling attack despite challenging conditions. Singh highlighted their ability to adapt from limited-overs cricket to Test match requirements. The veteran cricketer emphasized the importance of batting discipline in five-day cricket formats. He noted improvements in Rahul's technique and Jaiswal's corrected approach to aggressive...
Tejashwi Yadav accuses Election Commission of manipulating voter verification, hints at election boycott in Bihar
Bihar Opposition Leader Tejashwi Yadav accused the Election Commission of collaborating with the ruling NDA alliance during a Wednesday interview from Patna. The politician claimed authorities manipulate the ongoing Special Intensive Revision drive to remove legitimate voters from electoral rolls. Yadav stated this voter verification process undermines democratic principles across the state. Assembly proceedings descended into disorder when legislators attempted discussing the contentious voter registration issue. The opposition leader suggested his alliance might boycott upcoming elections if current practices continue. Yadav presented evidence of fraudulent voter registrations, citing cases where 70 individuals were listed under a...
Gold and silver prices hit new highs in the domestic market amid mixed global cues
Precious metals achieved record levels Wednesday as gold surpassed Rs 1 lakh per 10 grams and silver established fresh peaks above Rs 1.15 lakh per kilogram. Twenty-four carat gold climbed Rs 1,025 to reach Rs 1,00,533 according to India Bullion and Jewellers Association data. Twenty-two carat varieties advanced to Rs 92,088 while eighteen carat gold touched Rs 75,400. Silver gained Rs 1,357 to settle at Rs 1,15,850 per kilogram. The white metal has surged over 34 percent from January's Rs 86,055 starting point. Multi Commodity Exchange futures reflected continued strength with August gold contracts rising 0.17 percent to Rs 1,00,500. September silver advanced 0.58 percent to Rs 1,16,323 on the same platform. International markets...
Lord Rami Ranger praises PM Modi's leadership ahead of India-UK Free Trade Agreement signing
Lord Rami Ranger praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership during his upcoming United Kingdom visit. The British Indian businessman described the potential Free Trade Agreement signing as a major advancement for both nations. Ranger emphasized that Britain and India would benefit equally from this economic partnership. Modi arrived for a two-day visit at Prime Minister Keir Starmer's invitation. The Indian leader will conduct meetings with Starmer and King Charles III during his fourth UK trip since taking office. Officials expect the FTA to double bilateral trade volumes to $120 billion by 2030. The agreement grants zero-duty benefits to 99 percent of Indian exports entering British markets. London-based businessman Ramesh...
Aditya Birla Real Estate reports Rs 27.08 crore loss in Q1 FY26, plans to raise Rs 1,500 crore
Aditya Birla Real Estate Limited posted a Rs 27.08 crore net loss during the first quarter of FY26, contrasting sharply with the Rs 17.35 crore profit achieved in the corresponding period last year. Revenue declined 56.9 percent to Rs 157.41 crore compared with Rs 365.24 crore from the previous year's quarter. The company recorded Rs 47.30 crore losses from continuing operations while generating Rs 20.22 crore profits from discontinued segments. ABREL completed its exit from the pulp and paper sector through the sale of its Century Pulp and Paper division. The real estate firm plans to secure Rs 1,500 crore through term loans to refinance existing debt obligations. Share prices dropped 5.51 percent to Rs 2,019 following the quarterly...
Neeru Bajwa proudly represents Punjabi roots in Bollywood film 'Son of Sardaar 2'
Punjabi cinema actress Neeru Bajwa will appear in the upcoming Bollywood production Son of Sardaar 2. The performer accepted a cameo role that reportedly depicts her as Ajay Devgn's spouse within the narrative. Bajwa agreed to participate immediately upon learning about the opportunity from director Vijay Kumar Arora and writer Jagdeep Singh Sidhu. She has previously collaborated with both filmmakers on successful Punjabi projects throughout her career. The actress expressed enthusiasm about representing her cultural heritage on a national platform. Bajwa emphasized her motivation stemmed from supporting fellow Punjabi artists and respecting Devgn's commitment to entertaining global audiences. The performer has dedicated over two...
Akshay Bhatia and Sahith Theegala eye crucial 3M Open finish to boost Playoff hopes
Akshay Bhatia occupies 46th position on the FedExCup standings and seeks advancement during upcoming tournaments. Sahith Theegala faces greater pressure as he attempts to reach the top 70 before playoffs commence. Both golfers secured full tour status through their 2024 top-30 Championship finishes. They pursue improved rankings to access next season's $20 million Signature events. Theegala requires either victory or top-three placement in both remaining competitions to qualify for playoffs. Tournament pairings feature Theegala alongside Maverick McNealy and Max Homa. Bhatia will compete with William Mouw and Jake Knapp during opening rounds. Theegala achieved sixth place at last year's 3M Open but previously missed three cuts at this...
Kriti Sanon recreates Zeenat Aman's iconic beach look in sizzling holiday photos
Actress Kriti Sanon channeled vintage Bollywood glamour during her recent vacation by emulating Zeenat Aman's iconic beach aesthetic. She shared several photographs on Instagram that captured her seaside moments with wet hair and sun-kissed skin. The caption referenced Zeenat Aman's famous song from the 1983 film Pukar. Zeenat Aman previously admitted she could not swim while filming the water sequences. The song marked Amitabh Bachchan's return to cinema after his serious Coolie accident. Sanon posted additional images from her cruise getaway wearing a vibrant bikini. Her social media update featured ocean views and onboard dining experiences. Fans noticed similarities between her posts and those of rumored partner Kabir Bahia. Both...
Ravi Shastri praises Rahul and Jaiswal's blend of caution and aggression on Day One of fourth Test against England
Former India coach Ravi Shastri praised the opening partnership between KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal during the morning session of the fourth Test. The pair guided India to 78 without loss across 26 overs before lunch at Old Trafford. Shastri highlighted their effective combination of defensive discipline and attacking intent under challenging conditions. Rahul remained unbeaten on 40 runs from 82 deliveries while Jaiswal contributed 36 runs off 74 balls. Both batsmen demonstrated patience against England's experienced bowling attack. Former England captain Nasser Hussain commended Rahul's batting technique as perfectly suited for English conditions. Hussain compared Rahul's approach to traditional English opening methods, emphasizing...

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