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Steve Harmison tips India to field three spinners for Manchester Test against England
Former England bowler Steve Harmison believes India may deploy three spin bowlers during the upcoming fourth Test match at Manchester's Old Trafford ground. The contest begins Wednesday with India trailing 2-1 in the five-match Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series after their narrow 22-run defeat at Lord's Cricket Ground. Harmison suggests Manchester's rainy weather conditions could favor spin bowling over pace attacks. India selected Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar as their spinning duo for recent matches at Edgbaston and Lord's venues. The former England fast bowler anticipates wickets that deteriorate and offer increased turn as matches progress into later days. Harmison expects Old Trafford pitches will lack significant pace or...
Havells profit plunges 33 percent in Q1 as weak summer hits cooling sales
Havells India experienced significant financial decline during the first quarter of fiscal year 2026. The company reported net profits of Rs 347.53 crore, representing a sharp 32.78 percent decrease from the previous quarter's Rs 517 crore. Operational revenue fell to Rs 5,455.35 crore compared with Rs 6,543.56 crore in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025. Total income reached Rs 5,524.53 crore, marking a 16.45 percent quarterly reduction. Year-over-year comparisons also showed deteriorating performance across multiple metrics. The electrical products manufacturer attributed poor results to unusually mild summer weather conditions this year. Cooling product demand suffered substantially due to the temperate climate, contrasting sharply...
Silambarasan quietly aids late stuntman Mohan Raj's family after the Vettuvam tragedy
Stunt choreographer Silva revealed that actor Silambarasan quietly offered financial support to the bereaved family of stuntman Mohan Raj. The veteran performer died while executing a dangerous car sequence during filming of Vettuvam on July 13th in Nagapattinam district. Silva disclosed that Silambarasan contacted him the following day with a substantial monetary contribution for the deceased artist's relatives. The actor demonstrates a pattern of private charitable acts without seeking public recognition for his generosity. This gesture reflects his commitment to helping industry colleagues during difficult times. Mohan Raj lost his life while working on the film produced by director Pa Ranjith's company Neelam Productions. The...
BYC condemns Khawaja Asif as Baloch activists decry honour killing in Balochistan
Activists from the Baloch Yakjehti Committee criticized Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif after he made controversial remarks about the Baloch community. The minister responded to a viral video showing the execution of a married couple who defied family wishes regarding their union. Local tribal authorities ordered the killings last month, according to social media footage. Asif blamed the Baloch people themselves rather than addressing government failures. Sammi Deen Baloch from BYC called the minister's stance hypocritical and shameful. The activist argued that the current administration should acknowledge its inability to prevent such violence. She pointed to widespread distrust in judicial systems and law enforcement agencies...
Steel and cement lead as India's core industries index rises 1 point 7 percent in June
India's core industrial sectors expanded 1.7 percent during June when compared with the previous year's corresponding month. Government data revealed that steel, cement, and petroleum refinery outputs drove this growth momentum. Manufacturing activity strengthened across these key segments while other areas faced challenges. Steel producers achieved remarkable gains of 9.3 percent for the month and maintained 7.0 percent growth over the April through June period. Cement manufacturers similarly recorded strong performance with 9.2 percent monthly expansion and 8.4 percent quarterly advancement. Petroleum refineries contributed 3.4 percent growth during June while maintaining stable cumulative performance. However, electricity...
Sanskriti and Mother's International shine as Oriental Cup football opens in Delhi
The Oriental Cup 2025 commenced at Dr. Ambedkar Stadium with seven competitive matches across boys and girls categories. Former international player Anandi Barua inaugurated the tournament, emphasizing the importance of grassroots football development. Defending champions Sanskriti International School dominated their girls fixture with a commanding 5-0 victory over Amity International Saket. Mother's International School secured wins in both divisions, defeating Government Co-ed Senior Secondary School Dwarka through penalties in boys competition and claiming a 2-0 girls victory. Air Force School Subroto Park advanced via penalty shootout after a thrilling 3-3 draw with Kendriya Vidyalaya JNU. Amina Abdali emerged as the standout...
Anupam Kher's Tanvi The Great wins hearts as Anil Kapoor hails powerful debut
Anil Kapoor has expressed admiration for Anupam Kher's directorial work on Tanvi The Great. The Animal star described the film as an experience that resonates deeply with viewers through its combination of emotion and humanity. Kapoor praised Kher's vision and dedication, noting how the director poured his soul into every frame. He also commended newcomer Shubhangi Dutt for bringing grace and authenticity to the title character. The actor encouraged audiences to witness this special cinematic offering. Kher recently shared footage from a sold-out screening, where the audience displayed strong emotional responses. The director observed that tears can represent positive feelings rather than sadness when viewers connect with meaningful...
Brydon Carse inspires England to Lord's Test win over India for 2-1 series lead
Brydon Carse experienced intense emotions during England's narrow 22-run triumph against India at Lord's Cricket Ground. The victory provided England with a 2-1 advantage in the five-match Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy contest. India required 193 runs for victory but managed only 170, despite Ravindra Jadeja's determined 61 not out. This marked Jadeja's fourth consecutive Test half-century. Carse contributed significantly by dismissing Karun Nair and Shubman Gill during the fourth day's play. The Durham bowler also recorded a first-innings fifty to support his team's cause. He described the match as his finest England experience and noted teammates shared similar sentiments. The Long Room atmosphere reached unprecedented levels according...
Pabitra Margherita deepens India, Lesotho ties in rare Maseru diplomatic visit
Minister Pabitra Margherita conducted diplomatic meetings with Lesotho officials during his African tour. The External Affairs representative engaged Foreign Minister Lejone Mpotjoana about strengthening bilateral partnerships between both nations. Principal Secretary Thabang Lekhela welcomed the Indian official upon arrival in Maseru. Margherita also connected with local Indian community members who contribute to cultural exchanges. The minister traveled from Eswatini and plans to continue his journey to South Africa. Scheduled appointments await with King Letsie III and Prime Minister Samuel Matekane during the diplomatic mission. Additional bilateral discussions will occur with ministers overseeing technology, education, and...

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