Cricket Sports
Bangladesh remains hopeful that the uncertainty surrounding India’s proposed white-ball tour in September will be resolved quickly, with the matter now being discussed at government level. The six-match series comprising three ODIs and three T20Is remains uncertain amid political tensions between the neighbouring countries. Bangladesh Seeks Resolution on India Series
International
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order reshaping federal childhood vaccination policy, reducing the number of diseases routinely covered by the recommended schedule and directing health agencies to move away from administering several vaccines during the same visit. The order also calls for the combined measles, mumps and rubella vaccine to be separated
International
India and Israel have discussed expanding their development partnership through MASHAV, Israel’s international development cooperation agency. The talks focused on strengthening collaboration in agriculture, water management, capacity building and exploring new areas such as aquaculture. India-Israel MASHAV Partnership Expands India’s Ambassador to Israel, J.P. Singh, met
International
India’s new High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Dinesh Trivedi, has met Prime Minister Tarique Rahman as both countries attempt to stabilise relations amid continuing diplomatic tensions. Rahman called for a “conducive environment” to improve bilateral ties while Dhaka again raised the politically sensitive issue of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s presence in India.
Business
A US federal judge has dismissed criminal charges against Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani, ending a high-profile fraud and bribery prosecution launched in 2024. The dismissal followed a request from the US Justice Department, which decided it would no longer pursue the case. US Court Dismisses Gautam Adani Charges US District Judge Nicholas Garaufis approved […]
North India State News
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren has written an open letter to students protesting alleged irregularities in state recruitment examinations, urging them not to fall into what he called a political trap. Soren assured aspirants that their concerns would be addressed seriously and called for the dispute to be resolved through dialogue and trust. Hemant Soren […]
Business Markets
BSE Ltd will enter India’s benchmark Nifty 50 index, replacing IT major Wipro in the latest semi-annual index reshuffle. The change will take effect from September 30, giving BSE a place among the country’s 50 leading listed companies tracked by the benchmark. BSE to Enter Nifty 50 Index BSE qualified for inclusion after meeting the […]
International
At least 111 people have been killed after a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, causing widespread destruction across several cities. President Abelardo de la Espriella has declared a national emergency as rescue teams continue searching collapsed buildings for survivors. Colombia Earthquake Death Toll Reaches 111 The earthquake caused severe damage