BCCI Responds After ACC Considers Action Over India’s No-Handshake Controversy Against Pakistan

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has broken its silence after the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) began examining disciplinary measures over the alleged no-handshake incident involving Indian players and Pakistan in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025. Background of the ControversyThe latest row began after India’s victory over Pakistan in Colombo, where Indian…

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GST Rate Cuts Announced: FM Sitharaman Lowers Slabs to 5% and 18% on Key Items

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced significant GST rate cuts, lowering key slabs to 5% and 18%, in what is being described as one of the most consumer-friendly tax revisions in recent years. The decision, taken after deliberations in the GST Council meeting, is expected to bring relief to consumers and small businesses while boosting economic…

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IND vs PAK Asia Cup 2025: Pakistan Protests to ACC After Indian Players Skip Post-Match Handshake

The high-voltage India vs Pakistan clash in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025 has spilled beyond the cricket field into a fresh controversy. Pakistan has lodged an official protest with the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) after Indian players reportedly refused to participate in the customary post-match handshake ceremony. The IncidentThe much-anticipated game, held at a packed…

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Apple iPhone 17 Pro, Pro Max Debut in India with 48MP Triple Camera and A19 Pro Chip

Apple has officially launched the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max in India, expanding its premium smartphone portfolio with upgraded hardware and advanced AI-driven features. The devices are equipped with a 48MP triple-camera system, the new A19 Pro chipset, and a refined titanium design, signaling Apple’s push to maintain leadership in the high-end…

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Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli Resigns Amid Deadly Protests, Reportedly Plans to Leave Country

Nepal has been thrown into a deep political and constitutional crisis after Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned from his position following weeks of violent anti-government protests. According to reports, Oli is also making preparations to leave the country, a move that underscores the gravity of the turmoil facing the Himalayan nation. The Spark of…

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Vice Presidential Polls 2025: 96% Voting Recorded by 3 PM, Opposition Slams BJP as BJD, BRS, Akali Dal Stay Neutral

India’s Vice-Presidential election witnessed an impressive 96% voter turnout till 3 p.m., with cross-party strategies shaping the day’s narrative. The neutrality of regional heavyweights such as the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), and Shiromani Akali Dal came as a setback to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), according to the Opposition. High Voter…

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Nepal PM KP Oli Steps Down Following Violent Anti-Corruption Protests

Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has resigned after days of violent anti-corruption protests that shook the Himalayan nation, leaving dozens dead and hundreds injured. The resignation marks a dramatic turn in Nepal’s political landscape, with mounting pressure from opposition parties, civil society, and the public forcing Oli to step aside. Protests That Toppled a…

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Nepal Protests Turn Violent: 16 Killed, Clashes Near PM Oli’s Residence in Damak

Violence erupted in Nepal as nationwide protests escalated into deadly clashes, leaving at least 16 people dead and dozens injured. The protests, which began over grievances related to governance and economic hardships, intensified in Damak, where demonstrators pelted stones at Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s residence. Outbreak of ViolenceThe demonstrations started as peaceful gatherings but…

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Elon Musk Defends X After Fact-Check on Trump Aide’s Anti-India Remarks

Elon Musk, the owner of X (formerly Twitter), has defended the platform’s handling of a controversial post by a Trump aide that criticized India. After the aide’s remarks were flagged with a fact-check, Musk clarified that the platform’s goal is not censorship but to ensure users “hear all sides.” The incident has stirred debate about…

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Nepal Imposes Ban on Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp and 23 Social Media Apps: Reasons Explained

Nepal has taken the unprecedented step of banning 26 popular social media platforms, including global giants such as Facebook, Twitter (now X), WhatsApp, Instagram, and TikTok. The move has sparked widespread debate inside the country and across South Asia, as the Himalayan nation grapples with the balance between digital freedom and national security. The Platforms…

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