Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from T20I cricket after leading India to victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup. However, he revealed he had not planned to retire, but felt it was the "perfect situation" to say goodbye after winning the trophy. Sharma will continue playing in the IPL.
Prithviraj Sukumaran is set to join Mahesh Babu in SS Rajamouli's upcoming film SSMB29, potentially as the antagonist. The casting for this highly anticipated project is underway, with Prithviraj potentially playing a significant role. This collaboration is now generating excitement.
An Air Europa flight from Madrid to Montevideo hit severe turbulence, injuring over 30 passengers. A video shows a man trapped in the overhead bin after being thrown around during the incident. The plane made an emergency landing in Brazil, and injured passengers were taken to local hospitals.
Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan refused to accept his Rs 35,000 salary and any special allowances, including for new office furniture. Kalyan, who also serves as the Panchayat Raj Minister, cited the lack of funds in the department as the reason for declining the salary for attending the legislative session.
At least 50 people were killed in a stampede during a religious event in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh. The stampede occurred due to overcrowding at the event. Many injured people have been admitted to local hospitals. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of the incident.
Police say gangsters planned to kill Bollywood actor Salman Khan. The gang offered ₹25 lakh, or 2.5 million rupees, to kill him. They wanted a gun like the one used to kill singer Sidhu Moosewala. The attack never happened, but police arrested some people involved.
A CBI court issued a non-bailable warrant against fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya in a ₹180-crore loan default case linked to Indian Overseas Bank. Mallya, who is currently in London, has been declared a fugitive economic offender in a money laundering case.
Jio users are upset! After announcing higher prices, Jio removed two popular plans: ₹395 and ₹1,559. These plans offered great value and many users are scrambling to recharge before July 3rd to avoid the new rates. With these plans gone, some are left wondering what other options they have.
The Andhra Pradesh government has removed high-security arrangements around former Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy's residence in Tadepalli. Hydraulic bollards, tire killers, and checkposts on the road leading to the house were dismantled. The government had previously reopened the road, which was closed for public traffic due to Jagan's security concerns during his tenure as CM.
YCP in Guntur fights back! A petition filed in High Court challenges the demolition of their under-construction party office in Tadepalli. Party leader Seshagiri Rao claims the demolition violated a court order and accuses officials of contempt. The case names CRDA and Municipal Corporation commissioners as respondents.
South Africa's David Miller is still reeling from the pain of their narrow T20 World Cup final defeat to India, two days after the heartbreaking loss. In an emotional Instagram post, Miller expressed his devastation, saying "words don't explain how I'm feeling" after failing to seize the opportunity to win South Africa's first World Cup. However, rumors of Miller's retirement from international cricket appear to be unfounded, as he remains committed to the Proteas' futur
The Indian cricket team, stranded in Barbados due to Hurricane Beryl, will return home on Tuesday. The BCCI has arranged a special flight for the players, which will depart at 6 PM local time and reach Delhi at 7:45 AM. The Barbados airport was closed due to the hurricane, but has now reopened, allowing the team's departure.
Vijay Devarakonda and director Gautham Tinnanuri's upcoming spy thriller #VD12 will begin shooting in Sri Lanka next week for 40 days. The film will feature large-scale action sequences and pivotal scenes. Bhagyashree Borse is the female lead, and Anirudh is composing the music. Fans eagerly await this adrenaline-pumping collaboration between the star and acclaimed director.
Two pregnant women in Pune have tested positive for Zika virus, bringing the total cases to 6. Health officials are urging caution as Zika can cause birth defects. Public awareness and mosquito control measures are being stepped up to stop the spread.
Indian citizens can now visit space through a partnership between the Space Exploration and Research Agency (SERA) and Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin. SERA will offer six seats on Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket for an 11-minute journey past the Karman line, the boundary of space. Any Indian can register for a chance to be selected through a public voting process.
Meet India's youngest certified scuba diver! Thaaragai Aarathana, an amazing 10-year-old isn't just exploring the underwater world, they're also cleaning it! Trained and passionate about protecting our oceans, this young diver helps remove plastic waste and protects marine life.
Patanjali Foods has acquired Patanjali Ayurved's home and personal care business for ₹1,100 crore, strengthening its FMCG portfolio. The deal includes brands across dental care, skin care, home care, and hair care segments, providing Patanjali Foods synergies in brand equity, innovation, and operational efficiencies.
Chennai police caught a YouTuber Mohammed Sabir Ali involved in a huge gold smuggling ring! The YouTuber, along with a Sri Lankan syndicate, used a hidden shop at the airport to sneak in over Rs 167 crore worth of gold! Their clever plan backfired, and now they face the consequences.
Sneh Rana shines in Test vs South Africa! The Indian spinner took an incredible 10 wickets (8 in the first innings and 2 in the second) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. This makes her the first Indian woman spinner and only the 2nd Indian cricketer ever (after Jhulan Goswami) to achieve this feat in a Test match!
Over 97% of ₹2,000 notes have been withdrawn from circulation in India, according to the RBI (Reserve Bank of India). However, there are still ₹7,581 crore worth of these notes with the public. The RBI says these notes are still legal tender, but encourages people to deposit them in banks by exchanging them for other denominations.
There's a temporary glitch for paying power bills in Telangana! People can't use UPI apps (PhonePe, Google Pay etc.) or credit cards of some banks to pay their bills. But don't worry, you can still pay through the power company's website, app, or collection centers. This issue is expected to be resolved soon.