Duleep Trophy 2025: Full squads, match schedule, date and venue – All you need to know
The 2025-26 Indian home cricket season commences with the Duleep Trophy from August 28 to September 15. This red-ball tournament reverts to its traditional zonal format, featuring North, South, East, West, Central, and North East Zones. Matches will primarily be held at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.
Director Ashwin Kumar CONFIRMS ‘Mahavatar Parshuram’ to start rolling in November; reveals he is planning two live-action movies – Deets Inside
Following the triumph of ‘Mahavatar Narsimha,’ director Ashwin Kumar is already immersed in pre-production for ‘Mahavatar Parashuram.’ Kumar aims to commence filming within three months, targeting November, and promises an unprecedented cinematic experience. He also revealed plans for two live-action films, including a horror project and one based on Ardhanarishvara.
How does US plan to take on China? By building a drone fleet inspired by Ukraine – but how well is it going?
How does US plan to take on China? By building a drone fleet inspired by Ukraine – but how well is it going?
Google Maps getting India’s-first AI-powered features: List of top updates for app
Google Maps is integrating Gemini AI for a more intuitive and safe commuting experience in India. New features include conversational navigation, summarized local tips, and enhanced safety alerts like accident-prone area warnings and speed limits. India-first utility updates like two-wheeler ‘Navatars’ and metro ticket management in Google Wallet are also being rolled out.
Karthik stuns Romanian GM in World Cup, assures himself of career’s highest prize money
In the second game of the rapid tiebreak, the 2579 Elo Karthik surprised Romania’s 2655-rated GM Deac Bogdan-Daniel to win the third round 2.5-1.5 and became the fifth Indian to qualify for the round of 32 players. The remaining two Indian masters, Narayanan SL and Vidit Gujrathi, crashed out after losing their rapid games in…
OxygenOS 16 review: A smarter, smoother, and more personal OnePlus experience
OxygenOS 16 introduces a refined user experience with a lighter design and smoother animations. The update integrates practical AI tools like AI Writer and AI Scan, enhancing everyday tasks. Key features like Parallel Processing 2.0 and the Plus Mind hub, now with Google Gemini integration, make the phone a more intelligent and personalized companion.
Now rain batters west Marathwada; rivers in spate after heavy discharge from dams
Heavy overnight rains battered western Marathwada, including Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Beed, and Jalna, severely disrupting public life. Increased dam discharges led to rising Godavari River levels, prompting multiple rescue operations for stranded locals in flood-hit areas. Marathwada has received 141% of expected rainfall since June 1, with showers anticipated to relent soon.