Jemimah Rodrigues delivered a match-winning century in the Women’s World Cup semi-final against Australia, overcoming personal struggles and national expectations. Her gritty 127* secured India’s victory, inspiring millions of young girls with her resilience and dedication to the country.
Qatar has successfully trialed its first autonomous eVTOL air taxi, marking a milestone in smart urban mobility. Conducted between the Old Doha Port and Katara Cultural Village, the AI-powered flight operated without human intervention. The Ministry of Transport plans phased development, regulatory frameworks, and infrastructure upgrades to integrate safe, efficient, and eco-friendly air transport into…
The government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the M23 rebels have signed another framework agreement outlining future steps towards a peace deal. Qatar and the US have continued to mediate in the conflict.
Jasprit Bumrah and Temba Bavuma shared a composed conversation after India’s 30-run defeat to South Africa, putting aside a Day 1 controversy. South Africa secured a historic Test win in India, defending 124 runs on a challenging Eden Gardens pitch. The post-match exchange signaled that there were no hard feelings between the two.
An Israeli woman was reportedly denied listing “Israel” as her birthplace on a Canadian passport application due to “political conflict.” A passport employee cited Canada’s recognition of a Palestinian state, suggesting applicants from certain Israeli cities could list Palestine as their birthplace. The woman’s lawyer stated this is clear discrimination and not supported by law…
The fourth Muharraq Nights Festival runs from 1–30 December 2025, transforming Muharraq’s historic streets along the UNESCO-listed Pearling Path into a vibrant cultural hub. Visitors can enjoy live music, art exhibitions, crafts, children’s activities, food, and guided heritage tours. With extended weekend hours, the festival blends Bahrain’s heritage with contemporary creativity, offering immersive family-friendly experiences…
A school peon working as a Booth Level Officer (BLO) in Kannur was found dead, allegedly due to work pressure from the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Family and local leaders claim the deceased was overwhelmed by the workload, leading to his extreme step.
Jefferies suggests the Indian rupee may have hit a bottom after months of depreciation, citing macroeconomic resilience and improving balance-of-payments. Despite significant foreign outflows from equities, robust domestic inflows are compensating, and firm credit momentum and supportive FDI trends are also noted.
India’s higher education sector faces a defining decade, with a new report warning that the NEP 2020 target of a 50 percent GER demands 86.11 million enrolments by 2035. This steep expansion, requiring a 5.3 percent annual capacity growth, pushes institutions toward digital ecosystems, flexible learning, and employability-focused reforms as traditional campuses struggle to keep…
A Lucknow father’s plea to Russia for his son’s participation in a cancer vaccine trial has received a sensitive response. While the Russian government is considering the request, India’s Health Ministry stated the vaccine is currently only for local trials. The father has appealed to Indian and Russian officials for his son’s inclusion.
