‘Difficult decision to replace Rohit Sharma’: Chief selector Ajit Agarkar backs Shubman Gill as India’s new ODI captain

India’s selectors elevated Shubman Gill to ODI captaincy, replacing Rohit Sharma, with an eye on the 2027 World Cup. Chairman Ajit Agarkar stated this difficult decision was for the team’s future. He emphasized early planning due to fewer ODI games. Ravindra Jadeja was excluded from the ODI squad for Australia due to conditions. Rohit and…

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Cyclone Shakhti: Minimal impact expected over Goa; IMD issues alert for fishermen

Severe cyclonic storm Shakhti, currently in the Arabian Sea, is unlikely to significantly impact Goa as it tracks westwards, away from the Indian coast. While Maharashtra remains on alert, experts attribute its formation to high sea temperatures, highlighting a concerning rise in Arabian Sea cyclones. Fishermen are advised caution, and light to moderate rainfall is…

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Bigg Boss 19: Amaal Mallik breaks down in tears after host Salman Khan discusses the music composer’s battle with depression; says ‘Mere Papa ko bura lagega’

Bigg Boss 19’s Weekend Ka Vaar saw Salman Khan clear Amaal Mallik of derogatory remark allegations, blaming Kunickaa Sadanand for creating confusion. Salman then held Abhishek Bajaj responsible for a physical fight and scolded him for abusive language. Khan defended Amaal’s past struggles with depression, drawing parallels to Sanjay Dutt, which deeply moved Amaal, causing…

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All eyes on Gaza: Netanyahu positive on Hamas deal, Trump wary of any ‘delay’ – key things to know

Hamas’s readiness to release hostages under US President Donald Trump’s ceasefire plan has sparked guarded optimism from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who vows to disarm the group. Mediated talks are set for Egypt, aiming for a deal involving hostage-prisoner exchanges and Israeli withdrawal. Despite hopes for peace, violence persists in Gaza, and questions remain…

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All eyes on Gaza: Netanyahu positive on Hamas deal, Trump wary of any ‘delay’

Hamas’s readiness to release hostages under US President Donald Trump’s ceasefire plan has sparked guarded optimism from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who vows to disarm the group. Mediated talks are set for Egypt, aiming for a deal involving hostage-prisoner exchanges and Israeli withdrawal. Despite hopes for peace, violence persists in Gaza, and questions remain…

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