**New Delhi:Cricket fans are eagerly awaiting the Ashes 2025-26, with the five-match Test series kicking off on 21 November at Optus Stadium, Perth. Australia has now announced its squad for the first Test, stepping into the contest with Steve Smith at the helm in the absence of Pat Cummins. Sam Constances Dropped from First Test Australia’s 20-year-old fiery opener Sam Constances, who made headlines during his debut against India in Melbourne’s Boxing Day Test 2024, has been omitted from the first Test squad. Constances had troubled the Indian bowling attack with aggressive strokes, scoring 60 runs in his maiden Test innings, including attacking shots off Jasprit Bumrah. However, a recent lean patch with the bat has led to his exclusion from the first match. In contrast, Jake...

New Delhi:Indian cricket star Suryakumar Yadav, currently captain of the T20 team, is going through a rough patch in his career, struggling to score runs consistently in One-Day Internationals (ODIs). Over the past year, his form has dipped, prompting him to make an emotional appeal to South African legend AB de Villiers, seeking guidance to regain his touch and secure his place in the ODI squad. Struggling in ODIs Known as India’s “Mr. 360”, Suryakumar has dazzled in T20 Internationals with his innovative stroke play, but the same magic has eluded him in ODIs. In 37 ODI matches for India, Suryakumar has scored 773 runs, including 4 fifties but no centuries, with an average of 25.76. In contrast, in T20Is, he has amassed 2,734 runs in 93 matches at an impressive average of 36.94,...

New Delhi:Indian women’s cricket captain Harmanpreet Kaur is set to be immortalized in wax, joining the ranks of legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and MS Dhoni. This honor comes after she led India to its first-ever Women’s World Cup title on 2nd November 2025, when the team defeated South Africa in the final at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai. Wax Statue in Jaipur Harmanpreet Kaur’s wax figure will be installed at the Jaipur Wax Museum inside the Sheesh Mahal of Nahargarh Fort. The unveiling is scheduled for 8th March 2026, coinciding with International Women’s Day, celebrating her historic World Cup victory and women empowerment in sports. Museum founder Anup Srivastava stated that the decision goes beyond commemorating a trophy win. According to him, Harmanpreet rep...

Joharan Mamdani, a Democratic Party candidate of Indian origin, has made history by becoming the Mayor of New York City, attracting nationwide attention. He is the youngest and first Indian-American mayor in a century. What makes his story even more intriguing is his parentage — he is the son of celebrated filmmaker Mira Nair and her second husband Mahmood Mamdani. Few know that Mahmood Mamdani, Joharan’s father, had once been jailed and physically assaulted during his activism. When Mira Nair married him, Joharan was still in her womb. Mira Nair’s First Marriage and Divorce Mira Nair’s first husband was Mitchell Epstein, her photography teacher at Harvard University, where she went in 1976. Despite not being very interested in photography initially, Mira felt an instant conne...

V” The makers of Border 2 have dropped a major surprise for fans — the first look of Varun Dhawan from the highly anticipated war drama has been officially revealed. After the powerful first look of Sunny Deol, this new poster featuring Varun has taken the internet by storm. The film, a sequel to the 1997 blockbuster Border, is set to release on January 23, 2026, nearly 28 years after the original classic. Sharing his look on social media, Varun Dhawan wrote, “Desh ka sipahi — PVC Hoshiar Singh Dahiya.” The actor’s intense expression, military uniform, and battlefield backdrop perfectly capture the spirit of patriotism and valor. In the poster, Varun can be seen holding a rifle amidst chaos, surrounded by fellow soldiers — some fighting fiercely, others injured — with determination b...

In a tragic incident on Tuesday evening, a UPS cargo aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, killing at least seven people and injuring eleven others. According to officials, four of the deceased were not onboard the plane but were caught in the explosion’s aftermath near the airport vicinity. The aircraft, identified as a McDonnell Douglas MD-11, took off around 5:15 PM local time from UPS’s Worldport Global Aviation Hub in Louisville and was en route to Honolulu when it suddenly burst into flames mid-air and crashed with a massive explosion. The crash has once again raised serious questions about the safety record of the MD-11 jet, a model that has faced multiple controversies in the past. About the Aircraft: The McDonnell Doug...

The alcoholic beverages industry, a major revenue source for many state governments, has sounded an alarm in Telangana. Despite contributing nearly ₹38,000 crore annually to the state exchequer, the Telangana government reportedly owes the liquor industry about ₹3,000 crore in pending dues. Leading industry bodies have warned that unless payments are cleared by November 10, the state could face a severe liquor supply crisis during the upcoming Christmas and New Year celebrations — potentially spoiling the festive mood. Industry’s Warning to the GovernmentThe warning comes jointly from the Brewers Association of India (BAI), International Spirits and Wines Association of India (ISWAI), and the Confederation of Indian Alcoholic Beverage Companies (CIABC).These associations have urged the ...

Rajasthan Weather Update:Cold winds sweeping across Rajasthan have intensified the winter chill, bringing a noticeable drop in temperatures. The day temperature in several parts of the state has fallen by up to 7 degrees Celsius, indicating that winter is setting in faster than expected. Sharp Temperature Drop After RainfallAfter two days of rain, cold conditions have gripped most parts of Rajasthan. On Tuesday, the day temperature recorded a sharp fall — up to 7.2°C in some areas — leading to a sudden rise in the cold effect. While the night temperature showed little change, cold winds blowing from the northern hilly regions have caused the daytime temperature to plunge significantly.According to the Meteorological Department, the chill is likely to increase further in the coming days....

Jaipur (Rajasthan): Misleading advertisements continue to land major companies and celebrities in legal trouble. After the Bata Shoes fine earlier this year, a Kota district court has now issued summons to Bollywood superstar Salman Khan and Rajshree Masala Company over allegedly deceptive advertising claims. According to reports, the court took cognizance of a complaint filed by BJP leader and Rajasthan High Court advocate Inder Mohan Singh Hanee, accusing the company and its brand ambassador Salman Khan of misleading consumers through false claims in their product promotions. ‘Kesar in Every Grain’ Claim Under ScrutinyRajshree Group manufactures and markets various spice products and cardamom sachets. In its advertisements, Salman Khan is seen claiming that the company’s masala con...

** Kota (Rajasthan): In a shocking incident, Arjun Gunjal, the Sarpanch of Borabas Gram Panchayat in Kota district, died of a heart attack while driving on Tuesday afternoon. The tragic event created chaos on the road, reminding witnesses of the horrific Jaipur Harmada dumper accident. According to eyewitnesses, Gunjal was driving near Aerodrome Circle when he suddenly collapsed over the steering wheel. The car veered onto a divider, then came down uncontrollably, causing panic among nearby drivers. People rushed toward the vehicle, fearing another major road mishap. When bystanders peered inside, they saw Sarpanch Arjun Gunjal motionless behind the steering wheel. Locals immediately broke the car window to rescue him and rushed him to a hospital, but he succumbed to the heart att...