Akshita Kapoor

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Amid ongoing tariff talks, India is stepping on the gas — literally — to reduce its trade surplus with the US in the hope of an early deal. State-run gas utility GAIL has invited expressions of interest for acquiring upto 26% stake in a US LNG (liquefied natural gas) project and a 15-year gas sourcing contract.The move comes within two months of talks between prime minister Narendra Modi and US president Donald trump in Washington, where both agreed to expand energy ties. India offered to increase its purchase of US oil and gas from $15 billion in 2024 to $25 billion in the coming years, contributing towards reducing the $45.7 billion trade surplus.India meets 85% of its oil requirement and 50% of gas needs through imports. The US is India’s fifth largest oil supplier of oil and […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The main accused wanted in connection with the kidnapping and murder of a 5-year-old girl in Karnataka's Hubballi, was killed in an encounter on Sunday while allegedly attempting to flee from the cops.Earlier in the day, a body of a girl was discovered in a tin-roofed abandoned shed, sparking outrage. Hundreds gathered outside the Ashok Nagar police station demanding justice for the child.A massive manhunt was launched and the accused was identified as 35-year-old Ritesh Kumar from Bihar's Patna.The encounterLater in the day, based on CCTV footage and inputs from local residents, police traced the accused.“This morning in Vijayanagara area, within Ashok Nagar limits, the girl’s body was found in an abandoned shed. We identified the accused as Ritesh Kumar. He tried to flee, damaged the police vehicle, assaulted our officers, and pelted stones,” said Commissioner Kumar.“In […]

[ad_1] MS Dhoni (left) speaks to CSK head coach Stephen Fleming during the practice session. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming admitted that turning around their woeful IPL 2025 campaign would be a "big challenge," emphasising that MS Dhoni’s return as captain, following Ruturaj Gaikwad’s injury, is not a magical solution."His [Dhoni's] influence will always be prominent, but he's not a soothsayer, he hasn't got a magic wand," Fleming told reporters ahead of CSK’s clash with Lucknow Super Giants on Monday. "He can't just rub it over the side otherwise he would have brought it out earlier. It's a case of us working very hard along with MS to turn it around and certainly in both of our cricketing careers, we've been in situations that require a lot of energy and we've got to make […]

[ad_1] Image credits: Getty Images The White House said on Sunday Donald Trump is "fully fit," as it released results from the US president's first annual medical check-up of his second and final term, which began in January.Also Read: Donald Trump declared 'fully fit' in medical tests, his first in second term"President Trump exhibits excellent cognitive and physical health and is fully fit to execute the duties of the Commander-in-Chief and Head of State," read a physician's letter shared by the White House.The MAGA leader was examined by Capt. Sean Barbabella of the US Navy on Friday. Later that day, the billionaire had told reporters he felt "in very good shape."Drop in weightThe results showed Trump weighs 224 pounds (101.6 kg), down 20 pounds from his last physical as president, in 2020, when he was found to weigh 244 pounds […]

[ad_1] ICC chairman Jay Shah (c) with Chief Executives Committee members. (Pic credit: ICC) NEW DELHI: In a major move to promote inclusivity and opportunity in cricket, the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Sunday announced the formation of a dedicated task force to support displaced Afghan women cricketers. The initiative, launched in partnership with the BCCI, ECB and Cricket Australia, aims to provide holistic support to Afghan women athletes uprooted from their homeland due to political turmoil.The ICC will establish a special fund to offer direct financial assistance, ensuring that these cricketers can continue pursuing their careers. In addition, a robust high-performance programme will offer access to elite coaching, world-class facilities, and personalised mentorship.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!“At the International Cricket Council, we are deeply committed to fostering inclusivity and ensuring every cricketer has the […]

[ad_1] Rongali Bihu, or Bohag Bihu, is the onset of the Assamese New Year and one of the most beloved festivals of Assam. It celebrates joy, prosperity, and new beginnings as it ushers in the arrival of spring through colorful festivities, traditional Bihu dance, and scrumptious feasts. To make this event even more memorable, here are the top 50 wishes, messages, and quotes that you can express to your loved ones to bring happiness and prosperity.Heartwarming Rongali Bihu wishesWishing you a happy and prosperous Rongali Bihu! May the new year be filled with happiness and success in every walk of your life.May the dhol and pepa sound fill your heart with happiness. Happy Bohag Bihu to you and your loved ones!Let's greet the Assamese New Year with love, laughter, and positivity. Happy Rongali Bihu!May this Bihu bring warmth to your […]

[ad_1] Virat Kohli and Phil Salt (Photo: BCCI/IPL) An explosive knock by Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) opener Phil Salt and Virat Kohli's signature unbeaten innings as 'chasemaster' deflated the Rajasthan Royals' (RR) bowling attack, chasing a par target of 174 that the visitors achieved in 17.3 overs for a nine-wicket win in the Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Sunday.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!'Player of the Match' Salt's 65 off just 33 balls included 5 fours and 6 sixes as he played the aggressor in the 92-run opening stand, until dismissed in the ninth over bowled by 'impact sub' Kumar Kartikeya. After that, Kohli bossed the proceedings with his unbeaten 62 off 45 balls, including 4 fours and 2 sixes, and an 83-run unbroken stand with Devdutt Padikkal […]

[ad_1] Education Secretary Linda McMahon reportedly caused a stir at the ASU+GSV Summit recently when she repeatedly confused artificial intelligence (AI) with A1, the popular steak sauce, during a panel on educational innovation. As reported by USA Today, McMahon, 76, initially used the term AI correctly, stating, “AI development – how can we educate at the speed of light if we don’t have the best technology around to do that?” However, her remarks soon veered off course. “A school system that’s going to start making sure that first graders, or even pre-Ks, have A1 teaching in every year. That’s a wonderful thing!” she said, prompting chuckles from the audience.She continued, “Kids are sponges. They just absorb everything. It wasn’t all that long ago that it was, ‘We’re going to have internet in our schools!’ Now let’s see A1 and how […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Former Bahujan Samaj Party leader Akash Anand on Sunday pleaded before party supremo and his aunt Mayawati to take him back into the party after he was sacked from the party.In a social media post on X, Akash said that Mayawati is his only political guru and claimed that he would not let his relations, especially his in-laws, become an obstacle."I consider the national president of BSP, four-time chief minister of UP and many-time Member of Parliament of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, respected Behen ji Ms. Mayawati, as my only political guru and ideal. Today, I take this pledge that for the benefit of the Bahujan Samaj Party, I will not let my relations, and especially my in-laws, become an obstacle," Akash said."Not only this, I also apologize for my tweet made a few days ago, […]

[ad_1] Virat Kohli (Pic credit: IPL) NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli etched his name deeper into cricketing history on Sunday by becoming the first Indian to score 100 half-centuries in T20 cricket. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) star achieved the milestone during his unbeaten knock of 62 off 45 balls against Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.This marked Kohli’s third fifty of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season and took his overall tally to 100 fifties and 9 hundreds in 405 T20 matches. He now sits second on the all-time list of most T20 half-centuries, behind only Australia’s David Warner, who has 108 fifties and 8 centuries from 400 games.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Kohli brought up his landmark in style, launching Wanindu Hasaranga over the ropes in the 15th over of […]