Former Australian coach Justin Langer has voiced his support for Marnus Labuschagne, urging the national team to retain the struggling batsman in the top order. Langer believes dropping Labuschagne would hinder the development of future batting talent. Labuschagne’s place in the team has come under scrutiny following Australia’s loss in the ICC World Test Championship final to South Africa. Despite being promoted to open the innings, he recorded scores of 17 and 22, finishing the two-year cycle with an average of 27.82. Langer emphasized Labuschagne’s experience and past success, highlighting his average of 46.19 over his career. He pointed out…
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A new elevated road in Patna, designed to alleviate traffic congestion and improve the city’s transportation infrastructure, was inaugurated on June 16th. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar presided over the inauguration of the Mithapur-Mahuli elevated road. This new route is expected to significantly ease traffic for the residents of southern Patna and improve connectivity to and from various districts in South Bihar, saving commuters valuable time and reducing the impact of traffic jams. The Mithapur-Mahuli-Punpun project, which includes this elevated road, has been constructed from Bhupatipur to Punpun (NH-22) with a total investment of Rs 1400 crore. The inauguration ceremony…
R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh star in the upcoming romantic film ‘Aap Jaisa Koi,’ directed by Vivek Soni. The film, written by Jehan Handa and Radhika Anand, also features Kumar Kanchan Ghosh. The movie is set to premiere on Netflix on July 11th, 2025. The story follows the unlikely love story of a shy Sanskrit teacher and a talkative French teacher. Produced by Karan Johar’s Dharmatic Entertainment, the film explores themes of love, relationships, and unexpected friendships.
Yashasvi Jaiswal has emerged as a key player for India, particularly excelling against England. In just five matches against the English team, he has amassed 712 runs, boasting an outstanding average of 89. This impressive record includes three half-centuries and two centuries, showcasing his potential to consistently perform against one of the world’s best bowling attacks. Jaiswal’s performance in England will be highly anticipated. In Test cricket, across 19 matches, Jaiswal has scored 1798 runs, including 4 centuries and 10 half-centuries. He is just 202 runs away from reaching 2000 runs, a feat he could achieve quickly. Playing in England…
Recent political developments in Bihar, with upcoming assembly elections, have sparked speculation. A recent India Bloc (Mahagathbandhan) meeting excluded the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), currently in power in Jharkhand and part of the coalition. This has led to questions about the strength of the alliance between Hemant Soren and Tejashwi Yadav. Following their exclusion from the meeting, the JMM’s stance has hardened. JMM Central General Secretary Supriyo Bhattacharya stated that they would not force their inclusion in any meeting. He firmly declared their intention to contest the Bihar elections. Bhattacharya emphasized that the RJD and Congress should remember the JMM’s…
PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti has appealed to the Indian government to swiftly ensure the safe return of Indian students currently in Iran, amidst the ongoing conflict. She expressed concern over the anxiety of the students’ families, urging the Ministry of External Affairs to intervene immediately. The Indian Embassy in Tehran is actively working to support these students, monitoring the situation and providing assistance. Efforts include relocating students to safer areas within Iran and exploring potential evacuation options. The Embassy is also communicating with community leaders to address welfare and safety issues. This follows reports of Israeli strikes targeting Iranian weapons…
The highly anticipated adaptation of E. Lockhart’s novel, *We Were Liars*, is set to premiere on streaming platforms. This psychological thriller, known for its complex plot and poetic storytelling, will soon be available for viewers to enjoy. The series will exclusively stream on Amazon Prime Video starting June 18th, 2025. Cadence Sinclair Eastman, part of the wealthy Sinclair family, spends her summers on a private island. She develops strong bonds with her cousins and Gat. During the summer of her fifteenth year, Cadence suffers a mysterious accident, losing her memory. Two years later, she returns to the island, seeking answers,…
Indian cricket’s rising star, Yashasvi Jaiswal, is on the cusp of making history. Following his impressive debut in 2023, the left-handed batsman is nearing the 2000-run mark in Test cricket. Needing only 202 more runs, Jaiswal is aiming to become the fastest Indian to achieve this milestone. Currently, Jaiswal has accumulated 1798 runs in 19 Test matches (36 innings), maintaining an average of 52.88, including four centuries and ten half-centuries. Surpassing legends like Rahul Dravid and Virender Sehwag, who took 40 innings, Jaiswal could reach 2000 runs in his next three innings. The upcoming Test series in England, commencing June…
Air India flight AI 315, en route from Hong Kong to Delhi, experienced a technical problem mid-flight, prompting the pilot to turn back to Hong Kong on Monday. The aircraft involved was a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner. In a separate incident, a Saudia Airlines plane carrying approximately 250 Hajj pilgrims encountered a technical glitch upon arrival at Lucknow Airport on Sunday. The flight, which originated in Jeddah, experienced an issue with its landing gear. Airport officials reported that smoke and sparks were observed coming from a wheel after landing. The flight, SV 3112, departed Jeddah at 10:45 PM on Saturday and…
Kim Kardashian celebrated her daughter North West’s 12th birthday on June 15th in Los Angeles, sharing heartwarming, never-before-seen baby photos on Instagram. These sweet images captured North’s early years as a toddler, showing her cuddling with her mother and playing with toys. Kim, a mother of four, shared these photos on Sunday, accompanied by a heartfelt message: “My little baby North turns 12 years old today. We were looking at pics today together and laughing so hard, you were so small. It’s been the most special calling being your mom. I love you forever and got you forever my bubs.”…