In a lighthearted revelation, Team India’s spinner Kuldeep Yadav shared a humorous anecdote about taking over Rohit Sharma’s usual spot on the team bus. While Shubman Gill has assumed formal captaincy, Kuldeep has chosen to sit in Rohit’s old seat, primarily to spend more time with veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja. Kuldeep clarified that while he enjoys the camaraderie, he doesn’t aim to replace Rohit as a player or leader. He emphasized the importance of Jadeja’s guidance, especially with R. Ashwin’s absence. Jadeja’s experience is crucial, particularly as Kuldeep has limited experience bowling in English conditions. With senior players retiring, the…
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A young man in Bhagalpur, Bihar, ended his life after his girlfriend allegedly asked him to prove his love by dying for her. The deceased, identified as Deepak (19), was a resident of Banka. He worked at a private clinic in Bhagalpur and met the girl at a wedding a month prior. Their relationship quickly escalated, with Deepak reportedly spending a significant amount of money on her. When the girl stopped communicating with him, Deepak became distraught. His friends found messages on his social media, where he pleaded with her to talk to him. Her alleged response was, “If you…
An 86-year-old man in Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, has died from a COVID-19 infection, marking the first death in the state linked to the new variant. The deceased, identified as Sonraj Golchha, was a resident of Azad Chowk in the city. He was admitted to a private hospital in Raipur for treatment, where his COVID test came back positive. He had pre-existing conditions including hypertension and high blood sugar. The death occurred on Saturday during treatment. The news comes as the country sees a surge in cases of the new variant, causing concern within the health department. Over the past 24…
A Jaipur-based woman, Aarzoo Sethi, a dietitian and nutrition consultant, has publicly criticized Air India Express for an incident involving Flight IX196. According to Sethi, passengers were subjected to a distressing ordeal, remaining on board the aircraft for over five hours without air conditioning. The flight, scheduled from Jaipur to Dubai, was reportedly plagued by a lack of crew interaction and communication, leaving passengers, including children, in a sweltering environment. Sethi’s account, documented in a viral Instagram video, depicts the passengers’ discomfort and frustration. The video shows individuals visibly sweating and attempting to cool themselves, with no assistance forthcoming from…
Brady Corbet’s ‘The Brutalist’, starring Adrien Brody and Felicity Jones, premiered at the 81st Venice International Film Festival on September 1, 2024. Following its festival debut, the film was released in US cinemas on December 20, 2025, and in UK cinemas on January 24, 2025. The period drama garnered significant success, grossing $50.2 million against a $9 million budget. Indian viewers can anticipate the OTT release of ‘The Brutalist’ on JioHotstar, which has acquired the digital rights, starting June 28, 2025. The film will be available to subscribers. The cast includes Adrien Brody, Felicity Jones, Guy Pearce, Joe Alwyn, and…
WhatsApp, owned by Meta, is introducing three new features to its Updates tab, which houses Channels and Status. With a daily user base of 1.5 billion checking this section, the platform is expanding its business tools and monetization options for creators. These new features, launching on June 16, include Channel Subscriptions, Promoted Channels, and Ads in Status. The company emphasizes that these additions aim to support businesses and channel administrators without impacting the privacy of user messages or the core chat experience. If you primarily use WhatsApp for personal communication, these changes won’t alter your experience. The new Channel Subscriptions…
Former South African cricketer AB de Villiers has spoken candidly about his time with the Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) in the IPL, describing the team environment as ‘toxic’. De Villiers, who played for Delhi from 2009 to 2010, recounted his experiences in an interview, highlighting the presence of ‘poisonous characters’ within the team. During his tenure with Delhi, he played 28 matches, scoring nearly 700 runs, including a century and three half-centuries. He later joined RCB in 2011, where he became a highly successful player until his retirement in 2021. De Villiers discussed his Delhi experience with Cricket.com, sharing…
A major accident occurred in Saran, Bihar, when a speeding pickup van overturned. The vehicle’s tire burst, leading to the crash. Five people died in the accident, all reportedly from the same village. The pickup truck was loaded with corn. The incident caused widespread panic in the area. According to initial reports, a tire on the pickup vehicle blew out near the Bajitpur Four-Lane road in the Nayagaon police station area of Saran district, resulting in five fatalities. The vehicle was transporting corn from Dighwara, Saran, towards Hajipur for processing when the tire burst near Bajitpur, causing the driver to…
Raipur: A crucial meeting of Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai’s cabinet will be held at the secretariat on June 18 at 11:30 AM. With the arrival of the monsoon, it is anticipated that significant decisions regarding farmers and fertilizer-related issues may be taken in the Sai cabinet meeting. Furthermore, there is speculation that an important decision regarding an increase in the dearness allowance for government employees could also be made during the meeting. However, no official confirmation has been given in this regard.
Following an improvement in air quality, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has withdrawn Stage-I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in the National Capital Region (NCR). The decision comes after the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi was recorded at 140, placing it in the ‘Moderate’ category. Although still considered ‘unhealthy for sensitive groups,’ this reading represents a significant improvement. The Sub-Committee on GRAP, considering favorable meteorological conditions and forecasts from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), determined that the air quality would likely remain in the ‘Moderate’ category in the coming days. All concerned agencies in the…