The Latest Breaking News from India

'Depends on where I stand and what I need to do': KL Rahul on making a comeback to the T20 team

NEW DELHI: KL Rahul's approach to making a comeback to the Indian T20 team is pragmatic and situation-dependent. His statement, "Depends on where I stand and what I need to do," reflects a mindset focused on adaptability and self-awareness.

The Times of India · May 17, 2024

Dangers of divisiveness: On the electoral rhetoric, from the top level

The fomenting of divisive politics will not help the Indian nation as a whole.

The Hindu · May 17, 2024

Stay invested: On Chabahar and India-Iran ties

India has taken U-turns in its Iran engagement depending on the policy changes in Washington DC, which it should not do any more

The Hindu · May 17, 2024

Nearly 6 million trees disappeared from farmlands in three years, says satellite mapping study

India tree loss: 11% of fully grown trees seen via satellite in 2010-2011 were no longer visible when reviewed from 2018 to 2022

The Hindu · May 17, 2024

PM Modi, INDIA bloc leaders trade barbs, cross swords in Mumbai

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and leaders of the INDIA bloc, including Shiv Sena’s (UBT) Uddhav Thackeray, Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, engaged in a battleground showdown in Mumbai.

The Hindu · May 17, 2024

AFI announces equal penalties for coaches and athletes for failed dope tests

NEW DELHI: In a bold move aimed at upholding integrity in athletics, the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has introduced a groundbreaking policy holding coaches accountable for the failed dope tests of their athletes.

The Times of India · May 17, 2024

Sugar Prices Weighed Down on the Outlook for Robust Sugar Supplies

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN24 ) today is down -0.23 (-1.25%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ24 ) is down -2.70 (-0.50%). Sugar prices today are moderately lower but remain above Thursday's significant lows. NY sugar on Thursday fell to a 1-1/2 year nearest-futures low, and London...

Barchart · May 17, 2024

Extreme heatwaves in south and south-east Asia are a sign of things to come

Since April 2024, wide areas of south and south-east Asia, from Pakistan to the Philippines, have experienced prolonged extreme heat. Covering some of the most densely populated regions in the world, the series of heatwaves has affected everything from human health and wellbeing to the economy and education.

The Conversation · May 17, 2024

Woman from Ottappalam makes it to Cannes Biennale

Anakha Nair is the only Indian artist on showcase at the prestigious International Fine Art Cannes Biennale.

The Hindu · May 17, 2024

Parveen Hooda's suspension forces India to concede Olympic quota; to fight afresh for 57kg in final qualifiers

NEW DELHI: In a highly unusual setback for Indian boxing, the nation finds itself compelled to vie once again for qualification in the women's 57kg category. This necessity arises due to the relinquishment of the quota, following the international suspension of holder Parveen Hooda. Hooda incurred a 22-month suspension from…

The Times of India · May 17, 2024