The Latest Breaking News from India

Chess: Magnus Carlsen calls Ding Liren ‘broken’ as teenage star Gukesh emerges

The former world champion fears for the current holder, who is out of form before title defence against 17-year-old Gukesh Dommaraju

The Guardian - UK · May 3, 2024

After viral video, Galgotia University issues full-page ad on giving students ‘a distinct edge’

Days after the protest by students of Galgotias University went viral for all the wrong reasons, the university published a full-page ad in Amar Ujala, perhaps an attempt at damage control. 

Newslaundry · May 3, 2024

IPL 2024: Nitish Reddy explains his role that allows Heinrich Klassen to score freely

NEW DELHI: Given the responsibility of leading Sunrisers Hyderabad's middle order, youthful Nitish Reddy has been handling it expertly at a time when many consider him to be a potential all-rounder for India because of his quick medium pace bowling.

The Times of India · May 3, 2024

India slams Pakistan in UNGA, says it harbours most dubious track record on all aspects

India's UN envoy criticizes Pakistan's remarks, emphasizes importance of peace, respect, and unity in global discussions.

The Hindu · May 3, 2024

Biden labels Japan and India ‘xenophobic’ along with China and Russia

Comments met with surprise since US president has sought to deepen ties with key ally Japan, as well as India.

Al Jazeera · May 3, 2024

'Virat Kohli needs to dictate terms, not anchor, at T20 World Cup'

BCCI ended all debates and speculations over Virat Kohli's strike rate in T20s with his inclusion in India's T20 World Cup squad, but the discussions around the batting legend have now veered towards whether he should open, play aggressively, be the sheet anchor and so on.

The Times of India · May 3, 2024

World Press Freedom Index: India’s improved ranking and the Palestine puzzle

India ranked 159, two spots higher than last year, in the 2024 edition of the Press Freedom Index, published annually by Reporters Without Borders. It’s behind Turkey, Pakistan and Sri Lanka, which are ranked at positions 158, 152, and 150, respectively.

Newslaundry · May 3, 2024

Cool solution: how ice-cream saved drought-hit farmers in India

As the climate crisis forces people to abandon their land in Rajasthan, a new industry has sprung up in the desert state, with thousands of gaily decorated vans setting off to sell ice-cream across the country

The Guardian - UK · May 3, 2024

'If you don't change, you get left behind': Tim Southee reflects on evolution of Twenty20 cricket amid IPL run-fest

NEW DELHI: New Zealand paceman Tim Southee recently shared his insights on the high-scoring trend witnessed in the Indian Premier League, highlighting the dynamic nature of Twenty20 cricket and the imperative for bowlers to adjust to the evolving landscape.

The Times of India · May 3, 2024

Watch: When Rohit Sharma did KKR's 'mehman nawazi' on his home ground Wankhede Stadium

Mumbai Indians (MI) will host Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Wankhede Stadium for their next Indian Premier League (IPL) match on Friday, and MI icon Rohit Sharma didn't miss a chance to welcome KKR players on his home ground.

The Times of India · May 3, 2024