After India’s T20 World Cup 2026 triumph, the BCCI announced a Rs 131 crore reward for the team and support staff. Each of the 15 players is expected to receive Rs 6 crore, with the rest shared among staff. India beat New Zealand by 96 runs in the final, becoming the first team to retain the title and win the tournament three times.
The Middle East crisis has brought to fore with clarity an important fact - while India says it is comfortably placed on its oil, LPG, and LNG supplies - there is need to step up pace on long-term plans.
Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna shared heartwarming glimpses from their Mehendi and Pradhanam ceremonies, expressing a wish for more time together. The couple looked radiant in elegant traditional attire, with Rashmika stunning in an embellished earthy-toned outfit and Vijay in royal robes. Fans were treated to a behind-the-scenes look at their joyous pre-wedding celebrations, filled with laughter and family.
A QR code on CBSE Class 12 math papers unexpectedly led students to a Rick Astley music video, sparking concerns about exam paper authenticity. While the Board confirmed the papers are genuine and security remains intact, they are investigating the incident to prevent future occurrences. This unusual prank caused significant student and parent anxiety.
On Day 11 of the US-Iran war, President Trump claims devastating military losses and a swift end, while Iran signals prolonged resistance. This conflict is evolving into a test of endurance, with Iran aiming to outlast Washington and Israel through attrition and disruption, while Trump faces domestic pressure from rising oil prices and potential midterm backlash.
India slipped to 25th in the 2026 Gender Equality in Chess Index (GECI), highlighting gender imbalance in the sport. Despite strong performances by elite women players, female participation in youth championships remains low, and many girls drop out early. Experts say social pressures, financial hurdles and lack of structured support limit opportunities, stressing the need for better grassroots development and long-term systems to promote women’s chess.
The mother of an accused in the Uttam Nagar murder case has approached the Delhi High Court, fearing her house might be demolished like that of a co-accused. This action follows a demolition drive by civic authorities in connection with a Holi clash that resulted in a death.
The Strait of Hormuz closure is forcing Gulf nations to slash oil production as storage tanks fill. Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, and Iraq have significantly reduced output, with Iraq facing an imminent shutdown. Alternative routes are insufficient, raising fears of a total production halt and impacting global oil prices.
The Supreme Court granted bail to the father of the minor accused in the 2024 Pune Porsche crash, who allegedly manipulated blood samples. He had been in custody for 22 months. The accident, which killed two software engineers, occurred when the inebriated juvenile allegedly crashed into their motorcycle.
