Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman extends Janmashtami greetings, calls for religious harmony

Chahal Dismisses Stokes With Four-Wicket Haul in County Championship

Indian spinner Yuzvendra Chahal produced a standout performance for Northamptonshire in the County Championship, dismissing England all-rounder Ben Stokes with a well-crafted delivery. Chahal finished his spell with impressive figures of four wickets for 36 runs. Stokes appeared completely beaten by the delivery, continuing a recent pattern of struggles against Indian spin bowling. The dismissal drew attention to Chahal's strong form in the county cricket circuit.

'Conflict won't be solved by who does or doesn't buy oil': India on US sanctions

India's GDP Base Revision Cuts Q1 FY26 Nominal Figure by Rs 6 Lakh Crore

India's latest GDP data showing 7.8% growth has triggered a debate among economists over a significant statistical revision. The controversy centres on Q1 FY26 GDP at current prices, where the nominal figure has been sharply revised downward. Under the older 2011-12 base series, the estimate stood at Rs 86.05 lakh crore, but the new series places it at Rs 80 lakh crore. This Rs 6 lakh crore difference in the base figure has raised questions about the reliability and comparability of India's national accounts data.

Mayawati says nephew Akash Anand lacks maturity for major BSP role

BSP chief Mayawati has stated that her nephew Akash Anand requires greater political maturity before he can take on a significant position within the party. She reaffirmed that the Bahujan Samaj Party will contest all upcoming national elections on its own, without any alliances. Mayawati also took aim at the Congress party, describing it as anti-Dalit and anti-Ambedkar in its outlook. She further criticised the RSS, alleging a gap between the organisation's stated positions and its actual conduct.