India Bans Telecom Infrastructure Providers From Sharing Data Abroad

Vihari questions selectors over Patidar, Kuldeep and Samson's Zimbabwe snub

Former India batter Hanuma Vihari has publicly questioned the selection committee's decision to exclude Rajat Patidar from India's T20I squad for the Zimbabwe tour. Vihari pointed to Patidar's strong IPL 2026 campaign and his leadership role with RCB as reasons he deserved a call-up. He also raised concerns over the absence of Kuldeep Yadav and Sanju Samson, arguing the squad is short on right-handed batting options. On the field, India made a winning start to the series by defeating Zimbabwe by seven wickets in the opening T20I to lead 1-0.

SC laments vanishing of joint family system

Joe Root's 249-Run Haul Steers England to ODI Series Victory

Joe Root delivered an outstanding performance across three innings, amassing 249 runs to guide England to an ODI series win. Freed from captaincy responsibilities, Root has visibly evolved his game, becoming a more potent threat for opposing sides. His consistent form underlines his enduring value to the England setup. Root's ambition to become England's greatest ever batter continues to drive his performances at the highest level. His experienced presence also gives younger teammates greater confidence and freedom to express themselves.

Education Ministry Gets Two New Secretaries, Vineet Joshi Shifted to Panchayati Raj

The Indian government has appointed two new secretaries to the Ministry of Education as part of a broader bureaucratic reshuffle. Vineet Joshi, who previously served in the education ministry, has been transferred to the Ministry of Panchayati Raj. The reshuffle involved a total of 13 new departmental heads being appointed across various ministries. Such senior IAS-level reshuffles are periodically carried out by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet to rebalance administrative leadership.