India Marks 150 Years of Vande Mataram With Year-Long National Commemoration

Jaiswal and Fernando clash after heated send-off in Colombo Test

Tensions flared during the first Test between India and Sri Lanka in Colombo after Sri Lankan pacer Asitha Fernando's animated celebration following Yashasvi Jaiswal's dismissal sparked a heated confrontation between the two players. The situation escalated enough to require the Sri Lankan captain to step in and calm things down. India had won the toss and were batting, reaching 88 for 2 by the end of the morning session. The match is part of a two-Test series, with India holding a 1-0 lead following their victory in the first game.

PM Modi meets space startups on National Space Day, lauds their ambition

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with representatives from India's space startup ecosystem, expressing admiration for their drive and aspirations. The meeting coincided with National Space Day, which commemorates Chandrayaan-3's historic landing near the Moon's south pole. The occasion highlighted India's growing stature in space exploration and scientific advancement. ISRO Chairman Narayanan reflected on the organisation's modest origins and noted the global sharing of mission data. The day is intended to foster wider public interest in science and technology across the country.

Vaiko Renews DMK-BJP Pact Allegations Amid Delimitation Row in Tamil Nadu

MDMK leader Vaiko has revived allegations of a secret understanding between the DMK and BJP in Tamil Nadu, amid growing tensions over the delimitation issue. While acknowledging the Tamil Nadu government's performance in its first hundred days, Vaiko raised concerns about behind-the-scenes political dealings. The DMK, in turn, questioned Chief Minister Vijay's position on delimitation following his meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The exchanges came on the sidelines of the Southern Zonal Council meeting, where southern states also agreed to address inter-state water disputes through mutual dialogue. The meeting served as a backdrop for both political sparring and cooperative regional discussions.

Phone theft claim sparks clash at Andhra nursing hostel; Northeast students shifted