Indian Envoy Meets Bangladesh PM as Hasina Press Event Strains Bilateral Ties

HP Consumer Commission Orders Amazon to Refund Rs 8,819 and Pay Rs 10,000 Compensation

The Himachal Pradesh consumer commission has directed Amazon to refund Rs 8,819 to a customer whose mattress order was cancelled without a refund being issued. The customer had placed an order for a mattress, which was cancelled and returned to the seller by the courier. Despite the cancellation, Amazon did not process the refund, prompting the consumer to approach the commission. Amazon did not appear before the commission and was proceeded against ex-parte. The commission ordered the e-commerce company to pay an additional Rs 10,000 towards compensation and legal costs.

Australia U19 all-rounder Neel Patel gears up for India tour amid spin challenge

Australian Under-19 all-rounder Neel Patel, who is of Indian descent, is looking forward to touring India with the national youth side. Patel, who plays as a batting all-rounder with a love for off-spin bowling, spoke about his cricketing journey that began with backyard games alongside his grandfather. He acknowledged that conditions in India will differ significantly from what he is used to in Australia, particularly in terms of heat, spin-friendly pitches, and overall playing environment. Patel expressed confidence in his ability to adapt his batting and bowling to suit the demanding Indian conditions.

India and US Navies Hold 5-Day Explosive Ordnance Disposal Exercise in Kochi

The Indian and US navies are jointly conducting a five-day specialized exercise in Kochi focused on explosive ordnance disposal and mine-clearing operations. The training is designed to improve interoperability between the diving and EOD teams of both nations. Activities include expert exchanges, cross-training sessions, and scenario-based drills simulating real-world threats. The exercise also addresses securing ports and coastal infrastructure from asymmetric threats. The collaboration aims to strengthen maritime security and build deeper operational synergy between India and the United States.

'Deep links with AAP': BJP calls CJP protest Kejriwal's 'pet project'