Mamata urges EC to stop extending deadline for rival TMC faction

Telangana man accused of stalking, killing minor found dead

Anupam Kher and Naseeruddin Shah's old feud resurfaces after temple theft remarks

A 2020 interview in which Naseeruddin Shah called Anupam Kher a 'clown' has resurfaced on social media. The clip gained renewed attention after Kher publicly downplayed reports of donation theft at the Ayodhya Ram Temple, calling it minor compared to historical temple destructions. Shah's earlier interview had criticised Kher's political stance and public conduct. Kher had responded at the time by accusing Shah of frustration and substance abuse. The exchange between the two veteran actors has once again sparked debate online.

India's retail inflation rises to 4.38% in June, crossing RBI's 4% threshold

India's retail inflation climbed to 4.38% in June 2025, up from 3.93% in May, breaching the Reserve Bank of India's 4% target. The rise was largely driven by higher food prices, which pushed the Consumer Price Index upward. Vegetables such as ginger and tomatoes recorded sharp year-on-year price increases, fuelling the uptick. However, not all food items turned costlier — potatoes and peas saw prices fall compared to the same period last year. Rural regions reported steeper inflation than urban areas during the month.

India's spin bowling depth under scrutiny after string of T20I struggles

India's spin attack, long considered a core strength, has been showing a worrying decline in recent T20I cricket. Spinners have repeatedly failed to take wickets in the middle overs in series against Ireland and England. The thinning talent pipeline has added to concerns about the long-term health of India's spin department. Team management has responded by leaning more heavily on pace bowlers to compensate for the spin unit's underperformance.