Putin Expects to Meet PM Modi at SCO Summit in Bishkek Next Week

Nvidia shares fall 8% as board probes reports tying CEO Huang to alleged Chinese spy

Nvidia's stock dropped about 8% following reports of an internal investigation involving CEO Jensen Huang. The company said an independent committee of its directors will oversee the probe, supported by outside legal counsel. Reports last month alleged that Alice Huang, a Chinese citizen, had formed a close relationship with the chief executive. The reports further claimed she passed information directly to Beijing. The article does not confirm the allegations, which remain under review.

Smriti Mandhana to captain India in all three formats on South Africa tour

Smriti Mandhana has been named captain of India for every format on the December tour of South Africa. The schedule includes one Test, three ODIs and three T20Is. Deepti Sharma will serve as vice-captain for the Test and ODI legs, while Shafali Verma takes on that role for the T20Is. Vaishnavi Sharma has been brought into the ODI squad in place of Sneh Rana. Three young players have also been included in the T20I lineup.

PM Modi speaks with Zelenskyy, discusses efforts for Russia-Ukraine peace deal

Bibi Jagir Kaur Set to Rejoin Akali Dal After Chandumajra's Return

Bibi Jagir Kaur is reportedly set to return to the Akali Dal, following the recent return of senior leader Prem Singh Chandumajra. The development points to the Badal-led party's renewed push to bring back veteran leaders. The move is being read as a signal of the party's efforts to rebuild its ranks. The source article presents the return as proposed and does not provide further details on timing or conditions.