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New Delhi: Former India head coach Rahul Dravid has reignited debate around “superstar culture” in Indian cricket after defending the importance of iconic players in inspiring future generations. His remarks come at a time when current head coach Gautam Gambhir has repeatedly spoken about reducing the influence of individual stardom within the national team setup. Speaking on a cricket podcast, Dravid said every sport requires heroes and legends who capture the imagination of fans through consistent performances and contributions to team success. He stressed that becoming a superstar in a country like India is not easy due to the immense…

New Delhi: Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday criticised the Narendra Modi led central government following the latest hike in fuel prices, saying ordinary citizens were being forced to bear the consequences of the government’s decisions. The sharp reaction from the Congress leader came after petrol prices were increased by Rs 3.14 per litre and diesel by Rs 3.11 per litre amid rising international crude oil prices and supply disruptions linked to tensions in West Asia. CNG prices were also raised by Rs 2 in several regions, adding to concerns over inflation and rising household…

New Delhi: India has strongly condemned an attack on an Indian flagged commercial vessel off the coast of Oman, describing the incident as “unacceptable” amid rising security concerns in the Strait of Hormuz region. The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that all 14 crew members aboard the vessel were rescued safely after the ship came under attack on Wednesday. The identity of those responsible for the strike has not yet been established. According to officials, the vessel had been sailing from Somalia when it was struck, triggering a fire that eventually caused the ship to sink. Oman’s Coast Guard carried…

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has begun a five nation diplomatic tour starting with the United Arab Emirates before heading to the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy, with energy security, technology cooperation, and strategic economic partnerships expected to dominate discussions. The visit comes at a time when tensions linked to the Iran conflict and disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz continue to affect global oil markets and supply chains. As one of the world’s largest energy importers, India is seeking to strengthen long term partnerships while diversifying trade and technology cooperation across regions. Modi’s first stop in the UAE…

New Delhi: After holding fuel prices steady for nearly ten weeks despite mounting global pressure, the Centre and state run oil companies finally increased petrol and diesel prices by Rs 3 per litre. The move comes amid soaring crude oil rates, disruptions in global supply chains, and heavy financial losses faced by oil marketing companies. The sharp rise in international crude prices has largely been driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most crucial oil shipping routes. Concerns over supply disruptions and shipping delays pushed crude oil prices from…

New Delhi: The latest increase in petrol and diesel prices has triggered a sharp political confrontation between the BJP and the Congress, with the ruling party defending the move as necessary amid global energy disruptions while the opposition accused the Centre of burdening citizens after state elections. Fuel prices were raised across major cities after remaining unchanged for several weeks. In Delhi, petrol now costs Rs 97.77 per litre while diesel has risen to Rs 90.67. Similar hikes were recorded in Mumbai and Chennai, with prices varying across states due to local taxes. The Congress criticised the timing of the…

New Delhi: India has raised strong concerns over the escalating tensions in the Middle East and their impact on global energy routes, calling on BRICS nations to work together in addressing growing geopolitical and economic uncertainty. Speaking at the BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stressed the importance of protecting maritime stability in key international waterways, particularly the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea. Addressing representatives including Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi and UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Khalifa Shaheen Al Marar, Jaishankar said peace and stability must be pursued collectively and consistently.…