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New Delhi: India’s selectors have made a major change to the T20I setup by appointing Shreyas Iyer as the new captain for the upcoming tours of Ireland and England. Iyer replaces Suryakumar Yadav, who has been left out of the squad despite leading India to a T20 World Cup triumph earlier this year. In another notable development, teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has received his first senior national team call-up following an impressive IPL 2026 campaign. Meanwhile, Tilak Varma has been appointed vice-captain. Fast bowler Prince Yadav has also earned his maiden T20I selection after previously being included in India’s…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Senior Goa leader Churchill Alemao has indicated that he is open to rejoining the Congress, stating that he has always remained emotionally connected to the party and would return if invited by its leadership. Speaking to reporters, Alemao described the Congress as “an ocean” that stands by its dedicated workers. “Congress is like an ocean, and those who protect it do not leave it easily, unlike some other parties,” he said. Alemao revealed that he recently met senior Congress leader Girish Chodankar to congratulate him and spent nearly an hour discussing various issues. He said the interaction…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant has said that the government’s “Mhaje Ghar” scheme is expected to benefit around one lakh people, making it one of the state’s key housing initiatives. He appealed to eligible citizens to come forward and avail themselves of the scheme, which aims to provide housing support and improve the quality of life for beneficiaries. Highlighting the government’s focus on public health, the Chief Minister said that more than 25,000 people have already benefited from the “Health with Ayurveda” initiative. He encouraged the public to participate in health camps and undergo regular health screenings,…

New Delhi: India produced a sensational comeback to defeat arch-rivals Pakistan 5-3 in a thrilling semi-final of the U18 Men’s Asia Cup in Kakamigahara, Japan, securing a place in the final after a dominant final-quarter display. The match began cautiously, with both teams battling for control in midfield. India struck first in the 12th minute when a swift move forced a defensive error from Pakistan, resulting in a penalty stroke. Forward Ashish Tani Purti converted the opportunity calmly to hand India a 1-0 lead at the end of the opening quarter. Pakistan responded strongly in the second quarter and created…

New Delhi: India head coach Gautam Gambhir has welcomed the International Cricket Council’s decision to allow the use of pink balls in regular Test matches affected by poor light, calling it a positive step that could help ensure results in crucial games. The ICC recently approved a trial rule that will permit teams, by mutual agreement, to switch from a red ball to a pink ball during a day Test if bad light threatens to reduce playing time. Under the proposal, matches will begin with the traditional red ball, but if visibility deteriorates, floodlights can be used and a pink…

New Delhi: Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa scripted a historic achievement on Friday by becoming the first Indian player to win the prestigious Norway Chess title. The 20 year old secured the landmark victory after defeating Vincent Keymer in the final round. Entering the day in third place with 15 points, Praggnanandhaa delivered when it mattered most, earning three crucial points from a classical win to finish the tournament on 18 points and claim the title. The triumph marks a significant milestone in Indian chess, as even legendary former world champion Viswanathan Anand and reigning world champion D Gukesh had never…

New Delhi: In a significant step towards cleaner transportation and greater energy security, India has launched E85 fuel, a petrol blend containing 85 per cent ethanol, at an Indian Oil outlet in New Delhi. The new fuel, unveiled by Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, is expected to play a key role in the country’s transition towards sustainable mobility. To encourage adoption, the government has priced E85 around 20 per cent lower than E20 petrol, making it a more affordable alternative for consumers. The pricing strategy is aimed at promoting the use of cleaner fuels while helping…