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Rinku Singh removed as SVEEP icon over political neutrality concerns following engagement with Samajwadi Party’s MP | India News

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LUCKNOW: The Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Uttar Pradesh has officially removed cricketer Rinku Singh from his role as the state icon of the Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) program. The decision, approved by the Election Commission of India (ECI), was communicated to the Aligarh district election officer (DEO), citing concerns over political…

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Forex reserves this week: India’s kitty rise by $2.7 billion to $698.1 billion; gold and SDR holdings also increase

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India’s foreign exchange reserves rose by $2.703 billion to $698.192 billion during the week ended July 25, according to the Reserve Bank of India’s latest data released on Friday.This increase comes after a decline of $1.183 billion in the previous reporting week, when total reserves had slipped to $695.489 billion, PTI reported.The latest uptick was…

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Watch: Akash Deep roars after dismissing Ben Duckett – Animated send-off lights up The Oval | Cricket News

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Akash Deep of India celebrates after dismissing Ben Duckett of England (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) India’s Akash Deep brought an end to England’s blistering opening partnership with a moment of drama and aggression. After being reverse-scooped for a six earlier in the session, the pacer had the last laugh when he dismissed Ben Duckett…

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IND vs ENG | Karun Nair’s ex-coach on first fifty in 9 years: ‘He wouldn’t have got another chance had he failed’ | Cricket News

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Karun Nair (Getty Images) Team India batter Karun Nair emerged as the top run-getter for the visitors in the first innings of their fifth Test against England, recording his first half-century in international cricket after nine years. The 33-year-old batter scored 57 runs off 109 balls in a knock comprising eight fours, enabling the Indian…

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9 Indian-origin sportspersons in the US: Where they studied and how it shaped their journey

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9 Indian-origin sportspersons in the US Indian-origin athletes competing in the US remain a small but steadily growing group, breaking new ground across sports like tennis, golf, football, and wrestling. While their on-field achievements often draw headlines, what’s equally compelling is where their journeys began — in classrooms, training academies, and college campuses across America….

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After Aadar Jain’s ‘timepass’ comment and break-up with him, Tara Sutaria says ‘I’m good at letting go’, admits to feeling numb and burnt out | Hindi Movie News

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Actor Tara Sutaria, gradually returning to the spotlight after facing both personal and professional hurdles in recent years, shared her thoughts on life and love in a recent interview. She candidly spoke about the “painful lows” she has endured and mentioned that while she finds it hard to “forget” the hurt she’s experienced, she is…

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8 Indian street foods that boost gut health naturally |

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Indian street food isn’t just about indulgence, it can also quietly support your gut health in the most delicious ways. While most people associate roadside snacks with deep-frying and spice overload, a closer look reveals that many traditional favourites are naturally packed with fibre, fermented ingredients, and digestion-boosting spices. From tangy pani puri to cooling…

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How to get your hands one one of 350 exclusive Dubai number plates at auction this August | World News

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Dubai’s RTA is auctioning 350 exclusive vehicle number plates this August, offering a chance to own a unique plate/ Representative Image TL;DR Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will auction 350 special number plates starting August 11. Plates include two, three, four, and five-digit options with codes from H to Z. Registration starts on August…

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Evening news wrap: EC responds to Rahul Gandhi’s ‘vote theft’ remarks; Prajwal Revanna convicted in rape case and more | India News

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The Election Commission of India on Friday dismissed allegations made by Rahul Gandhi who claimed that the constitutional body was involved in large-scale electoral manipulation. A special court for elected representatives convicted Prajwal Revanna, ex-Hassan MP and grandson of former prime minister HD Devegowda for raping a 47-year-old domestic help. Meanwhile, the government is exploring…

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