Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was discharged from Mumbai's Lilavati Hospital after surviving a brutal knife attack. The attacker, identified as Shariful Islam Shehzad, came to India from Bangladesh and has links to West Bengal. Khan sustained serious injuries and had to undergo two critical surgeries before being shifted to a normal ward. The Mumbai Police will further investigate the attacker's connections in Bengal and Meghalaya.
India has announced its squad for the 2025 Champions Trophy, with Rohit Sharma returning as the captain. The team will begin its campaign against Bangladesh on February 19, followed by a high-profile match against Pakistan. Last month, the ICC agreed on a hybrid model for the event, with India's matches scheduled to take place in Dubai. Don't miss out on the action - subscribe now!
The World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 is heating up as South Africa and India have secured their spots with thrilling wins over Pakistan and an impressive record respectively. On the other hand, New Zealand, England, Bangladesh, and Pakistan are now out of contention for the final spot, making the remaining matches even more crucial for other teams in the race.
Bangladesh looks to complete a 3-0 sweep against West Indies in the final T20I match after dominating in the first two encounters. Despite losing key player Soumya Sarkar to injury, Bangladesh's Taskin Ahmed led a strong bowling attack to secure their victory in the previous match. Fans in India can catch the live action on the FanCode app and website, but unfortunately the match will not be televised for West Indian viewers. The match is scheduled to take place on Thursday at the Arnos Vale Stadium in Saint Vincent.
On the occasion of Vijay Diwas, India and Bangladesh commemorated the victory of the Indian Armed Forces in the Indo-Pakistan war of 1971. Officers from the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force paid their respects at the Army Headquarters Eastern Command in Kolkata, along with their counterparts from the Bangladesh Army. To celebrate this joint victory, eight Indian war veterans and two serving officers have arrived in Dhaka while eight Bangladeshi freedom fighters and two serving officers are in Kolkata to participate in the annual exchange of war veterans and attend the Vijay Diwas celebrations.
On this Vijay Diwas, President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh honored the brave soldiers who fought in the 1971 war, securing a historic victory for India and leading to the creation of Bangladesh. Their sacrifices and unyielding spirit continue to inspire generations and serve as a source of national pride. As the nation remembers and pays homage to the fallen heroes, political leaders reaffirmed the unwavering courage and dedication of India's armed forces.
Vijay Diwas is an annual celebration commemorating India's victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war, which led to the liberation of Bangladesh. The war began on December 3 and ended on December 16, with the surrender of Pakistani General Amir Abdullah Khan Niazi to the combined forces of India and Bangladesh's Mukti Bahini. This victory not only established India as a regional power but also resulted in the birth of Bangladesh. As the country celebrates this historic day, the sacrifices and bravery of the Indian armed forces are honored.
In a thrilling semifinal match, India's Vaibhav Suryavanshi led his team to victory with a spectacular 36-ball 67 against Sri Lanka in the ACC Men's U-19 Asia Cup. This win sets India up to face off against Bangladesh in the finals, after they also defeated Pakistan in their own semifinal match. Don't miss the exciting showdown between these two top teams in the final match of the tournament.
The Manipur government has criticized Mizoram CM Lalduhoma for advocating for President's Rule in Manipur and claiming to form a separate Christian nation by carving out parts of Bangladesh, Myanmar, and India. The Manipur government has called for strict action against anyone promoting secessionist interests and has urged the Mizoram CM to focus on being a good neighbor rather than spreading hatred and division. The statement comes after the Mizoram CM's interview with a newspaper where he also called for reunification of the Zo people and questioned the effectiveness of border fencing.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has commented on the arrest of ISKCON saint Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari in Bangladesh, stating that her party will stand with the central government's decision on the matter. The monk was taken into custody on several charges, including sedition, prompting protests from the Hindu community. His bail plea was rejected and he was sent to prison, triggering further demonstrations. The arrest is yet another attack on the minority community in Bangladesh, which has been facing violence since the fall of the Sheikh Hasina government.