In the wake of the horrifying terror attack in Pahalgam, TV star Karan Veer Mehra took to social media to express his thoughts on the senseless violence. He recited a powerful poem written by actor Ashutosh Rana, emphasizing the need for Hindu-Muslim unity in the face of such atrocities. Through his recitation, Karan Veer urges the perpetrators of violence to reflect on their actions and questions the division and destruction caused by religious differences.
As India awaits the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, one of the top conspirators in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, Pakistan is distancing itself from him and other wanted terrorists. With reports indicating that 2024 may be the worst year in a decade for terror attacks, the recent killing of Abu Qatal - a high-level handler in Pakistan for Hafiz Saeed and the 26/11 attacks - is further evidence of the increasing crackdown on terror within Pakistan's borders.
The BCCI has released its list of annual player contracts, with the headline being the inclusion of Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan in Grade B and C respectively. While Suryakumar Yadav remains in Grade B despite being named T20I captain, there were no major promotions or demotions in the other categories. Interestingly, there are 19 players in Grade C this year, with five new additions including Harshit Rana and Varun Chakaravarthy.
Shreyas Iyer returns to the BCCI's central contract list after a year of absence due to a fallout with the selection committee. Along with him, newcomers Varun Chakaravarthy, Harshit Rana, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Abhishek Sharma make their debut on the list. These changes come after Team India's successful run at the 2025 Champions Trophy, where Iyer emerged as the top scorer. Other notable names include Ishan Kishan who gets a Grade C contract, and MS Dhoni hinting at bringing in younger players in the next IPL season.
Rajasthan Royals surprised many when they chose Riyan Parag as their temporary captain for the start of IPL 2025, with Sanju Samson unavailable for full on-field duties. This decision meant that Nitish Rana, a player who has previously captained Kolkata Knight Riders, was not selected for the captaincy. However, Rana expressed no disappointment and supported the management's decision, stating that Parag was better suited for the role as he understood the team's setup better. Rana acknowledged that he would have accepted the captaincy if offered, but believed that the team's success was the top priority.
During the ongoing interrogation by a 12-member multi-agency team at NIA headquarters in Delhi, Tahawwur Rana has made shocking revelations about his role in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. The Pakistani-origin Canadian businessman has been granted 18 days of custody and is being questioned about his connections in India, relationship with David Coleman Headley, and trips to various parts of the country before the attacks. Rana has been provided with a Quran, pen, and paper upon his request and is seen praying five times a day in his cell. Security has been heightened at the agency's headquarters to ensure his safety. In light of these developments, join our WhatsApp channel for the latest news, exclusives, and videos, and read our opinion on the need for an International Tariff League.
A leader of Karni Sena, a Rajput caste-based organization, has been booked for offering a bounty of Rs 25 lakh to anyone who kills Samajwadi Party MP Ramji Lal Suman. The accused, Mohan Chauhan, made the announcement following Suman's controversial remark on a 16th-century Rajput king. The incident came to light after a complaint was filed by the SP Mahila Sabha chief at a police station in Aligarh. The police transferred the case to another station and have started an investigation. Stay updated with NDTV for the latest news from India and across the globe.
Samajwadi Party leader and Rajya Sabha member Ramji Lal Suman's remarks about Rana Sanga, a 16th-century Rajput king, in a Parliament session have drawn sharp reactions. Suman referred to Sanga as a "traitor" while addressing the BJP's claims about the historical lineage of Indian Muslims. This has led to intense criticism from former BJP MP Sanjeev Balyan, who called the statement an insult to the Rajput community and demanded an apology from the Samajwadi Party. Rana Sanga, known for uniting Rajput clans to resist the Delhi Sultanate, continues to hold high reverence among the Rajputs.
With regular skipper Sanju Samson sidelined due to a finger injury, 23-year-old Riyan Parag will lead the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the first three Indian Premier League (IPL) matches. This move makes Parag one of the youngest captains in IPL history, behind only Virat Kohli. As Samson continues rehabilitation, Dhruv Jurel will handle wicketkeeping duties for the initial matches. Fans are eager to see how Parag, along with other talented young players like Nitish Rana and Yashasvi Jaiswal, will lead the Rajasthan Royals to victory in the upcoming season.
The US Supreme Court has rejected Tahawwur Rana's emergency appeal to block his extradition to India, bringing the accused one step closer to facing justice for his alleged involvement in the 2008 Mumbai attacks. Rana's plea argued that he would face torture and possible death in Indian custody due to his religious identity and past association with the Pakistani Army. However, Justice Elena Kagan dismissed his application, prompting Rana's legal team to escalate the appeal to Chief Justice John Roberts for a final attempt to block the extradition.