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India say no to playing Champions Trophy matches in Pakistan

The Indian cricket team will not go to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy and wants to play their matches at a neutral venue. It is reliably learned that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has communicated its decision to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and other stakeholders and there is a distinct … Read more

Thailand indefinitely extends visa-free entry for Indians

In a positive development for Indian travel enthusiasts, Thailand has announced an unlimited extension of its visa-free entry policy for Indian nationals. This extension, which was originally scheduled to end on 11 November 2024, allows Indian visitors to enjoy a visa-free stay in Thailand for up to 60 days, with the option of further extension … Read more

Kolkata’s 3-year-old becomes youngest chess player in history

At just three years, eight months and 19 days, Anish Sarkar of Kaikhali, North Kolkata became the youngest ranked chess player in history. Born on January 26, 2021, Anish started his chess journey only a year ago, yet his progress in the game has been rapid and impressive. Anish made his competitive debut in October … Read more

40,000 Indians apply for 1,000 spots in Australia’s new work visa ballot

Almost 40,000 Indians have applied for 1,000 places under Australia’s new Working Holiday Maker visa program, Australia’s Assistant Immigration Minister Matt Thistlethwaite announced on Monday. The visa voting process, which began on October 1, will close at the end of the month. Applicants will be randomly selected by ballot and successful candidates can apply for … Read more

Delhi Zoo’s lone African elephant Shankar finally released from chains!

The Global Alliance of Zoos and Aquariums on Monday suspended the membership of the National Zoological Park in Delhi over concerns over the welfare of Shankar, an African elephant who was allegedly kept in chains. Delhi Zoo Director Sanjeet Kumar said action will be taken as deemed fit and a compliance report will be sent … Read more

Leh skies dazzle with a stunning aurora borealis as a geomagnetic storm hits Earth

The skies above Leh lit up with a stunning display of aurora borealis on Thursday (October 10) as a powerful geomagnetic storm hit Earth. The rare occurrence was captured at India’s highest observatory in Hanla. The event was initiated by a massive coronal mass ejection (CME) from the Sun that arrived at Earth on Friday. … Read more

Uttarakhand Tourism Launches Mount Kailash Darshan From Indian Territory

The Uttarakhand State Tourism Department has launched a five-day ‘Mount Kailash Darshan from Indian Soil’ pilgrimage where devotees can now have darshan of the sacred Mount Kailash from Old Lipulekh Peak in Uttarakhand. The first batch of pilgrims from this package embarked on the journey on Gandhi Jayanti and glimpsed the majestic Mount Kailash from … Read more

Rare 80,000-year-old comet illuminates Bengaluru skies

Residents of the entire electronic capital of the country were recently amazed by the clear skies in the city. As shades of pink, green and yellow formed picturesque lines across the sky, netizens took to social media to express their amazement and spark debate. While many thought the beautiful canvas was just another natural phenomenon, … Read more

India breaks world records: fastest 50, 100 and 200 in Test cricket

Rohit Sharma-led India made history in Test cricket by becoming the only team on the world to hit the fastest fifty, hundred and 200 runs. Indian cricket team created a record against Bangladesh at Green Park Stadium, Kanpur on September 30, 2024. After the fourth day’s play ended, Indian bowling coach Morne Morkel praised the … Read more