IPL 2025 mega auction heads to Saudi Arabia as teams prepare for a high-stakes event in Jeddah

The much-anticipated IPL 2025 mega auction is set to occur on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This marks the second consecutive year the auction is being held overseas, with Dubai hosting the event in 2024.The dates coincide with the third and fourth days of the first Test between India and Australia in Perth, adding an extra layer of excitement to the cricketing calendar. The mega auction, held every three years, spans two days instead of the usual one, drawing massive attention from cricket fans worldwide. During this…

US Presidential Election: Harris vs Trump is too close to call

Washington DC: A presidential election unlike any other in US history entered its last full day on Monday with Donald Trump and Kamala Harris scrambling for an edge in a tight contest each portrays as an existential moment for America. Even after the astonishing blur of events of the last few months, the electorate is divided down the middle, both nationally and in the seven battleground states expected to determine the outcome. The winner may not be known for days after Tuesday’s vote. Former President Trump, a 78-year-old Republican, survived…

I am confident I will take back the White House:  Trump 

Florida: Donald Trump feels “very confident” about winning back the White House, the Republican said Tuesday after casting his Election Day ballot in Florida in one of the most contentious US elections in decades. “I feel very confident,” Trump told reporters at a voting facility in West Palm Beach, adding he believes he “ran a great campaign” against his Democratic rival Kamala Harris. Opinion polls show the race is a dead heat. “We want to bring everybody in, we want to be very inclusive.” “We have a great country but…

US Election 2024 Result Date: When will states announce winners of Trump vs Harris battle?

Washington DC: As Election Day nears, candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are ramping up their campaigns in key swing states. Current polls suggest a fiercely competitive race as the nation braces for a decision that could mark a historic first for women in politics or witness an unprecedented political comeback. The US presidential elections are set for Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Initial results are anticipated shortly after polls close at 6 PM (4:30 AM IST) that day. The elected president will assume office on January 20, 2025, for a…

New era begins!: Indian ambassador Vinay Kumar presents credentials to president Putin at Kremlin palace

New Delhi: India’s Ambassador to Russia, Vinay Kumar, on Tuesday, presented his Letter of Credence to Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Alexander Hall of the Grand Kremlin Palace. Vinay Kumar, a 1992-batch Indian Foreign Service Officer, was appointed as Ambassador of India to the Russian Federation in March this year. He was earlier India’s Ambassador to Myanmar. “Ambassador @vkumar1969 presented his Letter of Credence to Mr. Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, at the Alexander Hall of the Grand Kremlin Palace today,” Indian Embassy in Russia said in a…

Cracks discovered in Puri Jagannath temple wall fuels concerns; ASI orders urgent repairs

Odisha: Authorities at the Puri Jagannath Temple on Tuesday called for immediate repairs after cracks were discovered in the temple’s outer boundary wall, known as the Meghannath Prachari. Arabinda K Padhee, Chief Administrator of the Jagannath Temple in Puri, addressed concerns about cracks in the temple’s outer boundary wall. Padhee revealed that the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has been tasked with the restoration and conservation efforts. He said, “The Archaeological Survey of India has been taking the restoration and repair and conservation works of the Sri Jagannath temple in…

Thousands of women rally for Kamala Harris in pre-election protest

Washington:  Several Women’s march protesters gathered in Washington DC to rally for Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of upcoming presidential polls. Hundreds marched from Freedom Plaza towards the White House in Washington and across the country in support of Harris. While speaking with reporters, supporters shared their reasons for backing Harris, citing her commitment to women’s rights, human rights, and democracy. A lady told reporters, “I am from the great city of New York. I am 70 years old and I started voting in 1972. I marched for Hillary (Presidential…

Priyanka Gandhi accuses BJP of power hunger in fiery Wayanad speech

Wayanad:  Congress candidate from Wayanad constituency for Lok Sabha by-polls, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said on Monday that the objective of the Bharatiya Janata Party is to remain in power by any means. Priyanka also alleged that the Prime Minister came to Wayanad and meet the victims of landslide but he has not send funds for their compensation. “My tribal brothers and sisters have no access to a good education because there are not enough institutions for higher education here. You should not be begging for educational institutions…These are your rights…

Kamala Harris pledges to end Gaza conflict, cut healthcare costs at Michigan rally

Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris vowed to end the ongoing war in Gaza, bring home hostages, and ensure Israel’s security and the Palestinian people’s right to dignity and self-determination. The remarks by Harris came at a rally in Michigan just days before the US presidential elections. Addressing the rally, Harris said, “I want to say that this year has been difficult, given the scale of death and destruction in Gaza and the civilian casualties and displacement in Lebanon. As President, I will do everything in my power to end the…

Fell short as both captain, batter: Rohit Sharma reflects on series loss to New Zealand

Following his side’s whitewash series loss to New Zealand, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma admitted that not being at his best as a captain and batter in the series would “rankle him”. Ajaz Patel and Glenn Phillips unleashed a spin web on Indian batter, spinning them towards history as NZ beat India by 25 runs and become the first visiting side to whitewash India in India in a series of three or more matches. Speaking at the post-match presentation, Rohit said that the loss is indigestible and admitted that the team…