Dubai, Dec 2 (UNI) A magnificent century by Shahzaib Khan laid the foundation for Pakistan’s commanding 69-run win over the United Arab Emirates in the ACC Men’s Under-19 Asia Cup on Monday. Shahzaib’s composed 132 off 136 balls anchored Pakistan’s innings, setting the stage for a daunting total of 314/3 in 50 overs. Shahzaib displayed…
Dubai, Dec 2 (UNI) Mohamed Amaan starred with an unbeaten 122 off 118 balls as India posted an imposing 339/6 in their 50 overs, setting the tone for a comprehensive 211-run victory against Japan. Amaan’s masterclass was complemented by explosive contributions from Ayush Mhatre, who smashed 54 off just 29 deliveries, and KP Karthikeya, who…
New Delhi, Dec 2 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday expressed surprise over Tamil Nadu Minister Senthil Balaji’s reappointment as a Cabinet Minister shortly after being granted bail in a money laundering case linked to the cash-for-jobs scam. A bench of Justice Abhay S. Oka and Justice Augustine George Masih was hearing a plea challenging…
New Delhi, Dec 2 (UNI) UPSC teacher and motivational speaker Awadh Ojha joined the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in New Delhi on Monday in the presence of AAP National Convener Arvind Kejriwal and former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia. Addressing the media, Arvind Kejriwal said, “With Ojha’s entry into politics, the country’s education sector…
New Delhi, Dec 2 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday sought an explanation from the Election Commission of India (ECI) regarding its decision to increase the number of voters per polling station from 1,200 to 1,500. The court expressed concern over the potential impact on voters and emphasised that no citizen should face inconvenience while…
New Delhi, Dec 02 (UNI) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met Union Minister for Jal Shakti CR Patil here to apprise of significant strides made by the state in implementing Har Ghar Jal with more than 80 per cent tap water connections. Har Ghar Jal is a scheme initiated by the central government under…
Mumbai, Dec 2 (UNI) The BSE Sensex on Monday advanced further by 445.29 pts to close strong at 80,248.08 following gains in Consumer Durable, Realty and Commodities stocks amid strong global cues. The National Stock Exchange (NSE) rose 144.95 pts at 24,276.05. High volatility was witness during the session as the Sensex opened negative at…
New Delhi, Dec 2 (UNI) The Indian government on Monday termed as deeply regrettable the breaching of security at the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Agartala by a rowdy mob and said that it is taking action to step up security arrangements for the other Bangladeshi establishments in the country. In a statement, the Ministry…
New Delhi, Dec 2 (UNI) A large mob waving saffron flags surrounded the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission building in Agartala on Monday afternoon, and set fire to the Bangladesh national flag, in protest against the arrest of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das in Dhaka. The Indian government termed as deeply regrettable the breaching of security…
New Delhi, Dec 2 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will dedicate to the nation the successful implementation of three new criminal laws–Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam on December 3 (tomorrow) at Chandigarh. According to the official statement from the Prime Minister’s Office, the theme of this programme is “Secure…
