The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) has proposed a comprehensive national broadcasting policy aimed at promoting democratic values, cultural diversity, and fostering a competitive and accessible broadcasting ecosystem in India. The recommendations emphasize the importance of data-driven governance, technological advancements, and quality content production to establish India as a global leader in broadcasting.
Virat Kohli has surpassed Rohit Sharma as India’s highest run-scorer in Twenty20 Internationals. Kohli achieved this milestone during a Super Eight match against Afghanistan in the T20 World Cup 2024. He now sits second on the world’s all-time list of T20I run-scorers, behind Babar Azam.
India is experiencing a temporary respite from the intense heatwave that has plagued the country for weeks. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that heatwave conditions are unlikely until Monday, bringing some relief to regions like Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh. While eastern India is expected to cool down, the monsoon’s arrival is still delayed in many areas, raising concerns about its impact on agriculture.
India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar visited Sri Lanka, his first bilateral engagement since the new government took office, to strengthen ties and discuss a range of cooperation initiatives. He met with President Ranil Wickremesinghe, Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena, and Foreign Minister Ali Sabry, reiterating India’s commitment to development assistance and capacity building programs. The visit also focused on key areas of cooperation, including power, energy, connectivity, infrastructure, aviation, digital, health, food security, education, and tourism.
India’s recurve archery team secured a spot in the Paris Olympics, despite a disappointing performance at the World Cup Stage 3 in Antalya, Turkey. The team fell short of a medal, with the men’s team exiting in the pre-quarterfinals and the women’s team losing in the bronze medal play-offs. However, their strong world rankings ensured their qualification based on the new Olympic qualification rules.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a jam-packed home season for the Indian men’s cricket team, featuring a series of exciting matches against Bangladesh, New Zealand, and England across various formats. The schedule kicks off with Test matches against Bangladesh and concludes with a white-ball series against England.
Get ready for an exciting clash as India takes on Afghanistan in the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup 2024. Find out where to watch the match on television and how to access the live stream. We also provide details on the playing squads for both teams.
The UGC-NET exam, conducted for assistant professor appointments and PhD admissions, was cancelled due to concerns over compromised integrity. The Ministry of Education has ordered a CBI probe and announced fresh exams will be held. The cancellation has sparked political controversy, with the Congress accusing the government of incompetence.
David Johnson, a former Indian fast bowler known for his pace and performance in domestic cricket, passed away in Bengaluru at the age of 52. He played two Test matches for India in 1996, taking three wickets. Johnson’s domestic career included 39 First-Class matches, where he took 125 wickets, including four five-wicket hauls and a ten-wicket haul. His impressive performances, especially his 10 for 152 against Kerala in the 1995-96 Ranji Trophy season, led to his selection for the Indian team. Johnson’s Test debut came against Australia in New Delhi in 1996, where he dismissed Michael Slater. He also played in the first Test of India’s tour of South Africa, taking the wickets of Herschelle Gibbs and Brian McMillan.
Sebastien Farcis, a French journalist with 13 years of experience in India, was forced to leave the country after the Ministry of Home Affairs refused to renew his journalist permit. Farcis claims the denial was without justification and considers it a form of censorship, especially as it came on the eve of the Indian general elections. He is the second French journalist to be forced out in the past four months, highlighting concerns about press freedom in India.
