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The debate around India’s squad selection for the upcoming Australia tour has taken a fiery turn after 1983 World Cup winner Kris Srikkanth launched a scathing attack on the BCCI and head coach Gautam Gambhir, questioning the inclusion of Harshit Rana in the ODI team. Srikkanth, never one to hold back, claimed Rana’s selection was influenced more by favoritism than form, igniting a storm in Indian cricket circles. Harshit Rana’s Surprising Selection Raises Questions Add Zee News as a Preferred Source As India prepares for the high-profile ODI series against Australia, the announcement of the 15-man squad left many scratching…

Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM and actor Pawan Kalyan visits Chintamani for Justice V. Gopalagowda’s 75th birthday, amid hopes of addressing Krishna River water supply to Chikkaballapur and Kolar districts.Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and Power Star Pawan Kalyan arrived in Chintamani this morning via helicopter to participate in the 75th birthday celebrations of retired Supreme Court Justice V. Gopalagowda. Thousands of fans and locals from Chikkaballapur and Kolar, where Telugu cinema enjoys high popularity, gathered to catch a glimpse of the superstar.Also Read:Bengaluru Socio-economic Survey likely to be extended till October 18 amid political controversyPawan Kalyan visited the residence of…

India, EU kick off fresh round of FTA talks in Brussels today New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) India and the European Union will begin the 14th round of negotiations for the proposed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in Brussels on Monday, senior officials said. The fresh round of talks between senior officials will extend over a period of five days. This will be followed up by another meeting between Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and his EU counterpart Maros Sefcovic in South Africa on the sidelines of the G20 trade commissioners’ summit. The proposed India-EU FTA covers 23 policy areas, or chapters,…

Former India selector Saba Karim has stirred debate within cricketing circles by questioning veteran opener Rohit Sharma’s inclusion in India’s ODI squad for the upcoming three-match series against Australia, starting October 19. The BCCI recently announced the squad, confirming Rohit’s return to the 50-over format for the first time since leading India to Champions Trophy 2025 glory — but notably, without the captain’s armband. Rohit Sharma Returns, But Without Leadership Role Add Zee News as a Preferred Source The squad announcement marked a significant shift in India’s cricketing leadership as Shubman Gill was named captain, signaling a generational transition in…

Over 40 pc of Australian victims fall prey to multiple cybercrimes Canberra, Oct 6 (IANS) Over 40 per cent of Australian cybercrime victims in 2024 were the victims of multiple forms of cybercrime, according to a new government report. The Cybercrime in Australia 2024 report, which was published on Monday by the Australian Institute of Criminology (AIC), found that 42.1 per cent of all cybercrime victims fell victim to multiple cybercrime types in a single year. The report looked at four key types of cybercrime: online abuse and harassment, malware, identity crime and misuse, and fraud and scams. It found…

North Korea’s Kim calls for bolstering naval power to counter enemy’s provocations Seoul, Oct 6 (IANS) North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has visited the nation’s first 5,000-tonne destroyer, calling for bolstering the naval combat force to “thoroughly” deter and counter the enemy’s provocations, state media reported on Monday. Kim visited the Choe Hyon destroyer on Sunday, accompanied by key party and government officials, as part of his schedule over a military hardware exhibition, reports Yonhap, quoting the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA). In April, North Korea unveiled its new 5,000-tonne multipurpose destroyer, named the Choe Hyon, as part of its…

The Socio-Economic and Educational Survey in Greater Bengaluru is likely to extend till October 18, with 1.22 lakh households surveyed so far. Union Minister V Somanna criticizes the exercise, alleging political motives.The Socio-Economic and Educational Survey in the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) limits is experiencing delays, likely extending the exercise till October 18. The Karnataka State Commission for Backward Classes revealed that the enumeration began only recently, giving enumerators approximately two weeks to complete the survey in Bengaluru Urban.Also Read:BDA launches final phase of Bengaluru Business Corridor land acquisition amid farmer resistanceWhile teachers are conducting the survey across other districts,…

Indian agencies track Bangladesh Army’s increasing alignment with ISI-backed elements New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) The Bangladesh Army was the last ray of hope for the people of the country, but today that institution has come completely under the grip of the Jamaat-e-Islami. Just two months back, the army had appealed for peace and even foiled an attempt by Muhammad Yunus to trigger skirmishes with India. The Bangladesh Army, which appeared to be mature in such a tense situation, has today become a replica of its counterparts in Pakistan. Officials say that the Indian armed forces are preparing for a…

New DelhiOctober 6, 2025 12:03 PM IST First published on: Oct 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM IST A few days ago, we lost one of our senior-most leaders, Shri Vijay Kumar Malhotra Ji. He lived a long and accomplished life, but more importantly, he led a life of relentless hard work, determination and service. A glimpse of his life will make everyone understand the core ethos of the RSS, the Jana Sangh, and the BJP…courage in the face of adversity, service above self and a deep-rooted commitment to national and cultural values.The family of VK Malhotra Ji suffered the horrors…

The Bangalore Development Authority begins acquiring land for the 74-km Bengaluru Business Corridor, offering five compensation options to landowners while facing opposition from some farmers and local leaders.The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has initiated the final phase of land acquisition for the ambitious 74-km Bengaluru Business Corridor (BBC) project, despite resistance from certain landowners and farmers. The authority has requested that landowners select one of five compensation options within a month. The BDA aims to secure at least 80% of the required land within four months.According to LK Ateeq, Chairperson of Bengaluru Business Corridor Ltd, Special Land Acquisition Officers (SLAOs)…