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Shubman Gill has been named India’s new ODI captain, replacing Rohit Sharma, to lead the team in the forthcoming three-match ODI series against Australia, starting on October 19. This will be Gill’s first assignment as captain of the ODI team, having previously captained the Test and T20I sides. Although Rohit has been replaced as captain, he finds a place in the ODI squad and makes his return to the Indian setup alongside veteran batter Virat Kohli for the Australia series.   The last ODI match for Rohit Sharma as India captain was the final of the ICC Champions Trophy on March…

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), led by chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar, decided to remove Rohit Sharma from the ODI captaincy and hand over the role to Shubman Gill, marking a significant leadership change. Despite Rohit leading India to the Champions Trophy victory just eight months prior, the decision was driven by a strategic vision focused on unifying captaincy across formats and planning for the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe. Ajit Agarkar explained that having three different captains for Tests, ODIs, and T20Is was practically impossible for team planning and continuity.…

Bengaluru, with its robust IT industry, continues to hold a prominent position on India’s wealth map, securing third place in the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025. The city, home to tech moguls and billionaires, boasts 116 entrants, with 31 billionaires, including Wipro’s Azim Premji, who remains a dominant figure.Also read: Bengaluru’s priciest homes: Where Indian billionaires resideMumbai tops the list with 451 listers and 91 billionairesWhile Mumbai tops the list with 451 listers and 91 billionaires, Bengaluru’s steady rise underscores the growing decentralisation of wealth across India. The city’s position reflects its thriving tech ecosystem, which has become a…

The Department of Consumer Affairs has launched an investigation into e-commerce platforms charging extra fees for cash-on-delivery, terming it a misleading ‘dark pattern’ practice.The Department of Consumer Affairs has initiated a probe into complaints against e-commerce platforms accused of charging hidden fees on cash-on-delivery (COD) orders. The action follows rising consumer backlash against ambiguous add-on costs billed under labels such as “offer handling fee,” “payment handling fee,” and “protect promise fee.”Also Read:Bengaluru traffic signals turn heart-shaped in unique awareness driveUnion Minister Pralhad Joshi, in a sharp response on X, described these charges as “dark patterns” that mislead and exploit buyers.…

Shubman Gill has been named India’s new ODI captain, replacing Rohit Sharma, to lead the team in the forthcoming three-match ODI series against Australia, starting on October 19. This will be Gill’s first assignment as captain of the ODI team, having previously captained the Test and T20I sides. Although Rohit has been replaced as captain, he finds a place in the ODI squad and makes his return to the Indian setup alongside veteran batter Virat Kohli for the Australia series.   Notably, Rohit and Kohli haven’t played international cricket since the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in March. The dynamic duo, who…

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), in collaboration with Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) and RBL Bank, has unveiled the integration of RuPay On-The-Go cards across all Bengaluru Metro Lines. This initiative is a major step in advancing the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) program in the city, enhancing commuter convenience.Also read: Bengaluru Metro awards contract for Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) system for Phase 2A and 2B corridorsWith the launch of the Yellow Line, commuters can now tap their NCMC-compliant RuPay On-The-Go cards to board trains, simplifying their daily travel experience. These co-branded cards, available at Ticket Office…

Political parties in poll-bound Bihar have urged the Election Commission of India (ECI) to conduct assembly elections immediately after the Chhath festival, citing the period as the best time to ensure higher voter turnout. Chhath, one of the most significant festivals in the state, will be celebrated from 25 to 28 October this year, just days before the likely start of the election process. On Saturday, representatives from six national and six state parties met Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners S. S. Sandhu and Vivek Joshi in Patna. During the interaction, they pressed not only for polling…

In a creative campaign, over 40 major traffic junctions in Bengaluru now feature heart-shaped red signals, spreading awareness on cardiac health with QR codes for emergency help.Commuters in Bengaluru were greeted with a surprise as several major traffic junctions, including HAL, MG Road, Trinity, Cubbon Park and Brigade Road, displayed heart-shaped red signals this week. The initiative, part of the Guardian of the Heart 3.0 campaign, is designed to spark awareness about cardiac health among city residents.Also Read:BCCI announces India’s squads for Australia ODIs and T20Is: Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli returnThe campaign, supported by Bengaluru Traffic Police in collaboration…

The rural local body polls in Telangana are going to be held in five phases from October 9 to November 11, according to the State Election Commission. While the sarpanch polls will be held in three phases, the elections to the Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituencies (MPTCs) and the Zilla Parishad Territorial Constituencies (ZPTCs) will be held in two phases.These elections are set to be crucial for the ruling Congress as well as the Opposition parties, Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) and the BJP, even though the Assembly elections are three years away. While the campaigns for these rural body polls would…

ThunderPlus has launched a state-of-the-art electric vehicle (EV) charging hub in Mutthugadahalli, situated just a few kilometers from Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) on the outskirts of Bengaluru.Spanning 28,000 sq. ft., the new facility is equipped with a one-megawatt capacity and offers a wide range of charging options to suit both personal and commercial EVs. The hub features chargers from 7.4 kW AC units to 240 kW DC chargers, making it compatible with everything from entry-level electric cars to high-end models, as well as light and heavy-duty vehicles.Also read: India’s largest EV charging hub opens in Bengaluru with over 210 charging…