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Abhishek Sharma, the left hand batter from Punjab is the talk of town these days especially after Asia Cup 2025 ravishing performances. According to a report by The Times of India, star Indian batter Abhishek Sharma is likely to earn a place in India’s ODI squad for the upcoming three-match series against Australia starting October 19. Sharma has been one of India’s most impressive batsmen in recent times, particularly shining in the Asia Cup 2025. India will also play five T20 internationals in Australia, and with his current form, Abhishek’s inclusion in the shorter format is almost guaranteed. ALSO READ…

Renowned Kannada writer SL Bhyrappa, aged 94, passed away today at a private hospital in Bengaluru after battling age-related illnesses. Bhyrappa, who had a significant impact on Kannada literature, was known for his profound storytelling and deep philosophical works.Also read: Veteran Kannada writer SL Bhyrappa was a passionate supporter of PM Narendra ModiBhyrappa’s literary journey spanned several decades, and his extensive portfolio includes iconic novels such as Vamshavriksha, Tabbaliyu Neenaade Magane, Parva, Avarana, Grahabhanga, Nirakarana and many more. His works often explored complex themes, blending historical narratives with socio-political undertones. Parva, a reimagining of the Mahabharata, remains one of his…

YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) chief and former Andhra Chief Minister on Wednesday filed a petition in the Andhra Pradesh High Court seeking to be appointed as the Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Assembly.Jagan’s move comes after Speaker Ayannapatrudu in February denied his request citing that the YSRCP did not have the requisite numbers – 10% — in the 175-member House to be given the LoP’s post. The YSRCP has only 11 MLAs, while it requires a minimum of 17. The post, established under the Salaries and Allowances of Leaders of Opposition in Parliament Act, 1977, does not make…

New evidence from fossilised dental plaque, coastal excavation sites and ancient feces is upending long-held assumptions about Neanderthal diets. Far from being brutish carnivores who hunted woolly mammoths and gnawed on raw meat, Neanderthals appear to have been remarkably adaptable eaters — with menus that included cooked crabs, medicinal plants, and even legumes. Findings from multiple peer-reviewed studies, including a seminal paper published in Nature, reveal significant regional variation in Neanderthal diets across Europe. In northern sites like Spy Cave in Belgium, stable isotope analysis confirms a meat-heavy intake — primarily woolly rhinoceros and wild sheep. But in Spain’s El…

Renowned Kannada writer S.L. Bhyrappa, famed for his powerful storytelling and philosophical insights, has passed away at the age of 94. Bhyrappa, who was battling age-related health issues, died in a private hospital in Bengaluru. A native of Santeshivara village in Hassan district, he had been living a quiet, retired life in Mysuru.Also read: DCM D K Shivakumar fulfills one of his childhood dreams – Here’s what it isKnown for his prolific contributions to Kannada literature, Bhyrappa’s major works include Parva, Avarana, Griha Bhanga, Vamshavriksha, and Tantu. His novels explored a wide array of themes, from social issues to philosophical…

Popular Kannada novelist and philosopher S L Bhyrappa died due to cardiac arrest at a private hospital here on Wednesday. He was 94. “The legendary Indian novelist, philosopher, Padma Shri, Padmabhushana and Saraswathi Samman awardee Shri S L Bhyrappa suffered a cardiac arrest today at 2.38 pm and reached the lotus feet of the Almighty. Om Shanti !!!,” Rashtrotthana Hospital said in a statement. In the passing of Shri S.L. Bhyrappa Ji, we have lost a towering stalwart who stirred our conscience and delved deep into the soul of India. A fearless and timeless thinker, he profoundly enriched Kannada literature…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, CM Siddaramaiah, and literary admirers mourn the loss of S.L. Bhyrappa, a towering figure in Kannada literature and philosophy.India today mourns the loss of one of its greatest literary minds. Renowned Kannada novelist, philosopher, and thinker S.L. Bhyrappa passed away at the age of 94 in a private hospital in Bengaluru after battling age-related ailments.Tributes have poured in from across the nation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi called Bhyrappa “a towering stalwart who stirred our conscience and delved deep into the soul of India.” He said Bhyrappa’s fearless and timeless works enriched Kannada literature and inspired generations…

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday accused the Election Commission of India (ECI) of acting only after his repeated warnings on alleged vote manipulation, asserting that the panel has now locked the “theft” but must still identify those behind it. The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha questioned Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over providing evidence to the Karnataka CID regarding the alleged deletion of votes in Aland. “Gyanesh ji, we caught the theft and only then did you remember to put a lock — now we’ll catch the thieves too. So tell us, when are you going to give…

Following the Karnataka High Court’s stay on the government’s ₹200 ticket cap, theatres across Bengaluru have hiked prices, with OG tickets now costing up to ₹700.Moviegoers in Karnataka were in for a shock as ticket prices soared just a day after the Karnataka High Court stayed the state government’s order capping movie tickets at ₹200. The HC bench led by Justice Ravi Hosmani issued an interim stay, allowing theatres and multiplexes to revise their prices.Also Read:Karnataka High Court stays government order on ₹200 uniform cinema ticket priceThe impact was immediate. Across Bengaluru, ticket prices for the much-anticipated Telugu blockbuster OG,…

Lionsgate Films Just how terrifying is “Sinister”? Scott Derrickson’s 2012 supernatural thriller been scientifically proven to be one of the scariest movies ever made — a label already awarded to the film by Reddit — by the U.K.-based Broadband Choices. Their Science of Scare project monitored the heart rate of test subjects while watching horror films, and found in 2020 that “Sinister” elevated viewers’ beats per minute (BPM) 22 points over their resting heart rates. “SInister” has since been undone by “Host” (which we ranked as one of the best…