Author: Rahul M

Seoul, July 28 (IANS) South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung has appointed Park Chang-dal, a former three-term lawmaker, as the new head of the special delegation to Vietnam, citing health reasons for the replacement, the presidential office said on Monday. Park replaces former lawmaker Lee In-ki, who was originally designated to lead the delegation but withdrew due to health issues, the office said in a press notice. The delegation also includes two lawmakers from the ruling Democratic Party, Yoon Hu-duk and Baek Hye-ryun, Yonhap news agency reported. Park is “expected to be well suited to announce the recovery of a…

Many people love starting the day with a warm cup of coffee, its rich aroma drifting through the air while sleepy thoughts come to life. But for some, that comforting cup can also come with a downside, racing heart, jittery nerves, and a sudden wave of anxiety. Although, this doesn’t have to mean you need to give up coffee completely. Moderate amounts, about one to two cups a day, are generally safe for most people and may even offer benefits like a better mood, improved focus, and a lower risk of some diseases. Here are 6 ways to keep calm…

IND vs ENG: India’s batting brilliance in the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy continued to reach new heights as Washington Sundar’s maiden Test hundred in the drawn fourth Test at Manchester took the team’s tally of individual centuries in the series to 11, equalling their all-time record set against West Indies at home in 1978-79. This has been a series where India’s batters have stood up in challenging conditions away from home. From experienced stars to young guns, everyone has contributed to what has been one of the most prolific run-scoring phases in India’s Test history. It all began in Leeds, where…

IND vs ENG: India escaped with a memorable draw in the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford, thanks to centuries from Shubman Gill, Ravindra Jadeja, and Washington Sundar. But all eyes now shift to the fifth and final Test at The Oval, with a big question looming Will Jasprit Bumrah play the decider? Gill Keeps Cards Close on Bumrah’s Availability Ahead of the series, India had indicated that Jasprit Bumrah, returning from a back injury earlier this year, would only play three of the five Tests in England. Having already featured in the first three matches, the premier pacer…

TAISHITUN, China (AP) — Heavy rains and flooding killed 30 people in Beijing, authorities in the Chinese capital reported on Tuesday, bringing the death toll from the storms in the region to at least 34.A city government statement said that 28 people had died in its hard-hit Miyun district and two others in Yanqing district as of midnight. Both are outlying parts of the sprawling city, far from the downtown.More heavy rain fell overnight in the area. More than 80,000 people have been relocated in Beijing, including about 17,000 in Miyun, the statement said.Reports on Monday said a landslide had…

BERLIN (AP) — Investigators believe a landslide, brought on by heavy rainfall, likely caused a regional train to derail in southern Germany, killing three people and injuring 41 more.More than 100 people were aboard the Deutsche Bahn train when at least two carriages derailed Sunday evening in a forested area near Riedlingen, about 158 kilometers (98 miles) west of Munich.The train’s driver, another employee and a passenger were killed, police said early Monday. Some of the 41 injured were seriously hurt.Police said the downpours in the area caused a sewage shaft to overflow, likely triggering the landslide of an embankment…

Dhaka, July 28 (IANS) Bangladesh’s student group that led the violent July protest last year has announced the suspension of all its committees across the country except the Central Committee amid accusations of extortion against several of its members, local media reported on Monday. Addressing a press conference in Dhaka on Sunday evening, Students Against Discrimination (SAD) President Rifat Rashid said, “We have observed several incidents, including yesterday’s (Saturday), where individuals tried to misuse the SAD banner for unethical activities. We had warned from the beginning that such actions would not be tolerated.” “Unfortunately, under the influence of political parties,…

Quetta, July 28 (IANS) Leading Baloch human rights defender Mir Yar Baloch on Monday wrote to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, commending the unity of the Indian people and the government’s steadfast stance against Pakistan-sponsored cross-border terrorism. This letter came ahead of the debate on Operation Sindoor, scheduled to be held post-noon later in the day in Parliament. In the letter, Baloch wrote, “We, the sixty million Baloch people of the Republic of Balochistan, extend our heartfelt message to our 1.4 billion Indian brothers and sisters. On the occasion of today’s parliamentary debate on Operation Sindoor, we express our profound…

The fourth Test of the India vs England 2025 series at Old Trafford, Manchester may have ended in a draw, but the final day was anything but dull. In fact, it became the most talked-about finish of the summer — not just because Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar scored gritty centuries to deny England a win, but due to the controversy surrounding Ben Stokes’ reaction and the now-viral handshake drama. As India played out the final session with composure, the series of events that unfolded painted a far more heated picture. Former India opener Aakash Chopra didn’t hold back, lashing…

The final day of the fourth Test between India and England at Old Trafford offered high-quality cricket — and an unexpected flashpoint. With just an hour left, England captain Ben Stokes invoked ICC Playing Condition 16.1.1, offering an early draw under the provision that allows both captains to agree that no result is possible. But when India declined — with Ravindra Jadeja on 89* and Washington Sundar on 80* — tensions flared, and the spirit of cricket was suddenly up for debate. So, who was right? Was Stokes justified in wanting to end early? Or did India have every right…