Bhubaneswar: Indian batting icon Virat Kohli etched his name deeper into cricketing history by surpassing former Sri Lanka great Kumar Sangakkara to claim the second position in the all-time men’s international run-scoring charts, moving closer to the legendary Sachin Tendulkar. Kohli achieved the milestone during a composed and authoritative knock of 93, continuing his remarkable…
Bhubaneswar: Team India has arrived in Vadodara ahead of the three-match ODI series against New Zealand, with the opening match scheduled to be played on Sunday at the Kotambi Stadium. The series marks India’s first major international assignment of 2026 and is expected to set the tone for the year ahead. The Indian side will…
Bhubaneswar: Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is being observed to recognise the immense contributions of Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) to India’s economic growth, global standing and cultural influence, even in the absence of a major convention this year. India’s diaspora continues to play a critical role in strengthening the country’s economy, with…
Bhubaneswar: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has rejected the Bangladesh Cricket Board’s (BCB) request to relocate its Group C matches from Kolkata and Mumbai, stating that there are no credible security threats to warrant a change of venues ahead of the February ICC tournament co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The decision was communicated during…
Bhubaneswar: Food and beverage major Nestlé on Tuesday announced a recall of several of its popular baby nutrition products following concerns over possible contamination with cereulide, a toxin that can cause food poisoning. The recalled products include SMA and NAN infant formula, as well as BEBA and follow-on formulas, with the majority of affected batches…
Bhubaneswar, India: US President Donald J. Trump has announced that interim authorities in Venezuela will transfer between 30 and 50 million barrels of sanctioned oil to the United States. The oil, Trump said, will be sold at market price, with the proceeds to be overseen by the US President to ensure the funds are used…
Bhubaneswar: Former US President Donald Trump has claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi reduced India’s purchases of Russian crude oil after sensing Washington’s displeasure, warning that tariffs could be raised swiftly if such imports continue. Backing Trump’s remarks, US Senator Lindsey Graham referred to a December meeting with Indian Ambassador to the US Vinay Kwatra,…
Bhubaneswar: India enters 2026 confronting a complex matrix of geopolitical friction, internal security deadlines, and climate-induced economic pressures, marking a decisive shift from the stabilisation-oriented approach of the previous year, according to official data and strategic analysts. While the domestic economy continues to post growth above seven per cent, New Delhi is simultaneously navigating a…
Bhubaneswar: Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman, who was recently bought by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, has been asked to be released from the franchise following a directive from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Mustafizur, 30, was snapped up by KKR for ₹9.20 crore at…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has marked a significant breakthrough in agricultural exports with its first-ever international shipment of garlic and French beans to Dubai, signalling a new chapter in the state’s efforts to link farmers directly with global markets and enhance rural incomes. The historic consignment, comprising 1,000 kg of fresh produce, was exported from Biju Patnaik…
