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Police said the explosion in Kanpur’s Mishri Bazar was triggered by firecrackers, not a bomb, after forensic tests confirmed traces of low-intensity explosives. Six people were injured, and several detained as probes revealed illegal firecracker sales in the crowded market.

Bharat Hooda marked his 100th PKL game with an absolute masterclass, registering 20 points - including 16 raid points and 4 tackle points

Honouring Dilip Vengsarkar with a statue at Wankhede is a tribute to one of Mumbai’s greatest cricketing icons, says Ajinkya Naik, president of MCA

India, seeded second, had beaten Nepal and Sri Lanka in their earlier Group H clashes and went into the final round as the only unbeaten team in the group

With West Indies greats Sir Vivian Richards, Brian Lara, and Sir Richie Richardson, alongside current stars Shai Hope and Roston Chase, being present, this was a first-of-its-kind networking experience that brought together cricketing legends, global business leaders, and sporting icons on one stage

Dhrithi was brilliant in the field, picking two catches and was adjudged ‘best fielder’ of the match

The Indian senior men’s national team are currently bottom of Group C in the qualifiers, having earned just a point from their previous two matches

Bopanna’s addition reflects SG Pipers’ approach of combining experience with emerging talent, a strategy designed to mount a serious title challenge this season

The first wave of teams has already begun, bringing with it a quiet but intense air of preparation

India should take a cue from the United Kingdom, which recently passed a Bill allowing terminally ill adults to choose assisted dying under strict safeguards

A powerful explosion from two scooters rocked Kanpur’s Mishri Bazar on Wednesday evening, injuring six people, including a woman in critical condition. The blast damaged nearby shops and triggered panic in the busy commercial zone.

RBI has conceptualised a Unified Market Interface and Unified Lending Interface to enhance fintech services, said Sanjay Malhotra. He urged inclusive, user-friendly designs, emphasised AI and digital infrastructure, and flagged growing digital fraud risks in India’s fintech ecosystem

As Telangana votes, let it serve as a reminder that democracy thrives not on caste or cash, but on informed choice and accountability

Lawyers across Odisha boycotted courts to protest the murder of senior advocate Pitabas Panda in Berhampur. The Bar Council of India has demanded a Special Investigation Team probe, while state authorities work to track the suspected professional killers.

The 93rd Indian Air Force Day at Hindon honoured Operation Sindoor, showcasing India’s air power and precision capabilities. Top military leaders attended, while air warriors and fighter jets displayed rapid deployment and technological strength during the celebrations.

Gold prices breached $4,000 per ounce globally and ₹1.22 lakh per 10 grams in India, hitting record highs amid global uncertainty and rate cut speculation. Analysts expect the rally to continue if geopolitical tensions and economic concerns persist.

The US Senate has confirmed Sergio Gor as the next Ambassador to India, with 51 votes in favour. A close Trump aide, Gor pledged to strengthen trade and strategic cooperation with India, calling the partnership key to regional stability and global balance.

Janhvi Kapoor turned heads with her playful “bagging the bread” moment while flaunting her chic look before a fashion event. The actress was recently seen in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari and will next appear in India’s Oscar entry Homebound.

The ED raided multiple locations linked to actors Prithviraj Sukumaran, Dulquer Salmaan, and Amit Chakkalackal in Kerala in connection with a luxury car smuggling racket. The case involves illegally imported vehicles registered using forged documents and sold at undervalued prices.

A chemical tanker collided with an LPG cylinder truck on the Jaipur-Ajmer highway, causing a massive fire and multiple explosions that killed one person. Over 100 cylinders burst, traffic was halted for hours, and several vehicles were gutted.

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Security forces continued anti-terror operations in Rajouri’s Dhar Sakhri village on Wednesday after a brief gunfight with terrorists. No casualties were reported. A separate search was launched in Udhampur’s Basantgarh following reports of suspected terrorist movement.

Kolkata Thunderbolts staged a thrilling comeback to defeat Kochi Blue Spikers 12-15, 15-12, 15-6, 19-17 in the RR Kabel Prime Volleyball League. Pankaj Sharma was named Player of the Match for his outstanding performance