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The ICC Match Referee has rated the Melbourne Cricket Ground pitch used for the fourth NRMA Insurance Ashes Test as unsatisfactory. England won the match in two days, while Australia continues to lead the series 3-1.

A record Boxing Day Ashes Test at the MCG saw 20 wickets fall on Day 1. Australia collapsed for 152 but still led England by 42 runs. Josh Tongue took 5/45, while Michael Neser claimed 4/45

Australia named a pace-heavy squad for the fourth Ashes Test at the MCG, leaving out spinner Todd Murphy after Nathan Lyon’s injury. England, already trailing 3-0, suffered a major blow with Jofra Archer ruled out for the series

From December 27, Australian search engines must blur pornographic and violent images for under-18 users, implement age verification measures, and downrank harmful content. The rules aim to protect children, applying to both logged-in accounts and AI-generated search results

Australia defeated England by 82 runs in the Adelaide Test to retain the Ashes with a 3-0 lead. Starc, Cummins, and Lyon starred with the ball, while Travis Head’s 170 powered Australia’s dominance. England’s lower order resistance fell short

Adelaide: Skipper Pat Cummins (3-54) and Nathan Lyon (2-51) led a dominant bowling show at the Adelaide Oval, reducing England to 213 for eight in reply to Australia’s 371 on Day 2 of the third Ashes Test on Thursday. England appeared to be in a strong position after claiming the two wickets required to bowl […]

Amandeep Singh-Bola, of Indian-Kiwi origin, helped restrain one of the Bondi Beach attackers during a December 14 shooting that killed 15 and injured 40. He acted alongside police to subdue the suspect, demonstrating courage amid the terrorist attack

Telangana BJP chief N Ramchander Rao called the involvement of Hyderabad-born Sajid Akram in the Bondi Beach mass shooting in Australia an “insult” and a national security concern, urging local police to investigate his migration and connections abroad

A suspected Hyderabad connection has emerged in the Sydney Hanukkah mass shooting that killed 15 people. Australian authorities have declared it a terrorist attack, while Telangana Police say there is no evidence linking the accused’s radicalisation to India.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese proposed tougher gun laws after an antisemitic mass shooting at a Hanukkah event on Sydney’s Bondi Beach killed at least 15 people. The attack reignited debate on gun licensing and rising antisemitism 

An Australian skydiver survived a dramatic mid-air mishap after his reserve parachute snagged on a plane’s tail at 15,000 ft, leaving him dangling mid-air. He cut himself free using a hook knife, deployed his main chute and landed safely, investigators said

Australia named its 15-member squad for the U-19 World Cup in Namibia and Zimbabwe, featuring Indian-origin players Aryan Sharma and John James. The team, led by Oliver Peake, also includes players of Sri Lankan and Chinese heritage

Australia’s sweeping social media ban for under-16s could redefine global child-safety laws and push other nations toward tougher digital protections

Australia’s historic ban preventing under-16s from holding accounts on major social media platforms came into force on Wednesday. While public support is high, concerns remain over its effectiveness, enforcement challenges, and potential privacy risks flagged by global platforms.

Australia built a 44-run lead in the Brisbane Ashes Test after reaching 378 for six at stumps on Day 2. Weatherald, Labuschagne and Smith scored half-centuries, while England’s dropped catches and erratic bowling allowed the hosts to capitalize

Over 18.82 lakh Indian students are studying across 153 countries, with Canada hosting the highest number. The MEA revealed rising deportations linked to visa violations, incomplete documentation and enrolment issues, while highlighting advisories, support mechanisms and recent evacuation efforts for students abroad

India stormed into the Women’s T20 World Cup for the Blind final with a nine-wicket win over Australia in Colombo. Basanti Hansda starred with 45 runs, while Ganga Kadam and Karuna powered India’s dominant chase at P Sara Oval

Australia defeated England by eight wickets in the opening Ashes Test at Perth, finishing inside two days. Travis Head smashed a 69-ball century, while Mitchell Starc claimed 10 wickets as England collapsed twice, giving Australia a 1-0 series lead

Nineteen wickets fell on Day 1 of the Ashes Test in Perth, with Mitchell Starc’s 7/58 bowling England out for 172 before Ben Stokes’ 5/23 left Australia reeling at 123/9. England lead by 49 runs heading into Day 2

England begin their Ashes campaign in Perth on Friday, desperate to end a 15-Test winless run in Australia. Ben Stokes leads the side, while Steve Smith captains Australia in place of Pat Cummins. Injuries have reshaped both squads