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Afghanistan Bows Out of Cricket Tournament Following Deadly Airstrike on Players

Afghanistan Bows Out of Cricket Tournament Following Deadly Airstrike on Players

KABUL (Rajeev Sharma): The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has announced its immediate withdrawal from the upcoming Tri-Nation T20I cricket series after three Afghan cricketers were killed in a Pakistani airstrike in the southeastern province of Paktika. The strike, which took place on Friday, has sparked outrage across Afghanistan and cast a shadow over ongoing peace efforts between the two countries. The ACB released an official statement expressing sorrow and anger over the loss, confirming that the players — identified as Kabeer, Sibghatullah, and Haroon — were killed in Urgun district after returning from a friendly cricket match in Sharana, the…
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Renewed Violence Erupts as Pakistan Strikes Afghan Border Areas Following Ceasefire Lapse

Renewed Violence Erupts as Pakistan Strikes Afghan Border Areas Following Ceasefire Lapse

Islamabad/Kabul (Rajeev Sharma): Cross-border tensions surged once again late Friday after Pakistan reportedly launched airstrikes inside Afghan territory, just hours after a fragile two-day ceasefire came to an end. The renewed violence threatens to derail ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at easing hostilities between the two countries. Afghan security officials confirmed that Pakistani aircraft targeted multiple locations in the southeastern province of Paktika and surrounding areas near the frontier. Among the sites hit was a civilian residence in Khandar village, where authorities claim several people lost their lives. “Bombardments were carried out in three separate areas close to the border,” said…
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Mass Gathering in Jagraon as Fans, Leaders, and Artists Bid Farewell to Rajvir Jawanda

Mass Gathering in Jagraon as Fans, Leaders, and Artists Bid Farewell to Rajvir Jawanda

Jagraon (Gurpreet Singh): Grief and remembrance filled the air in Jagraon on Friday as thousands came together to pay their final respects to renowned Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda, whose sudden death in a road accident earlier this week has left a deep void in the cultural landscape of Punjab. The bhog ceremony, held in his native village, saw a massive turnout from across the state and beyond. From political leaders to fellow musicians, social workers to everyday fans, people arrived in overwhelming numbers to honour the memory of the late singer. Among the prominent attendees were Rajya Sabha MP Vikramjit…
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Violent Unrest Grips Peru as Gen Z-Led Protests Leave One Dead, Dozens Injured

Violent Unrest Grips Peru as Gen Z-Led Protests Leave One Dead, Dozens Injured

LIMA (Rajeev Sharma): A wave of youth-led protests in Peru demanding President Jose Jarry’s resignation has turned violent, resulting in the death of a 32-year-old demonstrator and injuries to more than 100 individuals, according to official sources. The unrest, sparked by frustrations over economic inequality and lack of social reforms, has been growing for weeks. The latest protest, organized largely by young activists from the so-called Gen Z movement, saw thousands pour into the streets in a coordinated nationwide action. Tragedy struck when Eduardo Ruiz, a local hip-hop artist known for his activism, was fatally shot during a large rally.…
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False Bomb Threat at Delhi School Sparks Panic, Student Confesses to Sending Email to Avoid Exam

False Bomb Threat at Delhi School Sparks Panic, Student Confesses to Sending Email to Avoid Exam

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A bomb scare that prompted a full-scale emergency response at a school in Delhi’s Paschim Vihar area has turned out to be a false alarm, with police tracing the threat back to a student who allegedly wanted to skip an exam. The incident took place on when the principal of Vishal Bharti Public School received a disturbing email claiming there was a bomb on the school premises. The school administration immediately contacted the police, triggering a swift response from emergency services. "Following the alert, we deployed bomb detection teams, dog squads, and fire service units to…
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A Conglomerate's Strategy to Keep Vietnam's Growth in Its Own Hands

A Conglomerate's Strategy to Keep Vietnam's Growth in Its Own Hands

When Vingroup, the largest private conglomerate in Vietnam, launched VinMetal in September 2025, it made clear that this was about more than steel. The company is investing about 380 million dollars to produce construction steel and high-strength alloys. Its first customers will be within the group itself, supplying projects for Vinhomes and VinFast. Over time, VinMetal will also target major infrastructure works and exports. “VinMetal is not just a steel plant,” said Nguyen Viet Quang, Vingroup’s vice Chairman and CEO. “It represents a strategic preparation for a modern, green, and sustainable infrastructure future for Vietnam.”   In the first three…
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Cosmo Foundation and Border Security Force (BSF) Join Hands in Expanding Delhi's Green Cover with a 15,000 – Miywaki & Fruit Bearing Forestry

Cosmo Foundation and Border Security Force (BSF) Join Hands in Expanding Delhi's Green Cover with a 15,000 – Miywaki & Fruit Bearing Forestry

Cosmo Foundation, the community outreach arm of Cosmo First Ltd., in a significant display of its commitment to climate action, has launched a large-scale “Miyawaki & Fruit Bearing Forestry” plantation drive in collaboration with the 25 Battalion Border Security Force (BSF) at its Chhawla campus in New Delhi. The initiative marks yet another major milestone in creating an extensive green cover within the BSF campus, strengthening Cosmo Foundation’s continued dedication to environmental sustainability.   Cosmo Foundation, 25 Bn BSF plant 15,000 trees   Inaugurated by Hon’ble Shri Daljit Singh Chawdhary, IPS, Director General, Border Security Force, through this initiative, Cosmo…
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Muthoot Aurum Crosses Two Million Gold Coin Sales Milestone Across India

Muthoot Aurum Crosses Two Million Gold Coin Sales Milestone Across India

Muthoot Aurum Private Limited (MAPL), the Precious Metals Division of The Muthoot Group, has crossed a major milestone with the sale of over two million gold coins, pendants, and bars of 24 Carat 999.9 purity to customers across India.   Muthoot Aurum CEO Andrew P X and team jointly presented a commemorative coin to George Alexander Muthoot, MD, The Muthoot Group   To mark the occasion, a ceremony was held at the Muthoot Finance Head Office where the two-millionth gold coin was ceremonially presented to Shri George Alexander Muthoot, Managing Director, The Muthoot Group.   The event was attended by…
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Phillips Machine Tools to Unveil Manufacturing Expertise Center, Setting the Stage for Aarohan 2025 Technology Showcase

Phillips Machine Tools to Unveil Manufacturing Expertise Center, Setting the Stage for Aarohan 2025 Technology Showcase

Phillips Machine Tools is proud to announce the grand inauguration of its state-of-the-art Manufacturing Expertise Center in Chakan, Pune, on November 6th, 2025. This landmark moment will be followed by the company’s flagship event, Aarohan 2025 – a power-packed technology showcase – from November 7th to 9th, 2025, at the new facility.   A landmark in innovation — The Phillips Manufacturing Expertise Center, set to open soon in Pune   The inauguration of the Manufacturing Expertise Center marks a futuristic leap in Phillips’ vision to build advanced manufacturing technologies. More than just a facility, this center is designed to be…
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VELS Academic Excellence Awards Honor Outstanding Students and Highlight Career Opportunities

VELS Academic Excellence Awards Honor Outstanding Students and Highlight Career Opportunities

The VELS Medical College and Hospital, a unit of VELS Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies (VISTAS), successfully organized the VELS Academic Excellence Awards 2025 at Periyapalayam campus. The event celebrated outstanding scholastic achievements and provided students with valuable career guidance, inspiring young minds to excel in academics and beyond.   Dr. Preethaa Ganesh, Vice President, Vels Group of Institutions, presents mementos and certificates to students for their outstanding academic achievements   Career Guidance and Emerging Opportunities Renowned educationist and career consultant Thiru. Jayaprakash Gandhi delivered an insightful session on Career Guidance and Counselling, emphasizing emerging trends and opportunities for…
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