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Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma Become Joint Most Expensive Uncapped Players

Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma Become Joint Most Expensive Uncapped Players

The IPL Auction 2026 witnessed a historic moment as Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma emerged as the joint most expensive uncapped players in the history of the Indian Premier League. Both players were grabbed up by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for a massive ₹14.20 crore each, underlining the growing importance of domestic talent in the …

Filmfare OTT Awards 2025 Winners List Black Warrant Emerges Big Winner

Filmfare OTT Awards 2025 Winners List: Black Warrant Emerges Big Winner

The Filmfare OTT Awards 2025, held in Mumbai on December 16, 2025, honoured the finest performances and productions from India’s rapidly expanding streaming ecosystem. The ceremony reflected the creative depth of OTT platforms, with crime thrillers, social dramas and comedies sharing the spotlight. The night belonged largely to Vikramaditya Motwane’s Netflix series Black Warrant, which …

India Plans New Antarctic Station Maitri II, Completion Target 2032

India Plans New Antarctic Station Maitri II, Completion Target 2032

India is set to expand its polar research footprint with Maitri II, a next-generation research station in East Antarctica. The government has announced that the station is now expected to be completed by 2032, marking a revised timeline from earlier projections. The project reflects India’s long-term commitment to scientific research, climate studies, and environmental monitoring …

Why Cameron Green’s IPL Pay Is ₹18 Crore, Not ₹25.2 Crore

Why Cameron Green’s IPL Pay Is ₹18 Crore, Not ₹25.2 Crore

The IPL mini-auction witnessed history when Australian all-rounder Cameron Green attracted a staggering INR 25.2 crore bid from Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Making it the highest-ever bid for an overseas player at an IPL auction. However, despite the headline-grabbing figure, Green will actually take home only INR 18 crore. This apparent contradiction stems from a …

HDFC Bank Gets RBI Nod to Acquire Up to 9.5% Stake in IndusInd Bank

HDFC Bank Gets RBI Nod to Acquire Up to 9.5% Stake in IndusInd Bank

In an important development in India’s banking sector, HDFC Bank has received approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to acquire up to 9.5 per cent stake in IndusInd Bank. The approval allows HDFC Bank, along with its group companies, to make a strategic investment within the regulatory framework prescribed by the central bank. …

IPL Auction 2026: List of the Top 10 Most Expensive Players in IPL History

IPL Auction 2026: List of the Top 10 Most Expensive Players in IPL History

The IPL Auction 2026 created history as bidding wars reached unprecedented heights, reaffirming the Indian Premier League’s status as the world’s richest T20 league. The highlight of the auction was Australian all-rounder Cameron Green, who became the third most expensive player in IPL history after being picked by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for a massive …

India & ADB Sign Loans Worth Over $2.2 Billion for Development Projects

India & ADB Sign Loans Worth Over $2.2 Billion for Development Projects

India has strengthened its development partnership with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) by signing five loan agreements worth over $2.2 billion on 15 December 2025. The funding will support key national flagship programmes and state-level projects in skilling, renewable energy, healthcare, urban transport, and sustainable livelihoods. What Is the Agreement About? The Government of India …

Miyana Railway Station Receives National Energy Conservation Award 2025

Miyana Railway Station Receives National Energy Conservation Award 2025

A significant achievement for Indian Railways, Miyana Railway Station in Guna district of Madhya Pradesh has been honoured with the National Energy Conservation Award (NECA) 2025. The award was presented by the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, on the occasion of National Energy Conservation Day, recognising the station’s exemplary performance in energy efficiency and …

Shikhar Dhawan's Autobiography Unveils ‘The One Cricket, My Life and More’

Shikhar Dhawan’s Autobiography Unveils ‘The One: Cricket, My Life and More’

Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan unveiled his autobiography titled “The One: Cricket, My Life and More” on 14 December 2025 at an event held in New Delhi. Published by HarperCollins India, the book offers a candid and deeply personal account of Dhawan’s cricketing journey, struggles, and life beyond the boundary rope. What Is the Book …

Rewind 2025: Innovations & Missions, Top Scientific Achievements of 2025

Rewind 2025: Innovations & Missions, Top Scientific Achievements of 2025

2025 has been a year of extraordinary scientific progress, marked by remarkable discoveries and cutting-edge innovations across space exploration, medicine, physics, and technology. These accomplishments reflect global collaboration and the rapid integration of new tools—especially artificial intelligence—into research and development. Here’s a detailed look at some of the most transformative scientific achievements of the year. …