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9
Nov
India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the 2025 Champions Trophy final in Dubai, securing their third title and ending a 12-year ICC trophy drought. Rohit Sharma led the charge, while Jadeja sealed victory with a boundary.
26
Oct
Kane Williamson broke New Zealand's Test run record at Wellington's Basin Reserve, surpassing Ross Taylor and cementing his legacy amid leadership changes and a new casual contract.
19
Oct
India's 9‑run loss to Australia leaves their World Cup berth hanging on Pakistan's result against New Zealand, with net‑run rate deciding the semifinal spot.
12
Oct
IMD warns of monsoon retreat across central India, heavy rain in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, and a cooling spell in Delhi-NCR as Cyclonic Storm Shakti's remnants stir weather chaos.
5
Oct
India hammered West Indies by an innings and 140 runs at Ahmedabad, with Jadeja's century and four wickets boosting India's WTC standing to 55.56%.
28
Sep
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, marks Panchami – the fifth day of Chaitra Navratri dedicated to Goddess Skandamata. The day runs from 2:35 am to 11:52 pm, with Brahma Muhurat (04:58‑05:45 am) and Amrit Kalam (06:39 am) offering prime slots for worship. Yellow attire, banana offerings and the mantra “Om Hreem Saha Skandmatryai Namah” are recommended. The day also overlaps with Lakshmi Panchami, adding a layer of prosperity‑focused prayers.
14
Sep
Central Zone booked a spot in the Duleep Trophy 2025 final on a first-innings lead after a run-heavy draw with West Zone, while South Zone took firm control against North Zone in Bengaluru. South piled up 536 and closed at 95/1, with North’s SP Khajuria (53*) and A Badoni (40) offering resistance. Both semis ran from Sept 4–7 at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground under the four-day format.
7
Sep
Sri Lanka were routed for 80 in 17.4 overs as Zimbabwe won the 2nd T20I by five wickets in Harare, leveling the series 1-1. Brad Evans and Sikandar Raza took three wickets each, and Zimbabwe chased 81 in 14.2 overs. The Harare pitch again offered early help for pace before bringing spinners into play. The result narrows Sri Lanka’s head-to-head lead to 6-2 and sets up a tense series decider.
2
Aug
India's population is absolutely booming, and it's like a never-ending festival over there! It's all because of an exquisite mix of factors - the country's youthful age structure, declining mortality rates, and cultural norms favoring large families. It's as if Mother Nature took one look at India and said, "You know what? I think I'll throw a party, and everyone's invited!" So, let's not forget, folks, behind these numbers are vibrant, diverse people, just like you and me. India, with its bustling, teeming masses, is just living life in high density!
