This season saw 1000 sixes being scored in just 13079 balls, setting a new record for the fastest time to reach this milestone. The previous records were set in the 2023 and 2022 seasons, with 1124 and 1062 sixes respectively. In 2023, it took 15390 balls to hit 1000 sixes, while in 2022, the same number of sixes was reached in 16269 balls. The milestone 1000th six came up during the Sunrisers Hyderabad-Lucknow Super Giants IPL encounter in Hyderabad.

Air India Express has been forced to cancel over 90 flights since Tuesday night, leaving thousands of passengers stranded at various airports across the country.

SII stopped Covishield extra doses due to lawsuit, disclosed rare Thrombosis. Advocates govt collaboration. AstraZeneca withdraws Vaxzevria marketing authorisations globally. European Medicines Agency confirms Vaxzevria discontinuation in EU.

India's skipper Rohit Sharma recently revealed his preference for having four spinners in the side, though he didn't explicitly state the rationale behind this decision. Speculation suggests it could be due to the slow and sluggish wickets expected in the West Indies or the unusually early starts. Courtney Walsh, a highly esteemed figure in cricketing circles, believes that India's choice aligns with their potential challenges on the pitch. He further acknowledges that India possesses a quality

Wasim Akram, the iconic Pakistani skipper, has expressed his doubts about Rohit Sharma's future with Mumbai Indians in the forthcoming IPL season. The former cricketer, who had earlier voiced his apprehensions regarding Sharma's removal from the captaincy role, now thinks that the five-time IPL-winning leader might not be retained by the franchise.

In a humiliating display of cricketing prowess, Mongolia suffered a crushing 205-run defeat against hosts Japan in Sano on Wednesday, just seven months after their international debut at the Asian Games. The Mongolian team was skittled out for a paltry 12 runs, the second lowest score in T20 International history, after Isle of Man's 10 all out against Spain on February 26, 2023, in response to Japan's commanding total of 217 for 7. The Japanese bowling attack was spearheaded by 17-year-old left

EPF members experiencing delays in withdrawal claim processing. Some turn to social media complaints. EPFO suggests 20-day processing time. Ensure accurate form completion and updated KYC info for smoother claims.

Smartwatches have been an important part of the present human race and rightly so. Who wouldnt want to be able to operate technologically from the comfort of their wrist? We have come up with some of the best smartwatches in 2024, depending on your requirements and keeping your budget in mind.

Karnataka Police has summoned BJP National President JP Nadda and party member Amit Malviya to appear at Bengaluru's High Grounds police station within a week regarding a tweet shared by BJP Karnataka. The tweet in question is said to have targeted the SC/ST community. Earlier, the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) had urged the Election Commission to take action against JP Nadda and other BJP leaders for allegedly violating the model code of conduct.

Delhi Capitals went on to win the thriller by 20 runs against Rajasthan Royals on Tuesday, keeping their playoffs hopes alive. On the other hand, the defeat for Royals was only their third this season. They currently occupy the second spot on the points table behind toppers Kolkata Knight Riders.

Hyderabad grapples with severe traffic issues, exacerbated by heavy rain causing gridlocks in key areas. Urban planners must enhance public transport and road networks to alleviate congestion and prevent future incidents.

India contributes $500,000 to UN counter-terrorism trust fund, emphasizing commitment to global fight against terrorism. Support includes countering financing of terrorism and preventing terrorist movement in Africa. Total contribution now at $2.55 million.

Ghulam Nabi Azad criticized Air India for passenger inconvenience, calling for its shutdown. The airlines apologized for the disruption and the Ministry of Civil Aviation demanded a report on the flight cancellations, stressing compliance with DGCA norms and passenger facility provision.

At the HPCA Stadium practice in Dharamsala, a young cricketer approached Virat for an autograph and Virat's chatter in Punjabi quickly gained attention on social media. Kohli is presently in Dharamsala with the RCB squad, gearing up to take on the hosts Punjab Kings in their upcoming Indian Premier League match scheduled for Thursday.

In 2023, India became the world's third-largest solar power generator, surpassing Japan. Solar energy contributed 5.5% globally, with India's production increasing significantly since 2015, highlighting its commitment to renewable energy growth.

The league phase of the 2024 Indian Premier League season still has 14 games left to be played, and there are over 16,000 conceivable combinations of match outcomes. All four playoff spots are still up for grabs, and no team has been completely eliminated from the race. Teams finishing in the top four at the end of league stage qualify for the playoffs.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on Congress leader Sam Pitroda over his Indians in the South look like Africans' remark and linked the analogy to Congress's decision of fielding a candidate against Droupadi Murmu for the 2022 presidential election. PM Modi said he could tolerate abuses hurled at him but not against the people of the nation.

India are without an ICC trophy victory since their 2013 Champions Trophy win. Their closest brush came last year during the ODI World Cup, but they stumbled in the final against Australia. Discussing India's path to breaking this 11-year drought, former opener Virender Sehwag emphasized the importance of adopting a fearless approach.

Bombay High Court supports Maharashtra govt's renaming of Aurangabad to Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Osmanabad to Dharashiv. Petitions dismissed. Centre approves Osmanabad's new name. Decision influenced by historical, political factors.

Air India Express cancelled 80 flights, sparking chaos at Delhi Airport. Passengers frustrated over abrupt cancellations to Goa, Guwahati, Srinagar. Massive chaos at the airline counter. Passengers demand explanations.

Indian Overseas Congress chairman, Sam Pitroda, sparked controversy yet again, this time with remarks on India's diversity. He claimed people in the South look like Africans, those in the East look like Chinese, and those in the East look like Arabs. Pitroda's history of outspoken comments has caused uproar before, putting the Congress party in a difficult position.

Former BJP MLA C Velayutham passed away in Tamil Nadu. He won in 1996 from Padmanabhapuram and received condolences from BJP president Nadda. His later election positions were second in 2001 and third in 2006.

Congress leader Sam Pitroda on Wednesday sparked controversy by comparing Indians from various regions to Chinese, Arabs, Whites, and Africans when discussing diversity. This is not the first occasion when the Congress leader has caused a political uproar with his statements. Pitroda had earlier expressed his support for the party's stance on esource redistribution', drawing inspiration from the American system.

A bus transporting polling staff caught fire in Madhya Pradesh's Betul Lok Sabha constituency.

Punjab Congress chief Amardiner Singh Raja Warring on Wednesday stoked a fresh controversy as he called the 2019 Pulwama attack a mystery' and claimed that the ruling BJP can do anything to during elections'. Warring's statement comes days after former Punjab chief minister Charanjit Singh Channi's stuntbaazi' remark that triggered a political firestorm.

Enthralled by the stadium's splendor, several RCB players, some of who are experiencing Dharamsala for the first time, were captured striking poses and capturing scenic snapshots before their training session, gearing up for their match against hosts Punjab Kings on Thursday.

In Bachupally, Hyderabad, a wall collapse due to rain killed workers, including a woman and a girl. Chief minister A Revanth Reddy took action, directing support for victims, as DRF teams conducted a rescue operation.

The Thailand government has approved a visa extension plan for Indian and Taiwanese tourists for an additional six months in an effort to boost its slow economy. The decision will permit travelers from India and Taiwan to visit the Southeast Asian country without a visa until November 11. The choice is made just before the current exemption expires.

Ian Gelder, famed for Game of Thrones, died from bile duct cancer. Ben Daniels shared the news on Instagram, highlighting Ian's bravery and their enduring partnership. Bile duct cancer arises from liver bile ducts, with challenging symptoms and treatment options.

During their tour of Ireland and England, Pakistan is set to participate in seven T20Is. This extensive series presents a significant chance for the team's captain, Babar Azam, to surpass the run tally of Indian batting icons Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in T20 internationals, thus claiming the top position as the leading scorer in this format.

A 20-year-old female student from Rajasthan was caught cheating in NEET-UG exam as a proxy candidate for an MBBS aspirant. She claimed financial crisis as the reason and has been served a notice for cooperation in the investigation.

Aam Aadmi Party volunteers on Tuesday raised slogans in support of jailed Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the Indian Premier League fixture between Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.

Stormy Daniels, an adult film star, testified in court about her alleged 2006 affair with former President Donald Trump, marking a significant moment in his ongoing hush-money trial. Her testimony took place in a Manhattan courtroom, where she recounted an encounter with Trump at a Lake Tahoe hotel suite. Daniels humorously described Trump wearing silk or satin pajamas, likening him to Hugh Hefner.

AstraZeneca announced on Tuesday that it has initiated the worldwide recall of its Covid-19 vaccine, following the admission by the UK pharmaceutical company that the vaccine can lead to a rare side effect known as Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS). Media reports state that the Anglo-Swedish drugmaker had previously acknowledged in legal documents that the vaccine can result in side effects like blood clots and reduced blood platelet counts.

Three Indian nationals, Karan Brar, Kamalpreet Singh, and Karanpreet Singh, appeared before a Canadian court via video on Tuesday to confront charges of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder related to the killing of Khalistan separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar last year. The individuals, suspected to be members of an alleged hit squad, were apprehended in Edmonton on Friday.

DC's Pant lauds bowlers, especially Kuldeep, in victory over RR. Samson's masterclass challenged DC, but they secured sixth home win. DC focuses on game execution and learning, aiming to restrict targets for success. DC climbed to the fifth spot with six wins, six losses and 12 points. RR stayed second with eight wins, three losses and 16 points.

The match between Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals in Delhi on Tuesday saw a controversial dismissal of the visiting team's skipper Sanju Samson make headlines. Rajasthan Royals remained at number two despite third defeat in IPL, while Delhi Capitals hold the fifth spot after 12 matches with an equal number of victories and defeats.

While Modi is very popular in the state, especially in urban areas, the Telangana BJP will have to contend with deep internal fissures. Of the 17 candidates the party has fielded, only a handful are old Sangh hands; most are recent imports from other parties. This has left some core BJP men upset.