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Head coach Gautam Gambhir congratulates South African captain Temba Bavuma after the match in Kolkata on November 16, 2025 | Photo Credit: AP India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Sunday (November 16, 2025) mounted a strong defence of the tough Eden Gardens pitch, saying it was precisely the kind of track they were looking for ahead of the first Test against South Africa.India were bowled out for 93 in the chase of 124 to surrender against South Africa by 30 runs here. “It was not an unplayable wicket. This (pitch) is exactly what we asked for and this is what…

BSP chief Mayawati on Sunday claimed that her party would have won many more seats in the Bihar assembly elections if the polls had been completely free and fair. Mayawati’s allegations come days after the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) decimated the Mahagathbandhan in Bihar to retain power.(Deepak Gupta/Hindustan Times) In a post on X, she congratulated Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) members for ensuring the victory of party candidate Satish Kumar Singh Yadav in the Ramgarh assembly seat (No. 203) in Bihar’s Kaimur district. Although the administration and all opposition parties united in their efforts to defeat the BSP candidate…

It’s the time of year when every frequent traveler opens the app of their preferred airline and excitedly checks the progress of their status. Are they just a few miles short of making that top-tier status? Or have they safely secured elite benefits already? Thankfully, I am in the latter category, having flown over 60,000 miles already this year between a mix of domestic and international flights, business and leisure trips, and premium and economy cabins. Suffice it to say, I know a thing or two about packing a carry-on bag.  Because I’ve put in what feels like just as…

Published on: Nov 16, 2025 03:38 pm IST Defence minister Rajnath Singh said contributions of only a select few families in the freedom struggle were included in history books Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday blamed Marxist historians and the previous governments for deliberately neglecting contributions of Dalit and the tribal communities as he unveiled the statue of freedom fighter Uda Devi Pasi in Lucknow. Defence minister Rajnath Singh criticised the previous governments for overlooking the contribution of Pasi leaders. (X) He said contributions of only a select few families in the freedom struggle were included in history books. “Dalit,…

As the AI browser wars heat up, Mozilla has announced it is upgrading Firebox with a built-in assistant that will let users chat with AI as they navigate the web. The new ‘AI Window’ is an intelligent and user-controlled space where users can get help from an AI assistant as they browse on their own terms, the non-profit organisation said in a blog post on Thursday, November 13. AI Window in Firefox will not be enabled by default and users will have to opt-in to try it. They can also disable it whenever they want, Mozilla said, adding that the…

Beloved by hikers, campers, and outdoor adventurers—myself included—REI has an excellent line of gear that spans everything from shoes and clothing to blankets to mountain bikes. Whether you’re planning your first national park trip or organizing a multi-day backpacking excursion, REI has all you’ll need to get started. Even better, there are plenty of great deals to stock up on gear without breaking the bank.Originally created in 1938, the brand’s founders had a dream of sharing their love of the outdoors with the world around them, and in almost a century, REI hasn’t strayed from that ethos. REI truly embraces…

ICC WTC 2025-2027 Updated Standings after IND vs SA 1st Test: India slipped down to the fourth position after suffering a fatal 30-run defeat to reigning World Test Champions, South Africa, at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday. Chasing 123 runs, India crumbled under pressure on a heavily spin-friendly wicket, crashing out for 93 runs. India had also landed another blow after losing Test skipper Shubman Gill to a neck spasm before the day’s play. Led by Proteas captain Temba Bavuma’s solid 55 not out, South Africa mustered 153 runs in the second innings. Bavuma was the only batter to…

Published on: Nov 16, 2025 02:16 pm IST District magistrate Badrinath Singh, who visited the scene, said a magisterial probe has been ordered into the cause of the collapse Two more workers were found dead on Sunday, and nine others were believed to be trapped under the debris of a stone mine, which collapsed at Billi Markundi in Uttar Pradesh’s Sonbhadra a day earlier. One worker was confirmed dead on Saturday. The exact number of those missing was being ascertained. (Getty Images/iStockphoto) District magistrate Badrinath Singh, who visited the scene, said a magisterial probe has been ordered into the cause…

Experts say Google’s expansion reinforces Texas’ position as a business-friendly state with abundant energy and a skilled workforce. | Photo Credit: Reuters Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai announced a $40 billion expansion in Texas, marking the company’s largest-ever investment in a single U.S. state.  Governor Greg Abbott joined the announcement on Thursday in Midlothian, highlighting the initiative’s economic and technological impact.The plan includes three new data centre campuses to support Google’s growing cloud and artificial intelligence operations. These energy-intensive facilities will be paired with programmes to strengthen Texas’ grid, improve energy affordability, and provide workforce training for students, apprentices, and…

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