Deep-rooted son preference fuels sex-selective abortions in India, leading to millions of fewer female births by 2030. Despite legal bans, illegal networks facilitate prenatal sex determination and terminations, driven by cultural pressures and financial anxieties. While some areas show slow improvement in sex ratios, demand for sons persists.
An Iranian MP has questioned Pakistan’s impartiality as a mediator in US-Iran talks, citing Islamabad’s perceived alignment with American interests. This comes as Iran’s Foreign Minister visited Pakistan and Oman to advance diplomatic efforts, though US President Trump indicated Iran could initiate contact for negotiations.
Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu has urged Indians in the US to return home, citing changing immigration perceptions and the need for their expertise to boost India’s technological progress. He emphasized that global respect for Indians hinges on India’s own development, calling for professionals to contribute their skills to the nation’s future prosperity and civilisational strength.
Iran has reportedly offered the US a new proposal focusing on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending the war, postponing nuclear negotiations. This move aims to bypass internal divisions within Iran regarding nuclear concessions, though it could diminish US leverage in future talks.
Iran’s Vice President warned of a fourfold retaliation against nations supporting damage to its infrastructure, particularly its oil sector, following US President Trump’s remarks. This threat underscores heightened tensions around Iran’s energy assets amidst ongoing conflict and diplomatic efforts, including a proposed two-stage plan to the US.
Rinku Singh starred in Kolkata Knight Riders’ Super Over win over Lucknow Super Giants, scoring an unbeaten 83 and excelling in the field. The performance was emotional, dedicated to his late father, as shared by fiancée Priya Saroj. He smashed four sixes late, helped force a tie, contributed in the Super Over, and hit the
A Guna couple abandoned their toddler on a highway, believing she brought bad luck. Investigations revealed the child was allegedly purchased for Rs 1 lakh through an illegal network, expanding the case into a suspected child trafficking racket. The girl was found alone and is now in the care of the Child Welfare Committee.
Nicholas Pooran’s poor Super Over record, just one run in 10 balls, came under scrutiny after Lucknow Super Giants lost to Kolkata Knight Riders. Despite this, Rishabh Pant backed him, stressing team trust and accountability. Sunil Narine’s strikes restricted LSG to one run, and Rinku Singh sealed the win instantly.
Lucknow Super Giants suffered a heart-wrenching Super Over loss to Kolkata Knight Riders, with Nicholas Pooran’s first-ball dismissal drawing sharp criticism from Dale Steyn. Steyn labelled the decision to send Pooran in as ‘criminal’ given his poor form, highlighting the missed opportunity for LSG to secure a crucial win and their subsequent slide to the
