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A UK auction house has withdrawn a ‘Naga Human Skull’ from its lots for a live online sale on Wednesday following outcry in India over the issue. The Swan auction house at Tetsworth in Oxfordshire had a series of skulls and other remains originating from around the world as part of ‘The Curious Collector Sale, Antiquarian Books, Manuscripts & Paintings. The ’19th Century Horned Naga Human Skull, Naga Tribe’ was slotted as Lot No. 64 and resulted in protests in Nagaland, led by Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio who sought the intervention of External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to stop the hurtful sale. “The news of the proposed auction of Naga human remains in the UK… Read More »UK Auction House Withdraws ‘Naga Skull’ Sale After Nagaland’s Protest

Hardik Pandya turned heads during the second T20I between India and Bangladesh by taking a stunning catch. Running in from deep mid-wicket, the all-rounder chased down a shot hit by Bangladesh bowler Rishad Hossain. With Hardik charging in, the ball ended up in his hand in dramatic fashion. Neither was it a diving one-hander or a two-hander, Hardik ended up taking a one-handed catch will still in running motion. The jaw-dropping catch led to fans on social media labelling it the ‘Catch of the Decade’. Watch: Hardik Pandya takes ‘Catch of the Decade’ Athleticism at its best! An outstanding running catch from Hardik Pandya Live – https://t.co/Otw9CpO67y#TeamIndia | #INDvBAN | @hardikpandya7 | @IDFCFIRSTBank pic.twitter.com/ApgekVe4rB —… Read More »Watch: Hardik Pandya Takes ‘Catch Of The Decade’, Fans Left In Disbelief

When the Indian cricket squad for the T20I series against Bangladesh was announced, the main talking point was the inclusion of speedster Mayank Yadav. In IPL 2024, Mayank left a lasting impression on everyone by going for speeds above 150kmph, while showing flawless precision in his lines and lengths. He even clocked 156.7 kmph in one of his deliveries. He won the Player-of-the-Match award in his first two games for Lucknow Super Giants, but an abdominal strain soon sidelined him. Mayank then spent time at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru to recover and become match-fit by bowling eight to ten overs every day. During his debut against Bangladesh in Gwalior, he bowled a… Read More »Mayank “Hasn’t Touched 150,” Says Bangladesh Star, Gets Brutal Reply

Industrialist Ratan Tata, who died at the age of 86 in a Mumbai hospital on Wednesday, will be cremated with full state honours, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announced. The state government has also declared a day of mourning on Thursday to honour the late industrialist.  Mr Shinde announced that the national flag will be flown at half-mast across government offices in Maharashtra as a mark of respect. Entertainment events scheduled for Thursday have been cancelled. Mr Tata’s body will be kept at the National Centre for Performing Arts (NCPA) in Mumbai’s Nariman Point from 10 am to 4 pm today, where people can pay their last respects. The cremation will take place in the… Read More »Ratan Tata To Get State Funeral, Day Of Mourning Declared In Maharashtra

<p>Chairman Emeritus of the Tata Sons Ratan Naval Tata passed away at a Mumbai hospital on Wednesday night at the age of 86 years. Tata will be accorded a state funeral by the Maharashtra government today, while several top leaders including chief ministers of various states recalled the “megastar’s” contribution to the Indian industry.</p> <p>West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee said she was saddened by the demise of Ratan Tata. “The former Chairman of Tata Group had been a foremost leader of Indian industries and a public-spirited philanthropist. His demise will be an irreparable loss for the Indian business world and society,” she wrote on X.</p> <blockquote class=”twitter-tweet”> <p dir=”ltr” lang=”en”>Saddened by the demise of Ratan… Read More »‘Megastar’, ‘Very Sensitive Person’: Political Leaders Mourn ‘Corporate Titan’ Ratan Tata’s Death