Concerns over security, integrity raise doubts over Bangladesh Premier League ahead of kick-off: Report

IANS | December 22, 2025 10:38 PM

Mumbai, Dec 22 (IANS) The death of a key figure in last year's political uprising and cancellation of the opening ceremony in Dhaka over political unrest have raised doubts over the next season of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL). As franchises ramp up preparations, questions continue to swirl around the tournament’s ability to start on schedule amid political unrest and security concerns across Bangladesh, a news report said on Monday.

Gujarat: GETCO to set up five new substations; strengthen 1,100 CKM transmission network

IANS | December 22, 2025 10:28 PM

Gandhinagar, Dec 22 (IANS) The Gujarat government has announced major investments to further strengthen the state’s power infrastructure, with Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation Limited (GETCO) planning to set up five new substations and strengthen around 1,100 circuit kilometres (CKM) of transmission network during 2026–27, at an estimated cost of Rs 1,000 crore.

Tanishaa Mukerji enjoys her piping hot 'Kulhad wali chai' amidst chilly weather in Indore

IANS | December 22, 2025 10:21 PM

Mumbai, Dec 22 (IANS) Actress Tanishaa Mukerji seems to be enjoying her ‘Kulhad Chai’ on a recent trip to Indore, Madhya Pradesh.

Gujarat CM to hand over appointment letters to over 11,600 newly recruited police personnel tomorrow

IANS | December 22, 2025 10:21 PM

Gandhinagar, Dec 22 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel will hand over appointment letters to 11,607 newly recruited candidates of the Gujarat Police at a grand ceremony to be held, December 23, at the Ramkatha Ground, Sector 11, Gandhinagar.

BCCI hikes match fee for women's domestic matches

IANS | December 22, 2025 10:19 PM

Mumbai, Dec 22 (IANS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced a hike in the fee for women's domestic matches during an online meeting of its Apex Council on Monday. Under the new proposed structure, the daily match fee for senior women’s tournaments (50-over and multi-day) will be increased to Rs 50,000 for the playing XI members and Rs 25,000 for reserves.

Thirumavalavan declares BJP ‘unwelcome’ in TN, slams Sangh Parivar

IANS | December 22, 2025 10:17 PM

Madurai, Dec 22 (IANS) Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) leader Thol. Thirumavalavan MP launched a sharp attack against the BJP and its ideological affiliates, asserting that the party would never be able to gain a foothold in Tamil Nadu, irrespective of the form it takes.

Kerala: CPI-M’s factionalism helped BJP win Thiruvananthapuram Corporation

IANS | December 22, 2025 10:06 PM

Thiruvananthapuram Dec 22 (IANS) Factionalism within the CPI-M’s Thiruvananthapuram district unit surfaced sharply during the party district committee meeting held here on Monday, with leaders conceding that internal discord played a decisive role in enabling the BJP to wrest control of the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation for the first time.

TN likely to add Rs 3,000 cash assistance to Pongal gift pack, distribution expected to begin in early Jan

IANS | December 22, 2025 10:01 PM

Chennai, Dec 22 (IANS) With the harvest festival of Pongal fast approaching, the Tamil Nadu government is preparing to launch its annual gift scheme, with official sources indicating that distribution through the Public Distribution System (PDS) could begin in the first week of January.

GCL Season 3: SG Pipers meet holders Continental Kings in final; Ganges Grandmasters to face Alaskan Knights for third place (Ld)

IANS | December 22, 2025 9:55 PM

Mumbai, Dec 22 (IANS) Leon Luke Mendonca’s draw on the prodigy board was worth more than a win for Alpine SG Pipers as they qualified for the final against table-topper Triveni Continental Kings despite losing their last league match 6-11 against PBG Alaskan Knights in Season 3 of the Global Chess League (GCL) at the Royal Opera House in Mumbai on Friday.

Ambuja Cements’ board okays amalgamation of ACC Ltd and Orient Cement Ltd

IANS | December 22, 2025 9:55 PM

Ahmedabad, Dec 22 (IANS) Ambuja Cements, part of the Adani Group, on Monday said it has received approval for two separate schemes of amalgamation from its Board of Directors — to merge ACC Limited and Orient Cement Limited — thus establishing a single consolidated ‘One Cement Platform’.