Govt imposes import curbs on gold, silver jewellery to check misuse of FTAs

The government on Wednesday announced curbs on imports of gold, platinum and silver jewellery with immediate effect, a move aimed at checking misuse of free trade agreements (FTAs). These restrictions will operate irrespective of any prior contract, irrevocable letter of credit, advance payment, shipment status, or any other commitment, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade…

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‘India don’t give it to ICC’: Ex-Pakistan batter sparks fresh controversy, targets BCCI over doping tests | Cricket News

India vs Pakistan (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Ahmed Shehzad has sparked controversy by accusing the Board of Control for Cricket in India of not allowing the International Cricket Council to directly conduct doping tests on Indian players. His comments came during the ongoing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, after India national cricket team had…

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Jasprit Bumrah: ‘The lack-of-wickets narrative’: Ashwin drops bold take on Bumrah after MI struggle | Cricket News

Mumbai Indians’ Jasprit Bumrah (AP Photo/Anupam Nath) Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s high-scoring 18-run win over Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium in IPL 2026 also brought Jasprit Bumrah’s unusual wicketless run back into focus, with India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin stepping in to defend the star pacer. Bumrah went wicketless once again as MI conceded 240/4 and…

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‘Things will be little different for Virat’: Kohli warned before RCB’s IPL 2026 season | Cricket News

Virat Kohli (BCCI/IPL Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes Kohli’s transition to playing fewer formats might impact his T20 rhythm, especially after breaks.“This time, things will be a little different for Kohli. For the first time, he will play the IPL having completely retired from Test cricket. He is playing only one…

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Pakistan 0/0 in 0.0 Overs | Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live Score, 2nd ODI: Bangladesh opt to bowl against Pakistan

Rana also heaped praise on Bangladesh fast-bowling coach Shaun Tait, describing the former Australian pacer as an outstanding mentor who supports players both on and off the field. According to Rana, Tait’s approach of combining technical guidance with personal encouragement has helped young bowlers grow in confidence. The pacer added that in international cricket skill…

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