India Gains Upper Hand In China Port Rivalry

The Sittwe deal is more significant than Chabahar in Iran, where India has rights to operate only two terminals and not the port itself. IMAGE: A view of Sittwe port in Myanmar. Photograph: Press......

Sittwe Port: India's Move Against China

The project had been gaining strategic relevance over the years as India-China ties took a hit. IMAGE: The maiden cargo of construction material arrives in Sittwe, Myanmar, May 9, 2023.......

Another Russian found dead in Odisha, 3rd in fortnight

Another Russian was found dead in Odisha on Tuesday, the third such incident in a fortnight, police said. IMAGE: Milyakov Sergey's passport. Photograph: Twitter The Russian, identified as Milyakov......

Vikrant: 'Multiple Celebration Of India'

In a record time of 13 years, the Indigenous Aircraft Carrier Vikrant is now ready for formal induction into the Indian Navy. IMAGE: The Indigenous Aircraft Carrier Vikrant during sea trials.......

Modi's Bangla trip: Experts stress on easier visa, rail connectivity

On the eve of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Bangladesh, experts on Friday pitched for enhanced bilateral ties through the resolution of long-pending issues, including a simpler visa......

Modiji, not just Teesta, talk of transit, transhipment, please!

Although India is projecting Modi’s forthcoming visit as an effort to focus on trade and mutual cooperation, issue of transit corridor is likely to top his agenda. After reaping huge social,......

Dhaka links access to port with Teesta issue

Relations with Bangladesh have hit a hurdle, with Dhaka’s reluctance to open Chittagong port to India, a long-pending request from New Delhi. The Bangladeshi government has clearly said it......

Bangladesh buys 50,000 tonnes of wheat from India

A Bangladeshi trading firm is buying 50,000 tonnes of wheat from neighbouring India at $330 a tonne, including the cost of delivery to Chittagong port, two sources said on Tuesday.Bangladesh has......

In Numbers: M S Dhoni's glorious career

IMAGE: Mahendra Singh Dhoni announced his retirement from international cricket on Saturday, August 15. Photographs: BCCI   Not one to hog the limelight, Mahendra Singh Dhoni ended his India......

Don't rule Bangladesh out!

Rajneesh Gupta highlights important numbers for the Bangladesh team from World Cups.   Result Summary IMAGE: The Bangladesh team celebrate the fall of a wicket. Photograph: Quinn Rooney/Getty......

All you need to know about the World Cup

In a three part series, Rajneesh Gupta highlights all the important numbers from cricket World Cups held between 1975 to 2015.   Tournament Results IMAGE: The Australians celebrate with the......

Yuzi Chahal's magic spell is up there with the best

How does Yuzvendra Chahal's 6/25 stand up against other fine T20I performances?Fascinating figures from Rajneesh Gupta. IMAGE: Yuzvendra Chahal celebrates Joe Root's wicket in the Bengaluru T20I......

Bangladesh erupts in joy after historic England win

IMAGE: Bangladesh team pose for a photograph after their historic victory against England. Photograph: Bangladesh Cricket. Thousands of people took to the streets in cities across Bangladesh as......