Central Electricity Authority of India has become for the firs time a net importer of electricity to neighbouring Nepal and Bangladesh. In 2016-17 (April to February 2017), India has exported around 5,798 Million Units to Nepal, Bangladesh and Myanmar which is 213 Million units more than the import of around 5,585 Million units from Bhutan. Export to Nepal and Bangladesh ...
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Indian Diplomats Safe in Dhaka, Says MEA, IS Claims Responsibility for Attack
After the bizarre terrorist attack in Dhaka where 20 diplomats were taken hostage by apparently IS-backed attack in Dhaka, the Indian High Commission said all its officials are safe and it is monitoring the situation. A gang of 8 rmed assailants earlier entered a Spanish restaurant and have taken several foreigners, mostly diplomats, as hostages on Friday, sending shock waves ...
Read More »Dhoni: The man under spotlight
2007 T20 World Champions, 2011 50-overs World Champions, 2011 Champion’s Trophy, and number 1 in ICC Test rankings – under Dhoni, India achieved it all. Widely regarded as “Captain cool” for his ability to be calm even under pressure, Dhoni has over and over again proved his worth as one of the best (if not the best) captains of India. ...
Read More »Dhoni team desperate to avoid washout; India vs Bangladesh 3rd ODI
When it comes to home ground, nothing can beat Bangladesh. Neighbors Pakistan and now the two-time world champions, India suffered a historic bilateral ODI series loss to the Bangla Tigers. Bangladesh has been showing potentiality since putting up a fantastic performance in World Cup this year. Their inspiring run came to a heartbreaking end after a loss in the ...
Read More »White House Hosts iftaar Party
US President Barack Obama hosted an Iftaar Party at the White House inviting mostly American Muslims and Muslim ambassadors, including those from Pakistan and Bangladesh. Addressing the guests, President Barack Obama said, “Our annual White House Iftar recognises the sacredness of Ramzan to more than 1.5 billion Muslims around the world.” Reminding that Iftar is a reflector of the freedoms ...
Read More »Bangladesh supporters attack known Sachin Tendulkar fan in Dhaka
Expectations burdened on Bangladesh’s shoulders as they took on India in the one-off Test and three ODI series. Although they were considered to be “underdogs” before two-time world champions, India their recent performance showed potentiality. Rain halted the one-off Test match, but ever since the ODI series commenced last week, Bangladesh has proved that they have got what it takes. ...
Read More »India suffers shocking defeat to Bangladesh in 1st ODI; Sweet Revenge ?
After suffering a painful 109 mauling to India in the quarter finals of 2015 ICC World Cup, Bangladesh has finally taken their “sweet revenge” as they clinched a pumped up 79-run victory over India in the first ODI on Thursday. Burning effigies, chanting “Shame Shame,” during protests, all Bangladeshis from a furious Prime Minister to an annoyed Bangladeshi ICC president ...
Read More »Sri Lanka vs Pakistan: Day 2 live action resumes after rain washed away opening day
After rain entirely ruined the one-off test match between India and Bangladesh, it has not spared the other two in the sub-continent — Sri Lanka and Pakistan. Currently, on tour to Sri Lanka for the annual Test series, Pakistan was expected to turn around things and win the series against the home team – something they have been trying to ...
Read More »Sri Lanka to host Pakistan, 1st Test Match Tomorrow, Who Will Win?
India’s neighbour Sri Lanka and Pakistan will clash in their three-match Test series beginning Wednesday at a time when India and Bangladesh are entering the ODI phase after their first test match ended in a draw. Pakistan will clash with sri Lanka at Galle International stadium tomorrow, Wednesday, June 17 at 10 AM local time. The play can be watched ...
Read More »Harbhajan Singh surpasses Wasim Akram in Bangladesh
Going into the one-off test against Bangladesh, India had many expectations – a win most importantly. While the rain-hit five-day clash ended in a draw with most of the Team Blue players performing as expected, one person broke a record. Harbhajan Singh at 34 became the 9th highest wicket takers in test ahead of Wasim Akram of Pakistan. Regarded as ...
Read More »India vs Bangladesh: India look to wipeout Bangladesh as visitors finish with 462/6
Rain haunted one-off test that interrupted the first day, and completely whitewashed the second saw India call it a day as the visitors finished the first innings at 462/6. fantastic 323 run partnership between openers Shikhar Dhawan and Murali Vijay who scored 173 and 150 runs, respectively, saw India take an amazing lead in the rain hit test match. Ajinkya Rahane ...
Read More »India vs Bangladesh: Rain stops Day 2 live action, visitors have a commanding lead
By Sharangee Dutta The live action from day 2 of the one-off test match between hosts Bangladesh and India has been delayed due to heavy rain and bad light. The match that was supposed to commence at 9.30 am IST has been held up for half-an-hour, causing loss of 31 overs. The new 9 am ISTstart has further been delayed ...
Read More »India vs Bangladesh: New look India take on Stronger Bangladesh
By Sharangee Dutta India will look to grab a win against Bangladesh in the only test of their tour to the country when they take on them today for a five-day showdown. Bangladesh who has been living all these years with the “underdog” status will look to use their new improved game to clinch a win against India in this one ...
Read More »Indians Aged Over 50 Account for Poor 7% Among Mobile Internet Users: Study
A research conducted by Telenor group shows that only 7% Indian users aged over 50 years use Internet connections compared to the overall use by youngsters and adults. The survey conducted on 45.61 million Uninor subscribers in India showed that only a niche portion of senior citizens use internet connection on mobile phones. The research revealed a shocking result, 24% ...
Read More »Nepal Earthquake: Quick Timeline of Past Quakes in Himalayan Region
At least four people were killed and several injured when a 7.5 magnitude earthquake shook Nepal and caused widespread devastation this morning. One person was killed in an old building collapse in front of the Indian consulate in Kathmandu and at least three people were confirmed killed elsewhere. Different buildings, including the walls surrounding Nepal’s royal palace, collapsed and more ...
Read More »India vs Bangladesh Match Preview, Live streaming Info, Team News
Time: 9:00 am IST Date: 19th March Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne The second quarter final takes us to the MCG where defending champions India take on giant killers Bangladesh in an all Asian clash. Will India seek revenge for their 2007 oust or will the Tigers provide us with another encore performance? Looking at India’s form in the recently ...
Read More »Watch World Cup 2015 Quarterfinals: Fixtures, TV Channels, Live Streaming Information
With Sunday matches over, the first round of pool A and B phase of the ICC cricket World Cup 2015 quarterfinal berths are clear now with traditional rivals India and Pakistan in. The first quarterfinal at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) on Wednesday will be played between Pool A third-place finishers Sri Lanka and Pool B second-placed South Africa. The ...
Read More »World Cup 2015: Australia vs Bangladesh Match Preview, Live streaming Info, Team News
By – Arjun Prasad Time: 9: 00 am IST Date: 21st Feb Venue: Brisbane Cricket Ground (Woolloongabba), Brisbane Cyclone Marcia will be the talking point come Saturday as hosts and favorites Australia are all set to square off against Asian contingent Bangladesh in the Group A fixture of the ICC Cricket World Cup. Heavy thunderstorms are expected to whitewash the ...
Read More »World Cup: Bangladesh vs Afghanistan match preview
By – Arjun R Time: 9 am IST Date: 18th Feb Venue: Manuka Oval, Canberra In the second all Asian battle of the 2015 ICC World Cup, giant killers Bangladesh take on new comers Afghanistan in the picturesque Manuka Oval. Bangladesh on their day can give the best teams in the world a run for their money. Their rise in ...
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