Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the Indian diaspora in Jordan, affirmed that India is set to become the world’s third-largest economy soon. He highlighted India’s robust growth, with a recent GDP growth rate exceeding 8%, crediting the nation’s youth and stable governance for the progress.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) acquired Sri Lankan pacer Matheesha Pathirana for ₹18 crore in the IPL 2026 auction, making him the second-costliest player of the mini-auction. KKR also broke the record for the most expensive overseas player by securing Cameron Green for ₹25.20 crore.

In the Under-19 Asia Cup, 17-year-old Abhigyan Kundu made history by smashing a spectacular, unbeaten 209 runs off 125 balls against Malaysia. He is the first Indian player to score a double-century in a Youth ODI, helping India reach a massive total of 408/7.

The Post Office is going viral because it is Telangana’s first Gen Z-themed facility, located at NIT-Warangal. It features a vibrant, modern design and offers tech-enabled services like QR payments, free Wi-Fi, and special Speed Post discounts, making postal services appealing to young students.

my favorite and Indian batter Prithvi Shaw went unsold in the IPL 2026 mini-auction after failing to attract a bid at his base price of ₹75 lakh. The talented opener, who was expected to generate interest, was surprisingly skipped by all franchises in the opening set of capped players.

KKR shattered records at the IPL 2026 mini-auction, securing Australian all-rounder Cameron Green for a massive ₹25.20 crore. After a fierce bidding war with Chennai Super Kings, Green became the most expensive overseas player in IPL history.

Mallika Sagar is the auctioneer set to lead the IPL 2026 mini-auction in Abu Dhabi, continuing her pioneering role in Indian sports. she was Christie’s first Indian woman auctioneer. After debuting in the Pro Kabaddi League, she created history as the first female to conduct the WPL and an IPL auction, known for her sharp and composed command

According to 2025 population estimates, the world’s least populated countries are often microstates or island nations. The list, based on various reports, is topped by Vatican City ( 882 people), followed by Niue (1,900 people), Tuvalu (11,000 people), Nauru (13,000 people), Cook Islands (17,000 people), Palau (18,000 people), San Marino (34,000 people), and the Marshall Islands (42,800 people).