The commerce ministry’s investigation arm has recommended a three-year safeguard duty on imports of certain flat steel products, citing a sudden surge in shipments that threatened serious injury to domestic producers, PTI reported.In its final findings, the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) said it observed “a recent, sudden, sharp and significant increase in imports…
Irfan Pathan and Shahid Afridi NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan leg-spinner Danish Kaneria has stirred fresh controversy by backing Irfan Pathan’s explosive revelations about his long-standing rivalry with Shahid Afridi, calling out the former Pakistan captain for resorting to personal attacks.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Pathan, who enjoyed considerable success against Pakistan…
*** head coach Mike Hesso, right, speaks as Aqib Javed watches during a press conference. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Pakistan on Sunday unveiled a bold 17-member squad for the upcoming triangular T20I series in Sharjah and the Asia Cup 2025 in the UAE, leaving out seasoned campaigners Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan in a major…
India’s firm stance after sharp comments from abroad is an important signal that it “won’t be intimidated,” says Washington DC-based South Asia analyst Michael Kugelman. “India had to respond given how strong the comments were,” Kugelman told ANI. “Their response is the same message we heard from PM Modi in his speech soon after the…
KN Rajanna and Rahul Gandhi. NEW DELHI: Senior Congress MLA KN Rajanna, dropped from the Karnataka cabinet earlier in the day, said he will travel to Delhi to meet the party’s top leadership and resolve what he described as “misconceptions” about him. In a U-turn, he also backed Rahul Gandhi’s “vote theft” claim.Rajanna, a close…
Shashi Tharoor (File photo) NEW DELHI:Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Monday criticised the election commission (EC) for what he called an “attack” on leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi, saying the poll panel should address serious concerns instead of insisting on formalities like an oath or an affidavit. Speaking during a protest march by opposition MPs…
Former Indian captain Dilip Vengsarkar backed India head coach Gautam Gambhir for his spat with the Oval pitch curator during the fifth and final Test against England, also responding to comments made by Australia legend Matthew Hayden. The verbal spat took place when Gambhir, who was having a close look at the pitch along with…
Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Sourav Ganguly (Images via Getty Images) Sourav Ganguly has weighed in on the growing chatter around Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s ODI futures, saying the two icons should keep playing as long as they continue to perform at the highest level. Media reports have suggested that the upcoming three-match ODI…
Legendary pacer Glenn McGrath has once again made his trademark prediction ahead of the Ashes, backing Australia to complete a 5-0 whitewash of England in the 2025-26 series. The former fast bowler, who played a pivotal role in six Ashes triumphs during his illustrious career, believes home conditions and Australia’s settled core will prove too…
Mohammed Siraj (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: Former England all-rounder Moeen Ali believes that India pacer Mohammed Siraj’s fearless attitude and unrelenting spirit under pressure make him stand out and pose a serious challenge for any batter.Siraj was the highest wicket-taker in the recently concluded Test series in England, claiming 23 wickets. His performance was instrumental…