Festive spending to boost Q3 numbers after weak Q2: RBI

The Supreme Court ruled that a government press release announcing a policy change doesn’t constitute law. The court stated that benefits can only be claimed after a formal notification is issued, emphasizing that a press release is merely a statement of intent, not a legal amendment.

India will kick off their Champions Trophy campaign in Dubai on February 20 against Bangladesh, aiming to continue their winning momentum from the recent England series. With Pakistan hosting additional matches, Bangladesh captain Shanto is confident in his team’s balanced squad, emphasizing their improved pace and spin bowling, and aiming for a tournament victory.

Gus Atkinson’s sensational hat-trick demolished New Zealand’s lower order on day two of the second Test, setting up England’s dominance. His 4/31, along with Brydon Carse’s 4/46, bowled New Zealand out for 125. England built a commanding 237-run lead by lunch, reaching 82/1 in their second innings, with Duckett and Bethell leading the charge.

Afghanistan Cricket Board extends Jonathan Trott’s coaching contract through 2025 following a successful tenure marked by significant team progress. Under Trott’s leadership, Afghanistan achieved notable victories in the 2023 World Cup and reached their first T20 World Cup semi-final in 2024.

There’s growing chatter that it may be time to play taps for the purveyors of traditional media. Much of the presidential campaign played out on television. But TV, along with print, is being written off as old news, a horse-and-buggy relic, the last of the dinosaurs to inhabit the earth. Now this is the point in…