Day: May 27, 2025

Taiwan MND Reports Over 60 Chinese Aircraft Sorties, Escalating Tensions in Taiwan Strait

Arijit Bose

Taipei – Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense (MND) has raised fresh alarms over an unprecedented surge in Chinese military activity near its borders, reporting that more than 60 aircraft from the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) entered areas near Taiwan on Tuesday, with many breaching the island’s Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ). According to an MND update issued early Tuesday, 61 PLA aircraft sorties were detected along with multiple Chinese navy vessels between early morning and 8:15 a.m. (UTC+8). Many of these aircraft crossed the Taiwan Strait’s median line — a…

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EU Majority Urges Hungary to Rethink Controversial Anti-LGBTQ+ Law Amid Democratic Concerns

Arijit Bose

BRUSSELS — A coalition of 17 European Union member states on Tuesday issued a unified call urging Hungary to reconsider a newly passed law that empowers the government to restrict LGBTQ+ public activities, including Pride celebrations. The move marks a growing rift between Hungary’s nationalist administration and its European peers over human rights and democratic values. In a joint statement, key EU powers including France, Germany, Spain, Italy, and Sweden expressed “deep concern” over the April legislation, which permits authorities to penalize individuals for organizing or participating in LGBTQ+ events.…

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T20 Mumbai League Caravan Ignites Cricket Passion at Mumbai’s Iconic Maidans

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: As anticipation builds for the highly anticipated T20 Mumbai League, returning after a six-year hiatus, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) launched a vibrant city-wide campaign — the T20 Mumbai League Caravan – to bring the tournament’s excitement to the city’s iconic maidans and locations. The Caravan began its journey on Saturday with stops at Shivaji Park and Worli Sports Club, engaging fans and budding cricketers. On Sunday, it continued with a visit at Azad Maidan and moved through Fashion Street, Hutatma Chowk, Churchgate, Nariman Point, Parsi Gymkhana, Kirti College…

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King Charles III Visits Canada Amid U.S. Annexation Talk, Reinforces Canadian Sovereignty

Arijit Bose

Ottawa: In a visit marked by symbolism and statesmanship, King Charles III arrived in Ottawa  to affirm Canada’s sovereignty following provocative annexation remarks made by U.S. President Donald Trump. The British monarch’s presence—at the invitation of Prime Minister Mark Carney—comes as a clear signal of Canada’s independence and distinct national identity. The visit, which includes a rare speech from the throne by the king, aims to set the tone for the new parliamentary session and highlight Canada’s roots as a constitutional monarchy with a unique Anglo-French-Indigenous heritage. “The times we…

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JioStar & Sony Join Forces to Bring India’s England Tour to Every Fan

Arijit Bose

– India’s tours of England will stream live on JioHotstar over 2025 and 2026, while Sony Entertainment Television retains the television rights – Mumbai: In a significant development for Indian cricket fans and the sports broadcasting ecosystem, JioStar and Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) today announced a collaboration for India’s tours of England in 2025 and 2026. As a part of the sharing arrangement, JioStar will exclusively stream all the matches of India’s tours of England on JioHotstar including Tests, ODIs and T20 Internationals. SPNI will retain the television rights…

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“I HAVE A STRONG FEELING THE FINAL IS GOING TO BE BETWEEN RCB AND PUNJAB KINGS” – ROBIN UTHAPPA

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Speaking exclusively on Kuhl Fans Match Centre Live on JioHotstar, JioStar expert Robin Uthappa shared his views on Punjab Kings’ dominant win and their campaign trajectory: “You want momentum at the right point in the tournament and the right kind of impetus going into the play-offs. Punjab started the tournament exceptionally well, lost a bit of steam towards the back end of the league stage, but regained momentum just before the play-offs. Granted, they’re losing a player or two to national duty, but even within the squad, the batting…

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Ratnagiri Jets Land Gadre Marine & Snix Sports as MPL Season 3 Sponsors

Arijit Bose

Gadre Marine and SNIX Sports Join Fleetguard Filtrum, Chitale Bingebar, and Pitaara to Power Ratnagiri Jets in MPL Season 3 Mumbai: Ratnagiri Jets, the two-time champions of the Maharashtra Premier League (MPL), have added two new sponsors to their dynamic roster ahead of the eagerly awaited Season 3. Gadre Marine joins as an official sponsor, while SNIX Sports signs on as the official merchandise partner. The men’s MPL will begin from June 4 – 21, 2025, while the inaugural edition of the Women’s Maharashtra Premier League will be held from…

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JIOSTAR PARTNERS WITH ROYAL CHALLENGERS BENGALURU TO UNVEIL A UNIQUE JERSEY FEATURING FAN AUTOGRAPH

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: As the TATA IPL 2025 battle reaches its business end, JioStar has partnered with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in a campaign that pays tribute to the relentless support of fans for the franchise over the past 18 seasons. The campaign promo features an unassuming young boy stepping into a green room to get an autograph from his favourite RCB cricketers, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and Bhuvaneshwar Kumar on his prized jersey. His mesmerized demeanour soon turns to surprise as Virat Kohli asks him for an autograph instead, setting the…

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Blooming from the Clasp of Darkness

Arijit Bose

Sachin Tendulkar Foundation (STF) and Mann Deshi Foundation Transforming Dantewada, One Maidan at a Time Dantewada: In the remote corners of Dantewada, Chhattisgarh, where shadows of a dark past and volatile present loom over the villagers, Sachin Tendulkar Foundation (STF) and the Mann Deshi Foundation are ushering in a new dawn. Coordinated efforts, with support from the district administration, are helping shape a sports-empowered future for children, one maidan at a time. Sachin Tendulkar Foundation (STF), committed to empowering children through sports, in partnership with the Mann Deshi Foundation, have…

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XG perform for 50,000 Fans at Tokyo Dome for World Tour Finale. Total attendance for the world tour reached 400,000!

Arijit Bose

Tokyo: Recently girl group XG held the final performance of their “XG 1st WORLD TOUR ‘The first HOWL’” at Tokyo Dome, in front of approximately 50,000 fans with their first-ever performance at the iconic venue. The world tour, which began in May 2024, spanned 35 cities across 18 countries and regions and taking in 47 performances, with nearly all shows selling out – a testament to XG’s global popularity. Following their acclaimed performances at Coachella 2025 in April, where they reached #2 on X’s worldwide trends and received high praise…

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