DARWIN, Australia — Bangladesh produced a landmark performance at Marrara Oval to defeat Australia by nine wickets in the first Test of the 2026 Bangladesh tour of Australia, securing their maiden Test victory on Australian soil.
Bangladesh vs Australia 1st Test: Bangladesh Win
Bangladesh vs Australia 1st Test:Bangladesh completed a landmark nine-wicket victory over Australia at Marrara Cricket Ground on Sunday, August 16, sealing their first Test win on Australian soil in their third attempt and taking a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. Chasing 57 after Australia were dismissed for 284 in the second innings, Bangladesh reached 57 for 1 in 14.2 overs, with Mominul Haque striking the winning boundary.
UP Weather Alert: Heavy Rain to Continue for 2-3 Days, These Districts on Watch
UP Weather Alert: The southwest monsoon remains active across both eastern and western divisions of Uttar Pradesh, bringing heavy rainfall to several parts of the state. The weather department has warned of more intense showers and thunderstorms over the next two to three days, with a heavy rain alert covering multiple districts.
Ankita Bhandari Case: Parents Meet Rahul Gandhi
NEW DELHI, India — The parents of Ankita Bhandari, who have been seeking justice in the Uttarakhand murder case for years, met Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi in Delhi and urged continued action over their unresolved concerns. Gandhi expressed solidarity with the family and said he would stand with them for as long as they wanted to pursue the legal and social battle for justice.
PM Modi Speech 2026: Why Exam Protests Were Not Mentioned
NEW DELHI, India — Prime Minister Narendra Modi used his Independence Day address from the Red Fort to place young Indians at the centre of his vision for a developed India, announcing free online coaching for competitive examinations and AI training for one crore youngsters. However, his nearly 75-minute speech did not directly mention the recent youth protests over paper leaks, recruitment irregularities or the Gen-Z-led demonstrations that had drawn attention across the country.
iQOO Z11 5G India Launch on August 20
NEW DELHI, India — iQOO is set to introduce its next performance-focused smartphone, the iQOO Z11 5G, in India on August 20, 2026. The new handset will arrive under the company’s popular Z series and is positioned in the upper mid-range smartphone segment. The launch follows the iQOO Z11 Lite and is expected to combine a premium curved design with performance-oriented hardware and a high-capacity battery.




