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Pakistanis slam Babar Azam for his ‘tuk-tuk cricket’. Call him SOAT, painfully slow

Calling Pakistan’s Champions Trophy performance “disappointing”, former pacer Shoaib Akhtar said the team is playing a “different kind of cricket, not the ones other teams are playing”.

Is New Zealand going the Canada way? Over 500% rise in asylum claims by Indians over past 2 years

In 2022-23, the number of refugee claims by Indians was 172 before it shot up 579 percent to reach 1,168 claims in 2023-24. In 2024-25, there have been 453 claims so far.

NZ’s first jail tells a complex story of colonial identity. ‘Little more than shacks’

The jail was a direct import from Australia’s convict system. This is often forgotten, partly because considerable effort was put into distancing NZ from the convict 'taint'.

Indian naval vessel Tarini sets sail for New Zealand

Two-woman crew embarks on second leg of circumnavigation expedition.

Five Eyes ally New Zealand backs Canada amid row with India, but with a disclaimer. ‘If proven…’

This is the first reaction in support of Canada from a Five Eyes ally. The US, UK & Australia are yet to issue official statements.

Droupadi Murmu concludes New Zealand bilateral visit by inaugurating new Consulate

The announcement was made during a reception hosted by the High Commission of India in Auckland, which was attended by the President, members of the Indian community, and other dignitaries.

Google doodle celebrates ‘Flat White’, a coffee drink that originated in Australia & New Zealand

The beverage, known as Flat White, is a steamy espresso beverage that is topped with steamed milk and a thin layer of microfoam.

New Zealand govt to repeal world’s toughest anti-tobacco rules, draws heavy criticism

By Lucy Craymer WELLINGTON (Reuters) - New Zealand will repeal on Tuesday a world-first law banning tobacco sales for future generations, the government said, even while researchers and campaigners

New Zealand to send defence team to Middle East for maritime security in Red Sea

New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon said the deployment is a continuation of the country's long history of defending freedom of navigation, both in the Middle East and closer to home.

Are New Zealand the new sticky wicket for Indian cricket? Here’s what ICC tournament data tells us

The last time the Men in Blue faced the Kiwis in ODI WC, it was a heartbreak for Virat Kohli's team. New Zealand also have a 3-0 record against India in T20 World Cup fixtures.

On Camera

The key difference between India and China’s response to Gen-Z protests in Nepal

China is desperate to keep Communist Nepal ally intact. India must worry.

What’s behind bond yields’ logic-defying spike? The market’s concern over the future

While bond yields tend to fall amid low inflation & interest rate cuts, market experts say they’ve been rising due to concerns over tax collections, fiscal deficit & potential impact of US tariffs.

Navy gets first Tata-made Spanish 3D surveillance radar for its warships, 19 more to come

It is one of the most advanced long-range air defence and anti-missile radars. It has been acquired under an about USD 145-million deal signed in 2020.

Punjab is fast becoming the new Northeast. And there’s a message in it for Modi

In its toughest time in decades because of floods, Punjab would’ve expected PM Modi to visit. If he has the time for a Bihar tour, why not a short visit to next-door Punjab?