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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

Seven reasons why Rahul Gandhi’s voter fraud claim must be taken with a pinch of salt

Rahul Gandhi is right to point out errors in the voter list, but it is quite unreasonable to allege that the BJP and the ECI were in cahoots.

How mining, manufacturing & power sectors weighed on India’s industrial output since January 2024

India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.

Legacy of Air Chief Marshal LM Katre, the man who flew Spitfires & ushered IAF into a modern era

ACM Katre was 2nd IAF chief to die in harness. It was at a memorial lecture in his honour where IAF chief AP Singh revealed that India shot down 6 Pakistani aircraft in Op Sindoor.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.