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6 hours ago
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Mohammed Siraj reflects on bizarre dismissal and Lord's heartbreak: 'Some matches stay with you...'
Mohammed Siraj suffered an unlucky dismissal off Shoaib Bashir's bowling to become the last Indian batter to fall, sealing a thrilling 22-run victory over England on the final day of the third Test at Lord's on Monday. read more Mohammed Siraj wears a crestfallen look on his face after getting clean bowled by Shoaib Bashir on the final day of the third Test at Lord's. AP India pacer Mohammed Siraj opened up on his heartbreaking dismissal in the third Test against England at Lord's on Monday, which sealed a 22-run defeat for his team in their chase of the 193-run target set by the Ben Stokes-led hosts. In a post on Instagram on Tuesday, Siraj reflected on the lessons learned from the defeat at the 'Home of Cricket' on Monday, which allowed England to go 2-1 up in the five-Test series with two matches left. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'Some matches stay with you, not for the outcome, but for what they teach,' Siraj wrote in his Instagram post that included images from the match, including him sitting on his haunches after his bizarre dismissal off off-spinner Shoaib Bashir's bowling with the target very much in sight. Rashid hails Siraj's 'energy and passion' The 31-year-old pacer's post receives thousands of replies, including from star leg-spinner Rashid Khan, his teammate at Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League. 'Mia your energy and passion for the game is on top . Mashallah you are champion bowler and special player,' the Afghan spinner wrote in reply. Siraj had played an important role in India's commanding 336-run victory in the second Test at Edgbaston with his haul of 6/70 in the first innings. He was also among the wickets at Lord's, collecting a couple of wickets in both innings including 2/31 that helped the Indians bowl England out for 192. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Siraj later forged a 23-run partnership with all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, the last-wicket pair grinding their way towards the 193-run target until the former was dismissed for 4 after facing 30 deliveries. Jadeja, meanwhile, remained unbeaten on 61 off 181 deliveries, having brought up his fourth consecutive half-century along the way. Also Read | Jadeja deserved his own Headingley 2019 moment at Lord's, but India just could not muster enough resolve The Hyderabadi speedster will be hoping to make up for the dismissal, even if he wasn't really at fault, with another match-winning performance in Manchester, where the fourth Test gets underway at Old Trafford next Wednesday.


Economic Times
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Economic Times
Auto OEMs to witness pressure in Q1 FY26E amid input cost surge and operational headwinds: Report
AP India's auto original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are likely to witness margin pressures in Q1FY26E. (Representative image) India's auto original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are likely to witness margin pressures in Q1FY26E, impacted by higher raw material (RM) costs and operating deleverage, according to a report by HDFC Securities. The report added that elevated prices of key inputs, particularly steel and platinum group metals, are expected to weigh on gross margins, while lower seasonal volumes may further strain EBITDA margins. For two-wheeler (2W) OEMs, an adverse domestic product mix, weaker export contribution, and lower electric vehicle (EV) mix have added to the challenges. The report added that minor pricing revisions are expected across two-vehicles (2W) and commercial vehicle (CV) players, triggered by the implementation of new regulations--OBD 2 norms from April 1, 2025 for 2Ws and AC cabin norms from June 8, 2025 for CVs. The report added that auto ancillary companies are also under pressure, with subdued global demand and tariff uncertainty clouding long-term planning. Tyre makers may get some relief from lower raw material prices, while some players could benefit from a drop in aluminium costs, the report added. However, export-focused firms face risks from rising ocean freight costs and potential disruptions. Delays in the return of migrant labourers could further impact operations, the report to the sector's concerns is an imminent shortage of rare-earth magnets, essential for both EV and ICE vehicle components. With most global processing concentrated in China due to its radioactive and high-cost nature, alternatives like domestic production or sourcing from Japan remain long-term prospects. In the near term, importing fully assembled components from China may be the only viable solution, though this would raise costs, reduce localisation, and potentially affect PLI eligibility, as per the report.


Economic Times
05-07-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
India to gift 2000 laptops to school students in Trinidad and Tobago, extends OCI Card facility up to 6th generation: MEA
AP India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets people alongside Trinidad and Tobago's Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar, left, dressed in traditional Indian, at Piarco International Airport in Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago, Thursday, July 3, 2025. Port of Spain [Trinidad and Tobago], July 5 (ANI): During his visit to Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a number of key announcements to boost ties between both nations, including gifting of 2000 laptops to school students and extension of the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cards facility up to 6th generation of Indian diaspora members Addressing a MEA press briefing, Secretary (South) Neena Malhotra listed the announcements, "..Firstly, extension of OCI Card facility up to 6th generation of Indian diaspora members in this country. As of now, this facility is available up to the 4th generation... This announcement was very enthusiastically received by the Indian diaspora, which constitutes almost 40 to 45% of the population of this country. In the education sector, we have announced the gifting of 2000 laptops to school students in Trinidad & Tobago. India also announced the holding of an artificial limb fitment camp in Trinidad and Tobago, she said."As part of India's humanity campaign, India also announced the holding of an artificial limb fitment camp in T&T for 50 days for 800 people. There were two more announcements in the healthcare sector. One was a gift of 20 Hemodialysis units and two sea ambulances to T&T to assist in the provision of health care. We have announced specialised Medical treatment of 10 dignitaries of Trinidad & Tobago at accredited Indian hospitals for an amount of Rs one crore per annum." She added. PM Modi announced the solarisation of the headquarters of T&T's Ministry of Foreign and Caricom Affairs by providing rooftop photovoltaic solar panels. Enhancing the cultural ties between both nations, PM Modi announced the celebration of Geeta Mahotsav at the Mahatma Gandhi Institute for Cultural Cooperation in Port of Spain, coinciding with the Geeta Mahotsav celebrations in will also train 10 pundits from Trinidad and Tobago and the Caribbean region in India. "At the request of the Trinidad & Tobago Government, we have agreed to the training of 10 pundits of T&T and the Caribbean region in India," Malhotra said. Neen Malhotra also informed about the six Memorandum of Understanding signed between two countries. "PM Modi held extensive discussions with the leadership of Trinidad & Tobago covering the entire gamut of the bilateral relationship. A total of six MoUs or agreements have been signed between the two countries."The six Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were signed following delegation-level talks between PM Modi and his Trinidad and Tobago counterpart Kamla Persad-Bissessar in Port of Spain on MoUs include an agreement on the Indian Pharmacopoeia, which aims to provide improved access to Indian pharmaceutical products in the Trinidad and Tobago market, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated in a strengthen the development corporation partnership between the two countries, an agreement was signed for an Indian grant to implement Quick Impact Projects (QIP).Agreements were also signed to strengthen cooperation in sports, diplomatic training and the re-establishment of two ICCR Chairs of Hindi and Indian Studies at the University of the West Indies (UWI), Trinidad and MoU on the Programme of Cultural Exchanges for the period 2025-2028 was also concluding his visit to Trinidad and Tobago, PM Modi embarked on his visit to Argentina for the 3rd leg of his five-nation tour.
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04-07-2025
- Sport
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India vs England: Ravindra Jadeja likely to avoid BCCI action despite breaching major protocol during Edgbaston Test
India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is set to get away from any sort of disciplinary action despite breaching a BCCI protocol. Jadeja made crucial 89 runs for India and forged a monumental stand with Shubman Gill in 1st innings of 2nd Test against England at Edgbaston. read more India's Ravindra Jadeja plays a shot on day two of the second cricket test match between England and India at Edgbaston. AP India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja may not face any sort of disciplinary action despite breaching a Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) protocol ahead of Day 2 of the Test against England at Edgbaston. As per the rule, which came into books following India's tour of Australia earlier this year, players are not allowed to travel separately to the ground. Also Read | Shubman Gill smashes 269: All the records broken and milestones achieved by India captain at Edgbaston STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD How did Ravindra Jadeja break the rule? As Jadeja went unbeaten at 41 on Day 1 of the 2nd India vs England Test, the all-rounder travelled separately and reached Edgbaston early in the morning to face extra deliveries in the nets and set the tone for his batting before resuming innings on Day 2. The determination showcased by Jadeja reaped him positive dividends as he successfully negated the new ball threat and continued to pile on runs alongside captain Shubman Gill. The two constructed a massive stand of 203 runs, which sizable contributed in India reaching a monumental total of 587 in 1st innings. 'Somewhere I felt that I should go and bat extra because the ball was still new,' Jadeja told reporters after stumps on Day 2. 'I felt if I can see the new ball off, it would become easy for the rest of the innings. Luckily I could bat till lunch, and then Washy [Washington Sundar] also batted well with Shubman. The more you bat in England, the better it is because you never feel you are set in England. At any time a ball can swing and take your edge or bowl you." Jadeja narrowly missed out on his ton, out for 89, but he was happy to contribute and help the team avoid another collapse. 'When you contribute with the bat for the team, it feels great, when you are playing outside India, and the team needs you more, it feels good. From 210 for 5, to put together a big partnership to take the team forward, it is a challenge. I took it as a challenge. If you can stick around with the captain and put together a big partnership, it gives you confidence as a cricketer and a batter that in the coming matches also you can contribute,' he added.
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24-06-2025
- Sport
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'Test cricket at its finest': Experts react as England chase down 371 against India at Headingley
Rishabh Pant's twin centuries went in vain as England, propelled by Ben Duckett's brilliant 149, chased down a challenging 371-run target set by India on Day 5 of the first Test at Headingley, Leeds. Here's how Kevin Pietersen, Yuvraj Singh and others reacted to the dramatic result. read more England's Jamie Smith shakes India captain Shubman Gill's hand after hitting the winning shot to seal a five-wicket victory for his team at Headingley on Tuesday. AP India failed to defend a 370-plus target for the second consecutive time against England in England, suffering a five-wicket defeat in Leeds on Tuesday to concede a 0-1 lead to Ben Stokes' men. Ben Duckett led the way with a superb 149 after his knock of 62 in the first innings at the Headingley Cricket Ground. Besides the southpaw, opening partner Zak Crawley (65) and senior batter Joe Root (53 not out) chipped in with half-centuries as England chased down a challenging 371-run target set by Shubman Gill's men with relative ease. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD England thus began the 2025-27 cycle for the ICC World Test Championship on a winning note. Gill, on the other hand, suffered a defeat on debut as Test captain exactly a month after he was named as Rohit Sharma's successor by the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee. Pietersen, Yuvraj and others react to England's dramatic victory Here's how social media reacted to the result: Now that is a serious chase by England. Wow! 🙌🏼 — Kevin Pietersen🦏 (@KP24) June 24, 2025 Test cricket at its finest - intense, challenging and unforgiving. Five days of a high-quality game and a result that could've gone either way! Our young team showed fight and belief, the kind that wins you games in the long run. Fell short, but far from done! The series is still… — Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) June 24, 2025 Fantastic Test, famous win for England, chasing 371 with aplomb! 471 runs in first innings, 5 centurions in the match yet losing! 6 catches dropped, no wickets for main bowlers Bumrah and Siraj and only one for Jadeja in the last innings. Plenty to worry about — Cricketwallah (@cricketwallah) June 24, 2025 People asking how a lot of positives from 1st Test… Young batters who are India's future stood up - 5 centuries in the Test. India had 1.5 bowlers and dropped 6+ catches… yet match ended on day five last session last 30 minutes. Think that is a huge positive. #EngvInd — Chetan Narula (@chetannarula) June 24, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD This shouldn't be about how, where and when India missed Virat Kohli, R Ashwin and Rohit Sharma. Time to move on. This team dominated England for most of the Test & with the right bowling combination, will continue throwing right punches. #KuldeepMustPlay Over to Birmingham! — Sahil Malhotra (@Sahil_Malhotra1) June 24, 2025 Five wickets won't tell you the story but in the end India went down without a fight on the deciding day #INDvsENG ia — Vikrant Gupta (@vikrantgupta73) June 24, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Reposting:We have witnessed another exciting Test cricket will always remain the purest and greatest form of the game. No greater test of a cricketers resilience,technique,the ability to cope with pressure,fatigue and game changing conditions. A true test of character. — Vincent Barnes (@VincentBarnes60) June 24, 2025 One thing I have really enjoyed about #ENGvIND at Headingley is the way the spectators are applauding the performances of both sets of players. In an era of increasing jingoism & tribalism it's refreshing to see supporters appreciating good play, no matter who it's by. — Brian Murgatroyd (@murgersb) June 23, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Extraordinary win by England…..recalibrating fear in Test matches with teams like India no longer safe despite five centurions and a 1st innings score of 471🏏⚡️💥🌪️ — Derek Pringle (@derekpringle) June 24, 2025 🚨 RECORD BREAKING MADNESS Vice Captain RISHABH PANT has done the UNTHINKABLE - CENTURY in BOTH INNINGS vs ENGLAND! 💯🔥 This is not batting. This is absolute DOMINANCE. This is a NEW ERA. The name is PANT. Remember it. 💥🇮🇳#RishabhPant #INDvsENG — Adorable (@rehnedotum_) June 23, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD It takes a special bowling unit to lose after scoring 5 centuries in a test match. #INDvsENG — Pakchikpak Raja Babu (@HaramiParindey) June 24, 2025 India will have a little over a week to try and put the defeat at Headingley behind and work on their shortcomings ahead of the second Test against England, which gets underway on 2 July at Edgbaston in Birmingham.