Namibia captain Gerhard Erasmus won the toss and elected to bowl first against India in their T20 World Cup 2026 match on Thursday. India have made two changes to their playing XI, with Sanju Samson replacing Abhishek Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah replacing Mohammed Siraj. This is the second time India and Namibia are facing each other in T20 World Cups.

India announce playing XI for T20 World Cup match against Namibia, make 2 changes

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has said India will also get "zero reciprocal tariff" on certain textiles in its trade deal with US, similar to Bangladesh. He made the remark while dismissing Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's claim that Bangladesh benefited more than India while making deal with US. "When...interim agreement is finalised...you'll get to see this in fine print," Goyal added.

India to get 0% tariffs like Bangladesh from US: Piyush Goyal on textiles

The city of Seattle awarded $29 million (around ₹262 crore) in settlement to the family of Indian student Jaahnavi Kandula, who died in 2023 after a speeding police officer, Kevin Dave, hit and killed her. "The city hopes this financial settlement brings some...closure," attorney Erika Evans said. Dave had laughed after the accident and suggested her life had "limited value". 

Indian student's family gets ₹262 cr in settlement after policeman kills her in US

Sri Lanka on Thursday registered the highest total of T20 World Cup 2026 so far. They put up a total of 225/5 against Oman in their Group B match in Kandy. Kusal Mendis, Pavan Rathnayake and captain Dasun Shanaka scored fifties for Sri Lanka, with Kusal top-scoring with 61(45). Shanaka smashed five sixes in the innings.

Sri Lanka record highest total of T20 World Cup 2026

Shivam Mishra, the son of tobacco businessman KK Mishra, was arrested in connection with the Lamborghini crash case in Kanpur, four days after the incident. The high-speed luxury car hit an autorickshaw and a parked motorcycle before it hit pedestrians. Police said several people were injured. Shivam's father had claimed the driver was driving the car. 

Tobacco businessman's son Shivam Mishra arrested in Kanpur's Lamborghini crash case

Kohler Spa at Home is a first-of-its-kind experience, elevating everyday rituals. It is designed for the Spa State of Mind where you steam to open the senses, soak to de-stress the body and shower to restore balance, precision, and control, Kohler said. Every experience, driven by innovation and rooted in design, is crafted to bring harmony everyday.

Redefining how India experiences everyday wellness: Kohler Spa at Home

The first election since Sheikh Hasina's ouster as Bangladeshi PM in 2024 started on Thursday, with Bangladeshis lining up at booths to cast their votes. The two leading parties in the election are the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and Jamaat‑e‑Islami, and opinion polls have reportedly given an edge to BNP. Hasina's Awami League has been banned from participating in polls. 

Voting begins in Bangladesh in 1st election after Sheikh Hasina's ouster

The Ministry of Defence on Thursday signed a ₹2,312-crore contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited for the acquisition of eight Dornier 228 aircraft, along with operational role equipment, for the Indian Coast Guard. The contract was signed in the presence of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh in Delhi. The government also reportedly cleared a proposal to procure 114 Rafale fighter jets.

Govt to acquire 8 Dornier 228 aircraft from HAL for ₹2,312 crore

Former India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar congratulated Italy on registering their first-ever win in T20 World Cup history. "A proud footballing nation making its mark in cricket reminds us how beautifully the game is spreading across the globe," he wrote on X. "Congratulations to Italy for winning the first World Cup game. So much learning for Nepal," Irfan Pathan said.

Proud footballing nation making its mark in cricket: Sachin on Italy's victory

A US Navy warship and a Navy supply vessel collided on Wednesday in the Caribbean, injuring two personnel, multiple reports claimed. The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun and Supply-class fast combat support ship USNS Supply collided during a ship-to-ship refuelling operation at sea. The injured personnel are in stable condition, and a probe into incident has been ordered.