Russian President Vladimir Putin has held talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at an annual summit, focusing on diversifying economic ties.

After two high-scoring encounters, the three-match ODI series between India and South Africa is leveled at 1-1, setting up a thrilling winner-takes-all contest in the final match at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on December 6.

As the White House tries to curb Moscow's energy income, Vladimir Putin enjoys a warm welcome in India, and promises an "uninterrupted supply" of Russian fuel.

Quinton de Kock and Temba Bavuma wrestle control of the innings with some good batting to follow up a testing period. De Kock reaches his half-century in 42 deliveries. | Cricket

KL Rahul finally breaks India’s two-year streak of lost tosses, choosing to bowl first in the decisive ODI in Visakhapatnam after assessing dew conditions during training.

India vs South Africa Live Score 3rd ODI: India won the toss for the first time since the 2023 Cricket World Cup semi-final vs New Zealand and chose to bowl first in the series decider. Tilak Varma replaced Washington Sundar for India,

India’s economic growth will accelerate to at least 7% this year as fundamentals remain robust despite global uncertainties, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Saturday.

Temba Bavuma takes charge in the 19th over, hitting a classy reverse sweep for four and picking up a quick single to help South Africa reach the 100-run mark. Quinton de Kock remains steady at the other end with his fifty, and the pair continue to build a solid platform after the early wicket. Score: South Africa 100/1 (19 overs)

The new NSS differs sharply from the 2022 version released during Joe Biden's presidency and places notable emphasis on deepening ties with India, US News, Times Now