Political and sports landscape saw major developments on Tuesday. The INDIA bloc named former Supreme Court judge B Sudershan Reddy as its vice-presidential candidate for the 9 September election. In cricket, the BCCI announced India’s 15-member squad for the Asia Cup 2025 in Dubai and Abu Dhabi from September 9-28, with Suryakumar Yadav leading the side and Shubman Gill as vice-captain. Meanwhile, Mumbai witnessed heavy rains that killed eight people, with the CM warning that the next 48 hours would be crucial as rescue teams, the SDRF, and the Army evacuated hundreds from flood-hit areas. On the global stage, Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov ruled out a long-term peace deal with Ukraine without firm security guarantees. Back home, Indian Railways is set to tighten baggage rules for passengers, introducing airline-style checks with weight limits depending on the travel class.B Sudershan Reddy named INDIA bloc’s candidate for vice president election on September 9The former Supreme Court judge was named by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, who described him as one of the ‘distinguished and progressive jurists.’ Leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, took to X to congratulate the INDIA bloc’s VP nominee. BJP on Sunday announced Maharashtra governer CP Radhakrishnan as NDA candidate for the VP elections. Read full storyHeavy rains kill 8 in Mumbai as CM warns next 48 hours crucial for the cityThe administration is actively coordinating evacuations from low-lying areas, monitoring flood-prone zones, and directing rescue teams. Over 290 people have been rescued from villages affected by flooding in Nanded district, with the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and the Army deployed for relief work. Read full storyRussia rules out long-term peace deal with Ukraine without security guaranteesRussian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov said such agreements required “very thorough” preparation, responding a day after the Zelenskyy-Trump meeting in Washington. During the talks, US President Donald Trump assured continued support for Ukraine’s security and hinted at a possible trilateral meeting with Vladimir Putin. Read full storyIndian Railways set to introduce stricter baggage rules for passengers, similar to airlinesLuggage will be weighed at major stations like Prayagraj, Kanpur and Aligarh, with weight limits varying by class—70kg for AC first, 50kg for AC two-tier, 40kg for AC three-tier and sleeper, and 35kg for general. Excess or oversized baggage will attract extra charges or penalties. The move aims to ensure smoother travel on long routes. Read full story
BCCI announces India’s Asia Cup 2025 squad; Suryakumar Yadav named captain, Shubman Gill vice-captain Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shreyas Iyer missed out, while Jasprit Bumrah secured a spot despite workload concerns. Five players, including Prasidh Krishna and Washington Sundar, were named standbys. The Asia Cup, to be held in Dubai and Abu Dhabi from September 9-28, will feature eight teams in T20I format. Read full story