India Startup Digest

Three-term MP Chandra Arya has been blocked by the Liberal Party from running in the 2025 Canadian election. The party pointed to 'new information,' but gave no details. Arya, a vocal critic of pro-Khalistan activism, says he's proud of his record. The move opens up his Nepean seat for PM Mark Carney, stirring political debate.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has faced scrutiny after deferring a one-year ban on Towhid Hridoy for arguing with an umpire. A botched two-match suspension and mounting criticism highlight confusion in BCB's disciplinary system, especially as past incidents involving stars like Shakib Al Hasan come into focus.

Ravi Bishnoi struck a major milestone by becoming the youngest Indian to claim 50 T20I wickets, overtaking both Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh. At just 24, Bishnoi’s performance against Bangladesh not only netted him three wickets but also clinched a 3-0 sweep for India, showing his rising value in India's white-ball squad.

Tilak Varma was controversially retired out during MI's IPL 2025 clash against LSG due to a finger injury and strategy. Coach Jayawardene insisted it was tactical, not a judgment on Varma's talent. Varma later silenced critics with a powerful half-century against Delhi Capitals.

The 2025 Royal Enfield Hunter 350 comes with striking new color schemes, an LED headlight, USB-C charging, Tripper Navigation, and a more comfortable ride. Still powered by the OBD2B-compliant 349cc engine, it's designed as a stylish and affordable urban roadster starting at ₹1,76,750.

Ishan Kishan’s unusual walk-off during SRH’s IPL 2025 clash with MI stunned players and fans, as replays revealed no contact with the ball. The umpire signaled out after Kishan’s departure, fueling confusion and debate, with SRH collapsing and Mumbai winning comfortably.

World Champion boxer Saweety Boora has been hospitalized after suffering a panic attack, triggered by a heated marital dispute with husband Deepak Hooda. The fight involves grave charges of dowry harassment, assault, and theft, with both spouses filing complaints and FIRs. Their personal and legal struggles continue to escalate.

Delhi Capitals snatched a nail-biting win from Mumbai Indians in the 2025 WPL, thanks to a stunning last-over partnership between Nikki Prasad and Radha Yadav. After Mumbai’s early dominance, Delhi’s late surge flipped the script and delivered a dramatic finish.

Trump's administration rolled out staggering tariffs, some as high as 3,521%, on solar panels from Southeast Asia, jolting global markets. Indian solar firms like Waaree and Premier Energies are reaping the benefits as investors foresee rising demand. The move shakes up supply chains and could reshape the global solar industry.

Jharkhand is shaking up traditional farming with a series of farmer-scientist collaboration programs. These efforts focus on integrated farming, using technology, and resource conservation to equip small and marginal farmers for a sustainable, profitable future.