Government sources told The Hindu that India is preparing to bring down its trade with Iran further in the current financial year, citing “external economic factors”. Iran aired nearly 100 coerced confessions from protesters, often after torture, claim activistsThey are shown handcuffed, their faces blurred. The confession videos, broadcast on Iranian state media, feature dramatic background music interspersed with clips appearing to show protesters attacking security forces. Iran alleges these confessions, which often include references to Israel or America, are proof of foreign plots behind Iran’s nationwide protests. And the next ODI assignment that will truly shift Indian men’s cricket’s focus towards the 2027 ODI World Cup is nearly five months away.

Source: The Hindu January 14, 2026 01:10 UTC