HT Morning Brief Sept 4: ISRO launches EOS-05; CJP protest today; Rohit Sharma gets BCCI boost

Today’s big headlines in 5 minutes: Your quick brief on national and global events, entertainment and sports. Good morning, readers! Catch up on the top headlines you need to know today, from India and world news to sports and entertainment.ISRO launches GSLV-F17 carrying EOS-05; Prakash Raj's show review; Rohit Sharma gets BCCI boost. (ANI/PTI/Amazon Prime)CJP protest todayThe Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) will pay a visit to Parliament Street Police Station in Delhi on Friday to seek action against Swatantra Bhardwaj. The self proclaimed Hindutva ‘influencer’ claimed to have assaulted Sanjay Kumar, father of student protester Nishu, during a protest at Jantar Mantar. Read the story here.Govt reveals when it will seal India-US dealThe government is focused on maximising the utilisation of free trade agreements (FTAs) after securing preferential access to two-thirds of the global market through nine trade deals, Union commerce minister Piyush Goyal said on Thursday, even as India is on course to forge several more FTAs with major economies such as the US, Canada and Chile. Read the full story here.ISRO launches EOS-05A GSLV-F17 rocket carrying Earth observation satellite EOS-05 lifted-off from Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, Indian Space Research Organisation on Friday said.After the conclusion of the 27.5 hour countdown, the 51.7 metre tall rocket, lifted off thunderously emanating bright orange colour fumes on its tail from the second launch pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota at a pre-fixed time of 2.55 am at the spaceport, located about 135 km east of Chennai. Read the full story here.Indian firm linked to botched Ukrainian deal?Estonia’s defence minister Hanno Pevkur resigned from government following a furore over a botched European Union-funded deal to buy artillery shells for Ukraine from a company owned by an Indian entity, which denied allegations of wrongdoing. Read here.Jagamae Sangeetham reviewPalnati Surya Pratap's web series, Jagamae Sangeetham, which hinged on Carnatic music, needed stronger writing and more gravitas for it to work. It stars Prakash Raj. HT's review here.BCCI boost for Rohit SharmaIf there were any doubts left over the future of Rohit Sharma, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia’s remarks in a review meeting yesterday in Mumbai put an end to them.Not long ago, ahead of the third and final ODI at Lord’s in July, it was reported that the series decider was likely to be Rohit’s last, as he had been told by the selection committee that he was no longer in their 2027 World Cup plans. Read the full story here.Deep DiveFollow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.Read More