Karnataka's Chief Minister-designate D K Shivakumar has criticised the decision to move the IPL final to Ahmedabad, despite congratulating Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on their victory. He claims Bengaluru was unfairly stripped of the opportunity to host the final.
The US-China rapprochement, however tenuous, is not without implications for India. Both China and Pakistan have become closer to the US, notes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.
India will tour New Zealand for a record 12-match series in late 2026, featuring five T20Is, five ODIs and two Tests, with NZC expecting packed stadiums throughout the marquee contest.
US President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran's missile capabilities have been severely degraded, saying Tehran now possesses only a fraction of the arsenal it had before recent hostilities.
A new study reveals that herbal cigarettes, often marketed as a safe alternative to tobacco, produce emissions that are comparably or even more damaging than regular tobacco cigarettes.
The bench said, "Be that as it may, the subject area shall ordinarily remain open for the public, except to the extent any development or maintenance work in particular places is required."
Indian investigators are tracing the supply chain of a US-manufactured GoPro camera found with Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists, revealing a potential external logistics network supporting terror outfits in Jammu and Kashmir.
From Mohanlal's commanding act in Company to Dulquer Salmaan's chilling turn in Chup, these Malayalam stars proved they could shine far beyond Mollywood.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwra suggests commercial viability led to the IPL final being moved from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad. He denies that distributing tickets to MLAs was a factor. The BCCI cited unspecified requirements from local authorities as the reason for the change.
Former IPL chairman Lalit Modi has claimed that several Indian cricket stars initially dismissed T20 cricket as a "stupid game" and were unwilling to play the inaugural 2007 T20 World Cup, highlighting how dramatically perceptions of the format have changed since then.
From Baahubali to Peddi, these blockbuster South Indian films drew criticism for romanticising toxic masculinity and reducing their female leads to objects of desire.
Companies are already diversifying sourcing, raising prices, and reworking operating models as the disruption drags on.
Delhi Police busted an interstate drug-supply network, arresting three persons, including a medical store owner and a medicine supplier, and recovering 17,800 Alprazolam tablets worth around Rs 3 lakh in central Delhi.
'The role was of a father, which was a bit unflattering. I thought I would get typecast with this show.' 'Today, after doing five seasons, I feel extremely lucky that I did it.'
IIT-Guwahati has partnered with Kaashyap Cleantech Innovations to commercialise bio-methanol production technology, which converts greenhouse gases into a versatile liquid fuel, offering environmental and performance benefits.
There has never been a woman Chief Justice of India, although Justice B V Nagarathna is expected to become the first -- in 2027 if the convention of seniority is followed.
Tata Group retail firm Trent, owner of Westside and Zudio, is confident of achieving a ten-fold increase in revenue in the 'not-so-distant future' and plans to take its homegrown brands to international markets, said Chairman Noel N Tata.
The NTA has also confirmed that the upcoming re-examination, scheduled for June 21, 2026, will be conducted entirely free of cost for all previously registered candidates, funded fully through the agency's internal reserves.
East Bengal coach Oscar Bruzon hints at a possible stay after guiding the team to their first national league title in 22 years, pending clarity on the future of the Indian Super League.
Anjali Sivaraman, daughter of playback singer Chitra Iyer, is set to portray the iconic Hungarian-Indian painter Amrita Sher-Gil in Mira Nair's upcoming biopic Amri, following her breakout role in Netflix's Class and a diverse career in modelling and acting.
Biocon is actively seeking in-licensing opportunities to expand its biosimilars portfolio, focusing on products that complement existing therapy areas, as the company shifts to a 'consolidate' phase with a strong emphasis on improving capacity utilisation, expanding margins, and driving return on capital employed.
India bought 1.87 million barrels of Russian oil per day in May so far, meeting approximately 40 per cent of its oil imports.
As many as 35 vessels, including cargo carriers and oil tankers, successfully navigated through the strategic maritime chokepoint of the Strait of Hormuz over the last 24 hours, according to Iran's state media reports citing a formal declaration by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy.
Indian pharmaceutical companies are strategically increasing investments in the US market, focusing on specialty drugs, complex generics, respiratory products, and local manufacturing, despite a nearly 10 per cent fall in exports to the US in FY26 due to pricing pressure and competition in traditional generics.
East Bengal secured the Indian Super League title after a dramatic season, defeating Inter Kashi in the final. AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey has assured a full-fledged format next season despite ongoing uncertainties surrounding the league's structure.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that two more semiconductor chip packaging units, part of the India Semiconductor Mission, are expected to be operational by July and December, respectively. He also highlighted India's focus on becoming a beneficiary of AI technology, expanding data centre infrastructure with significant investments, and developing new subsea cable networks for global connectivity.
The company said Valcambi was the engine driving the group's business, but Valcambi's audited accounts showed revenues that were only a fraction of what the group reported. That raised a major red flag.
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval called for decisive action against terrorism and said there cannot be 'double standards' in the fight against it, while addressing an international security forum in Russia.
Head of the Iranian Parliament's National Security Committee Ebrahim Azizi on Saturday said that Iran has prepared a "professional mechanism" to regulate maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz through a designated route, which will be unveiled soon.
The Enforcement Directorate has attached fresh assets worth more than Rs 11 crore as part of its money laundering investigation into the illegal operation of a Goa nightclub where 25 people were killed in a massive fire in December last year.
A one-day patent workshop was held at CSIR-NIIST to promote intellectual property awareness and equip researchers and startups with essential knowledge in patent filing and innovation.
Punjab Kings co-owner Mohit Burman anticipates a significant increase in the next IPL media rights cycle, potentially reaching 20-30 per cent, driven by recent high-value franchise acquisitions and the league's consistent engagement.
Earlier, most investors counted on traditional options like fixed deposits, gold, or property. But in 2026, you will have access to a much wider range of opportunities across different markets and sectors.
Peddi buries its powerful story about caste identity and social inequality beneath hero worship, regressive romance and exhausting excesses bemoans Sreeju Sudhakaran.
Four people have been apprehended in connection with the murder of a 60-year-old watchman in Outer Delhi's Peeragarhi village. Police say the 'well-planned' murder was carried out following a verbal altercation. The accused removed the number plate of the SUV used in the crime to avoid identification.
The appearance of the signboard has reignited long-standing concerns over alleged encroachment in the Assam-Nagaland border belt.
Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai will be David Dhawan's last film, and reason enough for a David Dhawan Film Festival.
In a development that could reshape West Asia's security landscape, US President Donald Trump announced Friday that he will convene an emergency meeting in the White House Situation Room to make a final decision on a broad, multi-part peace deal with Iran.
With less than a month to go, football fans have all fingers -- and toes -- crossed, notes Kanika Datta.
AU Small Finance Bank has launched its first AI-native loan origination system, built on the Broccoli platform, in partnership with Amazon Web Services. This deployment marks a significant step towards becoming a fully AI-native bank, replacing traditional systems with a hyper-personalised sales and servicing platform.
