14 year old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was named Player of the Match and Player of the Series after a smashing tournament at the Under-19 World Cup.
Shahyan Razmi defeated Sahil Nayyar in the quarter-final of the CCI Snooker Classic, while Brijesh Damani and Digvijay Kadian also advanced to the semi-finals.
England captain Harry Brook expressed satisfaction after his side qualified for the Super 8 stage of the ongoing T20 World Cup after beating Italy by 24 runs.
Alliances fight wars effectively only when they share an endgame. If Israel acted without US knowledge, then the military alliance is operating without real coordination at the level of strategic targeting. Neither picture is reassuring in a war that is no longer regional in its consequences. Prem Panicker continues his must read daily blog on the Gulf War.
'Despite the large number of missiles and drones we have already launched, we still possess reserves and missile cities whose doors have not yet been opened,' says Iran's Consul-General Saeid Reza Mosayeb Motlagh.
A fan's heartfelt open letter praising 'The Wall' went viral on social media after former India captain Rahul Dravid received the BCCI Lifetime Achievement Award on Sunday.
Vihaan Malhotra's family celebrated in Patiala after the young cricketer helped India defeat England by 100 runs to win the ICC Under-19 World Cup in Harare.
Indian cricketer Shivam Dube shares a touching moment by presenting his T20 World Cup winner's medal to his father, whom he calls his 'real hero'.
How widely is LPG used around the world? In 2022, the average LPG consumption across 190 countries stood at 56.33 thousand barrels per day. At the very top sits China, consuming a massive 2,457.39 thousand barrels per day, making it the world's largest LPG user by a wide margin. At the other end of the spectrum is Burundi, which recorded zero LPG consumption during the same year. The LPG consumption indicator is available for the period 1980 to 2023.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has emphasised the need for India to develop a robust drone manufacturing ecosystem to enhance its defence capabilities, drawing lessons from recent global conflicts.
Ramzan is the most sacred month of the Islamic calendar.
Beyond the boundaries drawn on maps, beyond the noise of rivalry, beyond wins and losses, friendship has found a way to endure, to grow, and to quietly prove that some connections are stronger than borders.
Bennet, bowlers power Zimbabwe to eight-wicket win over Oman
New faces with big dreams. These players are set to step onto the T20 World Cup stage for the first time.
From the USA to UAE, Canada to Italy, Indian-origin cricketers will represent associate nations at the T20 World Cup. Meet the Desis chasing global glory at a home away from home.
India opener Abhishek Sharma's availability for Thursday's match against Namibia is uncertain because of a stomach bug.
This was the first-ever double Super Over in the history of the T20 World Cup.
Shubman Gill and Smriti Mandhana were named the Best International Cricketers at the BCCI Naman Awards 2026, recognising their outstanding performances in the 2024-2025 season.
Jasprit Bumrah reflects on stepping up in pressure moments after his Player-of-the-Match performance helped India beat New Zealand national cricket team to win the ICC Men's T20 World Cup at home.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has released its manifesto for the West Bengal elections, focusing on welfare politics and women's empowerment with pledges to expand existing schemes, improve healthcare, and develop infrastructure.
The Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) Core group has been updated with the inclusion of rising stars like Samrat Rana and Gulveer Singh, while some established athletes have been dropped due to performance issues.
Sri Lanka suffered a big blow as their star all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga was ruled out of the T20 World Cup with a hamstring injury suffered in the opening match against Ireland.
The Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) Core group has been updated, with rising stars like Samrat Rana and Gulveer Singh joining, while underperforming athletes such as H.S. Prannoy and Deepak Punia have been dropped.
Olympic medallist Saina Nehwal has urged the Badminton World Federation to exercise caution regarding proposed scoring changes, maintaining that the current 21-point system preserves the sport's essential intensity and endurance.
Chiraiya could have been a powerful, hard-hitting series but it ends up feeling scattered and emotionally uneven, observes Divya Nair.
Rajasthan Royals have suffered a major setback ahead of IPL 2026, with England all-rounder Sam Curran likely to miss the entire tournament due to a suspected groin injury.
Wipro has launched its AI-Data Centre solution, integrating NVIDIA's AI Enterprise platform, to accelerate enterprise-scale AI adoption and modernise data centre environments.
Citizens and residents across the Gulf region are preparing for Eid amidst regional conflict, impacting festivities and daily life.
Young Indian speedster Harshit Rana is likely to miss the T20 World Cup due to a knee injury sustained in a warm-up game. Skipper Suryakumar Yadav has indicated that Rana's condition "does not look good," casting doubt on his participation in the tournament.
England and West Indies, both former champions, prepare for a critical Group C match in the T20 World Cup after contrasting performances in their opening games. England seeks a more convincing win after a narrow escape against Nepal, while the West Indies aim to continue their strong start.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 14-year-old cricketer, scored a stunning 175 off 80 balls in the U19 World Cup final, including a 55-ball century, leaving cricket fans and experts in awe.
Tilak Varma says he is ready to play a cautious, anchoring role alongside Suryakumar Yadav in the T20 World Cup if the situation demands, and confirms Jasprit Bumrah's fitness for the upcoming match against Namibia.
Joya, a 14-year-old striker, scored a dramatic late goal to secure a 3-2 victory for the India U-17 Women's team against Myanmar in a friendly match, as part of their preparations for the upcoming AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup.
Suryakumar Yadav reflects on his successful stint as T20 captain, joking about achieving an 80% win rate, a feat he couldn't manage in academics. He acknowledges his family's support for his cricketing ambitions despite his lack of interest in studies.
Gautam Gambhir offered prayers at Gurudwara Shri Rakab Ganj Sahib after India's historic ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 win, while responding to criticism from Kirti Azad over the team taking the trophy to a temple.
BCCI president Mithun Manhas and secretary Devajit Saikia praised India's composure and planning after the U-19 team beat England by 100 runs to clinch a record sixth World Cup title in Harare.
Kiran George defeated Loh Kean Yew at the Swiss Open, while other Indian shuttlers experienced mixed fortunes in the tournament.
Junaid Siddique's maiden five-wicket haul helped UAE restrict Canada to 150/7 in their T20 World Cup clash, despite a half-century from Harsh Thaker.
Super Kishan, Bumrah-led bowlers give India thumping 61-run win over Pakistan
Kushal Das played a pivotal role in organising the 2017 FIFA Under-17 World Cup in India.
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