India are looking to create history, as they aim to become the first team to successfully defend the T20 World Cup, while England will be aiming to reclaim the title they last won four years ago.
Amid escalating tensions in West Asia, the Indian government has established a control room to provide crucial support and assistance to the nearly one crore Indian citizens residing in the region.
India face a tough spin challenge from England in the T20 World Cup semi-final at Wankhede Stadium, as both teams aim for a perfect game in the high-pressure knockout.
Qatar, India's largest supplier of imported natural gas, has declared force majeure on deliveries following a halt in production in the wake of an Iranian drone strike -- a disruption that has led to a cut in supplies to Indian industry by up to 40 per cent, sources said.
Australia all-rounder Glenn Maxwell says he has no immediate retirement plans and hopes to remain "fit and firing" for the 2028 T20 World Cup and Los Angeles Olympics despite recent form concerns.
Police in Thane have arrested a dentist from Nashik for allegedly facilitating illegal surrogate mother contracts and egg smuggling at an IVF facility. The arrest is part of an ongoing investigation into an inter-state racket involving the exploitation of women for egg donation.
Dubai's core promise -- that it is an oasis untouched by regional storms -- has been tested in full public view. The coming months will show whether investors view the attacks as a short-lived disruption or a deeper signal of lasting risk, points out Asif Ullah Khan.
India has lost its $5 trillion market capitalisation (mcap) tag following Monday's sharp selloff in equities and a simultaneous slide in the rupee.
Former India captain Dilip Vengsarkar urges sharp fielding and disciplined bowling from the Men in Blue ahead of their T20 World Cup semi-final against England at Mumbai's batting-friendly Wankhede Stadium.
Will Nitish Kumar file his nomination for the Rajya Sabha on Thursday morning?
The US Embassy acknowledged the attack in a post on X, urging Americans to avoid the facility 'until further notice' and announcing that all appointments had been cancelled.
India has relocated the majority of its students from Tehran due to the escalating conflict in West Asia. The Indian embassy has arranged for their transportation, food, and accommodation outside of Tehran. An advisory remains in place for other Indian nationals in Iran to stay indoors and exercise caution.
A retired Navy officer has been arrested in Kerala after excise officials seized ganja and cannabis plants from his residence.
The All India Football Federation has fined Mohun Bagan Super Giants and ordered their next Indian Super League (ISL) match to be played in an empty stadium due to alleged spectator misconduct.
The Bombay high court has ruled that WhatsApp chats alone are insufficient evidence to grant a divorce on grounds of cruelty, emphasising the need for a fair hearing and opportunity to rebut allegations.
A retired Navy officer has been arrested in Kerala after excise officials seized ganja and cannabis plants from his residence.
India is well-stocked with inventories of crude oil and key petroleum products, including petrol, diesel, and aviation turbine fuel (ATF), to deal with short-term disruptions as the war intensifies in West Asia, Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri said on Tuesday.
'Even if Reddy fails, the management should persist with him, and India will eventually get a good all-rounder.'
Having finished as the second-highest run-getter in 2025 among top nations, Abhishek was touted to dominate the tournament but the law of averages seemed to be catching up with the World No. 1 T20 batter when he returned to the dugout with three ducks in as many matches.
By appearing to privilege ideological affinity over strategic balance, India risks eroding the trust painstakingly built across West Asia. Once the perception takes hold that India's friendship is conditional and transactional, rebuilding credibility will be difficult, warns Amberish K Diwanji.
A Mumbai court has denied bail to Purushottam Chavan, husband of IPS officer Rashmi Karandikar, in a Rs 24 crore cheating case, citing substantial evidence of his involvement in the crime.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with leaders from Oman, Kuwait, and Qatar, expressing concern over attacks in West Asia and discussing the safety of the Indian community.
Amid rising tensions, Israel's Defence Minister has issued a stark warning that any leader succeeding Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei will be considered a target, as reports suggest his son Mojtaba may be next in line.
England captain Harry Brook expresses confidence in his team's ability to defeat India in the T20 World Cup semifinal, highlighting their resilience and the potential of their top-order batters.
A 23-year-old man from Uttarakhand drowned in Ravanwadi lake in Bhandara district after a boating accident.
WTA stars including Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff react to a proposal to introduce best-of-five-set matches for women from the quarter-finals at Grand Slams.
The BJP has announced its candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections across multiple states, including Bihar, West Bengal, Assam, Odisha, and Haryana.
Bugonia's ending, though not unexpected, is still shocking, reveals Deepa Gahlot.
Yash's Toxic: A Fairy Tale For Grown-Ups has been postponed to June 4, due to the escalating Middle East conflict.
India, bidding to become the first team to successfully defend the Twenty20 World Cup title, face an England side building momentum in their semifinal at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on Thursday.
Aleem Dar, a senior member of the Pakistan Cricket Board's selection committee, has resigned following the national team's disappointing performance in the T20 World Cup, citing disagreements over team selection and the head coach's influence.
World champion D Gukesh will face compatriot Aravindh Chithambaram in the sixth round of the Prague International Chess Festival as he seeks his first victory in the tournament.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a 15-member squad, including six uncapped players, for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Bangladesh.
Real Madrid forward Rodrygo will miss the rest of the season and the World Cup after tearing his ACL and outer meniscus in a LaLiga defeat against Getafe, the club confirmed.
A hotel owner was shot dead and three others critically wounded in a shooting at a hotel in Rajasthan's Churu district. Police suspect a rivalry between groups involved in the liquor trade as a possible motive. Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has condemned the incident, citing a deterioration of law and order in the state.
Suryakumar Yadav's childhood coach Ashok Aswalkar and BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla express confidence in India defeating England in the T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final at Wankhede.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's son, Nishant Kumar, is set to enter politics, with a formal announcement expected from the JD(U). Party leaders express enthusiasm and anticipate a significant role for Nishant within the party.
A police constable in Mau, Uttar Pradesh, was injured when a car allegedly rammed his motorcycle and dragged it for approximately 5 km while attempting to flee. Police have seized the vehicle and are searching for the driver.
Amidst the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict, the Maharashtra government is arranging evacuation flights to bring home 164 citizens stranded in the UAE due to airspace closures, offering a crucial lifeline and support.
The Congress-led UDF in Kerala has criticised the ruling LDF over the Sabarimala gold loss cases, the issue of women's entry to the shrine, and the state's health sector, where government doctors and private nurses are striking over wages.
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