Rajasthan Royals secured their place in the IPL playoffs after a decisive victory over Mumbai Indians, with skipper Riyan Parag crediting brave on-field decisions and Jofra Archer's all-round performance for the win.
Ace doubles badminton player Satwiksairaj Rankireddy clarified his recent comments regarding the muted public reception after the Indian team won the Thomas Cup bronze medal, emphasising the need to celebrate all sporting achievements.
George Russell secured pole position at the Canadian Grand Prix, narrowly beating teammate Kimi Antonelli in a thrilling qualifying session. Lando Norris will start third, while Max Verstappen expressed frustration with his car's performance.
At least six people, including four minors, drowned in separate incidents across Odisha while bathing after celebrating Holi, police reported.
In a remarkable achievement, a family from Haryana, India, now residing in the UK, celebrates as both the son, Tushar Kumar, and the mother, Parveen Rani, have been elected as mayors in their respective towns. Tushar has become the youngest Indian-origin mayor in the UK.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit India for four days to strengthen bilateral relations, holding talks with Indian leaders and attending the Quad foreign ministers' meeting.
Manchester's Etihad Stadium turned into a tribute to Pep Guardiola -- the man who transformed both the club and English football over his glittering decade as boss.
Bollywood has announced plenty of high-profile sequels with fanfare, only for a few of them to vanish into endless delays, casting chaos and development hell.
Much of the credit for Rajasthan Royals' qualification to the IPL 2026 playoffs goes to Jofra Archer.
Former India basketball captain and Olympian Jennifer Paes, mother of tennis legend Leander Paes, passed away on Sunday after a prolonged battle with cancer. She was 72.
Bollywood mothers multitask their children with their showbiz careers, and emerge even bigger stars! They celebrate Mother's Day with some adorable pictures.
East Bengal FC emerged victorious in the Indian Super League, securing their first-ever title after a 22-year drought, defeating Inter Kashi 2-1 in a thrilling encounter.
'If we had not passed an order against Ranveer Singh, the film industry would have collapsed.'
Barca's capped a dominant La Liga campaign with a 2-0 win over Real Madrid to claim their 29th La Liga crown at the Camp Nou in Barcelona on Sunday.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Kolkata for a four-day diplomatic tour to India, marking the first visit by a US secretary of state to the city in 14 years. His itinerary includes meetings with Indian officials, energy talks, and a Quad Foreign Ministers Meeting.
A 49-year-old man was allegedly assaulted by four individuals during Holi celebrations in Kalyan, Thane district, after he intervened to protect a child near a bonfire.
Former India pacer Irfan Pathan believes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is creating the same fear in bowlers' minds that Chris Gayle did, citing his impressive six-hitting ability in IPL 2026.
The Indian cricket team has fallen to sixth place in the latest World Test Championship (WTC) rankings after Bangladesh's series win against Pakistan.
Virat Kohli, known as 'King Kohli' and 'Chase Master', showcased his exceptional fitness and dedication in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's six-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders, scoring an unbeaten 105 and emphasising the value of every single run.
On Sunday, February 15, 2026, Kashmiri Pandits offered special prayers at the Shankaracharya temple during Mahashivratri celebrations also locally known as Herath at the Shankaracharya mountain overlooking the Dal lake in Srinagar.
'If there is one motto in my family, it is to make people laugh. My father only wants to make people laugh.'
Virat Kohli celebrated his first run against KKR passionately after scoring consecutive ducks in his previous two matches and slammed a magnificent hundred to steer RCB home.
From Aishwarya Rai's magnetic Nandini to Mrunal Thakur's heartbreaking Sita, these Bollywood actresses proved they could do far more than just play glamorous imports in South cinema.
Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan praised Virat Kohli's century against KKR, highlighting his determination to overcome recent setbacks and his proactive approach to the game.
Sunrisers Hyderabad's decision to ditch their all-out attacking approach with the bat and respect the conditions paid rich dividends against Chennai Super Kings.
Taijul Islam's four-wicket haul helped Bangladesh close in on a series sweep against Pakistan on Day 4 of the second and final Test in Sylhet.
After a shaky start, Chennai Super Kings recovered to post a total of 187 against Lucknow Super Giants, thanks to a resilient innings from Kartik Sharma and support from Dewald Brevis and Shivam Dube.
Alia Bhatt turned heads at the Cannes Film Festival 2026, showcasing a versatile fashion sense from a captivating princess-like gown to a custom-draped dhoti skirt adorned with traditional Indian jewellery.
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Dropped Iran striker Sardar Azmoun has posted a heartfelt message on social media proclaiming his love for his country and wishing the World Cup squad well at the tournament without him.
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Sunscreen is non-negotiable in summer, but honestly, the right sunglasses are what truly complete the hot girl survival kit.
Jammu and Kashmir celebrated their first-ever Ranji Trophy title after defeating Karnataka in the final, marking a historic moment for cricket in the Union Territory.
Police are investigating claims of a firing incident outside the residence of Diljit Dosanjh's manager in Karnal, allegedly at the behest of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's aides. The incident has sparked a political row, with AAP accusing BJP of intimidation tactics after Dosanjh declined to join the party.
Kolkata Knight Riders will aim for nothing less than a win when they clash against Delhi Capitals in the season's final league match of IPL 2026.
Supporters of actor Vijay's party, Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), celebrate as the party appears to be nearing a majority in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
A jubilant Mahieka planted a kiss on Hardik Pandya before the couple broke in a dance to celebrate India's historic back-to-back T20 World Cup titles.
Brazilian football star Neymar Jr. shares his emotional response to being included in the FIFA World Cup squad, expressing gratitude for the support he received during his journey.
Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings rode on Urvil Patel's explosive 23-ball 65 to beat Lucknow Super Giants by five wickets in a tense IPL clash and keep their playoff hopes alive in Chennai on Sunday.
Former Jharkhand minister Alamgir Alam was released from jail after the Supreme Court granted him bail in a money laundering case linked to an alleged tender scam. He was arrested in May 2024 after a large sum of cash was seized from premises linked to his aide.
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