The cricketing world hailed India after their dominant 96-run win over New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final, with legends praising the team's power-packed batting and Jasprit Bumrah's brilliance.
India's hopes for a comeback in the FIH Men's Pro League were thwarted by a 2-0 defeat to Spain, marking a continuation of their struggling form. Goals from Ignacio Abajo and Ignacio Cobos secured the victory for Spain, who displayed both clinical finishing and strong defense.
Ravindra Metkar, a farmer from Maharashtra who built a successful poultry business from humble beginnings, has been invited to speak at the University of Oxford's Global Research Conference.
India will face New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad. India aims to retain the title, while New Zealand seeks their first global white-ball crown. The match is set to be a thrilling contest between two strong teams.
A look back at the thrilling encounters between India and New Zealand in ICC tournament knockout stages, highlighting key moments and memorable performances.
Indian men's and women's lacrosse teams, fresh off their gold-winning performance at the Asian Lacrosse Games, have been felicitated by the Sports Minister and urged to focus on qualifying for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Dinesh Karthik and Dipika Pallikal have welcomed a baby girl, Raaha, their third child after twin boys Kabir and Zian.
India's recurve and compound archers showcased their skills at the Asia Cup World Ranking Tournament Stage 1, securing top qualification spots in multiple events despite fielding a relatively inexperienced team.
Yuki Bhambri and Dhakshineswar Suresh prevailed in a marathon doubles rubber, outlasting David Pel and Sander Arends 7-6 (0), 3-6, 7-6 (1) as India edged ahead 2-1 in their Davis Cup Qualifiers Round 1 tie against the Netherlands, in Bengaluru, on Sunday.
'The day that the market realises that they've overspent (on AI) and there's a sudden collapse in the capex, then India can start outperforming again.'
Hyderabad police have dismantled a multi-crore illegal money circulation racket allegedly promoted by QNet, arresting 32 individuals across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka.
India's struggles in the Rourkela leg of the FIH Pro League continued with a 2-4 defeat against Belgium, marking their third consecutive loss at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium. Belgium dominated early, but India showed resilience in the second half.
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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.
"There is an India that is embracing global luxury symbols and another which, as it evolves, is comfortable owning its 'Indian-ness'. We're deeply rooted in India, yet global," say Nicobar Design founders Simran Lal and Raul Rai.
Analysts predict that developments in West Asia and their impact on crude oil prices will heavily influence investor sentiment in the upcoming week. Global market trends, foreign investor activity, and rupee-dollar movement will also play a role.
Chennai Super Kings have inducted Suresh Raina and Matthew Hayden into their Hall of Fame, celebrating their contributions to the franchise's success.
India's U-19 boxing team secured one gold, three silver, and one bronze medal at the World Boxing Futures Cup in Bangkok.
Analysts predict continued volatility in Indian equity markets due to domestic macroeconomic data, F&O expiry, global developments including US tariff policies, and geopolitical tensions.
Australian Philip Sekulic defeated India's Karan Singh in straight sets to win the men's singles title in the Central Excise & CGST - ITF M25 Kolkata.
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) infused Rs 22,615 crore into Indian equities in February, marking the highest monthly inflow in 17 months, driven by factors such as the interim India-US trade deal, correction in domestic market valuations, and strong corporate earnings.
Dhakshineswar Suresh wins fifth rubber against Guy De Oden to lead India to 3-2 win over higher-ranked Netherlands in Davis Cup Qualifiers.
Akshay Bhatia, a three-time PGA Tour winner, is set to make his debut at the Hero Indian Open, fulfilling a long-held ambition to play in his parents' home country. The tournament features a strong field, including defending champion Eugenio Chacarra and Ryder Cup hero Francesco Molinari.
Popularly known as 'Little India', Dimona has a large Indian-Jewish population, and the community members, mostly from the state of Maharashtra, maintain strong links with India and have consistently put efforts to solidify them.
India's Tharun Mannepalli fought valiantly but lost to Indonesia's Anthony Sinisuka Ginting in the quarterfinal of the Swiss Open Super 300 badminton tournament, ending India's campaign at the event.
It is time for India to step up and get Russia, China and Europe to agree to a joint appeal to all combatants. Time is of essence, tomorrow may be too late, asserts Colonel Anil A Athale, former head of the history division, ministry of defence.
Indian shuttler Tanvi Sharma lost to Nozomi Okuhara in the women's singles semifinals of the Orleans Masters Super 300 tournament.
Two of the three strikes are related to the gig economy, a centrepiece of the new labour Codes.
India slumped to a crushing 0-8 defeat against Argentina in the FIH Men's Pro League in Rourkela, with Tomas Domene scoring four goals at the Birsa Munda Stadium.
Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has questioned the high price tag of English all-rounder Liam Livingstone in the Indian Premier League (IPL), citing his inconsistent performance over the past few years. Chopra also highlighted the opportunities for Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan to shine in the upcoming IPL season.
Sanju Samson's wife, Charulatha Remesh, couldn't hide her pride after the India star's heroic performance in the T20 World Cup 2026 final.
Abhishek Sharma overcame a nightmare start to smash a match-defining fifty in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final, earning praise from former Australia wicketkeeper Brad Haddin after India's title triumph.
Former India cricketer Abhishek Nayar has raised concerns about the performance of India's opening batsmen, Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma, in the T20 World Cup, particularly their struggles against off-spin. Their difficulties could impact India's chances as they navigate the Super Eight stage and face upcoming challenges.
'The next phase of India's IPO cycle will be defined by quality, pricing discipline and investor selectivity.'
Indian shuttlers Tanvi Sharma and Isharani Baruah were defeated in the women's singles semifinals of the Orleans Masters Super 300 badminton tournament.
The BSE Sensex and the Nifty 50 declined around 4.5 per cent each since the start of the West Asia conflict.
Smriti Mandhana was a major attraction in The Hundred's women's player draft, with Richa Ghosh securing a significant deal and Deepti Sharma also finding a place in the league.
The Indian men's hockey team, led by new captain Hardik Singh, is looking to rebound from recent losses as they begin the FIH Pro League's overseas leg against Spain in Hobart. The team aims to use these matches to refine their strategy and build momentum for upcoming major tournaments.
South Africa showcased their T20 World Cup title aspirations with a commanding 76-run victory over India in their Super Eight clash, fuelled by David Miller's explosive batting and a dominant bowling performance.
The Indian men's hockey team lost to Australia in a penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw in their FIH Pro League match. Despite an improved performance, India couldn't secure the win, with Australia emerging victorious 5-4 in the shootout.
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