Delhi Capitals coach Hemang Badani has lauded Mitchell Starc's influence on younger players, highlighting his work ethic, mentorship, and ability to perform under pressure, as the team fights for an IPL play-off spot.
Sensex gains over 400 points while Nifty trades above 23,800 amid strong IT sector buying.
India's wholesale price inflation surged to 8.30 per cent in April, up from 3.88 per cent in March, primarily driven by a significant increase in the prices of fuel, power, and crude petroleum, according to data from the commerce and industry ministry.
Jashanpreet Singh, the founder of the 'Punjabi Devils' motorcycle gang, has been sentenced to over five years in prison in the US for unlawful dealing of firearms and possession of a machine gun.
The gems and jewellery industry anticipates challenging times following the government's decision to increase gold import duty to 15 per cent, a move that exporters warn could fuel the grey market and heighten smuggling risks.
Air India is upgrading its fleet of Boeing 787-8 aircraft, crucial for its long-haul operations, with retrofitting expected to be completed by early 2028. The airline has already received its first retrofitted plane, featuring a three-class configuration.
The Federation Cup National Senior Athletics Competition in Ranchi will serve as the selection trial for the Asian U23 Athletics Championships. Athletes aged 20-22 are eligible, and the event also serves as a qualifier for the Glasgow Commonwealth Games.
'At the first sign of real trouble, that money will move. There will be a run.'
Jewellery majors Titan Company and Kalyan Jewellers reported robust Q4 FY26 results, with Titan's consolidated revenue surging 81 per cent year-on-year, largely propelled by a sixfold increase in bullion and digital gold sales. Despite strong top-line growth, Titan's gross and operating profit margins faced pressure due to the higher share of lower-margin gold products and increased marketing expenditure.
A controversy has erupted over remarks made by Maharashtra MLA Vijay Wadettiwar regarding the shooting incident at an event attended by former US President Donald Trump. The BJP has demanded a condemnation from Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, alleging that Wadettiwar justified the incident and is hoping for a similar attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
'This is not the end of your preparation. It is an unexpected extension of the race,' say experts.
Customs officials at Delhi airport seized 115 smuggled gold bars weighing 3.5 kg from an American national of Indian origin, who allegedly concealed the contraband in a specially designed belt.
The Supreme Court has reaffirmed that bail is the general rule, even in cases registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), while granting bail to an accused in a narco-terror case.
The Election Commission has ordered an investigation into allegations that foreign nationals fraudulently voted in the Tamil Nadu Assembly election. The probe was initiated after police arrested ten foreign nationals with indelible ink on their fingers at Chennai and Madurai airports.
Balrampur Chini Mills Ltd anticipates annual revenue of approximately Rs 2,000 crore from its new bio-plastic plant in Uttar Pradesh, scheduled for commissioning in the December quarter. The company is investing over Rs 3,000 crore in the Poly Lactic Acid (PLA) plant with a capacity of 80,000 tonnes per annum.
Top seeds Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty overcame a tough challenge to defeat Indonesia's Muh Putra Erwiansyah and Bagas Maulana in their opening men's doubles match at the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament.
Former world blitz and rapid champion Anna Muzychuk discusses the upcoming World Chess Championships, highlighting the importance of psychological momentum and pressure handling for Indian players D Gukesh and R Vaishali.
The Indian U17 men's football team is set to play two friendly matches against Qatar in Doha as part of their preparations for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026.
India's Renuka Singh Thakur is working to rediscover her swing bowling after a challenging tour of South Africa. She is studying old videos and focusing on fitness and skills at a training camp in Bengaluru ahead of the Women's T20 World Cup.
Amid speculation of Hardik Pandya's release from Mumbai Indians following a disappointing IPL 2026, Sanjay Manjrekar has urged MI to replace Hardik with Jasprit Bumrah as captain.
The Sports Authority of India (SAI) is investing nearly Rs 1.95 crore in international exposure and national coaching camps for weightlifters preparing for the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games.
India continued its impressive performance at the ISSF Junior World Cup, with Prachi Gaikwad winning gold in the women's 50m rifle 3-positions, and Vanshika Chaudhary and Sejal Kamble securing gold and silver respectively in the women's 10m air pistol final. Naraen Pranav also added a bronze in the men's 10m air rifle.
Jammu and Kashmir Police chief Nalin Prabhat issued a stern warning to Pakistan-based gangster Shahzad Bhatti for 'pumping narcotics' into India, vowing to dismantle his network.
The Supreme Court has expressed strong displeasure over statements made by politicians regarding the Shiv Sena symbol row case, cautioning them about making irresponsible comments.
The boxing selection camp for the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games will resume with a revised, trial-based system after the Sports Authority of India (SAI) directed the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) to ensure a fair and transparent assessment process.
Amul and Mother Dairy, India's largest dairy product retailers, have increased milk prices by Rs 2 per litre, marking the second such hike in 13 months. This move is expected to intensify inflationary pressures, already fuelled by global conflicts, and will impact household budgets across the country.
A new report suggests that blending 20 per cent dimethyl ether (DME) with LPG could significantly reduce India's LPG imports, leading to substantial savings in foreign exchange.
Deepti Sharma's stellar all-round performance, including a maiden five-wicket haul, led India to a 14-run victory over South Africa in the fourth women's T20I. Despite South Africa already securing the series, Deepti's contributions with both bat and ball proved decisive.
The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) conducted raids at over 40 locations across the state, including Mumbai, targeting individuals connected to Pakistan-based gangster Shahzad Bhatti, who is accused of influencing Indian youth towards anti-national activities through social media.
According to the media reports, the committee will examine the reasons behind the decision not to play the tournament and determine if there were any diplomatic or strategic failures involved.
The family of Harshita Brella, an Indian woman murdered in London, held a prayer meeting and are campaigning for justice in the UK. Her husband, Pankaj Lamba, is charged with her murder and remains on the run.
Indian women's team head coach Amol Muzumdar has expressed concern over Deepti Sharma's recent form, acknowledging her lean patch but backing her to make a comeback.
India's foreign exchange reserves have surged by $3.825 billion to reach $700.946 billion as of April 10, marking a significant milestone for the country's financial stability.
South African pacer Shabnim Ismail reverses her international retirement to join the squad for the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 in the UK, bringing valuable experience to the team.
Mohammed Kaif backs Bhuvneshwar Kumar for an India comeback after a vintage spell for RCB, saying the veteran pacer still has the swing and control to trouble top batsmen.
A fugitive wanted in a major narcotics case was brought back from Azerbaijan by the Special Cell of Delhi Police, who secured his extradition in coordination with the CBI.
India's Jasprit Bumrah remains the top-ranked Test bowler in the latest ICC rankings, while Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill hold spots in the top 10 among batsmen.
A New York Times report on Thursday (local time) has claimed that the US Justice Department is contemplating dropping charges against industrialist and Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani.
PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen progressed to the quarterfinals of the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament with straight-game wins.
The Indian rupee plummeted to a new all-time closing low of 95.81 against the US dollar, driven by surging crude oil prices, persistent inflation concerns, and a strengthening dollar index.
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