The International Cricket Council confirmed that stranded players from the South Africa national cricket team and West Indies cricket team have finally left India after Gulf airspace closures during the West Asia conflict disrupted travel following the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
The Kerala government will host an official reception for cricketer Sanju Samson to celebrate his pivotal role in India's ICC Men's T20 World Cup victory.
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner praised India's performance and highlighted the challenges of playing against them, especially in their home country.
Shanker Heisnam, a 19-year-old from Manipur, earned his first ATP ranking point by defeating Stijn Pel of the Netherlands at the Central Excise & CGST ITF M25 Kolkata. He will face top seed Luca Castelnuovo in the next round. Leo Borg, son of Bjorn Borg, also advanced.
Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has expressed excitement ahead of the new season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), saying the tournament always brings energy, passion and unpredictable results.
A Border Security Force (BSF) convoy, including a vehicle carrying a DIG, was attacked in the Garo Hills region of Meghalaya, resulting in injuries and the burning of a vehicle. The incident occurred amidst ongoing unrest and clashes related to local elections, leading to the suspension of internet services and imposition of curfews.
Brijesh Kumar and Jhared Hack emerged as joint leaders after the second day of the Indorama Ventures Open Golf Championship in Ahmedabad, with both golfers displaying strong performances.
BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla said the BCCI cannot intervene as the signing is related to a foreign league and it is up to the franchise to take a call.
The Jnanpith Award conferred upon lyricist Vairamuthu has ignited controversy within the Tamil literary community, with prominent figures like Jeyamohan and Charu Nivedita criticising the decision due to #MeToo allegations and questioning his literary merit.
Former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed advocates for building democratic institutions over military intervention in resolving international conflicts, particularly in the context of the escalating West Asia crisis. He also discusses the impact of the conflict on the Maldives' tourism-dependent economy and calls for a stronger, more understanding India in the Indian Ocean Region.
Shivam Dube: 'I worked really hard, but there is something called support that is given by Surya and Gautam. They have given me a free hand. So I go and hit because they trust me a lot.'
India's T20 World Cup triumph compelled the usually social media shy Mahendra Singh Dhoni to post on Instagram after a nearly two-year hiatus.
US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the Iran conflict and its impact on global energy supplies during a phone call.
India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate highlights the team's challenges against finger spin and the predictability of their left-handed top order as they prepare for the T20 World Cup Super 8s.
If the conflict continues for a prolonged period, State-run oil companies may have to review retail fuel prices accordingly.
Former Pakistani cricket stalwarts, players, and critics have acknowledged and praised India's victory in the T20 World Cup, attributing their success to a strong cricket structure, winning culture, and adaptability to modern T20 cricket.
A newly-married woman disappeared from a bus stop in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, while her husband was buying her snacks. Police have registered a missing person report and are investigating the incident.
India and Pakistan clash in a highly anticipated T20 World Cup match. India needs middle-order stability and a fit Abhishek Sharma, while Pakistan's spin attack poses a threat. The weather forecast predicts a high chance of rain.
Yuki Bhambri and Andre Goransson's impressive run at the Indian Wells Masters came to an end after a semi-final loss to Arthur Rinderknech and Valentin Vacherot.
Irfan Pathan says the IPL 2026 clash between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Wankhede Stadium will be the biggest match of the tournament's opening phase.
Major General Amir Hatami, commander-in-chief of the Iranian Army, condemned the attack on the vessel, one of the country's newest warships, which occurred while it was returning from a military exercise.
Political parties in West Bengal react to the Election Commission's reshuffle of senior administrative and police officials ahead of upcoming elections, with TMC criticising the move and BJP and CPI(M) welcoming it.
'The next phase of India's IPO cycle will be defined by quality, pricing discipline and investor selectivity.'
The Supreme Court of India has permitted the withdrawal of life-sustaining treatment for a 32-year-old man who has been in a coma for over 13 years following a traumatic brain injury.
Former India captain Anil Kumble has criticised Kolkata Knight Riders for releasing key players Shreyas Iyer and Phil Salt after their IPL victory, suggesting it undermines their chances of future success. He also praises Shreyas Iyer's leadership and Cheteshwar Pujara compares SRH's opening pair to Kohli and Gayle.
Kushal Das, former AIFF general secretary, passed away at 66. He played a key role in developing Indian football, including organising the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup.
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.
Young Indian athlete Lokesh Sathyanathan won the gold medal in the men's long jump at the NCAA Indoor Championships, setting a new indoor national record.
'India was not obliged to protect the Iranian ship.' 'Once the Iranian ship left Indian waters, she was on her own.' 'Guilt tripping India is wrong.'
French automotive component maker Valeo on Wednesday said it will invest over Rs 2,150 crore in India and treble its annual sales in the country to around Rs 7,510 crore by 2028.
Indian football team captain Sweety Devi and goalkeeper Panthoi Chanu were hospitalised after sustaining injuries during their match against Chinese Taipei in the AFC Women's Asian Cup. The injuries occurred during a collision in the 83rd minute, leading to their team's defeat and elimination from the tournament.
Sanju Samson expressed heartfelt gratitude after playing a key role in India's successful campaign at the T20 World Cup, saying the moment felt like the realisation of a long-cherished dream.
The Tata Group and TCS have announced a multi-dimensional partnership with OpenAI to build AI infrastructure, offer joint solutions, and train Indian youth, aiming to position India as a global AI hub.
The TVS Ntorq 150 brings stronger performance, modern features and lightweight agility to India's growing performance scooter segment, discovers Rajesh Alva.
A Delhi court has requested clarification from the Ministry of External Affairs regarding the extradition status of a former managing director of Bush Foods Overseas Pvt Ltd and his wife, who are residing in London, in connection with a money laundering case linked to an alleged Rs 750-crore bank loan fraud.
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.
Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches in India rose 10.6% in February, driven by utility vehicles and two-wheelers, but the industry remains cautious due to geopolitical tensions.
Sjoerd Marijne said past achievements won't guarantee selection in the Indian women's hockey team, highlighting the importance of fighting for a spot and focusing on upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
'Aditya Dhar and Yami Gautam will have to move forward with extra caution.'
Gujarat Titans have appointed former India wicketkeeper-batter Vijay Dahiya as their new assistant coach ahead of the upcoming IPL season.
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