Unlike films that end with the underdog becoming winner and being sworn in at a public ceremony, Vijay's trial by fire is only about to begin, predicts Saisuresh Sivaswamy.
Irish actress Jessie Buckley's powerful performance in Hamnet earns her an Oscar for Best Actress, marking a significant moment for Irish talent.
Jason Holder turned key moments in a crucial IPL 2026 game against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in GT's favour with his alertness and safe hands in the deep.
Indian cricketer Tilak Varma visited the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple in Ujjain to offer prayers and express gratitude after India's T20 World Cup victory.
Shah Rukh Khan waves to fans at Eden Gardens as rain forces KKR vs PBKS IPL match to be called off, with both teams sharing points.
Amateur golfer Lavanya Gupta wins the fifth leg of the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour at the DLF Golf & Country Club, overcoming tough course conditions to secure a five-shot victory.
Sanju Samson's unbeaten 101 and Akeal Hosein's four wickets powered Chennai Super Kings to a 103-run win over Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026, earning praise from Suresh Raina and Anil Kumble.
In West Bengal's electoral chessboard, governments are rarely made in the hills of North Bengal or the forested region of Jangalmahal. Power is usually decided in the crowded plains of South Bengal, where elections are won less by momentum and more by mathematics.
In conditions where big scores have become the norm, the RCB pace duo reduced Delhi to 8 for six in just four overs, effectively ending the contest within the Powerplay.
Ravichandran Ashwin questions Hardik Pandya's toss call and tactics as Mumbai Indians slump continues in IPL 2026 after defeat to Chennai Super Kings.
Shreyas Iyer ends his Wankhede drought with a fluent fifty as Punjab Kings chase down 195 to beat Mumbai Indians and go top of the table.
'Narendra Modi -- a man with deep and vital experience of Indian politics -- has seen the BJP lose many elections between 1975 and 2015, and with every defeat, he learned lessons that made sure he would never allow his party to be defeated so easily again.'
Syndrela Das won the U-19 singles title after securing the Under-17 singles crown at the Junior and Youth National Table Tennis Championships. Karnataka's Tanishka Kalbhairav and Himanshi Chowdhary won the U-19 doubles title, while West Bengal's Ankolika Chakraborty and Ahona Ray won the U-17 title.
Suryakumar Yadav reveals a team superstition involving a hotel change before the T20 World Cup semi-final against England, which he believes contributed to India's victory. He also addresses the perceived jinx of playing at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal has accused the BJP of conspiring to delete 2.7 million voters from West Bengal's electoral rolls, urging support for the Trinamool Congress to protect citizenship rights.
Barcelona defeated Celta Vigo 1-0 in LaLiga, but the victory was overshadowed by an injury to Lamine Yamal.
Elena Rybakina said she has lost faith in the electronic line-calling system after the Australian Open champion was left fuming over a disputed call during her three-set victory over Zheng Qinwen at the Madrid Open on Sunday.
Yuzvendra Chahal acknowledges the Impact Player rule's challenges for bowlers in the IPL but praises Punjab Kings' batsmen for consistently chasing down high scores.
Trap shooter Zoravar Singh, buoyed by his World Championships bronze, is now focused on qualifying for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, emphasising relentless training and tactical analysis.
Sarfaraz Ahmed highlights the importance of trust and clear communication with players as he takes on the role of Pakistan's Test format head coach, ahead of the series against Bangladesh.
Udayan Mane secured his first AM Green IGPL Trophy with a commanding seven-shot victory over Gaganjeet Bhullar at the AM Green IGPL Invitational South Africa. Mane's strong performance, including a final-round 67, highlighted his return to form after a period without a win.
Ricky Ponting highlights team culture, clear roles and player backing as key to Punjab Kings' unbeaten IPL 2026 run after a dominant win over Mumbai Indians.
Donald Trump has expressed confidence that Tehran will engage in diplomatic talks, warning that the country will 'see problems' should it refuse to cooperate.
Kolkata Knight Riders edged Lucknow Super Giants in a tense Super Over finish in Lucknow on Sunday, surviving a major batting collapse before holding their nerve in the decider to snatch a dramatic win in a clash between two struggling sides.
Lakshya Sen's remarkable comeback and Satwik-Chirag's gritty doubles win propelled India to a 2-0 lead against Chinese Taipei in the Thomas Cup quarterfinals.
Prince Yadav backs LSG bowlers and stresses team unity after defeat to Punjab Kings, highlighting his dot-ball strategy and confidence in yorkers.
Esteban Andrada sent off for punching Jorge Pulido as a mass brawl erupts in Zaragoza vs Huesca clash, with three red cards shown.
The Bhabanipur assembly segment is Banerjee's political bastion, where she is locked in a prestige battle against Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari in what is being seen as a symbolic rematch of Nandigram, where he had defeated her in the 2021 assembly polls.
'Even if they align with the TVK now, I don't think the AIADMK leadership will completely surrender to the dominance of Vijay.'
Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen has urged the South African team management to get Heinrich Klaasen out of international cricket retirement in their bid to lift the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 title on home soil.
Jannik Sinner is only the third player in history to win all six ATP Masters 1000 hard-court titles, joining Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer
The Indian women's hockey team concluded their four-match tour of Argentina with a 2-2 draw, showcasing resilience and determination after a challenging start to the series.
Mizoram's Isak Malsawmtluanga overcame the loss of his parents and a back injury to win a gold medal in weightlifting at the Khelo India Tribal Games, showcasing resilience and determination.
IT firm Tech Mahindra announced a 16 per cent increase in its consolidated net profit to Rs 1,353.8 crore for the January-March quarter of FY26, with revenue from operations rising 12.6 per cent to Rs 15,076.1 crore, driven by an accelerated transition to an AI-led organisation and record deal wins.
A strong contingent of Indian golfers, including Sachin Baisoya, Karandeep Kochhar, and Gaganjeet Bhullar, are set to compete at the Singapore Open, part of the International Series on the Asian Tour.
Indian golfer Aditi Ashok finished tied for 51st at the JM Eagle LA Championship after struggling with a four-over 76 in the final round, marred by an early triple bogey. Hannah Green won the championship after a comeback victory.
Rajat Patidar's aggressive innings helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru reach a total of 201 for 8 against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL match, after a shaky start.
Bihar's women's rugby team showcased their strength with dominant wins in the group stage of the Senior National Rugby Sevens Championship, setting the stage for intense knockout rounds.
A US judge has granted Gautam Adani's request for a hearing to dismiss a US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) fraud case, with Adani's legal team arguing the case lacks jurisdiction and credible evidence.
Al-Ahli come from behind to beat Vissel Kobe 2-1, with Ivan Toney scoring the winner to send them into the Asian Champions League Elite final.
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