The BJP has accused the Congress-led Karnataka government of supporting Umar Khalid by allowing an event linked to him in Bengaluru, despite objections. The BJP highlighted Khalid's legal status, noting he has not been granted relief by courts in cases related to the Delhi riots and faces charges under the UAPA.
Suryakumar Yadav was seen practicing in the nets ahead of Mumbai Indians' IPL match against Sunrisers Hyderabad, while Rohit Sharma's availability remains uncertain due to a hamstring injury.
Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran, stating that the US will take a tougher stance if a diplomatic resolution regarding its nuclear programme is not reached soon.
India is set to host the World Para Athletics Grand Prix, featuring athletes from eight nations competing in various track and field events. The event provides a crucial platform for both established and emerging para-athletes.
Border, who led Australian men to their first-ever World Cup title in 1987, said he has rarely seen a player so young hit the ball with such power, calling the 15-year-old "a great talent" with the ability to score all around the ground.
Turkey's 14-year-old Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus is set to surpass the 2,700 rating mark, a level unofficially known as 'super grandmaster', after defeating former world champion Veselin Topalov with four wins and two draws at an event in Monaco.
Mirabai Chanu will miss the Asian Championships due to a shoulder injury sustained during the National Championships. Komal Kohar is expected to replace her in the Indian team.
Mumbai Indians coach Mahela Jayawardene has dismissed burnout concerns for key Indian players, emphasising the team's focus on regaining rhythm and confidence after a heavy defeat to Chennai Super Kings in the IPL.
India has been designated as a country with an 'extremely high' risk of doping by World Athletics, leading to more stringent anti-doping measures for Indian athletes.
As Nicole Kidman delivers yet another impressive performance in the OTT series Scarpetta, we explore some of her other compelling movies and shows.
Dale Steyn analyses Delhi Capitals' batting collapse in the IPL, suggesting modern batters are not adequately prepared for hard lengths, a weakness exploited by bowlers like Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar.
Met Gala 2026 is almost here and if there's one thing we know, it's that Indian celebs don't just attend, they make fashion history.
The Pakistan Hockey Federation has appointed Australian Colin Batch as the new head coach of the national side ahead of this year's FIH men's World Cup.
The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) pledges to collaborate with NADA and the Sports Ministry to address doping concerns after the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) categorised India as a high-risk country for doping violations.
Narendra Modi hits out at Trinamool Congress over chaos during Lionel Messi's Kolkata visit, promises boost to Bengal sports ecosystem.
American tennis player Learner Tien discusses the importance of financial awareness and planning for life after tennis, highlighting a growing trend among athletes to broaden their horizons beyond their primary careers.
The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has addressed Vinesh Phogat's concerns regarding her delayed entry into an upcoming ranking tournament, stating that her registration was processed and there was no attempt to block her participation.
What The Devil Wears Prada 2 does really well is the chemistry between its characters, steered by a very likable cast, observes Mayur Sanap.
Indian wrestler Sujeet Kalkal, dominant in the 65kg category, attributes his success to consistency and self-belief, aiming for gold at the upcoming Asian Games and World Championships.
'In India's case, an extended earnings slowdown accompanied by rich valuations have dimmed returns since late 2024.'
April Fools' Day has amused pranksters for centuries, though no one can quite pin down where it truly began.
WADA president Witold Banka, who was in India last week, called the easy availability of performance-enhancing drugs in the country a "serious problem", and met senior officials of India's federal police seeking help to disrupt supply chains.
Siddharth Semwal's impressive second round puts him in the lead at the DP World PGTI NexGen 2024 tournament in Gurugram, as the PGTI aims to expand golf's reach in India.
Gujarat Titans, aiming for consistency, face a tough challenge against the in-form Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their upcoming Indian Premier League match.
If there's one person who truly embodies 'I'm the perfect mix of Saturday night and the rest of your life,' it's Medha Shankr.
Carlos Alcaraz is awaiting the results of tests on his injured wrist before deciding whether he can defend his French Open title next month.
Sanju Samson praises his opening partner Abhishek Sharma, highlighting their explosive partnership and the Kerala-Punjabi friendship that underpins their success after India's T20 World Cup victory.
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd has announced its acquisition of US-based Organon & Co in an all-cash deal valued at an enterprise valuation of USD 11.75 billion, aiming to become a top 25 global pharmaceutical company.
Payal Kapadia, celebrated for her Grand Prix win at Cannes, has been appointed jury president for the 65th Cannes Critics Week.
Suryakumar Yadav believes India's T20 talent pool is so deep that it could field multiple international-quality teams, crediting the IPL and domestic structure for this dominance.
Delhi Capitals batter Tristan Stubbs remains confident in the team's batting lineup despite recent losses, attributing perceived struggles to chasing high targets and expressing optimism about upcoming matches.
Abhishek Sharma has turned IPL 2026 into a statement season, bouncing back from a tough T20 World Cup to smash an unbeaten 135 against Delhi Capitals in Hyderabad.
US defence officials confirmed that an F-35 did perform an emergency landing after an Iranian surface-to-air missile (SAM) barrage, with the pilot safe and an investigation underway.
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.
'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.'
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.
The Indian government has refuted claims of an impending Rs 25-28 per litre hike in petrol and diesel prices post-assembly elections, stating no such proposal is under consideration by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.
Five Indian boxers have secured podium finishes at the World Boxing Futures Cup in Bangkok, with Gunjan, Joyshree Devi, Ambekar Meetei, Chandrika Pujari, and Radhamani Longjam all advancing to the semi-finals.
The government has dismissed speculation of an imminent increase in petrol and diesel prices, assuring citizens that there are no plans for a hike despite rising crude oil costs.
'Infertility and reproductive health challenges, much like other chronic conditions, are rising globally.'
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