According to Indeed's Mother's Day 2026 Survey, 83 per cent Indian women said they had chosen not to apply for a job because the role felt difficult to manage alongside caregiving responsibilities.
Sunil Gavaskar has expressed concerns about Mumbai Indians' inconsistent performance in IPL 2026, stating they must win all remaining matches to secure a playoff spot after a heavy defeat to Chennai Super Kings.
Lucknow Super Giants' global director of cricket, Tom Moody, attributes the team's IPL exit to inconsistent batting performances, particularly in the middle order. Jamie Overton of CSK credits his success to simple execution and praises the team environment.
Bowlers calling the shots in a format dominated by big hitters is a rarity, but that script played out at Chepauk on Sunday as Gujarat Titans exploited a bounce-friendly surface to stifle Chennai Super Kings before chasing down the target through a Sai Sudharsan masterclass to win the IPL contest by eight wickets.
AM Shahjahan and Vanni Arasu from IUML and VCK respectively were sworn in as ministers in Tamil Nadu, increasing the number of allies in the TVK government. This marks the first time representatives from both parties have been inducted into the state cabinet, signifying a shift in Tamil Nadu's coalition dynamics.
Chennai Super Kings bowling coach Eric Simons has provided an update on M.S. Dhoni's injury status, confirming he will miss the game against Delhi Capitals but is steadily improving.
Abhishek Bachchan expresses his desire to see MS Dhoni play in the European T20 Premier League, highlighting the league's commitment to quality cricket and nurturing local talent.
Former Indian coach Ravi Shastri believes Sanju Samson is a strong contender for the national side's T20I captaincy, citing his IPL experience and improved consistency.
Petrol and diesel prices in India have been increased for the second time in a week, following a long freeze on revisions. The increase comes as global crude prices surge and state-run oil firms look to recoup losses.
Kartik Sharma recorded his maiden IPL half-century with a measured knock saw Chennai Super Kings overhaul Mumbai Indians to keep their play-off hopes alive.
Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has lauded Sanju Samson's current form, particularly after his match-winning innings for Chennai Super Kings against Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League. Pathan highlighted Samson's game awareness and ability to finish matches under pressure.
Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming attributes Ruturaj Gaikwad's improved decision-making and captaincy to his return to form as a batter. Gaikwad's recent scores have boosted his confidence and positively impacted the team's performance.
Ravichandran Ashwin analyses Priyansh Arya's dip in form for Punjab Kings, attributing it to bowlers figuring him out. He also criticises Arshdeep Singh's bowling strategy in the death overs.
Rishabh Pant loses India Test vice-captaincy and is dropped from the ODI squad for the Afghanistan series, while K L Rahul returns as deputy and young players earn maiden call-ups.
C Joseph Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu at a gala event attended by prominent personalities including Rahul Gandhi. The swearing-in ceremony saw the presence of Vijay's parents and actress Trisha, while former CMs M K Stalin and Edappadi K Palaniswami were absent.
Before assuming office as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Vijay submitted his resignation letter from the post of member of the legislative assembly representing the Tiruchirappalli East constituency.
Mitchell Starc dismissed Riyan Parag, Donovan Ferreira and Ravi Singh in the space of four deliveries before removing Dasun Shanaka to trigger a stunning middle-order collapse and restrict Rajasthan Royals to 193 for 8.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay has launched three key schemes focusing on electricity subsidies, women's safety, and drug eradication, fulfilling his election promises after his party's recent victory.
Kolkata Knight Riders face Mumbai Indians in a crucial IPL match, needing a win to keep their playoff hopes alive. Their fate also depends on other match results.
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay, buoyed by the support from the Left parties, on Friday called on Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar at the Lok Bhavan in Chennai in connection with securing an invite from him to form the government.
New Zealand's white-ball captain, Mitchell Santner, will be sidelined for at least a month due to a grade three ACL shoulder injury sustained during the Indian Premier League.
Kolkata Knight Riders kept their playoff hopes alive by defeating Mumbai Indians by four wickets in a rain-affected IPL match on Wednesday.
C Joseph Vijay, leader of the TVK, was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, with the oath of office administered by Governor Rajendra Vishwanath in a ceremony held at Nehru Stadium. The event was attended by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.
Rajasthan Royals face Lucknow Super Giants in a crucial IPL match, needing an all-round improvement to keep their playoff hopes alive. The Royals must address batting collapses and fielding errors to secure a vital win.
The AMMK has filed a complaint against the TVK, alleging the use of a forged support letter to claim government formation. The Guindy police are conducting a preliminary inquiry into the matter.
Cricket legends Anil Kumble and Harbhajan Singh have praised Sanju Samson's century against Mumbai Indians, highlighting his game awareness and impact on Chennai Super Kings' IPL campaign.
Jasprit Bumrah's participation in the upcoming series against Afghanistan is under consideration as the selection committee assesses his workload.
Supporters of actor Vijay's party, Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), celebrate as the party appears to be nearing a majority in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay attempted to deliver an unscripted oath-taking speech, but was stopped by Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, who insisted on the official oath.
IPL 2026 Week 6 featured Rohit Sharma's explosive return, Urvil Patel's record-equalling fifty, Finn Allen's maiden IPL ton and Rashid Khan's brilliant comeback spell.
South African spinner Keshav Maharaj has been signed by Mumbai Indians as a replacement for New Zealand's Mitchell Santner, who sustained a shoulder injury during a match against Chennai Super Kings.
An analysis of Sai Sudharsan's contrasting innings in the IPL, highlighting his shift from a cautious approach to aggressive batting, and its impact on Gujarat Titans' performance.
Mumbai Indians all-rounder Shardul Thakur provides an update on Hardik Pandya's injury, expecting his return for the match against Kolkata Knight Riders. He also addresses rumours of Pandya being traded
Actor Vijay, president of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. The ceremony included a selfie with Rahul Gandhi and a 360-degree video of the cheering crowd. Vijay's party achieved a historic debut, ending the duopoly of DMK and AIADMK.
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay is unlikely to take oath on Thursday as chief minister as the actor-turned politician firms up support to cross the majority mark in the Tamil Nadu assembly, sources said on Wednesday.
Whether Vijay has the political spine to stitch together a stable government from this patchwork of conditions, demands, and midnight drama is the question Tamil Nadu is living through right now.
AIADMK MLA Leemarose Martin claims that Edappadi K Palaniswami is in talks to support actor Vijay's TVK to form a stable government in Tamil Nadu. TVK, despite a strong debut, needs additional support to secure a majority.
India No. 1 Sumit Nagal exited the Chennai Open ATP Challenger after a three-set defeat to Russia's Petr Bar Biryukov in the second round.
Political circles in Tamil Nadu are rife with speculation about a potential alliance between rivals DMK and AIADMK to prevent the TVK from forming a government. This comes after the Congress party joined forces with TVK, further complicating the political landscape.
AIADMK MLAs have been moved to Puducherry amid TVK's efforts to secure a majority in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, according to an AIADMK spokesperson.
© 2026 Rediff.com - Advertise with us - Disclaimer - Privacy Policy - Sitemap - Feedback - About us - Terms of use - Grievances