Colonel Sonam Wangchuk, a decorated Kargil War hero known as the 'Lion of Ladakh' and recipient of the Maha Vir Chakra, has passed away. He was celebrated for his gallantry and leadership in securing the Chorbat-La in the Batalik sub-sector during Operation Vijay in 1999.
India's chances of progressing in the Billie Jean King Cup Asia/Oceania Group I tie are jeopardised after a 0-3 loss to Indonesia, with Vaishnavi Adkar's valiant effort ending in defeat and Sahaja Yamalapalli outplayed by Janice Tjen.
Sri Lankan T20I captain Dasun Shanaka has been named as the replacement for injured England all-rounder Sam Curran in the Rajasthan Royals squad for the upcoming IPL 2026 season.
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa faces Anish Giri in a crucial Candidates Tournament round, seeking a vital win to improve his standings. The tournament also features strong performances from Javokhir Sindarov and Anna Muzychuk in the women's event.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed a 15-ball fifty to set up Rajasthan Royals' roaring win over Chennai Super Kings on Monday.
Despite India's electric passenger vehicle market experiencing an 83.6% year-on-year surge in FY26, new foreign entrants VinFast and BYD have significantly outpaced Tesla, which struggles with high import duties, a limited retail footprint, and a lack of local manufacturing commitment.
Sun TV Network has sued Chennai Super Kings in the Madras High Court for allegedly using songs and dialogues from Rajinikanth films Jailer, Jailer 2 and Coolie in IPL promotional content without permission, seeking 1 crore in damages.
Guwahati will host the India vs Australia Test match in February, while traditional venues like Mumbai and Kolkata have not been given any games in the 2026-27 Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
Piyush Chawla and Irfan Pathan say Sanju Samson could transform Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2026 season as the team aims for a record sixth title under captain Ruturaj Gaikwad.
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru's batting star Devdutt Padikkal discusses his growing confidence in white ball formats, attributing it to a willingness to change his batting foundation.
A Delhi court has granted bail to Sukesh Chandrasekhar in an ED case related to the AIADMK's 'two leaves' election symbol, citing his detention exceeding half the maximum sentence under the PMLA.
IMAGES from the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata on Thursday
The Indian Premier League 2026 schedule has sparked debate after Rajasthan Royals opted to play three 'home' matches in Guwahati, prompting criticism from Aakash Chopra and fans questioning the move.
MS Dhoni arrived in Chennai to begin Chennai Super Kings' pre-season camp ahead of IPL 2026, sparking excitement among fans.
A look at the rookies from each of the 10 IPL franchises who are expected to make a name for themselves in the upcoming season.
AIADMK has finalised its seat-sharing arrangement with key NDA alliance members, including the BJP, PMK, and AMMK, for the upcoming elections, as announced by AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami.
The IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings was abandoned due to heavy rain and a wet outfield, resulting in both teams sharing a point each.
Cool guests lit up the front rows at the ongoing fashion event in Mumbai.
Punjab Kings pacer Vijaykumar Vyshak aims to consistently bowl at 150 kmph and develop new variations to remain competitive in the high-pressure environment of the India Premier League.
RCB suffer early IPL 2026 setback as Nuwan Thushara fails Sri Lanka Cricket fitness test, delaying his availability for the tournament opener.
'Bombshell image helped me get out of being my mother's daughter.'
India is set to compete in the Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group I ties, aiming for promotion to the 2026 play-offs. Despite a setback with Shrivalli Bhamidipaty's withdrawal, the team hopes to capitalise on home advantage.
The Indian government has released data on cases registered and pending with the Armed Forces Tribunal (AFT) between 2021 and January 2026, revealing registration and pendency trends.
Party cadres noted that the second iteration was significantly more organised than the Chennai debut, a shift partially attributed to the choice of venue and the ample parking space.
Sri Lanka Cricket confirms Matheesha Pathirana is fit and cleared to join Kolkata Knight Riders for the upcoming IPL season, providing a boost to their pace attack.
Sanju Samson expresses his excitement about joining Chennai Super Kings and learning from MS Dhoni, while also reflecting on India's T20 World Cup victory and his personal journey.
Coach reveals how 15-year-old IPL prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi built his fearless six-hitting game ahead of Rajasthan Royals' IPL 2026 opener.
A significant majority (57%) of India's investment advisors are concentrated in just five metro cities, leading to concerns about financial inclusion and the spread of financial market products beyond urban centres, according to a Business Standard analysis of Sebi data.
Senior all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja said leaving Chennai Super Kings was a 'difficult' decision but he is happy to be back at Rajasthan Royals -- where he won his first IPL title.
A preview of the IPL match between Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans, focusing on key players like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and the challenges both teams face.
A preview of the 2026 IPL season, highlighting the challenges faced by defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the redemption quests of legacy teams, the relevance of veteran players, and the emergence of future stars.
From breakout heroes to forgotten names, revisit IPL stars who dazzled for a season but failed to replicate their magic.
Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra believes MS Dhoni should retire if he's relegated to an 'Impact Player' role for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), suggesting it's time for the veteran to consider hanging up his boots.
The International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) has granted provisional recognition to the Volleyball Federation of India (VFI) while also raising concerns with the IOA regarding visa delays for athletes and pending dues from private partners.
Robin Uthappa says teenage IPL sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi may be riding his luck and faces tougher tests ahead, while Irfan Pathan backs the youngster to continue his stunning run.
Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant credits the addition of Bharat Arun to the coaching staff for strengthening the team's bowling department ahead of IPL 2026.
Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin is set to debut in Major League Cricket after signing with the San Francisco Unicorns, becoming the first India-capped player to join the league.
Kumar Sangakkara explains the decision to appoint Riyan Parag as captain of the Rajasthan Royals, highlighting his maturity and vision for the team.
Rajasthan Royals unveiled their new jersey for the IPL 2026 season at an event in Jaipur on Wednesday, marking the start of a new campaign for the inaugural champions.
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