England captain Harry Brook criticised the Colombo pitch after a slow, spin-heavy surface helped England level the ODI series against Sri Lanka.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Director of Cricket, Mo Bobat, has urged the team to remain humble and avoid complacency following their IPL victory, while also addressing concerns around player injuries and workload management ahead of the new season.
Sukanya Verma shows you how you can rock the dreamy white shade in all its stylish avatars to survive the scorching heat.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi expressed his interest in aerospace entrepreneurship if he were not involved in politics, highlighting his family's aviation background and his own passion for flying.
IPL 2026 will be more about tracking the performance of those 20-odd players who are going to be in the mix for the 50-overs World Cup.
Francisco Cerundolo defeated Daniil Medvedev at the Miami Open, continuing his strong record at the tournament.
Daniil Medvedev played down his Indian Wells semi-final win over Carlos Alcaraz, saying the Spaniard and Jannik Sinner remain on a different level from the rest of the ATP Tour.
A court in Thane, Maharashtra, sentenced two brothers to life imprisonment for the murder of a fellow labourer following a drunken brawl in 2017. The court relied on circumstantial evidence, medical reports, and forensic findings to convict the accused.
Jack Draper crashes out of Miami Open after loss to Reilly Opelka, while Ethan Quinn stuns Casper Ruud in a breakthrough win.
Allrounder Liam Livingstone said he was left out in the cold after being dropped by England last year and that the current regime does not care about players outside the core group.
Australia all-rounder Glenn Maxwell says he has no immediate retirement plans and hopes to remain "fit and firing" for the 2028 T20 World Cup and Los Angeles Olympics despite recent form concerns.
A new US intelligence report warns that India and Pakistan's relations remain at risk for nuclear conflict, fueled by terrorism and escalating tensions in the region.
Rishabh Pant is set to bat at number three for Lucknow Super Giants in the upcoming IPL season, a strategic move aimed at revitalising his form and securing a spot in India's T20 plans. With a hefty price tag and the pressure to perform, Pant's success in this role is crucial for both his team and his international career.
A teacher convicted of murdering Dr Vandana Das in a Kerala hospital has been sentenced to life imprisonment. The prosecution plans to appeal for the death penalty.
Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag emphasises the importance of allowing young talent Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to develop without undue pressure, while coach Kumar Sangakkara focuses on the team's flexibility and depth for the upcoming IPL season.
Sam Curran says England are aiming for a 'perfect game' against India in their T20 World Cup semifinal clash, highlighting the familiarity between the two teams and the importance of adaptability in diverse conditions.
The Kolkata Knight Riders face significant challenges heading into IPL 2026, including key player injuries and the need to integrate new acquisitions into the squad.
Kolkata Knight Riders suffer a significant setback as pacer Harshit Rana is ruled out of IPL 2026 due to a ligament injury sustained during a warm-up match. The team is now evaluating replacements, with trials underway to find a suitable player before their opening match against Mumbai Indians.
'I am quite impulsive when making a movie. That is the reason I need to stop sometimes, probably pause.'
Jos Buttler, who travels to India this week to join Gujarat Titans ahead of the new Indian Premier League season, which begins on March 28, hopes to return to the England side despite a poor T20 World Cup, backing the team's leadership and targeting the India series.
Arsenal teenager Max Dowman made Premier League history by scoring at 16 years and 73 days in a 2-0 win over Everton, becoming the youngest scorer in the competition.
Hegseth said the military campaign, code-named Operation Epic Fury, against Iran is "laser focused" and "decisive," with objectives set directly by the US administration remaining unchanged since the start of operations.
Defending champion Norris slams 'worst' F1 cars
Sunderland defeated Newcastle United 2-1 with a late goal from Brian Brobbey, while Nottingham Forest secured a 3-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in Premier League action.
Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) is investigating an incident where a group of boys allegedly entered the premises of the girls' hostel and engaged in a brawl. The university has launched an inquiry after a video of the incident circulated on social media.
WTA stars including Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff react to a proposal to introduce best-of-five-set matches for women from the quarter-finals at Grand Slams.
Shaheed Diwas 2026: India observes Martyrs' Day on March 23, marking 95 years since Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev were hanged by the British in 1931. PM Modi leads tributes. History, significance, quotes and how the nation is remembering the martyrs today.
Former England cricketers Alastair Cook and Michael Vaughan share differing opinions on Jasprit Bumrah, with Vaughan comparing the Indian pacer to football icons Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Aryna Sabalenka likes the idea of 'rage rooms' at tournaments where players can vent their frustrations away from the cameras, though the World No. 1 said there would be nothing left to destroy after she uses it.
Sahith Theegala, an Indian-American golfer, shot a 5-under 67 at the Players Championship, highlighted by an impressive eagle. He shares the lead with several other golfers as play was suspended due to darkness.
A major fire at the SCB Medical College and Hospital in Odisha resulted in the deaths of ten patients in the ICU. The Chief Minister has ordered a judicial probe and announced compensation for the victims' families.
Make your Oscar predictions, and see them come true on Hollywood's biggest awards night.
'Why can't we work towards a dignified end of the person when a cure is not possible and the end is inevitable?'
'Torpedoes travel at more than 100 kilometres per hour, about 50-60 knots.' 'It must have been a matter of a few minutes before it detonated under the Iranian ship.' 'The Iranian ship would have probably got three, four minutes and wouldn't have known till they actually heard the whirr of the torpedo.'
We all love a good statement piece; but sometimes celebrities take things a step further with accessories that are downright bizarre (but beautiful).
A Delhi court has convicted a man for the 2022 murder of a sanitary shop owner following a property dispute, while his associate was found guilty of destroying evidence related to the crime.
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner says the T20 World Cup final against India is 'not just another game' as the Black Caps aim to seize key moments and lift the title.
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.
For many outside the technology sector, Shantanu Narayen's impact may not always be visible, but his leadership quietly transformed how millions of people learn, work, create and run businesses across the world.
India's cricketing greats Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny and Mithali Raj were honoured with BCCI's Lifetime Achievement Award, in New Delhi, on Sunday.
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