Several high-profile football players are facing injuries ahead of the World Cup, raising concerns about their participation in the tournament. Kylian Mbappe, Lamine Yamal, and other stars are among those sidelined, while the packed playing schedule is drawing criticism.
Vijay was appointed CM after he presented letters of support from the VCK and the IUML who have two MLAs each.
The Supreme Court has directed the Madhya Pradesh government to decide on granting sanction to prosecute minister Kunwar Vijay Shah for his remarks targeting Army officer Col Sofiya Qureshi. The court expressed its displeasure over the delay and the nature of Shah's comments.
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.
TMC leaders have raised concerns about the vote counting process in the West Bengal Assembly elections, alleging irregularities and lack of cooperation from the Election Commission.
Who were the mothers who shaped Mahatma Gandhi, Sachin Tendulkar, Narendra Modi and other well-known Indians?
A US-based consortium led by Kal Somani has expressed disappointment and alleged an unfair bidding process after losing the Rajasthan Royals ownership bid to Lakshmi Mittal's group.
Recent controversies at major IT firms like TCS and Infosys have highlighted a persistent gap between workplace conduct policies and their implementation in corporate India. While companies assert zero tolerance for harassment and discrimination, employees and experts point to uneven enforcement and the need to embed ethical behaviour into organisational culture.
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.
India U17 Women's team face Lebanon in a must-win game in the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup, with a chance to qualify for the knockout stage for the first time.
Pukhraj Singh Gill emerged victorious at the ADT Players Championship presented by The R&A, overcoming a tense three-way play-off to secure his first international title.
India's Yuvraj Sandhu finished T43 at the Turkish Airlines Open after a difficult final round, while Mikael Lindberg secured his first DP World Tour title.
'The nepotism, corruption, bad governance and 15 years of rampant crime that has happened across West Bengal under her rule led to her ouster.'
A 42-year-old man has been arrested in Dehradun for allegedly defrauding Congress leaders of crores of rupees by impersonating Rahul Gandhi's personal secretary. He has been sent to judicial custody, and police are seeking further custody for questioning.
The Supreme Court has declined the Centre's request to postpone the hearing on petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the 2023 law, which excludes the CJI from the committee responsible for appointing election commissioners, stating the matter is of utmost importance.
Lando Norris secured a dominant victory in the Miami Grand Prix sprint race, leading a McLaren one-two finish. Charles Leclerc finished third, while Mercedes faced challenges. The main grand prix is scheduled for Sunday.
A prominent cleric, Sheikh-ul-Hadith Maulana Muhammad Idrees, was shot dead in a targeted attack in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The assassination has sparked protests and condemnation from political leaders.
Indian oil marketing companies are incurring significant losses, selling petrol at a Rs 14 per litre loss and diesel at Rs 18 per litre, as elevated global crude oil prices, exacerbated by the West Asia crisis, outpace capped retail fuel rates, according to rating agency Icra.
'They will have to adjust themselves to the new reality. Because if they don't understand this changed political perception, their future will be difficult.'
The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has expressed its disappointment after the BCCI shifted the IPL 2026 final from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad, despite Bengaluru being the defending champions' home ground. The BCCI cited unspecified requirements from local authorities as the reason for the change.
Simranjeet Kaur and Sahil Jadhav emerged as India's standout performers at the Archery World Cup Stage 2 in Shanghai, both advancing to the semifinals in their respective recurve and compound sections.
A Mumbai automobile dealer was arrested after setting fire to a public road to create a social media reel for his 33rd birthday, police said.
Indian compound men's and women's teams, considered strong medal contenders, endured a disappointing outing in Stage 2 of the Archery World Cup, failing to secure a podium finish after crumbling in crunch situations.
TVK's chances of forming a government in Tamil Nadu are uncertain as it seeks support from Left parties and VCK after winning its maiden Assembly election. The Left parties are deliberating, while VCK will announce its decision on Saturday, adding suspense to the political situation.
The INDIA bloc faces a significant challenge as the Congress and DMK part ways, raising questions about the alliance's future and unity.
A prominent cleric, Sheikh-ul-Hadith Maulana Muhammad Idrees, was shot dead in a targeted attack in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The assassination has sparked protests and condemnation from political leaders.
A prominent cleric was shot dead by gunmen belonging to the Islamic State in a targeted attack in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, police said.
The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has announced the ICSE and ISC results for 2026, revealing high pass percentages as girls outperformed boys.
Former Formula One driver Alex Zanardi, who lost both legs in a racing crash and went on to win Paralympic gold medals, has died at the age of 59.
West Bengal Police are investigating the murder of Chandranath Rath, a close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, and have formed multiple teams to trace the assailants.
The delimitation of constituencies, which aimed to reduce the influence of minority candidates, is a significant factor in the NDA's strong performance in the Assam elections, where they secured a record 102 seats. The 2023 delimitation exercise redrew constituencies, reserving some Muslim-majority seats for indigenous communities, which increased the BJP and its allies' seat count.
Athletics bodies of India and Russia are exploring a long-term cooperation in organising training camps, grassroots development works and mutual participation of their players in their respective competitions.
Muthiah Muralidaran, Sunrisers Hyderabad's spin bowling coach, explains why bowlers are struggling in the IPL, citing the changing mindset of batters and the league's focus on entertainment.
The family of Dr Raj Kumar Thapa, a JKAS officer killed in Pakistan shelling in Rajouri, remembers his sacrifice and dedication to duty a year after his death.
According to the recommendations, reviewed by Business Standard, any dress code shall always be akin to Hindu culture.
Inter Milan secured their 21st Serie A title after a season marked by consistency, a strong defence, and a potent strike partnership. Their victory was confirmed with a 2-0 win against Parma, leaving them comfortably ahead of their rivals.
Glimpses of fans and well-wishers saying their last goodbyes to Asha Bhosle.
If Trump doesn't like India, that is his choice. But to use such distasteful language on a public platform is deeply offensive and needs to be called out, points out Amberish K Diwanji.
Police in Kolkata are investigating the murder of Chandranath Rath, a close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari. Multiple special investigation teams have been formed, and CCTV footage is being examined to trace those involved. The probe includes the possibility of contract killers being hired for the crime.
In the Opposition camp, the Congress, which contested 99 seats, won 19 constituencies, while the Badruddin Ajmal-led AIUDF and Akhil Gogoi-led Raijor Dal secured two seats each, and the Trinamool Congress bagged one constituency.
