China raises defence budget by 7.2%, 3 times higher than India

China on Tuesday increased its defence budget by 7.2 per cent to USD 232 billion as it continues with the massive modernisation of its military amid prevailing tensions over Taiwan, the disputed......

'India should not behave like a big brother towards Maldives'

'India should respect Maldivian nationalism and their desire to be not over-dependent on India.' IMAGE: Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi with Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu on the......

China 'firmly opposes external interference' in Maldives

China on Thursday said that it 'firmly opposes external interference' in the internal affairs of the Maldives and supports the island nation in upholding its sovereignty and independence as......

India Rekindles Love Affair With Russia

EAM Jaishankar's mission is aimed at strengthening India's strategic autonomy in a complex international environment, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar. IMAGE: External Affairs Minister Dr......

Kuldeep Yadav's IPL injury raises concerns!

Photograph: Kind courtesy BCCI Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav is nursing a groin niggle and has been advised rest as a precautionary measure by the Delhi Capitals team management in the ongoing......

Facing India at home 'internal motivator' for under fire Smith

Don't judge opener Steve Smith harshly, says Australia coach Andrew McDonald. IMAGE: Steve Smith averages just 28.5 since replacing David Warner at the top of the order. Photograph: Kind Courtesy......

Report Card: Jaiswal 10/10, Ashwin 9/10, Jurel 9/10

It was one of India's finest performances in a Test series in a long time.Rarely has any team has challenged the Indians at home the way Ben Stokes did, especially in the first few games before......

Why Abu Dhabi break, Bengaluru golf trip did England no good

Michael Vaughan wants England management to take inspiration from Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola. IMAGE: England skipper Ben Stokes with coach Brendon McCullum. Accusing the team management of......

Dharamsala pitch an 'absolute belter': Stokes

IMAGE: Ben Stokes bowls during England's nets session in Dharamsala on Wednesday. Photograph: Adnan Abidi/Reuters England captain Ben Stokes called the Dharamsala pitch an 'absolute belter' and......