The second phase of the Systematic Integration of Rolls (SIR) in West Bengal is causing distress among elderly, disabled, and vulnerable voters, leading to political accusations ahead of the assembly polls.
'The most enduring part of Satheesan's personality is he is good at heart. That is the reason why everybody, from the old to small children, get attracted to him.'
Punjab Kings are looking to turn their fortunes around as they host Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala. After recent defeats, Punjab aims to improve their performance in all areas. Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals, struggling with form, are looking ahead to the next season.
Axar Patel criticised the Delhi Capitals' batting and bowling performances after their defeat to Kolkata Knight Riders, which has significantly impacted their IPL 2026 playoff chances. He hinted at potential team changes for the next season.
Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has reached a record Rs 314 lakh crore in transaction value in FY26, representing more than a 4,000-fold increase since inception.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old cricketer, played a remarkable innings, scoring 78 runs off 26 balls to help Rajasthan Royals chase down a target of 201 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Sadhvi Satish Sail, model and entrepreneur, is crowned Femina Miss India World 2026.
After days of intense activity, this phase is about staying sharp and ready for the last critical steps.
India captain Suryakumar Yadav lauded Jasprit Bumrah as a 'national treasure' following their victory against New Zealand in the T20 World Cup in Ahmedabad on Sunday.
'They use the word curry in derogatory terms but I use it with pride. It's something which our grandmothers fed us and our body and brain functions on that.'
Royal Challengers Bengaluru has invested significantly in upgrading crowd management and security at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium following a tragic stampede last year. The enhancements include AI-led CCTV, reworked entry points, and revised agreements with the KSCA.
'I could have accepted the humiliation if I wanted to remain as an MP. But I decided to leave.'
Head coach Ajay Sharma said the Ranji Trophy triumph has helped Jammu and Kashmir to unearth new cricketing heroes.
'Each generation has gone through the hardships and the fruit of labour can't taste sweeter than this.'
'Ek Do Teen gave me recognition, Aye Mere Humsafar brought emotional depth, Taal Se Taal Mila challenged me musically, Agar Tum Saath Ho connected me with the new generation.' 'Each song came into my life at the right time.'
BCCI president Mithun Manhas announced plans to construct new cricket stadiums in Jammu and Kashmir to further develop cricket in the region after their maiden Ranji Trophy title win.
For 27-year-old Aaliya, Valentine's Day is a careful quest. Celebrating her relationship is easy. Hiding it for seven years is not.
Tu Ya Main's Avni 'taught me how to be a complete BADASS.'
The Pakistan hockey team faced a severe accommodation crisis in Canberra after their hotel bookings were cancelled due to the Pakistan Hockey Federation's failure to pay the bill. Players were left stranded and forced to find alternative solutions.
Nepalese cricket fans transformed Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium into a vibrant 'Kathmandu away from home' during their T20 World Cup match against England, creating an electrifying atmosphere that fueled the team's spirited performance.
'He worked very hard in the last two years, he played a lot of domestic cricket, focused on his batting.'
Damien Martyn has been discharged from the hospital and is recovering well at home.
'The only reason I come back is because of the love you (fans) give me'
The Natural History Museum, London, has officially unveiled the 24-image shortlist for the 2026 Nuveen People's Choice Award. This prestigious contest, a key part of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition and supported by lead sponsor Nuveen, invites the public to decide which image will be crowned the winner.
Ganesh Baraiya's journey proves that determination, not height, defines one's dreams.
Film stars arrived at polling booths in Mumbai to cast their votes in the ongoing Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections. The elections are seen as crucial for major cities such as Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Nashik, and Pimpri-Chinchwad.
During the 2018 Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast, Australia, Johnson broke Bahadur Prasad's 23-year-old 1500m national record with a time of 3 minute 37.86 seconds though he finished fifth in the final.
Qualifier Arthur Fery delivered a stunning Australian Open win by beating 20th seed Flavio Cobolli on Sunday.
'Had I been launched as a leading actor, it would probably have worked better.' 'Prabhu Devaa came eight years after me. Maybe if a filmmaker had thought of a film for me like the ones he got, my career would have been a different trajectory.'
The Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir impacted tourism, but recovery efforts are underway with government initiatives and events to promote the region and boost MICE tourism.
It's been well over two decades but missing an Olympic medal after coming reasonably close to it rankles Mohammed Riaz to this date even though some of his regret has eased after seeing the national team claim podium finishes in the mega-event's last two editions.
Recalling the special moment that broke the Internet, Rohit on Friday described it as a culmination of their emotions of 'doing everything together' for years.
Lieutenant Colonel C Dwarakesh is the only completely blind officer to continue in the Indian Army after losing his eyesight while in service. In his remarkable journey after disability, he enhanced his education qualification, scaled the Siachen Glacier and found purpose in sport.
Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump stated, "We have a deal," referring to the trade pact which will be routinely extended. "Every year we'll renegotiate the deal, but I think the deal will go on for a long time, long beyond the year. We'll negotiate at the end of the year," he added.
An eyewitness of the incident said that around 20 people managed to get out of the bus as it caught fire, but others were unable to escape.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a special postage stamp and a commemorative coin featuring Bharat Mata to mark the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).
The Women in Blue did more than just win a trophy -- they proved that hard work, and believing in themselves, can turn failure into success.
The production house Vyjayanthi Movies confirmed the news in a official statement on X.
'Success isn't about a single brilliant idea; it's about the relentless execution, the ability to withstand the storms, and the unwavering belief in your mission, even when no one else sees it,' Madhu Lunawat, founder, The Wealth Company.
'Shah Rukh is such a generous person, such a giver, that I can only wish for life to give him all the love and happiness he deserves.'
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