Virat Kohli credits the influence of young players for his T20 reinvention and fastest IPL fifty, leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their second successive trophy. He highlights the team's depth and shared responsibility in securing the IPL title.
How Andy Flower, Mo Bobat, Rajat Patidar and Virat Kohli transformed Royal Challengers Bengaluru from IPL underachievers into back-to-back champions and potential dynasty builders.
Marta Kostyuk defeated Elina Svitolina in an emotional all-Ukrainian match at the French Open, dedicating her victory to the Ukrainian people.
Iga Swiatek, Mirra Andreeva, and Marta Kostyuk have all advanced to the fourth round of the French Open after winning their respective matches.
Iran's football federation has requested FIFA to clarify the timeline for issuing tournament visas after relocating their World Cup training camp from Arizona to Tijuana due to diplomatic friction and visa complications.
Young Indian shuttler Ayush Shetty secured a dramatic comeback victory to reach the pre-quarterfinals of the Indonesia Open, a Super 1000 tournament. However, star men's doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty were forced to retire due to injury, while HS Prannoy exited in the first round. Rohan Kapoor and Ruthvika Gadde advanced in mixed doubles.
World number one Aryna Sabalenka brushed aside Spain's Jessica Bouzas Maneiro in straight sets in the opening round match.
Ben Stokes defended England's decision to rest Jofra Archer for the opening Test against New Zealand at Lord's after the fast bowler's Indian Premier League stint, with the captain warning that mishandling such situations could drive players away from international cricket.
A controversial catch decision in the IPL final saw Virat Kohli survive, sparking debate and ultimately contributing to RCB's five wicket victory.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday said the United States would prefer to end its extension of waivers on Russian oil "as soon as possible", while noting that such decisions ultimately rest with the US Treasury Department.
The 34-year-old Neymar faces two to three more weeks on the sidelines.
Naomi Osaka battled through a tough three-set match against 18-year-old Iva Jovic to reach the French Open fourth round, setting up a high-profile clash with world number one Aryna Sabalenka.
A suspect was shot after opening fire on a US Secret Service checkpoint near the White House. The suspect, identified as Nasire Best, later died in hospital. One bystander was injured during the incident.
A review of the IPL 2026 season, highlighting the successes of Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans, while noting the disappointing performances of Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants, setting the stage for significant changes.
Rajasthan Royals teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was showered with praise by modern day cricket big hitters after his stunning 97 off 29 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026 Eliminator.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has urged Pakistan to use its diplomatic influence to help de-escalate the current regional situation and support efforts to maintain the ceasefire.
World number one Jannik Sinner started his campaign for a maiden French Open title in merciless fashion, beating Frenchman Clement Tabur 6-1, 6-3, 6-4 to reach the second round on Tuesday.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade, driven by strong buying in blue-chip stocks and positive cues from Asian markets, following a significant selloff in the previous session.
'Wipro's challenge is not lack of ideas. In fact, some of its recent structural moves are arguably bolder than peers.' 'The problem is proving it can operationalise these bets faster and more consistently.'
Novak Djokovic's latest bid to claim a record 25th Grand Slam title was left in tatters after his 4-6, 4-6, 6-3, 7-5, 7-5 third-round defeat by Brazilian teen sensation Joao Fonseca at the French Open on Friday.
Jannik Sinner's bid for a maiden French Open title and career Grand Slam went up in smoke as he experienced physical issues in his second-round match against Juan Manuel Cerundolo and fell to a 3-6, 2-6, 7-5, 6-1, 6-1 defeat on a scorching Thursday.
Ferrari have secured Charles Leclerc's future with a long-term contract extension ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix, reaffirming their commitment to the Monegasque star as he continues his title challenge in Formula One.
National Games silver medallist K M Deeksha has failed a dope test, according to sources. India maintains top spot in AIU list of currently ineligible athletes.
The US-China rapprochement, however tenuous, is not without implications for India. Both China and Pakistan have become closer to the US, notes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.
Former Reliance Communications Group managing director Amitabh Jhunjhunwala has been lodged in Mumbai's Arthur Road Jail after being arrested by the CBI in connection with a multi-crore bank loan fraud case.
The challenge for manager Thomas Tuchel has a tough task in a tricky group with Croatia, Ghana and Panama, while ensuring reliance on Harry Kane does not become over-dependence by encouraging tactical flexibility.
Virat Kohli says Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL 2026 title win was powered by a complete team effort, praising the squad's depth, bowling strength and belief after RCB defeated Gujarat Titans to secure their second IPL crown.
Large crowds gathered in Southampton on Tuesday evening as officers from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary stood in riot gear near the home of Vickrum Digwa, who was sentenced to life imprisonment for stabbing 18-year-old Henry Nowak to death.
Aryna Sabalenka said she fell into a "deep, dark hole" during her three-sets loss to Russian Diana Shnaider in the French Open quarterfinals on Wednesday, after the world number one let her opportunities slip in the second set.
Japanese player Naomi Osaka raised the fashion stakes in Paris on the third day of the Grand Slam when she walked onto Court Suzanne Lenglen in a black Kevin Germanier skirt, before unveiling her layered yellow-brown and gold Nike match dress.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia of Paris St Germain has been named the Champions League Player of the Season by UEFA after leading his team to victory. PSG defeated Arsenal in the final, with Kvaratskhelia playing a key role.
The Enhanced Games, a controversial competition that permits performance-enhancing substances, has announced a $10 million bonus for any athlete who breaks Usain Bolt's 100-metre world record at their 2027 event.
Record-breaking crowds and unforgettable finals have made sure the Narendra Modi stadium has become one of the grandest stages in Indian Premier League history.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed lower, primarily due to a sharp sell-off in IT stocks, a fresh surge in crude oil prices, and sustained outflows from foreign institutional investors. The Sensex dropped over 300 points, while the Nifty declined by 77.95 points.
Crystal Palace claimed their first European trophy as Jean-Philippe Mateta's second-half goal secured a 1-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano in the final of the Conference League
Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu progressed to the second round of the Indonesia Open, while Kidambi Srikanth and Lakshya Sen suffered opening-round exits.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru defended their IPL crown in style, beating Gujarat Titans by 5 wickets to win back-to-back titles in Ahmedabad on Sunday.
India's PV Sindhu advanced to the Indonesia Open pre-quarterfinals with a 25-23, 21-16 win over Thailand's Busanan Ongbamrungphan on Tuesday.
Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill attributed their IPL final loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru to early wickets that prevented them from gaining momentum.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced that it processed 99.9 per cent of applications within the prescribed timeline under its Citizen's Charter in May 2026. The central bank handled 18,763 applications, showcasing efficient processing across various functions.
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