A lesson to be learned from this incident is participation in an event is the real exhibition of power, and winning matches elevates its credibility, observes K R Nayar.
Kushal Das, former AIFF general secretary, passed away at 66. He played a key role in developing Indian football, including organising the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup.
Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad responds to Gautam Gambhir's criticism regarding taking the T20 World Cup trophy to a temple, emphasising respect for all religions and the dignity of athletes.
Abhishek Sharma has proved to be unstoppable with the bat for India in T20 Internationals, hitting 1297 runs in 33 matches at a strike rate of 194.74.
The ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran intensified sharply with attacks on critical energy infrastructure across the Gulf, even as US President Donald Trump said he had cautioned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against targeting Iran's key South Pars Gas Field.
Pakistan's cricket team, led by player-of-the-match Sahibzada Farhan, plans to adopt an aggressive and positive approach in their upcoming high-stakes match against India in the T20 World Cup, aiming for a strong performance and crucial victories.
Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, the United Arab Emirates, and other member nations had urged Pakistan to call off their India match boycott at the T20 World Cup.
Before Dhurandhar: The Revenge releases, let's take a look at Aditya Dhar's remarkable journey from being an assistant director to helming India's most successful film.
The eight players who featured in India's World Cup triumph in 2024 will aim to repeat their magic from two years ago.
Afghanistan spinner Allah Mohammad Ghazanfar urged the international community, including India, to intervene after a Pakistani military airstrike on a drug rehabilitation centre in Kabul on Monday killed nearly 400 people.
Experts and global leaders have called on the United Nations to declare a dedicated 'World Day for the Elimination of Child Marriage', highlighting that a child marriage still occurs every three seconds globally.
Ajinkya Rahane remains captain of the Kolkata Knight Riders despite a disappointing 2025 season. He emphasises a positive mindset and embracing challenges as the team heads into IPL 2026 with a revamped squad.
Former England captain Michael Atherton believes India is the 'pre-eminent' white-ball team and has a strong chance of holding all three ICC limited-overs titles after their T20 World Cup win.
A special NIA court in Mumbai has denied Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case accused Hany Babu permission to visit Kerala, citing previous similar rejections and readily available medical facilities in Mumbai.
Top-seeded Indian men's doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty withdrew from the Swiss Open due to a shoulder injury sustained by Rankireddy.
Openers Tim Seifert and Finn Allen powered New Zealand to an emphatic 10-wicket win against UAE in the T20 World Cup match, in Chennai, on Tuesday.
The 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka could be the last for several senior stars. From Glenn Maxwell to Mohammad Nabi, here are veterans who may be playing their final T20 WC.
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.
'The atmosphere he has created in the team -- he has tried to infuse a culture of playing for the team and not focusing on personal milestones.'
'Just because I am famous and have body of work in one country does not translate into every country in the world.'
Former Pakistan off-spinner Saqlain Mushtaq has sparked controversy ahead of the India -Pakistan T20 World Cup game in Colombo, suggesting the pitch could be manipulated.
If the Iranian regime needs to be punished for promoting quasi-terrorist outfits like Hezbollah and Hamas, then what about Pakistan which has spent decades exporting terror around the world, killing thousands, particularly in Afghanistan and India? asks M R Narayan Swamy.
Former India coach Gary Kirsten backed Gautam Gambhir's call to move away from superstar culture, saying India's depth of talent -- driven by the Indian Premier League -- means the team should focus on winning trophies rather than individual milestones.
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.
Fathali further stated that Tehran has instructed its embassy in India to facilitate the Indian government, ensuring smooth operations amid the ongoing regional conflict.
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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.
Reports are emerging that Ali Larijani, a key Iranian security official, was allegedly targetted in an Israeli airstrike, escalating tensions in the region.
Defending champion Pankaj Advani and Sourav Kothari secured victories in their respective matches at the CCI Snooker Classic tournament, advancing to the round of 16. Aditya Mehta and Hassan Badami also recorded wins, while B.C. Karthik caused an upset against Laxman Rawat.
Isha Ambani chose a custom creation by Swadesh in collaboration with Turkish designer Dilara Findikoglu for the Vanity Fair Oscars After Party.
'Sanju Samson is the right guy to take over, and credit to Dhoni because he's hung around, waiting for the right person to come.'
Indian badminton player Tharun Mannepalli advanced to the second round of the Swiss Open after his opponent Kenta Nishimoto retired due to injury. Malvika Bansod lost her match against Pornpawee Chochuwong.
Gary Kirsten, the former India World Cup-winning coach, has been appointed as the head coach of the Sri Lanka cricket team on a two-year contract, aiming to strengthen the national side for major global events, including the 2027 ODI World Cup.
The BCCI announced the commencement of the third stage of ticket sales for the upcoming T20 World Cup following the two successful ticketing windows, with Phase 1 launched on December 11, 2025, and Phase 2 on January 14, 2026.
Supreet Singh, filmmaker and co-founder of Red Dot Foundation, explains how the 4km long Infinite Saree is a larger campaign against all forms of sexual abuse, including marital rape.
Indian cricketers Tilak Varma and Abhishek Sharma celebrated India's T20 World Cup 2026 victory in unique and playful ways
The World Para Athletics Grand Prix in New Delhi has been significantly affected by the conflict in West Asia and the month of Ramzan, leading to a sharp decline in international participation.
India's World Cup-winning captains Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni, alongside International Cricket Council chairman Jay Shah, walked out at the Narendra Modi Stadium, in Ahmedabad, with the T20 World Cup trophy on Sunday.
India's top-ranked squash player Anahat Singh is focusing on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics as the sport is all set to make its Olympic debut.
Australia pace spearhead Pat Cummins says his injury-forced withdrawal from the T20 World Cup was also driven by a desire to be completely fit for the upcoming Test season.
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