Dropping a bombshell, Sachin Tendulkar has disclosed that the then India coach Greg Chappell had made a "shocking" suggestion to him to take over India's captaincy from Rahul Dravid months before the 2007 World Cup in West Indies.
The cricketing stars blessed Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal on their wedding.
Around a dozen people sitting on Sachin's table will have the pleasure of mingling with him for half an hour over cocktails and drinks, the organiser said adding that it would be only for a dozen people and has been priced for 3000 Australian Dollars.
Sachin Tendulkar revealed that a few Indian players were not feeling comfortable under former coach Greg Chappell after the first couple of tours and he was the one who had persuaded his colleagues to be patient with the Australian and give him more time to get settled.
Sachin Tendulkar, Vinod Kambli and Mahesh Bhupathi were among those who exercised their franchise and urged citizens to fulfill their duty.
'Today, more than 60 per cent of all cancers are cured... India needs to come forward with a national cancer control plan. Patient and public education and advocacy are essential to break down cultural barriers.' US-based cancer specialists had much advice to offer their Indian counterparts at the Indian Cancer Congress.
Walking down memory lane, legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar recalled writing letters to wife Anjali in the pre-mobile era and found her handwriting "beautiful".
Here we bring you all the sporting action from last week in this stunning photo feature.
In a free-wheeling chat with Harish Kotian, Dr Jagannath talks about how Tendulkar has always been at the forefront when it comes to raising funds to help the needy.
Bride to-be Shloka Mehta dazzled in a Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla ensemble.
The Indian Air Force celebrated its 82nd Air Force Day at the Hindon base on Wednesday.
Sachin Tendulkar has said that he was scared of breaking down in front of Yuvraj Singh when he met the left-handed batsman in London after his treatment in the United States for a rare germ cell cancer.
"I can't describe in words how special it was," says chef Shripriya Gupta.
Images from Rohit Sharma's wedding to long time girlfriend Ritika Sajdeh in Mumbai.
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, a self-confessed Formula One fan, has described waving the chequered flag at the end of the inaugural Indian Grand Prix here as a memorable experience in his life.
Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar and eminent scientist Prof C N R Rao were conferred with the country's highest civilian honour Bharat Ratna by President Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday.
Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar and eminent scientist Prof C N R Rao were conferred with the country's highest civilian honour Bharat Ratna by President Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday.
Batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar rated the century he scored in Chennai against England that helped India chase 387 runs in the fourth innings soon after the 26/11 terror attacks in Mumbai as the best of his career.
A look at the celebrities at the Wazir screening.
'I am a private person but over time I have figured there are certain things people want to see, which people want to know.'
Mahendra Singh Dhoni's leadership on Thursday earned him accolades from his senior teammate Sachin Tendulkar, who said he was obviously a "good captain" but had a good team at his disposal to bring about the desired result.
Real estate billionaire Sameer Nerurkar salutes batting icon Sachin Tendulkar ahead of his landmark 200th and final Test
To win it for India in front of Sachin is emotional, says Kohli.
Anjali helped Sachin Tendulkar deal with the debacles during his reign as captain and carry on.
Will Narendra Modi bring to his appointment the vision and stature that the PM's job requires? Will he prove the worst fears of his detractors wrong, wonders Malavika Sangghvi
Guests trouped out of Arpita Khan's party and into Mukesh Ambani's, on the other side of Mumbai.
Nita Ambani, the chairperson at Reliance Foundation and International Olympic Committee (IOC) member from India, hosted a gala dinner in honour of Thomas Bach, IOC president.
And Sachin Tendulkar came by to cheer!
Take a look at the lesser known facts about Sachin: A billion dreams.
Alia Bhatt, Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra and Sachin Tendulkar stole the show.
A recap of events that occurred in India in the past 24 hours.
It's party night for Bollywood!
Take a look at the other celebs at the screening.
Former India coach John Wright wished iconic batsman Sachin Tendulkar happy birthday and also hoped timely recovery from his finger injury before the Indian Premier League final on Sunday.
Scroll down to see who else made the guest list at the Mumbai Indians' party...
Fans and mediapersons and assemble at La Mer.
A few members of the Indian cricket team including skipper M S Dhoni watched Shah Rukh Khan starrer 'Om Shanti Om' at a multiplex in Chandigarh on Friday while Pakistani pacer Shoaib Akhtar visited an orphanage.
Nita Ambani threw a lavish party at her Mumbai residence Antilla on Monday night to celebrate her team Mumbai Indians's second Indian Premier League title win.
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