Punjab Kings' Prabhsimran Singh supports the 'Impact Sub' rule in the IPL, highlighting its benefits for young players. He also discusses modelling his wicket-keeping after MS Dhoni and the importance of powerplay in modern cricket.
Kerala's Chief Electoral Officer, Ratan U Kelkar, addressed concerns regarding the release of detailed polling data from the recent Assembly elections, defending the timeline and transparency of the process.
NDA leaders have defended proposed amendments to the Women's Reservation Act and the Delimitation Bill, 2026, arguing women have waited long enough for reservation, while opposition parties allege the process could undermine India's federal and democratic structure, particularly impacting southern states.
The Indian women's hockey team played to a 2-2 draw against Scotland in their second match of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, maintaining their lead in Pool B.
'To suddenly give the impression of taking a position that is hostile to Iran, or, at least, not friendly to Iran, is not a good thing.'
India will face New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad. India aims to retain the title, while New Zealand seeks their first global white-ball crown. The match is set to be a thrilling contest between two strong teams.
Suryakumar Yadav reveals how a video montage and a positive team environment helped India overcome setbacks and win the T20 World Cup.
The Dhurandhar movies will undoubtedly shape the minds of the audience much more than news reports, court investigations, books and documentaries. But it is worth remembering that Pakistan's irridentist claims against India's national security have succeeded due to strategic planning, diplomacy, and the unsung heroines and heroes across government agencies, not due to a single maverick leader, points out Shweta Desai.But it is worth to remember that Pakistan's irredentist claims against India's national security have succeeded due to strategic planning, diplomacy, and the unsung heroines and heroes across government agencies -- not a single maverick, points out Shweta Desai.
India, bidding to become the first team to successfully defend the Twenty20 World Cup title, face an England side building momentum in their semifinal at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on Thursday.
Batting stalwart Virat Kohli has laughed off jokes about his IPL side Royal Challengers Bengaluru fielding five overseas players in the ongoing IPL season.
This election is different. It is no longer simply about governance or welfare. It is about identity, fear, and who belongs. The BJP has successfully shifted the terms of the debate from what the government has delivered to who the real Bengali is and who is an outsider, points out Ramesh Menon.
The Indian U-17 women's football team defeated Myanmar 3-2 in a friendly match, with substitutes playing a key role in the late comeback victory.
Senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala has accused the BJP of attempting to intimidate bishops and church leaders in Kerala to gain their support, asserting that such tactics will not succeed in the state.
India's Ayush Shetty secured a spot in the Badminton Asia Championships final after defeating top seed Kunlavut Vitidsarn in a thrilling three-game match.
India defeated New Zealand by 96 runs to win their third T20 World Cup title. The victory was marked by enthusiastic celebrations, consolatory gestures towards the New Zealand team, and the presence of cricket legends.
Sunrisers Hyderabad all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy attributes his improved bowling performance to a 'special person' who helped him overcome injury setbacks. He also discusses his match-winning performance against Kolkata Knight Riders and the team's strategy.
India edged England by seven runs to reach the T20 World Cup final for the second successive time after Jacob Bethell's brilliant century went in vain.
Gautam Gambhir moves Delhi High Court against AI deepfakes and identity misuse, seeking takedown orders and Rs 2.5 crore damages.
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has defended its decision to appoint Amelia Valverde as head coach of the women's national team and addressed the controversy surrounding team kits during the Asian Cup.
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.
'I suspect that Bangladesh being given permission stuck in India's official craw, and this story was an attempt to balance the scales by giving the impression that a similar waiver had been given to India as well.'
India's U20 women's football team faced a tough start in the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup, suffering a 6-0 defeat against Japan. Despite a promising start, Japan's dominance, particularly in the second half, proved too much for the Young Tigresses.
Former India pacer Irfan Pathan praises Riyan Parag's captaincy and tactical decisions in Rajasthan Royals' thrilling win over Gujarat Titans.
The contraction in total reserves was driven by a fall in gold reserves, which dropped $13.49 billion to $117.19 billion during the reported week.
Fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya responds to criticism of his investment in Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) after the franchise was sold for nearly USD 2 billion.
Mitchell Starc addresses criticism surrounding his delayed arrival for the IPL, explaining that he is managing an injury and remains committed to Delhi Capitals.
'Because in white-ball cricket, we've lost two out of the last three series in the one-day format. If it was an era, we wouldn't have lost two series.'
Harbhajan Singh criticises Kirti Azad for questioning Team India's temple visit with T20 World Cup trophy
West Indies legend Viv Richards praises India's dominance in white ball cricket and discusses his role as an envoy for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).
Suryakumar Yadav's childhood coach Ashok Aswalkar and BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla express confidence in India defeating England in the T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final at Wankhede.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru batting coach and mentor Dinesh Karthik praised the team's fighting spirit after their six-wicket defeat to Rajasthan Royals in their first away match of IPL 2026.
While Hinge's opening burst set the tone, Hussain ensured there was no recovery. The duo complemented each other well, building pressure and forcing mistakes.
The Indian women's hockey team played to a 2-2 draw against Scotland in their second match of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, maintaining their lead in Pool B.
Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori praises all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy's versatility and impact on the team's IPL 2024 campaign, highlighting his ability to contribute with both bat and ball at any stage of the game.
Rajat Patidar's aggressive innings helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru reach a total of 201 for 8 against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL match, after a shaky start.
In the women's section, World Cup winner Divya Deshmukh turned the tables on overnight leader Anna Muzychuk to jump into joint lead with four others.
The United States has encouraged India to purchase Russian oil already at sea to mitigate supply shortages and price increases amid the West Asia conflict, according to Energy Secretary Chris Wright. This move is described as a short-term effort to stabilise the market without altering Washington's policy towards Russia.
Having never missed his home tournament in the last 13 years, Carlsen had cast doubts over his participation this year after expressing a desire to gradually move away from classical chess. Norway Chess is a classical-format event and Carlsen has won it seven times.
The UN Security Council will vote on a Bahrain-proposed resolution regarding the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure freedom of navigation amid concerns and opposition from some members.
India's recurve and compound archers showcased their skills at the Asia Cup World Ranking Tournament Stage 1, securing top qualification spots in multiple events despite fielding a relatively inexperienced team.
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