Tennis icon Roger Federer was presented with his International Tennis Hall of Fame ring at the US Open's Arthur Ashe Stadium, two days after his induction. The ceremony, led by Kim Clijsters, saw Federer display his ring to an erupting crowd, celebrating his illustrious career which includes 20 major titles and a record 310 weeks as world No. 1.
Actor Imran Khan, an American citizen, has been served a notice by Mumbai Police directing him to leave India by October 28 for allegedly violating immigration laws. This comes after his participation in recent political protests. His lawyer plans to challenge the decision in the Bombay High Court.
Tennis legend Roger Federer was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, delivering an emotional speech where he declared he is 'still writing my love letter to tennis' and reflected on his illustrious career, which included 20 Grand Slam titles.
Australian tunnel expert Arnold Dix, known for the Silkyara tunnel rescue, is now assisting in a complex search-and-rescue operation in Nepal following devastating floods. He is applying lessons learned from the Silkyara operation, particularly the principle of "never confuse unlikely with impossible," as he works with Indian and Nepali teams to locate people potentially trapped in the Chilime hydropower tunnel and other sites.
Former captain Sourav Ganguly received the perfect gift on his 54th birthday on Wednesday, becoming the latest Indian cricketer to be inducted into the ICC's Hall of Fame following a decision taken at the global body's annual conference in Edinburgh.
Former Indian captains Sourav Ganguly and Anjum Chopra, along with ex-England skipper Kevin Pietersen, have been inducted into the International Cricket Council's prestigious Hall of Fame during a ceremony in Edinburgh, recognising their significant contributions to the sport.
The 1,300-year-old Pundarikakshan Perumal Temple in Thiruvellarai, near Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, is set to receive a 125-foot Rajagopuram, constructed using traditional techniques and natural materials like lime mortar and specially prepared bricks.
Chaar Yaar offers an entertaining mix of friendship, crime and the charm of old Mumbai with a happy ending, observes Divya Nair.
Tributes continued to pour in for former India captain Sourav Ganguly a day after he was inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame, with batting great Sachin Tendulkar and former all-rounder Yuvraj Singh congratulating one of India's most successful captains.
President Droupadi Murmu hosted Swiss President Guy Parmelin at a banquet featuring exquisite delicacies from Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The curated menu highlighted unique regional ingredients and culinary traditions, serving as a cultural exchange alongside significant bilateral discussions on trade, migration, nuclear energy, and defence.
Vozinha went from 56,000 to 28 million Instagram followers after Cape Verde's World Cup run. Now the goalkeeper says he wants his old life back.
It was very disappointing to watch some talented singers pull each other down on national television, notes Divya Nair.
Sunday's shooting incident targeting Tiger Shroff have rekindled memories of the film industry's dark past, when crime syndicates like Dawood Ibrahim's D-Company and Abu Salem's gang exerted significant influence through extortion, violence, and money laundering.
The flydubai near-tragedy showed how the gratuitous conflicts their governments started in West Asia have made the world unsafe for them (and unfortunate co-passengers of other nationalities), points out Kanika Datta.
The heartwarming story of Arijit Singh supporting his Fame Gurukul rival Qazi Touqeer on Bigg Boss 20.
Former India opener Virender Sehwag has praised young batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, comparing his aggressive style to his own. Sehwag emphasised that age is not a barrier in top-flight cricket if performance is consistent. He also lauded Shubman Gill for his recent double century and record-breaking performance, and expressed confidence in India's bowling attack for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Ranabaali fails to deliver the highs matching the ambitious setup, notes Arjun Menon.
'Nana Patekar's dedication and passion were unmatchable. I remember there was a dinner sequence and the chicken had gone stale. He ate the stale chicken instead of wasting time waiting for fresh food.'
Sir David Beckham, the first English player to win league titles in four countries, was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday.
Never a crowd pleaser in the conventional sense, Nana Patekar's knack for not mincing words, if anything his brusque, take it-or-leave it persona -- which made his eccentricity a guilty pleasure of sorts -- contributed to his eminence, observes Sukanya Verma.
Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana sponsored a rifle for Asian Championship gold medallist Meghana Sajjanar, enabling her to access world-class equipment and achieve success. Sajjanar, who recently won gold and bronze medals, credited Khurrana's support for her improved performance, highlighting his selfless act to promote Indian athletes on the global stage.
It isn't a fancy food. It doesn't have the national recognition of litti or baati. Outside its little corner of Vidarbha, many people may not even know it exists.
Virat Kohli, after becoming the second batter to reach 15,000 ODI runs and scoring his 55th ton, stated that personal milestones are not his primary focus.
Lovepreet Gill, Punjabi model and actress, is making a significant impact as a strong contestant on Bigg Boss 20.
Tennis legend Roger Federer described his induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame as one of the greatest honours of his life, expressing his joy at immersing himself in the sport's history and finding his place among his heroes.
Indian golfer Pranavi Urs made history by becoming the first Indian woman to win an Asian Games gold medal in golf.
The story of the Khans is therefore not simply the story of four movie stars who have dominated Bollywood. It is the story of how four sharply differentiated identities became four enduring businesses -- and how each managed to remain relevant in an industry designed to replace yesterday's hero with tomorrow's sensation, points out Sandeep Goyal.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court's Indore bench has quashed an order by a municipal officer that altered a young woman's date of birth, citing a violation of natural justice. The case involves an interfaith marriage and allegations of 'love jihad', where the woman's father sought to prove her a minor by changing her birth record, leading to an FIR against her husband. The court directed the Chief Municipal Officer of Maheshwar to reconsider the application after giving the woman an opportunity to be heard.
'I did not give up on acting; I was always open to it. I just wasn't actively chasing it for a period of time.'
'I have seen all the storms and floods. I have crawled and reached here.'
Govinda made a late-night return from the US to join his wife Sunita Ahuja and children Tina and Yashvardhan in their cherished Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, continuing a family tradition started by his late mother.
Mairaj Ahmad Khan, a 50-year-old Indian skeet shooter, is set to compete in his fourth Asian Games, showcasing remarkable longevity. The article traces his unique journey from a promising cricketer, who even played with Virender Sehwag, to becoming a decorated shooter with Olympic appearances and World Cup medals. Despite past disappointments, Khan approaches the upcoming games with renewed spirit, embodying wisdom gained over decades in sport.
From personal attacks to poor imitation, some Bigg Boss 20 contestants are trying too hard to manufacture content and stay in the spotlight.
Indian sprinter Gurindervir Singh, who holds the national record in the men's 100m, expressed renewed focus and confidence for the upcoming Asian Games after recovering from a hamstring injury that affected his Commonwealth Games performance. He stated he is "completely fit" and performing personal bests in training.
In 100 days in office, Chief Minister V D Satheesan has ordered five SITs. This would appear to be some kind of a record, points out Aditi Phadnis.
Raphinha's hat-trick led defending champions Barcelona to a 3-1 victory over Sevilla, extending their winning streak in La Liga. Elsewhere, Lautaro Martinez secured a 2-2 draw for Inter Milan against Roma in Serie A, while Borussia Dortmund claimed the top spot in Germany. Premier League saw Arsenal lose its top position after a defeat to Brighton.
'I used to earn Rs 45 for working 12 hours a day at the age of 14.' 'The situation at home was weak, so that money was very important. I did whatever work I could find.'
A 15-year-old boy from Kollam, Allen James, has become a social media sensation due to his striking resemblance to Spanish football star Lamine Yamal.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented Russian President Vladimir Putin with a Russian translation of the Thirukkural, the classical Tamil work by poet-philosopher Thiruvalluvar, ahead of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi.
While charger deployment is yet to begin, the scheme has supported the sale of 2.65 million EVs as of July 22.
