Akeal Hosein explains his strategy to dismiss KL Rahul and highlights powerplay discipline as Chennai Super Kings beat Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League.
The plan includes three such formations: A China-focused Northern Theatre Command, a Pakistan-focused Western Theatre Command, and a Maritime Theatre Command.
Ruturaj Gaikwad led from the front with a composed half-century as Chennai Super Kings produced a comfortable eight-wicket win over Mumbai Indians in their IPL clash in Chennai on Saturday.
A Thane court acquitted 10 accused in a 2014 murder and rioting case due to key witnesses failing to support the prosecution's claims.
Sreenidi Deccan FC and Shillong Lajong FC played to a 1-1 draw in their I-League championship phase fixture. David Castaneda scored for Sreenidi Deccan, while Phrangki Buam equalised for Shillong Lajong from the penalty spot. The draw leaves both teams needing Diamond Harbour to drop points in their upcoming match to keep their title hopes alive.
The Samajwadi Party has ended its association with the Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) due to a lack of funds, according to party president Akhilesh Yadav.
Aditi Ashok leads the Indian golfers at the Aramco Championship, with Pranavi Urs and Avani Prashanth also making the cut. Diksha Dagar misses the cut. Lauren Coughlin takes the lead.
Punjab Kings paid the price for sloppy fielding and dropped catches in a defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad, with Irfan Pathan criticising their costly errors in IPL 2026.
UPI transactions reached 22.35 billion in April, marking a 25 per cent increase compared to April 2025. UPI now accounts for 85 per cent of all digital transactions in India and is live in eight countries.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh assures India's energy security amidst West Asia tensions, highlighting naval protection of tankers and readiness to counter cross-border terrorism.
An Indian worker was killed in an attack on a power and water desalination plant in Kuwait, according to Kuwait's Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy.
Indian boxer Vishvanath Suresh defeated reigning world champion Sanzhar Tashkenbay of Kazakhstan to reach the semifinals of the Asian Boxing Championships in the men's 50kg category.
China has confirmed providing on-site technical support to Pakistan during last year's conflict with India, according to official media reports.
Former Beed district collector Avinash Pathak has been remanded in police custody in connection with an alleged Rs 241 crore land acquisition and compensation scam.
At the Vogue Met Gala pre-party held in New York City, Isha Ambani and Manish Malhotra served a masterclass in how to take Indian craftsmanship global without losing its soul.
In the IPL, losing your wicket is forgivable; but losing your integrity isn't, asserts K R Nayar.
India's mining sector is shifting from sustainability compliance to a data-driven model focused on long-term performance, driven by evolving ESG regulations and digital compliance, according to a Deloitte-ICC report.
Hopefully, the BJP will realise that it's the right time for parivartan (change) in its polarising poll strategies after achieving the impossible-looking goal of winning West Bengal, argues Sheela Bhatt.
Oscar Bruzon has announced he will step down as head coach of East Bengal at the end of the current Indian Super League season, citing the absence of long-term planning and clarity over the club's future.
France's prestigious Cannes International Film Festival 2026 is set to see a strong presence from India, with a mix of regional cinema, filmmakers, and actors expected to attend the global event from May 12 to May 23.
India's Manas Dhamne reached his first ATP Challenger final after defeating Antoine Ghibaudo in Shymkent, Kazakhstan.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw a significant rebound in early trade, driven by a decline in crude oil prices. This drop followed US President Donald Trump's announcement of progress in negotiations with Iran towards an agreement to end the war, leading to a temporary pause in 'Project Freedom' to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Track Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex performance and key global triggers.
The South Indian film fraternity, including superstars Rajinikanth, Mammootty, Vijay, Dhanush and Suriya, mourns the tragic passing of veteran producer R B Choudary, who died in a road accident, leaving behind a legacy of nearly 100 films and countless opportunities for new talent.
Vinesh Phogat has indicated she will fight back after the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) issued a show-cause notice accusing her of indiscipline and anti-doping rule violations, declaring her ineligible for domestic events until June 26.
The Union government has informed the Bombay High Court that Agniveers are not "similarly situated" as regular soldiers and hence, cannot claim parity in pensionary benefits for their next of kin in the event of death in action.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) face another setback in IPL 2026 as all-rounder Ramakrishna Ghosh is ruled out for the season due to a foot fracture sustained during his debut match against Mumbai Indians.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar becomes the first Indian pacer to take 350 T20 wickets, achieving the milestone during RCB's IPL 2026 clash against Gujarat Titans.
The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam on Friday sought a change in seating arrangement for its MPs in the Lok Sabha, saying their alliance with the Congress has ended and it would not be appropriate for its members to sit alongside those of the Congress.
We journey to 10 famous Maa temples, each devoted to a different form of Devi or the female force...
World champion D Gukesh defeated his challenger Javokhir Sindarov in the Super Rapid and Blitz event in Warsaw, signalling his readiness for the upcoming World Championship title defence.
Tamil Nadu's Baranica Elangovan broke her own national record in pole vault at the Indian Indoor Open Combined Events and Pole Vault Competition in Bhubaneswar.
East Bengal FC rallied from behind to secure a 2-1 victory against Mumbai City FC, propelling them to the summit of the Indian Super League standings.
Indian golfer Diksha Dagar played a solid bogey-free 3-under 69 to move into title contention at the MCB Ladies Classic - Mauritius on the Ladies European Tour.
India possesses two months of fuel stockpiles and faces no supply concerns despite global energy disruptions, according to Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. However, state-run fuel retailers are incurring losses of up to Rs 1 lakh crore in a single quarter due to elevated crude prices and unchanged retail fuel prices, raising questions about the sustainability of these losses.
The CBI has filed a chargesheet against CHD Developers Ltd and its directors for alleged fraudulent activities in a Gurugram-based project, officials said.
West Bengal's new government, led by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, has approved several key policy changes, including the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat health scheme, land transfer for border fencing, and the adoption of new criminal laws.
The Railway Protection Force (RPF) seized 13 kg of ganja, estimated to be worth Rs 6.50 lakh, from the Visakhapatnam-Banaras Express at Ranchi station.
Lucknow Super Giants skipper Rishabh Pant admitted that a few extra runs could have tilted the game in their favour after their six-wicket defeat to Mumbai Indians in an Indian Premier League clash.
Maharashtra excise department seized Indian-Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) manufactured in Goa, valued at Rs 1.43 crore, in Thane city and arrested two persons.
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has established a four-member ad-hoc committee to manage the affairs of the Equestrian Federation of India (EFI), following a directive from the Delhi High Court to restore democratic governance within the sport.
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