Annabel Sutherland's century and crucial wickets have given Australia a significant advantage over India in the one-off women's day-night Test in Perth.
The atmosphere in Ahmedabad ahead of the T20 World Cup final between India and New Zealand is markedly different from the previous final, with Indian fans confident of victory. New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner acknowledges the overwhelming support for India while rallying Kiwi fans back home.
Former India pacer Irfan Pathan praises Riyan Parag's captaincy and tactical decisions in Rajasthan Royals' thrilling win over Gujarat Titans.
Small parties have the capacity to play both ends against the middle. Puducherry could be heading that way, points out Aditi Phadnis.
Against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Angkrish Raghuvanshi played like a seasoned campaigner, tonking the bowlers all over the ground.
Despite initial pressure from the West Asia conflict, analysts are optimistic about the Indian hospital sector's outlook, citing strong demand drivers and ongoing expansion plans that are expected to fuel significant revenue growth over the next few years.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticised the ruling TMC in West Bengal, alleging corruption and appeasement politics, while promoting the BJP's development agenda ahead of the assembly elections.
'India should understand that we are not going to make the same mistakes with India that we made with China 20 years ago.'
Lucknow Super Giants face a tough challenge against a confident Sunrisers Hyderabad in their upcoming IPL clash. SRH's explosive batting and home advantage make them favourites, while LSG needs to address their batting inconsistencies to secure their first win of the season.
New Zealand batter Daryl Mitchell says Kiwis focus on winning 'little moments' as they prepare for South Africa semi-final showdown.
Despite falling short in the Badminton Asia Championships final, coach Sagar Chopda believes Ayush Shetty possesses the potential to become a top-five player in the world, highlighting the need for patience and continued development.
This Women's Day, meet Shanti, the woman who makes so many lives easier even though hers is anything but.
The West Indies and South Africa, both undefeated, will battle in a Super 8 match of the T20 World Cup. The West Indies' powerful batting will be tested by South Africa's balanced bowling attack. The result could significantly impact India's chances of reaching the semi-finals.
'Gandhi was Thakur and Gabbar was Jinnah.'
"It is quite possible that the rates will remain low in the near to medium term, but that will depend on how conditions evolve," said RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra.
Animesh Kujur of Odisha emerged as the star of the Indian Athletics Series, winning both the 100m and 200m races. Tajinderpal Singh Toor won the shot put, and Hima Das returned to the track after a two-year absence.
A look back at the thrilling encounters between India and New Zealand in ICC tournament knockout stages, highlighting key moments and memorable performances.
Despite India's semi-final qualification in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, concerns linger over Abhishek Sharma's inconsistent form, with former captain Anil Kumble suggesting a lack of confidence.
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.
Pakistan made short work of an inexperienced UAE batting unit by winning their last group league game by 41 runs in Dubai on Wednesday.
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.
Gaganjeet Bhullar, a seasoned golfer with multiple Asian Tour and IGPL titles, expresses his confidence and aims for a win at the AM Green IGPL Invitational 2026 in Mauritius, acknowledging the strong competition and the significance of the event for young Indian golfers.
Today, predictability has replaced volatility. When 200 becomes routine and chases follow a template, the element of surprise goes out the window and with it viewer engagement.
'The day that the market realises that they've overspent (on AI) and there's a sudden collapse in the capex, then India can start outperforming again.'
Kolkata Knight Riders will be looking for their spinners to rediscover their form against Sunrisers Hyderabad in their IPL match.
In an era where today's cricketers seldom read reports or build personal bonds with journalists, these four belonged to a different, warmer time. They valued relationships. They acknowledged the storyteller.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) reports that over 1,150 Indian nationals have been evacuated from Iran through land borders into Armenia and Azerbaijan since the start of the West Asia conflict. The MEA also confirmed that three Indians were injured in attacks in the UAE.
The National Sports Awards have been delayed due to a re-evaluation process by the Sports Ministry to ensure only deserving athletes are honoured. The ministry aims to establish clearer criteria to avoid controversies and ensure deserving athletes are recognised without unnecessary hurdles.
'With the ease and the calmness that he batted, it gave us a lot of confidence that now, probably, we are on the right track.'
When Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is in full flow, everything else fades into the background. He has made a habit of taking on the best bowlers in the world and making them look ordinary.
Indian leg-spinner Rahul Chahar is set to rejoin Surrey for eight County Championship matches, starting in June. He previously made a strong debut for the club in 2025.
China has initiated screening procedures for travelers arriving from regions affected by the Nipah virus, including India. While no cases have been detected in China, health authorities are taking precautionary measures due to the ongoing outbreak in India.
South Africa begins their T20 World Cup campaign against Canada, while Zimbabwe faces Oman in another match. Both South Africa and Zimbabwe aim to make a strong impact in the tournament.
Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has noted a clear shift in Virat Kohli's batting style over the past two years, saying the senior pro has moved from a rigid, controlled approach to a more free-flowing and attacking method.
Lucknow Super Giants' spin bowling coach Carl Crowe reveals Mohammed Shami's success against Sunrisers Hyderabad was due to a new delivery developed with bowling coach Bharat Arun. Shami's willingness to learn and Rishabh Pant's leadership are also highlighted.
Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh criticised Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane for his tactics during their IPL match against Mumbai Indians, particularly his underutilisation of Sunil Narine against Rohit Sharma. Irfan Pathan praised Shardul Thakur's bowling performance.
Quinton de Kock's fine hundred went in vain as Prabhsimran Singh and Shreyas Iyer blasted blistering fifties to steer Punjab Kings to a seven-wicket win over Mumbai Indians in their IPL match here on Thursday.
Georgia Voll capitalised on three dropped chances to smash 101 while Phoebe Litchfield struck 80 as Australia beat India by five wickets in Hobart to seal the women's ODI series 2-0 despite fifties from Harmanpreet Kaur and Pratika Rawal.
Pratika Rawal admits 'not even one department went our way' after India's crushing 185-run defeat to Australia in Hobart, sealing a 0-3 ODI series whitewash.
Civil Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu highlights challenges in aircraft procurement due to global supply chain disruptions, impacting India's aviation sector growth and expansion plans.
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