The champion pugilist won India's only gold at the fifth Commonwealth Boxing Championships in Liverpool, as the team ended up with a commendable tally of one gold, two silver and six bronze medals.
A 42-year-old man was shot dead at a wedding venue in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly by two young men due to an old dispute. One suspect has been arrested, and police are investigating the incident.
'Each generation has gone through the hardships and the fruit of labour can't taste sweeter than this.'
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has rejected calls for a CBI investigation into the alleged suicide of an official in Amritsar, asserting the Punjab Police's capability to conduct a fair probe and promising no protection for anyone involved.
Indian wrestler Sunil Kumar won the bronze medal in the 87kg Greco Roman bout of the Asian Championship hin Amman, Jordan on Tuesday.
Jammu and Kashmir and Uttarakhand will look to extend their dream runs when they take on heavyweights Bengal and Karnataka respectively in the Ranji Trophy semifinals.
The incident occurred at the Government High School in Bhatigwan in Madhya Pradesh's Maihar district.
A preview of the 2026 IPL season, highlighting the challenges faced by defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the redemption quests of legacy teams, the relevance of veteran players, and the emergence of future stars.
Jammu and Kashmir take on eight-time champions Karnataka in their maiden Ranji Trophy final. KL Rahul and Shreyas Gopal lead Karnataka's charge as Auqib Nabi spearheads J&K's bowling attack.
Sudip Gharami's second successive hundred guided Bengal to 249 for 5 against Jammu and Kashmir on the opening day of the Ranji Trophy semi-final, in Kalyani, on Sunday.
A Gurugram court has sentenced an irrigation department executive engineer and a computer operator to four years' imprisonment each in a corruption case registered by the Anti-Corruption Bureau in December 2022.
Sarfaraz Khan and Siddhesh Lad compiled superlative hundreds to power table-toppers Mumbai to a commanding 332 for 4 on Day 1 of their Ranji Trophy match against hosts Hyderabad on Thursday.
Mayank Agarwal stroked a fluent century to lead Karnataka's fightback after Auqib Nabi's three-wicket haul had put Jammu and Kashmir in control, on Day 3 of the Ranji Trophy final.
Mumbai recovered from a batting collapse to take a 136-run lead over Karnataka on Day 2 of their Ranji Trophy quarter-final.
Amazon Prime Video has many interesting web series and original films on its 2026 slate. A look at the films coming up.
Former Punjab minister Laljit Singh Bhullar has been arrested following the suicide of a state warehousing corporation official who accused the AAP MLA of harassment. The arrest follows public outcry and political pressure for accountability in the case.
Former Punjab minister and AAP MLA Laljit Singh Bhullar has been arrested for allegedly abetting the suicide of a state warehousing corporation official. The arrest follows accusations of harassment and pressure related to a warehouse tender.
Former Punjab minister Laljit Singh Bhullar has been arrested in connection with the suicide of a state warehousing corporation official who accused the AAP MLA of harassment. The arrest follows demands for a CBI probe and political uproar.
The Bhairav Battalion is positioned between the Para Special Forces and regular infantry units to meet modern warfare requirements, especially in view of drone-intensive warfare.
Four tourists from Karnataka were found dead in a dharmshala room in Nalanda district, Bihar. Police are investigating the incident and have recovered sleeping pills and other belongings from the scene.
The Indian Army held its Army Day Parade outside a cantonment area for the first time in Jaipur, showcasing military might and capabilities.
Divyansh Singh Panwar and Khyati Chaudhary emerged victorious in the 10m Air Rifle events at the National Selection Trials, while Anish Bhanwala won the 25m Rapid Fire Pistol event.
Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar has called for an impartial probe into the death of Ranjit Singh, an accused in the murder of two policemen in Gurdaspur, following questions raised about the police encounter.
'The city was not only a setting but also a major character in Sankar's stories, providing the readers insight into the ever-changing and complex nature of Calcutta,' observes Atanu Biswas.
BCCI president Mithun Manhas reflects on the journey of Jammu and Kashmir cricket, from overcoming mismanagement and corruption to reaching their first-ever Ranji Trophy final.
The swearing-in ceremony was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP national president J P Nadda and several other top leaders of the NDA.
Several residents of Greater Noida's Delta 1 Sector fell ill after allegedly consuming contaminated drinking water, prompting health concerns and complaints of sewage mixing with the supply line, officials and residents said.
Opposition members in the Bihar legislative council were suspended and evicted after demanding an apology from Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for allegedly using foul language against their leader Rabri Devi, leading to a day of disruption and accusations from both sides.
Among the 12 media personnel awarded are the PTI Srinagar Bureau Chief, Inayat Jehangir and PTI video journalist, Jammu Somil Abrol. Other awardees in this category include Avtar Krishan Bhat, Vivek Suri, Sunil Ji Bhat, Dinesh Manhotra, Bilal Ahmad Bhat, Razia Noor, Ishfaq Gowhar Zargar, Syed Khalid Hussain, Sarosh Kafeel, and Neeta Sharma.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has allocated portfolios of newly created departments among ministers, keeping Civil Aviation with himself, an official notification said.
Mohammed Siraj returned 17-3-56-4 to help Hyderabad bowl Chhattisgarh out for 283 on Day 1 of their Group D Ranji Trophy contest, in Hyderabad, on Thursday.
Nitish thought that his stakes as chief minister were far greater than his stakes in protecting one of his party MLAs. He could not allow his rule-of-law train to be derailed by a small rock on the track. On the contrary, if he removed it to keep the train moving at a steady speed he would gain strong public admiration and sympathy that would help him take the masses along in carrying out other tasks. A fascinating excerpt from Arun Sinha's Nitish Kumar And The Rise Of Bihar.
All 25 victims killed in the Goa nightclub fire tragedy have been identified, including 20 members of the staff and five tourists, authorities said on Sunday night.
In the other semi-finals, East Bengal dominated the match with a 2-0 win over Dempo.
In the recent Bihar elections, a majority of state ministers from the ruling NDA secured victories in their respective constituencies, with only one minister losing their seat.
Janata Dal-United supremo Nitish Kumar is set to be sworn-in as Bihar chief minister for a record 10th time on Thursday, days after the National Democratic Alliance secured a landslide victory in the assembly elections.
A Class 7 student in Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly traded family jewellery worth approximately Rs 85 lakh for momos. Police have arrested two suspects and are searching for the third.
Priti Kinnar, a transgender social worker, is set to contest the Bihar assembly elections from Bhorey seat on a Jan Suraaj ticket, challenging the incumbent Education Minister. Her entry into politics has sparked mixed reactions, with some seeing it as a potential boost for the transgender community and others questioning its impact on the election outcome.
The tragedy struck the 39th Surajkund International Crafts Mela on Saturday evening, when about 19 people were riding the swing before it suddenly tilted and then crashed onto the ground.
Bihar is preparing for the counting of votes in the recent assembly elections, with political leaders reviewing preparations and expressing confidence in their respective alliances' prospects. Security measures are in place to ensure a smooth and transparent counting process.
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