Goa will host the seventh season of the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) event in July, marking a significant milestone for the franchise-based league and Indian table tennis.
The Chhattisgarh government has introduced a bill in the state assembly to prevent religious conversions carried out through force, inducement, fraud, or misrepresentation. The bill, titled the Chhattisgarh Dharm Swatantraya Vidheyak, 2026 (Freedom of Religion Bill, 2026), aims to curb conversions achieved through coercion or undue influence.
The men's doubles competition at the 87th UTT Senior National Table Tennis Championships saw top-seeded West Bengal crash out, with Tamil Nadu's M.R. Balamurugan and Siddhesh Pande causing a major upset.
Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB) men secured a dominant victory at the Senior Table Tennis National Championships, while Reserve Bank of India (RBI) women reclaimed their title after two years.
Traditional powerhouses PSPB and RSPB began their campaigns strongly at the 87th UTT Senior National Table Tennis Championships, securing dominant victories and moving closer to the knockout stage.
Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB) and Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will compete in the final of the 87th UTT Senior National Table Tennis Championships after defeating Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka respectively.
Railways Sports Promotion Board (RSPB) players Jeet Chandra and Anirban Ghosh won the men's doubles title at the 87th UTT Senior National Table Tennis Championships. Sutirtha Mukherjee and Kaushani Nath secured the women's doubles title. The men's and women's singles pre-quarterfinals saw both expected wins and upsets, setting the stage for intense quarterfinal matches.
The Maharashtra government has introduced the Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Bill 2026, which aims to prohibit religious conversions carried out through coercion, fraud, or marriage, with stringent penalties for violations.
On Agri Stack, Expenditure Secy V Vualnam says it's progressing well; using IT, farmers will be able to choose exact fertiliser quantities needed, reducing crowding at fertiliser outlets.
Ronnie O'Sullivan made history at the World Open by achieving a 153 break, surpassing the previous record of 148.
The suspension of eight opposition MPs from the Lok Sabha is likely to be revoked, following a decision made at a meeting convened by Speaker Om Birla. The MPs were suspended in February for unruly behaviour during the Budget session.
Diamond Harbour FC secured a 2-0 victory over Aizawl FC in their Indian Football League match, with Antonio Moyano scoring both goals. Diamond Harbour now leads the league table.
Jamshedpur FC's Nikola Stojanovic scored a late equaliser to secure a 1-1 draw against Sporting Club Delhi in the ISL match on Thursday.
Rajasthan United FC defeated Real Kashmir FC 1-0 in an Indian Football League match, with Amadou Soukouna scoring the decisive goal. Real Kashmir were reduced to nine men, impacting their performance.
Shillong Lajong FC defeated Chanmari FC 2-1, with Phrangki Buam scoring twice, to move to the top of the Indian Football League table.
Rajasthan United defeated Namdhari Sports Academy 3-2 in a thrilling I-League match, with Amadou Soukouna scoring the decisive goal in injury time.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a potential new demand driver for India's office market, with AI-focused technology (tech) firms actively leasing new office space and established information technology (IT) companies expanding their footprint as they ramp up investments in AI.
Rajasthan United secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Namdhari Sports Academy in the I-League, while Real Kashmir FC and Aizawl FC played out a 2-2 draw.
Defending champions East Bengal FC moved to the top of the Indian Women's League standings after handing Nita Football Academy a 5-0 thrashing, in Kalyani, on Friday.
Sreenidi Deccan FC defeated Gokulam Kerala FC 1-0 in an Indian Football League match, with Fabrice Kah scoring the decisive goal in the second half.
Iga Swiatek plans to simplify her tennis strategy after a surprising defeat to Magda Linette at the Miami Open, marking her first opening loss in a WTA tournament since 2021.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla addressed concerns about fairness and speaking privileges in the House, emphasising that all members, including the Prime Minister, must adhere to parliamentary rules and procedures.
Arjun Tendulkar joins Lucknow Super Giants ahead of the 2026 IPL season, seeking a fresh start and an opportunity to grow his potential under experienced coaches and alongside talented teammates.
The Chhattisgarh government has introduced a bill aimed at preventing religious conversions through force, inducement, or misrepresentation, sparking opposition and debate in the state assembly.
Bengaluru FC players walked out onto the pitch with inspiring women in their lives, while Mohun Bagan Super Giant players walked out with female para-athletes, highlighting women's empowerment before their Indian Super League match.
The Haryana Assembly was informed that nearly 18,000 people aged 18-45 died due to heart attacks or heart failures between January 2020 and January 2026. The government stated that no survey was conducted to ascertain if these deaths correlate with COVID-19 infection or vaccinations.
The Haryana Assembly was informed that nearly 18,000 people aged 18-45 died due to heart attacks or heart failures between January 2020 and January 2026. The government stated that no survey was conducted to ascertain if these deaths had any correlation with COVID-19 infection or vaccinations.
Spring calls for newly-harvested glossy vegetables and fruits, fresh flavours, light bites and colourful plates that match the cheerful mood of the season.
The Indian government has blocked 300 websites and applications involved in illegal gambling and betting activities, including online sports betting platforms, online casinos, and satta/matka networks, as part of its efforts to create a safe and responsible online gaming ecosystem.
Navneet Kaur's hat-trick led India to a 4-1 victory over Wales in a Pool B clash at the women's hockey World Cup Qualifiers, securing their position as table-toppers and a semifinal berth.
Gokulam Kerala FC secured their first win of the IFL season with a 2-0 victory over Dempo SC, thanks to goals from Moses Lalrinzuala and Mirjalol Kasimov.
Bengaluru FC defeated Mohammedan Sporting Club 2-1 in an ISL match, while Chennaiyin FC secured a win against Kerala Blasters.
Getafe defender Abdel Abqar was sent off after VAR spotted him grabbing Atletico Madrid striker Alexander Srloth during a LaLiga clash, as Atletico secured a 1-0 win.
Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh believes Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya needs to lead from the front if the team is to win the upcoming IPL.
Raphinha hat-trick fires Barcelona past Sevilla at top
Indian cricketer Prithvi Shaw recently got engaged to social media influencer Akriti Agarwal and if her Instagram is anything to go by, she's very much a full-time diva.
The Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) arrested three individuals, including a patwari in Jaipur and an e-Mitra operator in Ajmer, for allegedly accepting bribes related to land division and lease deed registration.
Revenue collection next financial year may be affected, and, along with this, subsidies on food and fertilisers can go up if the war in West Asia drags for long, according to experts.
Purnendu Maji and Srinivas Bhogle present Rediff's Most Valuable Player Index of T20 World Cup 2026.
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