Daniil Medvedev was awarded the Dubai Tennis Championships title after his opponent Tallon Griekspoor withdrew due to an injury he suffered in the semi-finals.
World champion D Gukesh was held to a draw by David Navara in the fourth round of the Prague International Chess Festival, while Jorden van Foreest took the lead with his third victory.
Sanju Samson's unbeaten 89 powered India to 253/7 before they survived Jacob Bethell's stunning century to beat England by seven runs and enter the T20 World Cup final.
A woman was fatally assaulted in her home in Uttar Pradesh by her brother-in-law and other family members while her young son witnessed the attack.
Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police Rajeev Krishna has directed officers to strengthen preventive policing and ensure timely disposal of investigations across the state.
The electrifying Dhurandhar 2 trailer promises a high-octane thriller set in Pakistan, blending intense action with a compelling spy narrative and hinting at major box office potential.
West Indies legend Viv Richards praises India's dominance in white ball cricket and discusses his role as an envoy for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).
Sam Curran claimed a hat-trick as England beat Sri Lanka by 11 runs under the Duckworth-Lewis method in their rain-marred opening Twenty20 International in Pallekele on Friday.
The brave displays of cricket's second-tier nations were the brightest feature of the Twenty20 World Cup, which got off to a rocky start and culminated in a predictable home win for white-ball behemoths India on Sunday.
Head coach Gautam Gambhir dedicated India's T20 World Cup victory to Rahul Dravid and V V S Laxman.
Some trends come and go, but the anarkali? She's the OG queen who refuses to leave the fashion chat.
Indian Grandmasters D Gukesh and Aravindh Chithambaram had contrasting results in the second round of the Prague International Chess Festival, with Gukesh drawing and Aravindh winning his game.
Smriti Mandhana credits Jemimah Rodrigues' aggressive batting for helping her find rhythm in India's T20I series-clinching victory against Australia. India won the third T20I by 17 runs, securing their first T20I series win Down Under since 2016.
For India, a win against the West Indies will guarantee a semifinal spot, with four points making net run rate a non-issue.
Southampton secured a 1-0 victory against Fulham with a late penalty, making them the first non-Premier League club to reach the FA Cup quarter-finals this season.
Finn Allen's blistering century led New Zealand to a stunning nine-wicket victory over South Africa in the first semi-final of the T20 World Cup.
The Indian women's football team suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat against Vietnam in their opening match of the AFC Asian Cup, conceding a late goal in injury time.
England's captain, Harry Brook, emphasises the importance of unity, belief, and composure under pressure as the team prepares for their T20 World Cup semifinal clash against India.
Bengaluru FC secured a 2-1 victory over Mohammedan Sporting Club in their Indian Super League match, with goals from Ryan Williams and Ashique Kuruniyan.
A forest department patrol team in the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve was allegedly attacked by suspected timber smugglers and villagers, resulting in injuries to five forest officials. Villagers have accused the forest department team of assault.
Bengaluru FC defeated Mohammedan Sporting Club 2-1 in an ISL match, while Chennaiyin FC secured a win against Kerala Blasters.
Praise poured in from all corners for Sanju Samson who guided India to a victory over the West Indies in a virtual quarterfinal in their T20 World Cup Super 8 match at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, on Sunday.
Ahead of the T20 World Cup final, the Indian cricket team is leaving no stone unturned, from changing hotels due to perceived bad luck to considering a red soil pitch and planning a grand entertainment show featuring Ricky Martin.
Olympic medallists Abhinav Bindra and PV Sindhu have praised Lakshya Sen for his performance at the All England Open badminton championship, highlighting his courage and resilience despite his runner-up finish.
Former India captain Rohit Sharma described the 2007 T20 World Cup games as his favourite T20 World Cup fixture against Pakistan.
Lakshya Sen defeated Li Shifeng in straight games to reach the semifinals of the All England Open.
Many fans hadn't even bothered to change their Team India jerseys with which they watched the match. A few wanted to carry on the stadium atmosphere into the train singing songs like Chak De India and Vande Mataram. They played them so loudly and ensured no one got a wink of sleep. Of course, the main topic of discussion was Sanju Samson.
Suryakumar Yadav says his famous catch to dismiss David Miller in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final changed his life as India created history by defending the title in 2026.
Indian bowling coach Morne Morkel has addressed the team's fielding struggles during the ongoing T20 World Cup, highlighting the need for improvement ahead of their semi-final clash against England.
The family of a 26-year-old man killed in a clash following Holi celebrations in Delhi is demanding justice and a thorough investigation into his death. The incident allegedly stemmed from a dispute over a balloon.
India edged England by seven runs to reach the T20 World Cup final for the second successive time after Jacob Bethell's brilliant century went in vain.
Four teams, including UP Prometheans and Rajasthan Regals, are in contention to reach the finals of the DP World PGTI's 72 The League after the fourth round at the Classic Golf & Country Club. The final round promises intense competition as teams vie for the top two spots.
India take on Australia in the 1st Women's ODI in Brisbane after a historic T20I series win. Alyssa Healy returns for her farewell ODI series, while Smriti Mandhana leads India's charge.
A woman was allegedly beaten to death by her husband in Patna's Danapur locality. The accused has been taken into custody and is being interrogated.
Aleem Dar, a senior member of the Pakistan Cricket Board's selection committee, has resigned following the national team's disappointing performance in the T20 World Cup, citing disagreements over team selection and the head coach's influence.
A 26-year-old man, Tarun, died following a clash during Holi celebrations in Delhi's Uttam Nagar. His family is demanding strict action against the accused, stating the incident was triggered by a minor dispute.
A 14-year-old boy died and another was injured after being thrashed by villagers in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district on suspicion of goat theft. Police have arrested 12 people in connection with the incident.
A man was killed, his body chopped into pieces and dumped in the Yamuna River by his friend and his associates after he refused to give them money, according to police. Four people, including a woman, have been arrested in connection with the killing.
India will face New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad. India aims to retain the title, while New Zealand seeks their first global white-ball crown. The match is set to be a thrilling contest between two strong teams.
A court in Seoni, Madhya Pradesh, sentenced four men to life imprisonment for the murder of three people who were burned alive in a sports utility vehicle (SUV) in 2015. The crime was motivated by a love affair and family rivalry.
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