Kolkata Knight Riders assistant coach Shane Watson has praised Varun Chakravarthy for his commitment to the team, playing through a hairline fracture in his left foot to contribute to KKR's IPL playoff push. Despite the injury, Chakravarthy has shown resilience and determination, earning accolades from Watson and highlighting his importance to the squad.
Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna turn up the glamour, humour and chemistry at Cocktail 2's lively trailer launch, where the team addressed if their film is a 'queer' love triangle.
Shilpa Nadkarni's gently told truths, her strong hold on faith and the hard-earned life lessons that she shares... it will make you laud this strong, brave mother.
Riyan Parag has repaid the immense faith placed on him by Rajasthan Royals in his first full season as captain with a last minute play-off berth in the Indian Premier League.
D Gukesh surrendered to Wesley So in Armageddon, while red-hot Frenchman Alireza Firouzja tore past R Praggnanandhaa to storm to the top.
Alireza Firouzja takes the lead at Norway Chess after a strong performance, while D Gukesh faces a setback. In the women's competition, Divya Deshmukh shines with a victory.
Ishan Kishan credits his maturity and shot selection for his success in the Indian Premier League, after scoring his sixth half-century. He also praised the team's support staff and captain Pat Cummins for their roles in the team's performance.
Rajasthan Royals sealed the final IPL playoff berth with a 30-run win over Mumbai Indians on Sunday, but head coach Kumar Sangakkara admitted his side would need a far more aggressive approach against the hard-hitting Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator clash at Mullanpur on May 27.
Batting coach Kieron Pollard admitted that Hardik Pandya's leadership stint 'has not gone as well' as either the player or the franchise would have hoped after Mumbai Indians' disastrous IPL 2026 campaign ended with yet another defeat.
Punjab's AAP president, Aman Arora, has criticised Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu for alleged misconduct and objectionable behaviour towards police personnel in Dhuri, while Bittu accuses the AAP government of misusing the police to target BJP workers.
Afghanistan's cricket stars Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi visited ailing former national team pacer Shapoor Zadran in a Delhi-NCR hospital, where he is undergoing treatment for Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH).
A man was stabbed in Delhi's Old Seelampur area after he resisted an attempt by four people to harass his wife. Police have apprehended one man and two juveniles in connection with the incident, while another juvenile is absconding.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay has launched three key schemes focusing on electricity subsidies, women's safety, and drug eradication, fulfilling his election promises after his party's recent victory.
A medical board from AIIMS Delhi will conduct a second post-mortem examination on former model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma in Bhopal, following her family's concerns about the initial autopsy and allegations of dowry harassment.
The last rites of former actor-model Twisha Sharma, who was allegedly harassed for dowry, were conducted in Bhopal. Her family continues to seek justice, with the Supreme Court taking cognisance of the case.
East Bengal FC secured their first Indian Super League title, ending a 22-year drought with a 2-1 victory over Inter Kashi, sparking jubilant celebrations among fans.
US President Donald Trump announced the elimination of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a key ISIS leader, in a joint operation with Nigerian forces.
Elina Svitolina of Ukraine defeated Coco Gauff in the Italian Open final, signalling her ambitions for the upcoming French Open.
England captain Harry Brook acknowledges underestimating opponents in the group stage of the T20 World Cup and anticipates a stronger showing in the Super 8s, starting with their match against Sri Lanka.
The Narcotics Control Bureau has busted an international drug syndicate involved in trafficking Captagon, seizing approximately 227.7 kg of the 'jihadi drug' worth Rs 182 crore.
A woman in Kerala helped rescue a six-year-old girl from an alleged act of harassment aboard a train by videographing the accused's suspicious behaviour, which aided in his identification and arrest.
Gunshots fired at the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents' Dinner led to the evacuation of President Donald Trump and other senior officials, causing chaos and a security lockdown.
President Donald Trump and other top White House officials were evacuated unharmed from the annual White House Correspondents' dinner after a gunman opened fire outside the hotel ballroom. The suspect, identified as Cole Tomas Allen, has been arrested. World leaders have expressed relief that Trump and other guests were unharmed, emphasising that political violence has no place in a democracy.
A doctor in Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir, braved heavy snowfall and used an excavator to reach his hospital and attend to patients.
V D Satheesan was sworn in as Kerala's Chief Minister, with Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administering the oath of office. The swearing-in ceremony was attended by prominent political figures, including Congress leaders and Chief Ministers of Congress-ruled states.
Following a shooting incident near the White House Correspondents' Dinner, US lawmakers from both parties have condemned political violence and called for national unity. President Trump and other officials were evacuated unharmed.
US President Donald Trump and other top officials were evacuated unharmed from the annual dinner of the White House Correspondents' Association after a man armed with multiple weapons fired shots outside the hotel ballroom.
Following a shooting incident near the White House Correspondents' Dinner, US lawmakers from both parties condemned political violence, with President Trump calling for national unity.
Large parts of India are experiencing a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring to dangerous levels. Authorities have issued alerts and health advisories as the heatwave intensifies across multiple states.
The Battle of Laungewala fought in the Thar desert saw 120 soldiers heroically defend the Longewala post against a formidable Pakistani tank attack till first light brought IAF fighter jets. The air attack turned the desert into a graveyard of Pakistani tanks.
An auto-rickshaw driver in Hyderabad is being hailed as a hero after he bravely intervened to stop a notorious criminal from snatching a gold chain. Mohammed Zaher used his vehicle to block the perpetrator and resisted an assault until police arrived. His actions have been praised by the Hyderabad Police Commissioner.
Chennai Super Kings suffered a damaging defeat to Lucknow Super Giants as Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran and Akash Singh exposed tactical flaws and pushed CSK to the brink of IPL 2026 playoff elimination.
President Donald Trump praised the Secret Service for their swift response to a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, identifying the shooter as Cole Tomas and highlighting the need for enhanced security measures.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has offered his support to help bring peace to West Asia, praising the Iranian people for their resilience. This comes as Iran seeks to resolve the conflict with the US, following discussions with Pakistani and Omani leadership.
Bethell highlighted the influence of senior players like Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Dinesh Karthik. He said the tournament demands a high-tempo approach, where players must be aggressive and fearless.
Trump was swiftly evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner after a shooting incident near the venue.
Bollywood is gearing up for a romantic May, with a diverse slate of films including romcoms, historical epics and family dramas.
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has vowed strict action against law violators to curb the drug menace in the state, citing a recent drug bust involving a TDP MP and a former BRS MLA. He emphasised that the government will not spare anyone, regardless of their status, and highlighted the establishment of the EAGLE FORCE to combat drug-related crimes.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi paid tribute to the victims of the Pahalgam terrorist attack on its first anniversary, asserting India's unity against terrorism and its resolve to stand against forces of hatred and fear.
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay has made a historic debut in the Tamil Nadu assembly polls, securing a landslide victory in the Perambur constituency and leading his party to a strong performance across the state, with congratulatory messages pouring in from fellow film personalities.
