P V Sindhu became the country's first-ever woman silver medal winner in the Olympic Games after coming second best against world champion Carolina Marin of Spain in a pulsating clash for the gold in the badminton singles on Day 14 of competition.
'When so many noted universities -- including the likes of Harvard and the University of California -- are spending their resources on studying the world of GoT, it is fun to assess whether this fictional universe conforms with the laws of our real universe,' says Kumar Abhishek.
If City win their next league game at Everton on March 31 that will set up a Manchester derby at City's Etihad Stadium where a win over their arch-rivals would secure the title.
Diageo on Thursday took full control of South African beer maker United National Breweries.
Jeev Milkha Singh was tied 11th, returning one-under 71 after 54 holes at the Johnnie Walker Classic.
You don't have to be a Star Wars nerd to enjoy its poignant pursuit of virtue, feels Sukanya Verma.
First there was Rugby Sevens then Twenty/20 cricket; now make way for PowerPlay golf.
News of that transpired on and off the football field
Vasili Berezutski struck in added time as Russia, second best for long periods, rescued a draw from their UEFA EURO 2016 opener against England in a Group B clash at Stade Velodrome in Marseille.
Photographs from moments that shaped the world last week.
From Katy Perry to Nicki Minaj and Jennifer Lopez... you tell us, who is the most outrageous of them all?
'If this is how the audience likes me, I will continue doing it.'
There's only one thing better than photos of animals, and that's funny photos of animals. The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards is back and they have announced its finalists. In addition to providing some light-hearted relief, the competition also aims to highlight the important message of wildlife conservation. From shopping responsibly by avoiding plastics and palm oil to restricting water use at home, this year's contest is aimed at making people think about the animals on the planet - as well as laughing at them. The winners will be announced on November 13.
Force India are now 99 points clear of fifth-placed Williams, and 165 behind third-placed Red Bull, with a maximum 86 remaining to be won.
'India was 10 years old when Guru Dutt made Pyaasa, but even at that young age, its poets -- including the film's lyricist Sahir Ludhianvi -- appeared disappointed with the direction the country was taking.'
At the heart of Friday's case lay an ICICI Bank loan owed by Mallya's Watson and CASL, for which Diageo stepped in as a backstop so that it could be refinanced by Standard Chartered Bank.
Six athletes from the track and field, shooting and weightlifting disciplines were on Wednesday inducted into the Target Olympic Podium Scheme, with the Sports Ministry including discus thrower Seema Punia and leaving out seasoned shooter Gagan Narang.
Liverpool did not reveal the transfer fee but Southampton announced it was "a new world-record for a defender" with English media reporting that it was a 75 million pounds ($100.49 million) deal.
Gaurav Ghei hit a 40-footer for birdie to compile a record-equalling round of eight-under 64 at the Johnnie Walker Classic.
Did you know the estate that hosts the royal celebration is open to the public?
Ricky Ponting and John Wright inspect the wicket at the Melbourne Telstra Dome.
Graeme Smith and Shaun Pollock will captain the Rest of the World XI Test and ODI teams respectively.
The Indian golfing ace eclipsed Fred Couples and Craig Parry with an impressive four-under-par 68 on day 1 of the Johnnie Walker Classic.
The South African has been appointed as the manager of the ICC World XI teams for the Super series.
'What made him different was that he was not a banker at all by temperament.' 'He was a businessman, a typical lalaji at that.' 'He had to win at any cost.'
The Indian golfer carded a seven-under-par 66 to share the lead with Scotsman Kenny Walker after the first round in the Double A International Open.
Tracy McGrady scored 37 points as the Houston Rockets fought back from three losses to beat the Dallas Mavericks 101-83 in the NBA playoffs on Thursday.
Jyoti Randhawa has been paired with defending champion Miguel Angel Jimenez and Peter O' Malley in the opening round of the Johnnie Walker Classic Golf.
Amandeep Johl and Jyoti Randhawa will feature in the Johnnie Walker Classic beginning at the Pine Valley Golf Resort
Bush's remains will lie in state in the US Capitol Rotunda till Wednesday, when he will be honoured with state funeral at the Washington National Cathedral.
Kane takes to world stage as England edge past Tunisia
He, along with Harbhajan Singh, Irfan Pathan and Mohammad Kaif, had walked the ramp for a designer duo at the Lakme India Fashion Week.
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