He is the Sports Editor at Mid-day and has covered big-ticket events for the organization like the 2015 Cricket World Cup, the 2008 Olympics, and several Asian Games; specialises in hockey. Twitter: @ashwinferro
Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey termed India’s 0-8 loss to Argentina in the FIH Pro League at Rourkela as “a bad day at the office,” backing the team to bounce back despite the humiliating defeat. Over 15,000 fans at the Birsa Munda Stadium witnessed India’s worst loss since the 2010 Commonwealth Games final ... [Read More]
14 February,2026 08:27 AM IST | Mumbai | Ashwin FerroMalad-based 15-year-old para archer Rutvi Lolge has received a world-class compound bow after her talent and struggles with inferior equipment were highlighted by mid-day. Backed by OGQ and supporters, the young archer now hopes to close the gap with the world’s best as she trains with elite gear to pursue her Olympic dream... [Read More]
09 February,2026 09:53 AM IST | Mumbai | Ashwin FerroAkshay Kumar’s Bhooth Bangla announcement video sparked backlash online, with netizens criticising the alleged use of AI-generated content. Many questioned Bollywood’s growing reliance on AI over human creativity... [Read More]
08 February,2026 09:59 AM IST | Mumbai | Ashwin FerroTeen para archer Rutvi Lolge, 15, had a memorable outing at the 7th NTPC Para Archery Championship in Patiala, where she faced her idol and world champion Sheetal Devi in the elimination round. Though Rutvi lost the match, she had no regrets, calling the experience inspiring and calming... [Read More]
03 February,2026 08:21 AM IST | Mumbai | Ashwin FerroSenior midfielder Manpreet Singh, forward Dilpreet Singh and goalkeeper Krishan Pathak may face a formal probe by Hockey India after being excluded from the 33-member core probables for the upcoming FIH Men’s Pro League due to disciplinary concerns. The issue reportedly occurred during India’s South Africa tour in December... [Read More]
31 January,2026 08:51 AM IST | Mumbai | Ashwin FerroEntertainment Top Stories: End your day with the most happening highlights. It`s time to relax and take a look at the latest news and events.... [Read More]
05 February,2026 07:24 PM ISTIn the second T20I match against Sri Lanka, England`s Jos Buttler achieved new feats. Here`s all you need to know (Pics: X)... [Read More]
02 February,2026 04:50 PM ISTNight temperatures rose across much of the Kashmir Valley as the 40-day harsh winter period of Chillai Kalan concluded, bringing relief from intense cold. Several areas, including Srinagar, recorded minimum temperatures above freezing, while Sonamarg remained the coldest spot. The region now enters Chillai Khurd, with another western disturbance likely to bring fresh wet weather (PICS/PTI)... [Read More]
30 January,2026 02:37 PM ISTIn the first T20I match against Team India, New Zealand`s Glenn Phillips achieved a new feat. Here`s all you need to know (Pic: X)... [Read More]
22 January,2026 04:29 PM ISTAhead of the third ODI match against New Zealand, Team India`s Rohit Sharma is set to achieve a new feat. Here is all you need to know (Pic: X)... [Read More]
16 January,2026 06:07 PM ISTShiv Sena (UBT) candidate Tulshiram Shinde along with party workers on Friday celebrated victory in the BMC Election 2026 from Ward No. 40 in Kurar area of Mumbai. Pics/Satej Shinde... [Read More]
16 January,2026 05:40 PM ISTRocking Star Yash and Radhika Pandit are among celebrated couples from the Sandalwood industry. While the actor became a household name post his stint in KGF, he makes sure to take time out and spend time with family. He has often shared glimpses of his times with wife Radhika and kids- Yatharv and Ayra. As Yash turns 40 on 8th January, let`s look at some adorable, pure-goal family moments of him... [Read More]
07 January,2026 09:46 PM ISTDeepika Padukone turned 40 on January 5, 2026. But the actress hosted a pre-birthday celebration called `A day of gratitude with Deepika Padukone` for her fans across the country last month. Glimpses from the heartwarming celebrations held at the Mahalaxmi Race Course in Mumbai are now surfacing online, and it`s all things adorable. From booking flight tickets to a scumptious spread of meals, selfies to a huge gift hampers, Deepika planned a day that was a dream come true for many of her fans. Here are some glimpses from her pre-birthday celebrations.... [Read More]
05 January,2026 01:51 PM ISTBorder Czar Tom Homan has officially declared an end to "Operation Metro Surge," announcing a full withdrawal of thousands of federal agents from Minnesota. Following a high-stakes meeting with President Trump, Homan confirmed that the massive enforcement blitz has reached its conclusion as a "significant success."... [Read More]
12 February,2026 01:36 AM ISTRussian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has officially declared the end of the "Special Military Operation" era. In a bombshell interview, Russia issued a "Full-Scale Military Response" ultimatum to Europe that raises fear for World War 3.... [Read More]
09 February,2026 12:20 AM ISTFollowing a decisive 30-minute phone call between the two leaders on February 2, 2026, the United States has officially reduced its reciprocal tariff rate on India from 25% to 18%, effective immediately. This move effectively scraps the 25% "punitive duty" previously linked to India’s Russian oil purchases, signaling a major de-escalation in trade tensions. However, the deal comes with explosive claims from the White House. President Trump stated on Truth Social that PM Modi has agreed to HALT all future purchases of Russian oil, pivoting instead toward US and potentially Venezuelan energy. While PM Modi hailed the tariff cut as a victory for "Made in India," the Indian side has yet to explicitly confirm the Russian oil exit or the staggering $500 Billion purchase commitment claimed by Washington.... [Read More]
03 February,2026 06:08 PM ISTA devastating explosion tore through the Le Constellation Bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, leaving chaos, destruction and heartbreak in its wake. Eyewitnesses report a massive blast ripping through the resort at night, with flames engulfing the bar as authorities raced to contain the fire. Preliminary reports suggest fireworks from a New Year event may have triggered the catastrophic incident, sparking a complex investigation by Swiss police and forensic teams. The tragedy has claimed around 40 lives and left over 115 injured, many of them young visitors enjoying the holiday season. Updates are still coming in, as emergency teams and forensic experts comb through the aftermath, seeking answers in what is now a national tragedy. WATCH ... [Read More]
02 January,2026 10:01 PM ISTRussian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi for a 2-day state visit, receiving an unusually personal welcome from Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Delhi airport — a signal of how strategically important the India–Russia partnership remains despite global tensions. Here’s a roundup on the agenda. ... [Read More]
04 December,2025 11:35 PM ISTA deadly crash in Oregon has sparked national outrage after an illegal migrant truck driver, Rajinder Kumar, caused the accident that killed newlyweds William Carter and Jennifer Lower on Highway 20. Federal officials say Kumar — who entered the U.S. illegally in 2022 — was granted a California CDL and a 2023 work permit, raising major questions about how undocumented drivers are operating 40-ton trucks on American highways.... [Read More]
03 December,2025 12:43 AM ISTA magnitude 4.0 earthquake rattled the San Jose, Gilroy area before dawn, sending vibrations across the corridor stretching from San Jose to Salinas. The USGS initially reported a higher magnitude, but early readings were revised downward as more precise data became available, giving residents and analysts a clearer picture of the quake’s impact. WATCH... [Read More]
26 November,2025 01:31 AM ISTA quiet Queens neighbourhood turned into a warzone overnight when a massive mob stormed the streets during an illegal car takeover. Residents say chaos erupted around 12:30 a.m. as dozens of cars poured into Malba — doing donuts, tearing up lawns, and blocking the streets.... [Read More]
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