Ex-India spinner and selector V Raju, who watched Punjab’s Abhishek Sharma hammer his way to a 52-ball 148 vs Bengal, says the manner in which the left-hander dealt with experienced bowlers like Shami and Deep was incredible ... [Read More]
01 December,2025 10:10 AM IST | Hyderabad | N Jagannath DasPurnima Rau, who led Indian women’s cricket team to its first international title in 1995 at NZ, recalls hardships... [Read More]
08 November,2025 08:15 AM IST | Hyderabad | N Jagannath DasCharani made her India debut in April this year against Sri Lanka and has since played 18 ODIs (including eight in the World Cup) and five T20Is... [Read More]
04 November,2025 05:30 PM IST | Hyderabad | N Jagannath DasVarma’s unbeaten 53-ball 69 against Pakistan in the final at Dubai was the outcome of his sheer temperament, for which he credited Bayash... [Read More]
01 October,2025 08:53 AM IST | Hyderabad | N Jagannath DasIn an exclusive chat, Salam Bayash, the cricket coach who spotted Tilak Varma as a pre-teen talent house, tells mid-day about the deep focus and staunch temperament that made the latter Sunday’s match-winning batsman... [Read More]
30 September,2025 09:14 AM IST | Hyderabad | N Jagannath DasLucknow Super Giants defeated the Kolkata Knight Riders in a thrilling match at the Eden Gardens. Mukul Choudhary was the star of the show as he single handedly guide the visitors to an iconic victory (Pic: AFP)... [Read More]
09 April,2026 11:29 PM ISTThe Mumbai Cricket Association unveiled the Ravi Shastri Stand at Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, honouring the former India coach’s contribution. Gates were also named after Diana Edulji, Eknath Solkar and Dilip Sardesai for their impact on Mumbai and Indian cricket. (Pics/Ashish Raje)... [Read More]
09 April,2026 09:59 PM ISTThe Kolkata Knight Riders scored 181 runs at the end of their innings against the Lucknow Super Giants. After a strong start, KKR lost their way in the middle as they lost constant wickets. However, a 70-run partnership in the end propelled the hosts to 181 runs in 20 overs (Pic: PTI)... [Read More]
09 April,2026 09:22 PM ISTSpotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day.... [Read More]
09 April,2026 09:25 PM ISTDays after celebrating her 30th birthday in her hometown, Coorg, with her close family, Rashmika Mandanna has now shared glimpses of the celebrations on her social media. Describing her day, she wrote, "My 30th birthday was kinda different this time. Went back home after a while. Went to the temple I’ve grown up going to." She also revealed that she even visited her school, caught up with old friends, and hosted a dinner for people who have blessed her from childhood.... [Read More]
09 April,2026 09:06 PM ISTMumbai’s popular landmarks, Marine Drive and Gateway of India, saw sparse crowds as the city on Thursday continued experience scorching afternoon heat. Pics/Ashish Raje... [Read More]
09 April,2026 06:34 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced six guarantees for Bengal if the BJP wins the Assembly polls and sought the ouster of the "`nirmam`" (cruel) TMC government, accusing it of "setting new parameters of development debacle and pulling the state back". (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
09 April,2026 05:32 PM ISTPolling in all the 140 Assembly constituencies in Kerala commenced at 7 am on Thursday. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
09 April,2026 05:21 PM ISTIran has warned that the fragile ceasefire with the United States could collapse after Israeli strikes in Lebanon. President Masoud Pezeshkian said continued attacks would render negotiations meaningless and declared Iran’s “fingers on the trigger.” Tehran also signaled pressure around the Strait of Hormuz, limiting vessel movement and raising concerns over global oil supply. Oil prices jumped as markets reacted to the escalating tensions. Talks in Pakistan aim to stabilize the situation, but the ceasefire remains under serious strain.... [Read More]
09 April,2026 09:21 PM ISTDonald Trump has blasted NATO yet again, accusing the alliance of failing to support the United States during the Iran conflict. In a series of fiery posts, Trump warned that allies who did not back Washington could face consequences, raising fears of a potential US exit from NATO. The White House has also discussed plans to punish “unhelpful” NATO members by moving American troops out of their countries. Around 84,000 US troops are currently stationed across Europe, and any redeployment could dramatically reshape the alliance’s security structure.... [Read More]
09 April,2026 09:20 PM ISTHezbollah has released footage claiming it targeted an Israeli Navy vessel using Noor anti-ship cruise missiles. The video surfaced after the group fired rockets toward northern Israel, citing Israeli violations of the ceasefire. The escalation follows large scale Israeli strikes across Lebanon and growing confusion over whether Lebanon was included in the US Iran ceasefire. The footage has intensified tensions along the Israel Lebanon border as both sides trade warnings.... [Read More]
09 April,2026 08:29 PM ISTPakistan has found itself at the center of a major diplomatic storm after conflicting claims emerged over whether Lebanon was included in the US Iran ceasefire. US Vice President JD Vance said Iranian negotiators may have misunderstood the scope of the agreement, adding that the ceasefire applied to Iran and US allies but not Lebanon. However, Pakistan had earlier announced that the truce applied everywhere including Lebanon. Hours later, Israel carried out strikes in Lebanon, raising questions about whether the ceasefire terms were miscommunicated. The confusion has put Pakistan’s mediation role under scrutiny as tensions remain high.... [Read More]
09 April,2026 08:28 PM ISTIsrael claims it has killed Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem in massive overnight airstrikes on Beirut, marking a dramatic escalation in the Israel–Lebanon conflict. The IDF says Qassem’s personal secretary Ali Yusuf Kharshi was also eliminated in the same wave of strikes, along with multiple weapons storage sites, launchers, and command centres. According to Israel, around 10 Hezbollah military locations were targeted, including strategic crossings used to transfer weapons south of the Litani River. If confirmed, Qassem’s death would deal a major blow to the Iran-backed group, which already lost longtime leader Hassan Nasrallah in a previous Israeli strike.... [Read More]
09 April,2026 08:28 PM ISTAn early morning fire broke out at the iconic Rio Olympic Velodrome, sending flames racing across the arena’s fabric roof and triggering a massive emergency response. Fire crews rushed to the scene at approximately 4:17 AM, deploying over 80 firefighters and multiple vehicles to contain the blaze before it could spread further. The fire, which originated within the roof structure, was swiftly brought under control by the Rio de Janeiro State Military Fire Department, preventing what could have escalated into a major disaster. WATCH... [Read More]
09 April,2026 04:56 PM ISTIntelligence inputs suggest that Mojtaba Khamenei is currently in critical condition and under intensive medical care in Qom, a city central to Iran’s religious and political structure. Reports indicate he may be incapacitated and unable to participate in governance during a period of heightened regional conflict. A memo reportedly shared among Gulf allies, attributed to US and Israeli-backed assessments, claims Mojtaba Khamenei is unconscious. These developments come amid growing uncertainty within Iran’s leadership following the reported death of Ali Khamenei in an early-stage wartime strike. Qom has now emerged as the focal point of both treatment and strategic developments, with intelligence tracking preparations that include the construction of a large mausoleum. WATCH... [Read More]
08 April,2026 03:54 PM ISTTensions surrounding Iran and US involvement took a sharper turn as US President Donald Trump used a public appearance during the White House Easter event to call out what he described as the “misuse” of American support. Speaking during the annual Easter Egg Roll, Trump raised serious concerns over reports that weapons allegedly sent to support Iranian protesters never reached their intended recipients. Instead, he suggested that certain groups may have diverted or withheld the aid, triggering strong warnings from the president. Trump went a step further, issuing a 48-hour ultimatum directed at the Iranian regime, linking the situation to broader instability in the Strait of Hormuz. The remarks have added a new layer of controversy, especially around US involvement in the region, the role of proxy groups, and the risks tied to arms distribution in conflict zones. Trump’s warning that those responsible would “pay a big price” underscores the seriousness of the allegations and the potential for escalation. WATCH... [Read More]
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