Davis Cup legend Mahesh Bhupathi praised youngster Dhakshineswar Suresh’s powerful serve after India edged the Netherlands 3-2 in Bengaluru. Bhupathi said the surface suited DK’s big game and called him exciting to watch... [Read More]
10 February,2026 09:33 AM IST | New Delhi | S KannanIndia secured a thrilling 3-2 Davis Cup Qualifier win over World No. 6 Netherlands, with 6’5” Madurai-born Dhakshineswar Suresh (DK) starring. DK won crucial singles and doubles rubbers, including the deciding fifth match, showcasing his potential as a future tennis star while college commitments in the US highlight the challenges ... [Read More]
10 February,2026 09:36 AM IST | New Delhi | S KannanOlympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra said the earlier stiffness of shooting jackets and trousers had bordered on “technological doping”, as the sport adapts new ISSF regulations to stay relevant in the Olympic programme. With lighter shooting gear now mandated and changes introduced in events like rapid-fire pistol... [Read More]
24 January,2026 08:12 AM IST | Palakkad | S KannanAs the World Shooting Championship concluded in Cairo on Tuesday, 2008 Beijing Olympics gold medallist Abhinav Bindra raises a toast to a young Team India, who finished third with three gold, six silver, and four bronze... [Read More]
19 November,2025 01:10 PM IST | Mumbai | S KannanIndia’s world champion 10m air pistol shooter Samrat Rana tells mid-day that the secret to his success is intense technical training, deep breathing, and the ability to ignore the scoreboard while pulling the trigger... [Read More]
14 November,2025 09:52 AM IST | Mumbai | S KannanHere’s a glimpse of the images captured by the Artemis II astronauts during their journey around the Moon. More photos from the mission have also been shared. (PICS/ NASA, AFP) (Text: AP)... [Read More]
08 April,2026 11:20 AM ISTWhen it comes to fashion, Saqib Saleem knows his taste, be it Western ensembles or ethnic wear. Every time the actor treats his fans with his fashion sense on his socials, you see that he is not following trends nor aesthetics, but he’s adding to them - big time! On his birthday, here’s looking at the times he set major fashion goals.... [Read More]
08 April,2026 11:15 AM ISTAs temperatures rise, we are eager to cool off with a flavourful burst (Story by Junisha Dama)... [Read More]
08 April,2026 10:38 AM ISTAs Allu Arjun celebrates his birthday, it’s the perfect moment to revisit the many looks that have cemented his reputation as Telugu cinema’s ultimate style icon. From his debut in Gangotri to becoming a pan-India sensation with blockbuster Pushpa franchise, his journey has been one of constant reinvention and growth.... [Read More]
08 April,2026 10:38 AM ISTRajasthan Royals defeated Mumbai Indians by 27 runs in a rain-curtailed match in Guwahati. RR put on a mammoth 150 runs on the board in 11 overs, as MI crumbled in the run chase. (Pics: PTI)... [Read More]
07 April,2026 12:31 AM 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]
07 April,2026 09:14 PM ISTRashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda`s wedding festivities seemingly refuse to end as the couple celebrated their union once again more than a month after thier marriage. The couple was recently seen visiting Coorg, Rashmika`s hometown, where they spent her birthday. Amid the birthday celebrations, they also hosted a wedding reception for Rashmika`s family, relatives and friends there, where the couple emraced her Kodava roots.... [Read More]
07 April,2026 07:32 PM ISTTwo children were killed and their mother was injured in a bomb attack in Manipur`s Bishnupur district on Tuesday, triggering protests by locals, police said. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
07 April,2026 06:58 PM ISTIran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has confirmed the death of its top intelligence figure, Majid Khademi, in a pre-dawn strike. The incident has sent shockwaves through Tehran, with officials directly accusing the United States and Israel of orchestrating a targeted operation against one of the country’s most critical security pillars. Khademi, believed to be at the core of Iran’s intelligence network, played a key role in shaping strategic operations within the IRGC. His elimination marks not just a high-profile loss, but a potential fracture in Iran’s intelligence command structure. Notably, Iranian authorities have withheld details regarding the exact location and conditions of the strike, adding to the growing speculation around the scale and precision of the attack.... [Read More]
08 April,2026 07:55 AM 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]
07 April,2026 11:58 AM ISTIsrael struck Iran’s South Pars petrochemical complex in Assaluyeh, part of the world’s largest natural gas field shared with Qatar. Explosions were reported, and power supply to several petrochemical units was disrupted after infrastructure linked to the facility was targeted. South Pars is a critical component of Iran’s energy production and a major source of revenue. The strike comes amid rising tensions over the Strait of Hormuz and a proposed ceasefire framework between the United States and Iran.... [Read More]
06 April,2026 09:15 PM ISTUS-Iran backchannel talks are moving toward a two-stage peace framework, with a ceasefire first, followed by a final agreement within 15 to 20 days. The proposed settlement, tentatively dubbed the “Islamabad Accord,” includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz, nuclear curbs, sanctions relief and release of frozen assets. However, Iran has rejected reopening the Strait of Hormuz during a temporary ceasefire, seeking guarantees against future US-Israel attacks before any major concession. The proposal is reportedly backed by Pakistan, China and the United States, with final in-person talks expected in Islamabad.... [Read More]
06 April,2026 08:39 PM ISTAmid Ukraine’s strikes on Russia’s energy infrastructure, a strike hit the Bilorichenska coal mine in Russian-controlled Luhansk, damaging a power substation and leaving 41 miners trapped underground. The blast disrupted electricity supply critical for ventilation, lighting and lift access inside the mine. ... [Read More]
06 April,2026 08:39 PM ISTAmid the Iran war, calls are growing in Washington to invoke the 25th Amendment after US President Donald Trump issued profanity-filled threats against Iran’s energy infrastructure. Several lawmakers criticized the remarks and questioned whether Section 4 of the constitutional provision should be considered. The 25th Amendment allows the Vice President and Cabinet to declare a president unable to discharge duties, temporarily transferring power.... [Read More]
06 April,2026 08:38 PM ISTAvinash Tiwary on Laila Majnu’s Cult Return & Playing the Ultimate Villain in O`Romeo | Ep 23 From the heartbreak of Laila Majnu to the gritty madness of Vishal Bhardwaj’s O’Romeo, Avinash Tiwary has seen it all. In Episode 23 of Bombay Film Story, he sits down with Mayank Shekhar to map out his incredible journey. Avinash reveals the "Kashmir Café" story—the grassroots movement that turned a 2018 box-office struggle into a 2024/25 cult phenomenon. He also gives us a masterclass on playing a villain, explaining how his character Jalal in O’Romeo draws inspiration from legendary icons like Mogambo and Langda Tyagi. ... [Read More]
06 April,2026 08:20 PM ISTA rapidly escalating situation across the Middle East is now spilling beyond traditional conflict zones. A fire at Sharjah’s Khor Fakkan Port in the UAE, reportedly triggered by debris from an intercepted Iranian projectile, has left multiple foreign nationals injured, raising fresh concerns about the widening fallout of ongoing hostilities. Meanwhile, Israel’s port city of Haifa has come under intense and repeated missile fire, with over ten locations reportedly targeted. Rescue teams continue search operations as casualties mount, with confirmed deaths and several individuals still missing under the rubble. In Lebanon, deadly strikes have rocked Beirut’s Jnah area and Ain Saadeh, killing civilians and injuring dozens more.... [Read More]
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