Rohit Sharma will be back in action for India in ODIs in October (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images) Rohit Sharma, India’s ODI captain, has never been one to shy away from a challenge with the bat. Asked which bowler he would most like to hit for six, the 37-year-old responded with trademark confidence. “Honestly, everyone!…
Rajgir: India’s players celebrate a goal during a Men’s Hockey Asia Cup 2025 match between India and Malaysia, in Rajgir, Bihar. (PTI Photo/Swapan Mahapatra) (PTI09_04_2025_000423A) Rajgir: The Indian men’s hockey team is just a step away from making it to the Asia Cup final, and standing in front of them is none other than China….
Kolkata Knight Riders (Photo by Prakash Singh/Getty Images) Kolkata Knight Riders, the three-time IPL champions who tasted success as recently as 2024 under captain Shreyas Iyer and mentor Gautam Gambhir, found themselves slipping into an underwhelming campaign in 2025. The defending champions finished eighth, a fall few saw coming.KKR have not tip-toed into the IPL…
The US waiver allowing additional purchases of Russian crude over baseload offers short-term relief. (AI image) US-Israel-Iran war impact on India: The Donald Trump administration’s move ‘granting’ waiver to purchase Russian crude in lieu of the de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz has important implications for India’s energy security. Around 90% of India’s…
CHANDIGARH: A day after Inderpreet Singh, alias Parry, a one-time trusted aide of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, was gunned down on a Chandigarh street, two audio clips, purportedly of Goldy Brar, Lawrence’s rival, were released Tuesday containing a threat to kill Lawrence to avenge the murder, intensifying fears of a gang war.While police are verifying the…
Even after the release of ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’, an earlier controversy linked to Ranveer Singh continues to follow the actor. Last year, when Ranveer imitated the Daiva (Bhoota Kola) ritual—associated with Rishab Shetty’s ‘Kantara Chapter 1’, it drew criticism from sections of the public who felt their religious sentiments were hurt.Ranveer Singh has reportedly told…
Mustafizur Rahman and IPL logo NEW DELHI: Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman’s sudden ouster from Kolkata Knight Riders has been termed “unfortunate” by IPL chairman Arun Singh Dhumal. Mustafizur, who was bought for Rs 9.5 crore ahead of the 2026 season, was released following instructions from the BCCI, sparking backlash and wider controversy. Watch Mike Hussey…
Silver prices soared Rs 6,000 on Tuesday to touch a lifetime high of Rs 1,85,000 per kilogram (inclusive of all taxes), extending their winning streak to the fifth straight session, according to trade data.The white metal had closed at Rs 1,79,000 per kg in the previous session. Traders attributed the sharp rally to strong festive…
Rohit Sharma (Video Grab) NEW DELHI: Rohit Sharma‘s return to domestic cricket was meant to be low-key — a training session, some quiet preparation and a walk back to the dressing room. Instead, his first Vijay Hazare Trophy outing in Jaipur delivered a reminder of the frenzy that still follows one of India’s biggest sporting…
Sachin Tendulkar and Steve Bucknor NEW DELHI: Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar reminisced about his on-field duels with Australian greats Glenn McGrath and the late spin maestro Shane Warne, while also sharing a light-hearted remark about former international umpire Steve Bucknor, who gave several controversial decisions against him during his career.During an ‘Ask Me Anything’…
