Nikhat Zareen. (PTI Photo) Indian women’s boxing is going through an interesting churn — the rise of fearless young contenders with concerns over dip in form of seasoned stars Nikhat Zareen and Lovlina Borgohain. As the countdown to major events like the CWG and Asian Games gathers pace, head coach Santiago Nieva reflects on the…
MS Dhoni (Image credit: CSK/IPL) As Chennai Super Kings prepare to face Mumbai Indians at the iconic Wankhede Stadium on April 23, 2026, the biggest question surrounding the clash is simple: Will MS Dhoni return to action?A definitive decision on Dhoni’s participation will only be made just before the toss on matchday. While he has…
A ruling by the Supreme Court of the United States on February 20 struck down the reciprocal tariffs introduced by Donald Trump. (AI image) India-US trade deal: The Indian delegation’s visit to America for trade deal talks has concluded and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has called New Delhi a ‘tough nut to crack’. The…
Inter Kashi are eighth in the ISL points table. (Image: AIFF) New Delhi: Antonio Habas used strong words after Inter Kashi went down 0-3 to Punjab FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) on April 20. The Inter Kashi manager congratulated Punjab FC after a strong show with goals from Samir Zeljkovic, Effiong Nsungusi Jr.,…
Who will replace Ayush Mhatre at no. 3? Chennai Super Kings have suffered a major setback in IPL 2026, with their in-form top-order batter Ayush Mhatre ruled out on Tuesday due to a hamstring tear sustained during their clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 18 in Hyderabad. Mhatre had been a key pillar at No.3…
The sustained fall in domestic production has pushed up reliance on imports. (AI image) Highlighting import dependence, India’s crude oil output has declined for the eleventh year in a row in 2025–26. Natural gas production has also slipped for the second consecutive year. The decline in output was largely due to depletion in older fields…
Kevin Pietersen fires back at Alastair Cook Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen launched a sharp rebuttal at Alastair Cook after the former England captain suggested that young batter Jacob Bethell should consider cutting short his IPL 2026 stint with Royal Challengers Bengaluru and return to county cricket.Cook had argued that Bethell, despite his immense talent,…
Sri Lanka fast bowler Nuwan Thushara (Image: IANS) Sri Lanka fast bowler Nuwan Thushara has withdrawn his legal case against Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), bringing an end to a high-profile dispute over his participation in IPL 2026.Thushara had earlier moved the Colombo District Court after SLC refused to grant him a No Objection Certificate (NOC),…
The ministry of petroleum and natural gas on Thursday dismissed reports of a possible hike in petrol and diesel prices, calling them “fake news” and aimed at creating unnecessary panic among citizens.In a post on X, the ministry said, “There are some news reports suggesting a price hike of petrol and diesel. It is hereby…
Chelsea’s head coach Liam Rosenior (AP Photo) Chelsea FC have sacked head coach Liam Rosenior less than four months into his tenure, bringing a swift and dramatic end to a spell marred by historic underachievement.The decision came in the wake of a 3-0 defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion — a result Rosenior himself branded…