Chennai Super Kings’ MS Dhoni (PTI photo) There is still no clear timeline around MS Dhoni’s return as Chennai Super Kings continue to navigate IPL 2026 without their former captain. Dhoni had suffered a calf injury just before the start of the season, and while the franchise initially indicated a two-week recovery period, his absence…
Iran denies reopening Hormuz amid US blockade Iran declared that reopening the Strait of Hormuz is not possible as long as the US blockade of Iranian ports continues. Iran’s parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, said that any ceasefire between Tehran and Washington is meaningless unless the naval blockade and what he called the “hostage-taking” of…
NEW DELHI: On the first anniversary of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that claimed lives of 26 tourists, the Indian Army has issued a stern warning to the perpetrators of terrorism, asserting that when the “boundaries of humanity are crossed, the response is decisive”.Taking to social media, the Army warned that any misdeeds against…
NEW DELHI: As part of a comprehensive set of recommendations to the government towards creation of a “survivor-centric framework”, the National Commission for Women has flagged the need for setting up a national acid attack case tracking registry linking FIR, medical care, compensation and rehabilitation. It has also sought the integration of online FIR systems…
Alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar has written a handwritten letter to actor Jacqueline Fernandez, reacting to her recent move to turn approver in the ongoing Rs 200 crore money laundering case.The letter, dated April 21, 2026, has surfaced online and was shared by IANS.Addressing Jacqueline with affectionate nicknames like “Baby Botta Bomma” and “My Jackie Sukesh…
LSG suffer shocking 40-run defeat to RR (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: Lucknow Super Giants’ batting collapsed in shocking fashion as they lost to Rajasthan Royals by 40 runs in an IPL match on Wednesday. Chasing 160, LSG were bowled out for 119 in 18 overs after failing to handle pressure and throwing away their wickets…
LSG suffer shocking 40-run defeat to RR (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: Lucknow Super Giants skipper Rishabh Pant admitted that his team’s batting collapse is becoming the biggest concern after they suffered their fifth defeat in seven matches, a 40-run loss to Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026.“I think it is difficult to explain. Like it’s definitely…
Germany expects to finalise a major $8 billion submarine cooperation agreement with India “soon,” Berlin’s defence minister Boris Pistorius said on Wednesday.“I am very, very confident that I will be able to sign it soon,” Pistorius told Reuters, adding that he expected the deal to be concluded within the next three months.The proposed $8 billion…
Lucknow Super Giants’ skipper Rishabh Pant (ANI Photo) It was another disappointing outing for Rishabh Pant as the Lucknow Super Giants captain failed yet again in the chase against Rajasthan Royals.Pant was dismissed for a three-ball duck, falling early in the innings to Nandre Burger in just the second over. The dismissal reflected the pressure…
The debate over the impact of AI on jobs is intensifying, with Nobel Prize-winning economist Daron Acemoglu challenging Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei’s prediction that half of entry-level office hobs could be eliminated. Amodei has long warned of a looming ‘white-collar bloodbath’, but Acemoglu believes that such forecasts may underestimate the complexity of many office roles….
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: Teen sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues to grab headlines in IPL 2026, not just for his explosive batting but also for the admiration he’s drawing from seasoned stars. The latest to weigh in is Aiden Markram, who couldn’t help but marvel at the youngster’s power-hitting ability at such a tender…
As Tamil Nadu is set to vote on Thursday, the assembly elections are emerging as a crucial political contest, one that could put the resilience of the state’s long-dominant Dravidian model to the test.Several constituencies are set to be closely watched in Tamil Nadu. MK Stalin seeks to retain Kolathur, while Udhayanidhi Stalin faces a…
