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‘A morning I will cherish’: Raghav Chadha meets PM Modi, shares photos from ‘enriching’ meeting | Delhi Mercedes crash kills 70-year-old woman: Cop’s son behind wheel, beer bottle found | Indian-origin woman accused of ‘visa fraud’ on X: US Attorney steps in with major clarification | US Senate passes Russia sanctions bill: India can face Trump’s 100% tariff threat | Expired meat, rotten vegetables found at Bengaluru's luxury hotels, legal action begins | 'I'm ready to be humiliated': Vijay, Udhayanidhi Stalin clash in Tamil Nadu Assembly over Cauvery dispute | 'They don't need Mohan Bhagwat's certificate': Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's sharp reply to RSS chief's Gen Z remark | 'Students, Gen Z, ask me anything': Rahul Gandhi launches Instagram Q&A, responds to Jharkhand protest | PM Modi goes Gen Z, urges Indians to share 'Get Ready With Me' videos on National Handloom Day | Former Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal sentenced to 10-year jail term in 2013 rape case as Bombay HC overturns acquittal

Kolkata duo make history! Sagnik Roy and Sayantan Kushari win India’s first-ever gold at World Bridge Championship in China

Aug 08, 2026, at 09:30 pm

Hefei/Kolkata/IBNS: City based Sagnik Roy and Sayantan Kushari made India proud bagging the gold in the Under 31 pairs final of 9th World Youth Transnational Bridge Championship held at Hefei, China on Saturday, according to Bridge Federation of India secretary Debasish Ray.

Rockstar Games to unveil new GTA 6 footage on Netflix before official YouTube release

Aug 07, 2026, at 03:37 pm

Rockstar Games and streaming platform Netflix have announced a partnership that will led to the premiere of an extensive look of its much-awaited Grand Theft Auto VI this month.

India finishes 4th at Commonwealth Games 2026 with 39 medals despite missing medal-rich sports

Aug 03, 2026, at 01:18 pm

Glasgow/IBNS: India signed off its campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with a fourth-place finish in the overall medal standings, collecting 39 medals, including 13 gold, 17 silver and nine bronze.

Pakistan's historic woman boxer reveals why India's Mary Kom is her biggest inspiration

Aug 02, 2026, at 02:40 pm

Indian Olympic medallist and boxing icon MC Mary Kom has inspired generations of young athletes across the country. Now, an inspiring story has emerged from Pakistan, where Commonwealth Games medallist Fatima Zahra has credited the Indian legend for motivating her boxing journey.

CWG 2026: India strikes Gold twice as boxing stars Preeti Pawar, Jaismine shine; Medal tally hits 30

Aug 01, 2026, at 05:28 pm

India delivered an impressive performance at the Commonwealth Games on Saturday, securing multiple medals across various disciplines and strengthening its position in the medals table.

Who are Asmita Dey and Harsh Singh? The duo behind India's first-ever Commonwealth Games judo golds

Aug 01, 2026, at 11:27 am

Glasgow/IBNS: Asmita Dey and Harsh Singh scripted history for Indian sport by winning the country's first-ever Commonwealth Games gold medals in judo.

Double delight for India! Neeraj Chopra wins silver, Yashvir Singh bags bronze at CWG

Aug 01, 2026, at 09:14 am

Indian Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra produced a commanding performance under testing conditions to win the silver medal in the men's javelin throw event at the ongoing Commonwealth Games on Friday.

Blue out, saffron in: Hockey India breaks silence after jersey row erupts

Jul 30, 2026, at 02:09 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Hockey India has defended its decision to change the colour of the Indian men's and women's national hockey team jerseys after the move triggered widespread criticism, with former captain Viren Rasquinha calling it "embarrassing".

Ajinkya Rahane retires from international cricket: 'Melbourne hero' reveals what's next after Team India

Jul 30, 2026, at 11:50 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Indian cricketer Ajinkya Rahane, one of India's most accomplished Test batters, on Thursday announced his retirement from international cricket.

From abusive marriage to Commonwealth glory: Sharmila Dhankar's gold-winning journey will leave you inspired

Jul 28, 2026, at 10:21 am

Sharmila Dhankar proved that determination can triumph over adversity as the Indian para-athlete scripted history by winning a gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, becoming the country's first-ever para-athletics gold medallist at the event.

Records shattered! Mirabai Chanu delivers India's first Gold at CWG 2026

Jul 26, 2026, at 11:19 pm

India's wait for a gold medal at the ongoing Commonwealth Games came to an end on Sunday as star weightlifter Mirabai Chanu delivered a record-breaking performance to clinch the women's 48kg title in Glasgow.

CWG: Chanambam Rishikanta Singh wins silver in men's 60 kg weightlifting

Jul 26, 2026, at 08:22 pm

India's wait for a CWG gold medal was prolonged after Chanambam Rishikanta Singh settled for the second position in the men's 60kg weightlifting on Sunday.

How Team India's medical unit is helping athletes stay Games-ready in Glasgow

Jul 26, 2026, at 06:42 pm

Glassgow: As India's athletes chase medals at the Commonwealth Games, a team of doctors and physiotherapists is working behind the scenes to keep competitors fit, manage injuries and ensure they remain ready to perform throughout the event.

Kolkata on the brink of hosting Brazil in blockbuster international friendly: Reports

Jul 25, 2026, at 04:36 pm

The excitement of the FIFA World Cup may be over, but football fans in India could soon have another major spectacle to look forward to, with Brazil reportedly set to visit Kolkata for an international friendly in October.

ICC World Test Championship Final has been finalised? Guess the historic stadium which will host the grand event

Jul 24, 2026, at 06:46 pm

The Oval in London has been confirmed as the venue for next year's ICC World Test Championship Final, which will be played from Wednesday, 9 June to Sunday, 13 June.

FIFA to investigate Argentina's conduct after fiery World Cup final

Jul 21, 2026, at 12:34 am

Spain lifted the FIFA World Cup 2026 title after edging Argentina 1-0 in an extra-time thriller, but the final was overshadowed by ugly post-match scenes that reportedly prompted FIFA to open an investigation into Argentina's conduct.

Watch: Trump's awkward World Cup moment goes viral as Infantino leads him off Spain's celebration podium

Jul 20, 2026, at 10:02 am

An awkward moment during the FIFA World Cup final presentation ceremony went viral after US President Donald Trump appeared to remain on the podium as Spain celebrated its title triumph on Sunday night.

Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win FIFA World Cup 2026

Jul 20, 2026, at 03:53 am

Spain are world champions again. A goal in the 106th minute — deep into extra time — gave Spain a 1-0 victory over Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, delivering La Roja their second world title and confirming their status as the most complete footballing nation on the planet right now. 

10 goals, a Saka hat-trick, Mbappé's historic record—England beat France 6-4 in World Cup bronze clash

Jul 19, 2026, at 05:03 am

England secured third place at the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a dramatic 6-4 victory over France in Miami, where Bukayo Saka produced a brilliant hat-trick, and Kylian Mbappé became the competition's all-time leading goal-scorer.

Cricket loses a giant: West Indies legend Sir Garfield Sobers dies at 89

Jul 18, 2026, at 12:51 pm

Cricket legend and former West Indies captain Sir Garfield Sobers passed away at the age of 89 on Friday, according to media reports.

Shakira hails Lionel Messi ahead of World Cup final, says he is 'beyond extraordinary'

Jul 17, 2026, at 10:35 pm

Music superstar Shakira has paid an emotional tribute to Lionel Messi ahead of Argentina's FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Spain, calling the football icon "beyond extraordinary" and praising his dedication, discipline and longevity.

UK urges FIFA probe after Argentina players display Falklands banner after World Cup semifinal win

Jul 16, 2026, at 09:49 pm

The British government has called on FIFA to investigate Argentina's national football team after several players displayed a banner asserting Argentina's claim over the Falkland Islands during celebrations following their FIFA World Cup semifinal victory over England, media reports said.

Argentina stun England with late rally to storm into FIFA World Cup 2026 final

Jul 16, 2026, at 03:15 am

Defending champions Argentina produced a dramatic late comeback to defeat England 2-1 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final, earning a place in Sunday's (Monday, July 20, 12:30 am Indian time) title clash against Spain at New York New Jersey Stadium.

Erling Haaland’s World Cup run ends, but his name is now winning hearts in Peru

Jul 15, 2026, at 04:51 pm

Erling Haaland's golden run at the FIFA World Cup may have ended with Norway's exit, but his impact continues to be felt across the globe, particularly in Peru.

'Tonight's defeat is hard to take': Emmanuel Macron reacts after France crash out of World Cup, congratulates Spain

Jul 15, 2026, at 11:22 am

Arlington/IBNS: French President Emmanuel Macron congratulated Spain on reaching the FIFA World Cup 2026 final while expressing solidarity with the French national team after their semifinal exit.

Spain cruise past France to storm into FIFA World Cup 2026 final with clinical 2-0 victory

Jul 15, 2026, at 03:04 am

Spain delivered an accomplished performance to defeat France 2-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final at Dallas Stadium, securing a place in Sunday's final.

West Bengal Assembly Speaker Rathindra Bose Visits Himalayan Mountaineering Institute in Darjeeling

Jul 14, 2026, at 06:29 pm

Darjeeling: West Bengal Legislative Assembly Speaker Rathindra Bose paid tribute to mountaineering legend Tenzing Norgay during his visit to the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI), one of Asia’s premier adventure training institutes, in Darjeeling.

This isn't just France vs Spain—It's a clash of two civilizations through football

Jul 14, 2026, at 06:14 pm

When France and Spain walk onto the pitch for the first World Cup semifinal at Dallas Stadium, they would carry far more than tactics, formations or medal ambitions. They carry centuries of history, distinct cultural identities and competing ideas of nationhood that would circumvent the classic rivalry between Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal.

Norway-England FIFA WC clash: Haaland left furious after Sorloth ignores him in costly World Cup moment

Jul 12, 2026, at 02:13 pm

The FIFA World Cup witnessed a potentially decisive moment when Alexander Sorloth opted not to pass to teammate Erling Haaland during Norway's high-octane quarter-final clash against England on Saturday.

Argentina edge 10-man Switzerland in extra time to set up FIFA World Cup semi-final against England

Jul 12, 2026, at 09:49 am

Argentina produced a clinical extra-time display to defeat 10-man Switzerland 3-1 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final at Kansas City Stadium, booking a blockbuster semi-final meeting with England.