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AIFF proposes rebranding as Football Federation of Bharat amid World Cup
New Delhi While football fans worldwide are focused on the FIFA World Cup 2026, Indian football has generated headlines for a different reason after the All India Football Federation (AIFF) approved a proposal to change its name to the Football Federation of Bharat (FFB). T
From poverty to World Cup heroics: Beiranvand's remarkable rise inspires Iran
Los Angeles Iran goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand has emerged as one of the standout stories of the FIFA World Cup 2026, combining a heroic performance against Belgium with an extraordinary life journey that has taken him from poverty and homelessness to the pinnacle of world foo
Kapp shines as South Africa hand India first defeat in T20 World Cup
Intro All-round display from Kapp helps Proteas secure crucial Group A victory. Manchester An unbeaten 81 from star all-rounder Marizanne Kapp powered South Africa to a vital six-wicket victory over India in a Group A match of the Women's T20 World Cup in Manchester.
Stokes returns as England captain for third Test against New Zealand
Intro England boosted as Stokes and Atkinson return for crucial series decider. Nottingham England captain Ben Stokes and fast bowler Gus Atkinson have been recalled to the squad for the third and final Rothesay Test against New Zealand in Nottingham after completing sus
Harmanpreet becomes first cricketer to play 200 T20 internationals
Intro India captain achieves unprecedented milestone during Women's T20 World Cup clash. Manchester India captain Harmanpreet Kaur etched her name into cricket history by becoming the first player in international cricket, across both women's and men's formats, to featur
Meenakshi denies conspiracy within Cong over her RS nomination
Hyderabad AICC in-charge for Telangana, Meenakshi Natarajan, dismissed allegations that there was a conspiracy within the Congress party which resulted in her nomination for Rajya Sabha from Madhya Pradesh getting rejected. She accused the BJP of spreading misleading narrat
Yoga becomes world’s largest community celebration: PM
INTRO: Prime Minister highlights yoga’s global appeal, promoting unity, healthy ageing, wellness, and human potential worldwide. Kolkata Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that yoga has evolved into the world's largest community celebration, transcending geographic
Maha monsoon session opens amid political turmoil
Blurb: Political defections and monsoon concerns dominate Maharashtra legislature session as government and opposition prepare confrontations. Mumbai The three-week monsoon session of the Maharashtra Legislature is set to begin on Monday at the Vidhan Bhavan in Mumbai, with
Maha Guv joins Coast Guard in performing yoga
Mumbai Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev Varma on Sunday joined the senior officers of the Indian Coast Guard in performing yoga on the occasion of the International Day of Yoga at Lok Bhavan in Mumbai. This year the International Day of Yoga at Lok Bhavan was organised in co
Exhausted aspirants return for re-NEET across country
New Delhi The NEET re-examination, which can potentially alter the lives of 23 lakh aspirants, is underway. The May 3rd paper was cancelled. Several students, who were forced to retake the exam, expressed deep anguish and despair over the examination process. Scrambling throug
VP advocates daily yoga for healthy living
Intro: CP Radhakrishnan urges citizens to embrace yoga daily, promoting health, harmony, active ageing, and well-being. Leh Participating in the 12th International Yoga Day celebrations in Leh of Ladakh, Vice President CP Radhakrishnan called upon citizens across the countr
65 Year old yoga guru inspires generations
Blurb Sixty-five-year-old yoga guru Muralidhar Anantha Prabhu inspires the community, teaching complex asanas after four decades of practice and advocating for yoga in school curriculums. BELAGAVI Age is proving to be just a number for Muralidhar Anantha Prabhu, a local
Lokayukta registers 12 cases over irregularities in Bidar
Intro Karnataka Lokayukta has registered 12 suo motu cases in Bidar after finding irregularities across departments including transport, municipal services, and public facilities. Bidar The Karnataka Lokayukta has registered around 12 suo motu cases against various gover
MP Chowta seeks pedestrian-friendly master plan for Mangaluru
Intro Mangaluru MP Capt Brijesh Chowta urges Karnataka government to improve pedestrian safety in upcoming city master plan focus walkability Mangaluru Dakshina Kannada MP Capt Brijesh Chowta has urged the Karnataka government to prioritise pedestrian safety in the upcom
R. Ashok questions CM over past defection of 17 MLA’s
BELGAUM Opposition Leader R. Ashok has launched a sharp verbal attack on Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, dismissing his claims of following a "Chanakya-style" political strategy following the recent legislative council elections. Speaking to reporters in Belgaum, Ashok ridi
Murugarajendra Stadium hosts mass yoga session
Intro Thousands gathered at Murugarajendra Stadium for International Yoga Day, focusing on healthy aging and daily yoga practice. CHITRADURGA The 12th International Yoga Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm at the city’s Murugarajendra Stadium. Thousands of residents
Udupi remains safe amidst light rainfall
Blurb Udupi remains unaffected by severe weather as district officials report no casualties or infrastructure damage, with monsoon rainfall levels currently staying well within manageable limits. UDUPI The district administration has released a calm and positive prelimin