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NEW DELHI Russian chess great Vladimir Kramnik has filed a defamation lawsuit against world governing body FIDE in a Swiss civil court, escalating an extraordinary dispute that has rocked the global chess community. The former world champion said he was forced to seek legal re
Packed calendar, continental Games, and Olympic pathways define a pivotal year ahead CHENNAI In sports, there is rarely a pause, and 2026 promises to be relentlessly action-packed for India. From marquee global tournaments to crucial continental Games, the year ahead will t
New Delhi The bilateral trade between India and the Maldives has grown more than threefold over the last eight years, with India’s exports doubling to 680 million in FY 2024–25 and imports from the Maldives taking a huge 20-fold leap to $119 million. Along with the rising flow
India is poised to enter the high-speed rail era, with its first Bullet Train expected by Independence Day 2027. New DelhiIndia is likely to witness a historic milestone in its transportation journey with the introduction of its first Bullet Train by August 15, 2027, according
New Delhi As Delhi’s air quality plunged further into the ‘severe’ category on Wednesday, Urban Development Minister Ashish Sood said the government is making “serious efforts” to tackle pollution, while urging neighbouring states to cooperate in reducing harmful emissions. T
KSRTC Political Dispute Thiruvananthapuram The controversy over city e-buses in Thiruvananthapuram intensified on Wednesday, as Kerala Transport Minister K.B. Ganesh Kumar responded to Mayor V.V. Rajesh’s allegations about the deployment of buses outside city limits. The
The release occurred at the Thailand-Cambodia border, with Thailand citing goodwill, confidence-building, and adherence to international humanitarian principles Bangkok Thailand released 18 Cambodian prisoners of war on Wednesday, fulfilling the terms of a ceasefire agreeme
New Delhi India batter Shreyas Iyer will miss the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand, starting January 11, as he is yet to receive medical clearance from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) following a serious spleen injury sustained in October.
New Delhi As the 2025 sporting season draws to a close, several of India’s standout performers in shooting and boxing continue to wait for recognition under the government’s flagship Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS), raising questions over selection criteria and timing at a
Jatinder Singh to lead revamped Oman squad into challenging T20 World Cup New Delhi Oman on Tuesday announced a 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, naming experienced batter Jatinder Singh as captain and wicketkeeper-batter Vinayak Shukla as his deputy. Th
Chemistry, consistency and belief propel Shikha Gautam and Ashwini Bhat to national glory Bengaluru Ashwini Bhat K admires Shikha Gautam’s explosive movement and relentless court coverage, while Shikha swears by Ashwini’s deceptive wrist work and sharp interceptions at the
Rising operational estimates raise doubts over AIFF budget viability for delayed ISL season Bengaluru Concerns over the financial feasibility of the upcoming Indian Super League (ISL) season have intensified after preliminary cost estimates for hosting part of the tournamen
Arsenal surge clear in title race while rivals falter on pivotal Premier League night London Arsenal tightened their grip on the Premier League title race by emphatically ending Aston Villa’s 11-game winning run with a dominant 4-1 victory, as Manchester United and Chelsea
Mumbai Australian all-rounders Ellyse Perry and Annabel Sutherland have withdrawn from the upcoming season of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), citing personal reasons, prompting their franchises to announce replacements ahead of the tournament beginning next month. Royal C
Chennai The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) was left stunned after the US Embassy in New Delhi sought clarification over a wrestling coach who claimed to have the federation’s sponsorship for a training camp in the United States, triggering suspicions of forgery and a poss
Chennai The Tamil Nadu government has decided to continue the full motor vehicle tax exemption for battery-operated vehicles until December 2027, giving a fresh boost to electric vehicle adoption in the state. Industries Minister T R B Rajaa announced the move for sharing the
Rare Don Bradman Baggy Green from landmark India series heads to auction Sydney A rare Baggy Green cap worn by legendary Australian batter Sir Donald Bradman during the historic 1947/48 home series against India will go under the hammer next month, offering collectors a uni
Indian stars surge upward in latest ICC update after dominant Sri Lanka series show Dubai India opener Shafali Verma and pacer Renuka Singh Thakur made significant gains in the latest ICC Women’s T20I Player Rankings, while seasoned all-rounder Deepti Sharma continued her r
