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RCB takeover: Aditya Birla, Times of India-led consortium buys IPL team at $1.8 bn valuation

Blackstone and Bolt Ventures join the big IPL deal as United Spirits exits, showing rising global investor interest in franchise cricket.

Safety measures there to handle extreme scenarios; Cyprus safe for Candidates: FIDE

New Delhi, Mar 25 (PTI) The International Chess Federation (FIDE) on Wednesday sought to downplay security concerns surrounding the upcoming Candidates Tournament in...

‘The boys are pumped’: J&K skipper Paras Dogra on life post Ranji & a regret that no longer weighs heavy

Veteran captain of traditional also-rans credits Bishan Singh Bedi and Irfan Pathan, also now only the third to score 10,000 Ranji runs.

Considering my lean frame, I thought I won’t be able to run with a pole: Baranica

Bhubaneswar, Mar 24 (PTI) Exactly 10 years ago, Baranica Elangovan was wondering whether her lean frame would be able to carry a heavy...

Compound men dominate as India top six events in Asia Cup Stage 1 qualifiers

Bangkok, Mar 24 (PTI) India’s young recurve archers rose to the occasion while the seasoned compound men stamped their authority, as the country...

ACT hockey to be held in Punjab for first time, announces CM Mann

Chandigarh, Mar 24 (PTI) The upcoming Asian Champions Trophy will be hosted by Punjab in October this year, announced chief minister Bhagwant Mann...

Mumbai Cricket Association to launch fast bowling talent hunt from March 30

Mumbai, Mar 24 (PTI) The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Tuesday announced the launch of “Mumbai Fast,” a dedicated talent hunt programme aimed...

Aizawl FC stage splendid comeback to beat Chanmari FC in IFL

Aizawl, Mar 24 (PTI) Aizawl FC staged a stunning second-half comeback to overturn a two-goal deficit and secure a thrilling 3-2 victory over...

AIFF decides against retaining women’s team coach Valverde, wants Indian successor

New Delhi, Mar 24 (PTI) The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Tuesday decided against renewing the contract of Indian women's team's head...

Rinku Singh named KKR vice-captain, franchise signals future leadership shift

Kolkata, Mar 24 (PTI) Three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders on Tuesday appointed explosive batter Rinku Singh as their vice-captain for IPL 2026, underlining...

On Camera

India’s cultural narrative abroad is overwhelming

Rather than presenting the full spectrum of Indian culture at once, a more strategic approach would be to identify one globally intelligible cultural lane & invest in it consistently.

Two Indian LPG tankers exit Hormuz choke point, 20 vessels remain stuck

With 20 vessels still stranded near Hormuz, govt fast-tracks PNG connections and focuses on raising LPG output

India-Japan to finalise deal to co-develop & co-produce UNICORN mast ‘soon’, says Japanese envoy

The countries signed a memorandum for co-development of UNICORN masts in November 2024. India has been second Asian nation to have such an agreement with Tokyo, after Philippines.

The Vishwaguru delusion, mine vs yours, is ruining our view of the world

One side thinks India is punching way above its weight. The other thinks Modi has undermined India and it punches below its strength. Both are wrong.