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Suryakumar Yadav was big news for TV anchors—his handshake snub to birthday wishes to Modi

On ABP News, Sandeep Chaudhary asked if it’s money or the bid to host the Olympics that forced India to play against Pakistan.

Asia Cup match referee Pycroft has history with Pakistan. He has called out their chuckers

Pakistan Cricket Board has filed complaint with ICC alleging that Pycroft asked Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha, at time of toss, not to shake hands with his Indian counterpart.

SC Waqf interim order strikes a balance between legislative wisdom and individual rights

ThePrint view on the most important issues.

Asia Cup: India beats Pakistan by 7 wickets, Suryakumar skips post-match handshake

India chased 128 runs in 15.5 overs. The Indian skipper said the team stands by families of victims of Pahalgam attack, and give armed forces more reasons to smile whenever possible.

‘Can blood & cricket go together?’ It’s Sena vs Sena over India vs Pakistan Asia Cup match

India will be playing Pakistan Sunday in an Asia Cup fixture in UAE. Shiv Sena (UBT) has called for its cancellation, while the Shinde-led party has not stated its stance yet.

In Asia Cup, India hope Shubhman-Suryakumar duo clicks before T20 World Cup

Before the 2026 T20 World Cup, the tournament in UAE gives India a chance to fine tune team balance & explore some combinations. Men in Blue start as firm favourites once again.

Bumrah is India’s most used bowler. Stats show team’s bowling brain is also its workhorse

While Bumrah has faced criticism for missing 'big' matches, a look at his bowling numbers show he has silently carried India’s pace attack on his shoulders over the years.

As cricketer Hanuma Vihari walks off Andhra pitch again to pad up for Tripura, YSRCP & TDP trade blame

Vihari had announced exit from Andhra Cricket Association last year too, alleging political interference when YSRCP was in power. Ruling TDP now under fire for the same.

Mumbai to host ICC Women’s World Cup matches, replaces Bengaluru

ICC Chairman Jay Shah believes DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai is an ideal venue for women's cricket. The tournament is set to begin on 2 November.

SubscriberWrites: Two tales of Test Cricket

Can the custodians of the game find a path to bring the two extremes a bit closer?

On Camera

New labour codes can change the harsh reality of gig work

Employers and customers need to understand that gig workers are as much workers as factory workers or farm labourers, and that they are not miscreants.

Trump threatens India with fresh tariffs on Russian oil, calls PM Modi a ‘good guy’

The latest comment comes as New Delhi and Washington have yet to sign a trade agreement. India’s purchase of Russian oil has reduced, but Moscow remains top source for crude.

Greece looking at TATA’s WhAP infantry combat vehicle for army procurement

If deal goes through, Greece will be 2nd foreign country to procure vehicle. Morocco was first; TATA Group has set up manufacturing unit there with minimum 30 percent indigenous content.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.