Sports
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Three Iranian superstars enriched Indian football and awed the audiences
Throughout history, relations between India and Persia were marked by diplomatic, commercial, and cultural exchanges. The ties stretch back to ancient times and the cultural synthesis that emerged influenced Indian literature, architecture,…
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Jasprit Bumrah responds to critics
Leeds: His critics expected him to go from ‘boom’ to bust within eight to ten months due to his unconventional, injury-prone bowling action, but it is Jasprit Bumrah’s self-belief that has enabled…
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India vs England: Tendulkar-Ganguly banter on X goes viral
New Delhi: Cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar and Sourav Ganguly engaged in light banter on social media as they were reminded of their dominant batting display in 2002 after India reached a commanding…
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M.J. Gopalan chose cricket over hockey; it turned out to be a disaster
In the years before India became independent, one of the nation’s best all-around sports persons was a man named M.J. Gopalan. He was born in the Chingleput district in Tamil Nadu, but…
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Film Lagaan changed the mindset of Bollywood filmmakers, set a new trend
The highly popular film Lagaan: Once upon a time in India, completed 24 years on June 15, 2025. In many ways, it was a path-breaking movie which opened the doors for other…
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BCCI asked to pay Rs 538 cr in IPL’s Kochi franchise case
Mumbai: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has suffered a setback as the Bombay High Court has upheld the arbitral accord to pay Rs 538 crore to the defunct…
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Mohammed Siraj’s lavish restaurant in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
Hyderabad: Over the past few years, several celebrities from the worlds of entertainment and sports have stepped into the food scene with stylish restaurants and cafes. Joining the trend, star Indian pacer…
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Stampede case: Karnataka HC stops police action against RCB, DNA officials
Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court on Tuesday directed the police not to initiate coercive action, such as arrest, against officials or representatives of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) franchise and the DNA…
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Cricket: Rainbow Nation unfurls its glorious colours for the world to view with awe
South Africa’s glorious triumph in the World Test Championship will be a huge morale booster for cricket in the country. It’s likely to be as significant as the 1983 World Cup victory…
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Cricket: Playing for Hyderabad was the most enjoyable experience in life, says Abbas Ali Baig
The 1970s were undoubtedly the golden period of Hyderabad cricket. The state had a star-studded team and an abundance of talent. That is why, when the Indian team went on a tour…
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Gambhir flies back to India from England due to family emergency
New Delhi: A week before India begins their five-match Test series against England in Leeds, head coach Gautam Gambhir has flown back home due to a family emergency. Gambhir had been with…
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Coach SM Arif suggests ‘necessary rest’ for players to end slide in Indian badminton
The recently conducted Indonesian badminton tournament ended on a disastrous note for India. This prestigious event, which carries total prize money of 1.45 million USD, is a part of the BWF World…
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Nicholas Pooran named MI New York captain after international retirement
New Delhi: West Indies dynamic batter Nicholas Pooran, who has announced his retirement from international cricket, has been named the MI New York captain ahead of the 2025 season of the Major…
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‘My dad’s work is not an insult’: Siraj shuts trolls, Zanai Bhosle reacts
Hyderabad: Fast bowler Mohammed Siraj, who has faced a few ups and downs in his career in recent months, is now gearing up for India’s highly anticipated five-match Test series against England…
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Star West Indies batter Nicholas Pooran announces shock retirement at 29
Port of Spain: Star West Indies batter Nicholas Pooran on Tuesday stunningly announced his retirement from international cricket at the age of 29 without specifying any reasons but insisted that “much thought…
