NEW DELHI: Olympian Vinesh Phogat has run into another major hurdle in her comeback journey after the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) approached the Supreme Court challenging the Delhi High Court order that allowed her to participate in the selection trials for the 2026 Asian Games.The trials are scheduled to be held in New Delhi…
Chennai: West Asia tensions disrupted Ashok Leyland’s international operations during the fourth quarter of FY26, forcing the commercial vehicle maker to temporarily scale down production at its Ras Al Khaimah facility and resulting in a decline in overseas CV volumes. The company reported a 3% drop in international business CV volumes during Q4 FY26 to…
Chungreng Koren (Pic credit: UFC) India’s Chungreng Koren moved one step closer to the UFC, submitting Japan’s previously unbeaten Ryuho Miyaguchi via rear-naked choke in the second round of their bantamweight quarterfinal bout at Road to UFC Season 5 in Macau on Thursday.Koren secured the finish at the 4:00 mark of Round 2 after a…
Chennai: Wrong-side driving has become routine along the GST Road stretch between Saidapet and Guindy, particularly beneath the Chennai Metro Rail pillars, raising safety concerns for daily commuters.Motorists travelling from Saidapet towards Guindy often ride against traffic to bypass congestion near Raj Bhavan. Instead of waiting at the Taluk Office Road junction, two-wheelers and autorickshaws…
Santos’ Neymar (AP Photo) Brazil have been handed a major injury concern ahead of the FIFA World Cup, with Neymar now doubtful for the opening phase of the tournament after suffering a calf injury.The 34-year-old forward is expected to spend the next two to three weeks recovering after medical examinations confirmed a grade two muscle…
Chennai: Rows of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) flags were tied loosely to electric poles and trees, while three banners-one by the DMK and two by the TVK-encroached on pavements. This raised safety concerns among residents and motorists in an area already choked with festive crowds.Despite TVK leaders officially instructing cadres not to erect banners, posters…
Santos’ Neymar grimaces in pain after he was fouled during a Brazilian Championship soccer match against Coritiba in Sao Paulo, Sunday, May 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Andre Penner) Brazil’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been overshadowed by fresh concerns surrounding Neymar after reports confirmed the Santos forward is dealing with a more serious…
Chennai: A 40-year-old woman was allegedly stabbed to death by a mason during an argument over unpaid construction dues in Thiruverkadu on Thursday.After the attack, the man jumped from the second floor while attempting to escape and sustained severe injuries.Police identified the deceased as Kalai Bhavani, wife of Rajini, of Sameera Nagar in Kaduvetti. Rajini…
Jannik Sinner of Italy reacts as he plays against Juan Manuel Cerundolo of Argentina. (AP Photo) World number one Jannik Sinner suffered one of the most dramatic defeats of his career after collapsing physically in the blazing Paris heat and crashing out of the French Open in the second round on Thursday.The Italian star, widely…
Chennai: Teachers are architects of the nation and play a pivotal role in shaping students’ futures, said Madras high court, criticising Tamil Nadu govt for continuing to rely on guest lecturers to teach arts, science and technology subjects in govt colleges instead of making regular appointments.Setting aside a 2024 order of a single judge that…