Bhaichung Bhutia (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: The announcement of a glamour friendly between India and Brazil should have been a moment of celebration for Indian football. Instead, it has exposed the widening gap between spectacle and substance, prompting former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia to question both the timing and the purpose of the high-profile fixture.“The…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Yuvraj Singh (Image credit: Instagram) NEW DELHI: India’s teenage cricket sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi enjoyed a memorable outing at the Wimbledon 2026 men’s singles final at Centre Court on Sunday, where he watched Jannik Sinner defeat Alexander Zverev to win his second Wimbledon title. Sinner defeated Zverev 6-7 (7), 7-6 (2), 6-3, 6-4…
The day carries a picnic basket sort of mood. Jupiter brings joy to the spirit of family and social gatherings and the Moon makes it easier to be a partner and brings joy through social gatherings, outings and sharing comforts.It is possible to spend time with family members outdoors, go to the park, go for…
TVK MLA and the founding president of the Tamil Nadu Muslim League (TNML) VMS Mustafa CHENNAI: A fresh political controversy has erupted in Tamil Nadu after Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) MLA VMS Mustafa appeared to endorse remarks made by DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin on “abolishing Sanatan”, triggering criticism from BJP and right-wing groups.Speaking outside the…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s rise has been one of the biggest talking points in Indian cricket over the past few months. He has scored runs in age-group cricket, domestic cricket, India A matches and the IPL. Now, the 15-year-old is on the verge of another milestone — becoming India’s youngest international cricketer.India are expected to hand Sooryavanshi…
President Donald Trump speaks as FIFA President Gianni Infantino listens at a reception at Trump Tower in New York, Friday, July 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) US President Donald Trump is reportedly prepared to do “everything possible” to help Gianni Infantino remain FIFA president as the football governing body’s chief faces the biggest leadership crisis…
Chennai: City police conducted a special drive across the city on Friday, screening 410 individuals with criminal backgrounds and arresting 15 persons, including four history-sheeters, as part of intensified measures to curb crime and narcotics-related offences.Upon orders from police commissioner Dr A Amalraj, special police teams led by inspectors from various police stations conducted surveillance…
CHENNAI: Karnataka’s attempt to get clearance for Mekedatu project suffered a setback with Central Water Commission (CWC) returning the detailed project report (DPR) to the state govt last month.CWC cited changes in the revised scheme Karnataka submitted in April this year, including linking Mekedatu with Shivanasamudra hydroelectric project through a diversion weir across river Cauvery….
India suffered a disappointing start at the Malaysia Masters 2026 after top men’s singles players Lakshya Sen and HS Prannoy crashed out in the opening round on Wednesday in Kuala Lumpur.Lakshya, who reached the semifinals at the Paris Olympics, was beaten comfortably in straight games by Indonesia’s Zaki Ubaidillah. After a close start to the…
ERODE: A remand prisoner escaped on Tuesday night while police were taking him back to the Coimbatore Central Prison after producing him before a court in Salem in connection with a case. The escaped remand prisoner has been identified as K Naresh Kumar, 30, who was arrested for issuing death threats to some people. On…