India’s Varun Chakaravarthy (Image: IANS) NEW DELHI: For a cricketer who made his international debut at 29, Varun Chakravarthy measures time differently.Now, at 35, he has just lived through a rollercoaster year: a T20 World Cup title on home soil where he finished as India’s joint-highest wicket-taker with 14 wickets, an IPL campaign played through…
Nihal Sarin in GCL (Photo by GCL) BENGALURU: The ITC Windsor hotel, home to the six teams competing in the 2026 Global Chess League (GCL), sits at the heart of the city. Walk in after the security check at the gate, past doormen greeting you with folded hands, and a left turn down the hallway…
‘Bethlehem Kudumba Unit’ star Nivin Pauly welcomes Rukmini Vasanth with Mysore Pak; ‘Toxic’ star. ‘Toxic’ actor Rukmini Vasanth is set to enter Malayalam cinema with Nivin Pauly‘s upcoming film, currently known as ‘NP 51’. The actress has officially joined the cast of the project, marking her first Malayalam movie.The ‘Kantara’ actress was recently welcomed to…
For those born on the 7th, 16th, or 25th, Mulank 7 individuals can embrace powerful numerology practices to enhance their lives. Daily chanting of the Ketu mantra promotes inner peace and mental clarity. Engaging in acts like worshipping Lord Ganesha and nurturing stray dogs serves as effective remedies. Furthermore, donating grey or brown objects, along…
West Asia conflict likely hindrance to cementing BRICS declaration NEW DELHI: India’s push for agreement at the BRICS summit beginning Sept 12 faces divisions among its members over the West Asia conflict.Russian officials, speaking to their country’s media, have acknowledged difficult negotiations, while Brazilian reporting has raised doubts about a strong final declaration. Yet Chinese…
What began with a $40 cleaning kit and one littered New York City block eventually turned into a neighbourhood effort to clean, garden and reclaim public space. David Clarke, a 24-year-old New Yorker behind the grassroots project Trash Talk NYC, spent 100 days cleaning the area around West 171st Street between Broadway and Fort Washington…
MUMBAI: Rising geopolitical tensions in the Persian Gulf region pushed up Brent prices above the $100-per-barrel mark for the first time since July on Wednesday. This, in turn, led to the weakening of the rupee, which fell below the 95/$ mark and settled at 95.1 at close. Dalal Street, too, felt the jitters courtesy of…
Rashid Khan (Image credit: ACB) NEW DELHI: From a war-torn nation to making a mark on the world stage, Afghanistan cricket has come a long way. The team has produced stunning performances, challenged some of the best sides in the world and pulled off big wins against top teams. Once seen as minnows, Afghanistan have…
Brazil’s Vinicius Junior (AP Photo) Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has begun reshaping the national team after their disappointing 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, naming a 26-man squad for the upcoming friendlies against Australia and India.The squad includes some of Brazil’s biggest names, with Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior, Barcelona winger Raphinha and Paris Saint-Germain…
Noel Clarke has been charged on six counts of sexual offences related to an investigation that started a year ago. (Instagram) TRIGGER WARNING: This article includes references to sexual abuseThe English former actor, writer, director, and producer Noel Clarke, who is best known for his role in the beloved series ‘Doctor Who,’ has been charged…