Ex-ICC umpire recalls Kohli-Gambhir’s IPL spat, says ‘there’s a limit that shouldn’t be crossed’ | Cricket News

RCB vs KKR match in Bengaluru (Image: Agencies) Former Indian umpire Anil Chaudhary has reflected on Virat Kohli‘s fiery on-field personality, recalling the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) star’s infamous altercation with Gautam Gambhir during the 2013 Indian Premier League (IPL). While praising Kohli’s passion and intensity, Chaudhary stressed that aggression is an essential part of…

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Brazil game can’t mask Indian football’s crisis: Bhutia says ‘timing of the match is a problem’ | Football News

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…

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From a blacksmith’s workshop to UPSC AIR 30: How Smit Panchal turned setbacks into success

How Smit Panchal overcame setbacks and secured UPSC AIR 30 through determination On the day the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 results were announced, thousands of aspirants across the country were anxiously refreshing their screens. Coaching centres in Delhi buzzed with anticipation, and families gathered around laptops waiting for life-changing news.But for Smit Panchal, the…

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Ranbir Kapoor says ‘Ramayana’ would need to be a ’10-part movie’; reveals ‘Ramayana: Part Two’ is 50% complete |

As anticipation builds for ‘Ramayana‘ with Part One slated for a Diwali 2026 release, leading man, Ranbir Kapoor who plays Lord Ram, has shared fresh details about the ambitious mythological saga.Speaking to The Direct during the ‘Ramayana’ team’s appearance at San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) 2026, Ranbir, co-star Yash, director Nitesh Tiwari and producer/DNEG CEO Namit…

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Daily Nadi Horoscope for Aquarius (4th August 2026): Moon in Aries Makes You Direct, but Diplomacy Still Matters

Moon in Aries encourages direct action and quicker reactions. The third aspect of Saturn makes things more serious and can slow down the answer you’re waiting for. Amrit Siddhi Yoga prefers new beginnings defined by patience, the right information, and a clear intention. What to Do Today Complete an outstanding message, application, proposal, or follow-up….

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‘Two sides of same coin’: Netaji’s grandnephew Chandra Bose quits TMC, takes swipe at BJP | India News

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s grandnephew Chandra Kumar Bose resigned from the TMC on Monday, citing personal reasons, months after joining the party ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections. NEW DELHI: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s grandnephew Chandra Kumar Bose on Monday resigned from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), saying he was “disillusioned” with mainstream political…

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‘Long history of unlawful violence’: Global watchdogs condemn Pakistan’s crackdown in PoK

As Pakistan-occupied Kashmir goes through its so-called assembly polls, reports of brutality, violence and unrest continue to surface, with global human rights and press freedom watchdogs raising alarm over an escalating crackdown on protesters and the media.International organisations, including Amnesty International and the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), have flagged allegations of state-backed violence, restrictions…

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Pakistan set to appoint Michael Smith coach as batting collapses continue to haunt Test side | Cricket News

Pakistan are set to appoint South African first-class cricketer and coach Michael Smith as their new batting coach in a bid to address the team’s recurring batting collapses under pressure. According to Cricinfo, the deal has reached its final stages, with Smith expected to begin his tenure during Pakistan’s three-Test tour of England, which starts…

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Glasgow done, all eyes on ‘Amdavad 2030’: India’s campaign offers both promise and warning signs | Commonwealth Games News

Indian boxer Jaismine Lamboria and other athletes during the closing ceremony of the CWG 2026. (PTI Photo) PUNE: The Glasgow Commonwealth Games are over. The baton passes to India for the Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, dubbed ‘Amdavad 2030’. With the event returning home after 20 years, India will be aiming not only to stage a…

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