India’s Maibam Martina Devi reacts during the Women’s +86kg weightlifting final. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: It was a tale of resilience, courage and heartbreak for Martina Devi Maibam, whose Commonwealth Games debut ended with an emotional fifth-place finish in the women’s +86kg weightlifting event on Thursday.The 20-year-old Manipuri lifter came within touching distance of a…
The first half of the month of August 2026 is mild, but the pace changes after 07 August. The first few days are about patience, family talks and emotional control. Later, the Chinese calendar flow is faster, bolder and more social. In Chinese astrology, this month is supposed to bring more clarity in love, stronger…
Indian football will witness one of its biggest matches when the Blue Tigers face five-time FIFA World Cup champions Brazil in an international friendly at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on October 3.The All India Football Federation (AIFF) confirmed the fixture on Thursday after reports in Brazilian media over the past few days.“A date…
Ranbir Kapoor-Yash starrer Ramayana is like Avatar meets Gladiator in the world of The Lord of the Rings, says producer Namit Malhotra The first trailer of Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana: Part 1 has finally been unveiled, giving audiences a glimpse of one of Indian cinema’s most ambitious mythological epics. While the four-minute trailer has been praised…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: The decision to name 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as East Zone vice-captain for the upcoming Duleep Trophy has raised eyebrows across the cricketing world, but the selectors believe they are investing in the future of Indian cricket.With experienced wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan appointed captain, Sooryavanshi’s elevation as deputy is not being…
Jaya Prada and Sridevi were among the most celebrated actresses of the 1980s, delivering numerous successful films together and becoming one of Hindi cinema’s most popular on-screen pairings. Yet, behind the scenes, the two shared a distant relationship. Years after Sridevi’s passing, Jaya Prada reflected on their equation, revealing that they hardly ever spoke to…
Glasgow: Scotland’s Melanie Woods competes as Mauritius’ Noemi Alphonse sits on the track after a fall during the women’s T54 1500m wheelchair race at the Commonwealth Games 2026, in Glasgow, Scotland. Woods wins the gold medal in this event. (PTI Photo/Ravi Choudhary)(PTI07_30_2026_000105A) The women’s T54 1500m wheelchair final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games will be…
Indian hockey team players in new saffron jersey Biju Janata Dal (BJD) president and former Odisha chief minister Naveen Patnaik on Thursday criticised the decision to change the Indian hockey team’s jersey colour from its traditional blue to saffron, saying it had hurt the emotions of sports fans.The Indian men’s and women’s hockey teams will…
Film producer Shailendra Singh recently shared a memorable anecdote involving Salman Khan, recalling an evening at the actor’s Galaxy Apartments residence when he witnessed him casually undergoing a hair treatment while enjoying a plate of biryani.Shailendra revisited one of their regular Monday night gatherings from years ago. He remembered arriving at Salman’s home for a…
Pooja Hegde is making the most of her break after the success of ‘Jana Nayagan.’ The actress recently shared glimpses of her holiday in Budapest, Hungary, on Instagram, treating fans to a collection of pictures and videos from her relaxing getaway. The post showed the actress’ quieter side, from river views to cosy bookstores to…