Punjab Kings’ Cooper Connolly during a warm-up session. (ANI Photo) CHANDIGARH: Cooper Connolly, the 22-year-old Australian allrounder who has turned heads in his debut IPL for the Punjab Kings, embodies a rare blend of youthful swagger and quiet introspection. In a format that prizes power above all, Connolly is sticking to his guns, letting the…
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said India stands “on the brink of making history” as the long-pending women’s reservation in legislatures moves closer to implementation, asserting that the reform will deepen democracy and accelerate women-led development.Addressing the ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Sammelan’ in Delhi, PM Modi said the proposed legislation reflects a collective…
NEW DELHI: Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Monday warned that the Centre’s reported push on delimitation—not women’s reservation—is the “real issue” behind the special Parliament session, calling it “extremely dangerous” and an “assault” on the Constitution.In an article published in The Hindu, Congress Rajya Sabha MP argued that any exercise to increase the…
Mumbai Indians’ Rohit Sharma walks back to the pavilion after being retired hurt (ANI Photo) Mumbai Indians have suffered a double blow after their 18-run defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Wankhede Stadium, with concerns now emerging over veteran opener and former captain Rohit Sharma’s fitness. In a high-scoring IPL 2026 clash, MI were…
Imports from Russia averaged 1.98 million barrels per day in March, the highest level since June 2023. (AI image) India is purchasing Russian crude oil in a big way as Strait of Hormuz disruptions continue to constrain global oil supply. India imports almost 90% of its crude oil needs and the ongoing US-Iran war has…
US President Donald Trump. (AP photo) Iran on Monday mocked US President Donald Trump by ridiculing his blockade announcement earlier that day with a meme that said ‘Break an enemy blockade by blockading their blockade.’Along with the meme, Iran also took a dig at Trump by writing in his style. “I have, believe me, 100…
Sanju Samson and MS Dhoni (Video grab) CHENNAI: The frustration had been building, but it has now vanished. One show of swagger from Chennai Super Kings’ new recruit Sanju Samson against a competitive Delhi Capitals at Chepauk on Saturday has reignited belief in the camp.Sanju’s unbeaten 115 off 56 balls, his first major statement in…
Kotak Institutional Equities has a buy on TCS with the target price at Rs 3,100. Analysts said the company delivered an in-line quarter, aided by improved momentum in the international business and stable profitability. Bookings were strong and included three mega deals. They also said that TCS appeared to be moving out of a patch…
Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Virat Kohli (ANI Photo) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) received a slight scare during their 18-run win over Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday after Virat Kohli was seen spending time off the field due to an ankle concern.Kohli, who had earlier played a knock of 50 off 38 balls, did…
Google has clarified that it mistakenly displayed Polymarket bets in its News section. The tech giant labeled the incident as an “error” and confirmed that it has been resolved. The mistake drew criticism after Polymarket betting listings reportedly popped up alongside regular news stories, sometimes in prominent blocks with links to various wagering options.In a…