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Mohun Bagan vs East Bengal likely on May 3, AIFF in hunt for broadcasters with league starting on Feb 14

Mohun Bagan vs East Bengal likely on May 3, AIFF in hunt for broadcasters with league starting on Feb 14

The ISL 2025-26 season is set to begin on February 14, with Mohun Bagan facing Kerala Blasters in the opener. The Kolkata derby against East Bengal is tentatively scheduled for May 3, as AIFF releases a provisional fixture list while seeking broadcasters. New Delhi: The Indian Super League is set to return with a shortened 2025โ€“26 season beginning on February 14, with defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant opening their campaign at Salt Lake Stadium against Kerala Blasters. The same venue will later host the seasonโ€™s most anticipated fixture, the Kolkata derby, when Mohun Bagan face East Bengal on May…
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent flags concerns over India-EU trade deal: ‘Financing the war against themselves’

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent flags concerns over India-EU trade deal: ‘Financing the war against themselves’

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the US has made "much bigger sacrifices" than the Europeans have, highlighting that it even imposed an additional 25 per cent tariff on India for procuring Russian crude. Washington: As India and the European Union have finalised the free trade deal, the United States (US) has taken a jibe at the EU, with Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent saying the Europeans are "financing the war" against themselves. It should be mentioned here that India and the EU are yet to sign the deal, though they have declared it has been "finalised". In an…
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Karnataka change captain mid Ranji Trophy; KL Rahul, Prasidh Krishna return for Punjab game

Karnataka change captain mid Ranji Trophy; KL Rahul, Prasidh Krishna return for Punjab game

Devdutt Padikkal has been named Karnataka captain for their must-win Ranji Trophy clash against Punjab in Mohali, with KL Rahul returning to the squad. Karnataka need victory to stay in contention for the knockout stage in Elite Group B. Bengaluru: Karnataka have opted for a leadership reshuffle ahead of a decisive phase in their Ranji Trophy 2025โ€“26 campaign, naming Devdutt Padikkal as captain for their upcoming fixture against Punjab. The match will be played at the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium in Mohali from February 1, with Karnataka needing a win to stay alive in the race for the knockout stages.…
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Priyanka intervenes to pacify Congress-Tharoor tussle: Sources

Priyanka intervenes to pacify Congress-Tharoor tussle: Sources

Speculations regarding MP Shashi Tharoor parting ways with the Grand Old Party of India have been doing the rounds, prompting Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to intervene personally in order to pacify the matter. Sources within the AICC suggest that Priyanka reached out to the Thiruvananthapuram MP to address his growing frustrations and shut down talk of a back-channel deal with the CPM. ย  The high-level intervention followed a nudge from senior Kerala leader Ramesh Chennithala, who reportedly had a brief, urgent phone call with Tharoor on Sunday. While media reports have been swirling about the four-time MP weighing his…
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Trump says ‘very good’ call with Gov Walz, both aligned after Minneapolis ICE shooting fallout

Trump says ‘very good’ call with Gov Walz, both aligned after Minneapolis ICE shooting fallout

Trump says 'very good' call with Gov Walz, both aligned after Minneapolis ICE shooting fallout. Trump said he told Gov Walz that he would have Tom Homan, his administrationโ€™s immigration enforcement coordinator reach out to Minnesota officials. New Delhi: In an unexpected turn amid rising tensions over federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota, US President Donald Trump said he had a โ€œvery goodโ€ telephone conversation with Minnesota Governor Tim Walz about the recent Minneapolis shooting involving federal agents. Trump added that the two leaders now appear to be on a โ€œsimilar wavelength.โ€ The dialogue comes against a backdrop of intense debate…
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Nat Sciver-Brunt becomes first cricketer ever to achieve landmark feat in WPL

Nat Sciver-Brunt becomes first cricketer ever to achieve landmark feat in WPL

Nat Sciver-Brunt became the first cricketer ever to score a century in the WPL. She achieved the feat against RCB in Vadodara. Courtesy of her stellar knock, Mumbai posted 199 runs on the board in the first innings. Vadodara: Mumbai Indians all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt created history as she became the first cricketer ever to score a ton in the Womenโ€™s Premier League (WPL). The England international went berserk against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Vadodara, smacking an unbeaten 100 in 57 balls. She looked ruthless right from the start, hitting 16 boundaries and one maximum during her stay at the crease.ย …
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Navya Naveli Nanda turns heads in ivory corset and sharara |

Navya Naveli Nanda turns heads in ivory corset and sharara |

Navya Nanda captivated with her understated elegance in an ivory Tamanna Punjabi Kapoor ensemble. The structured corset and flowing sharara offered a perfect blend of modern and traditional, proving that sophisticated style doesn't require ostentation. Navya Nandaโ€™s latest look is proof that you donโ€™t need drama to turn heads. No heavy sparkle. No loud colours. Just calm, clean style that quietly makes its point. And honestly, thatโ€™s what makes it so refreshing.She stepped out in an ivory outfit by Tamanna Punjabi Kapoor, and everything about it felt easy. The corset had structure but didnโ€™t look stiff. The sharara flowed the…
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Charith Asalanka hits back at Harry Brook over ‘worst pitch’ controversy in 2nd ODI

Charith Asalanka hits back at Harry Brook over ‘worst pitch’ controversy in 2nd ODI

Sri Lanka captain Charith Asalanka defended the R Premadasa pitch after England labelled it the "worst" for the second ODI, citing 440 runs scored. He acknowledged it fell short of expectations but noted past low scores didnโ€™t attract similar criticism. New Delhi: Sri Lanka captain Charith Asalanka has pushed back against criticism from Englandโ€™s camp over the surface used for the second ODI at the R Premadasa Stadium, suggesting that the match itself did not support claims of an unplayable wicket. The comments came ahead of the series decider, after debate flared following Englandโ€™s successful chase in Colombo. England squared…
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Delhi Warriors vs Dubai Royals live cricket score: DW vs DR Legends League Latest Match Updates, Live Streaming

Delhi Warriors vs Dubai Royals live cricket score: DW vs DR Legends League Latest Match Updates, Live Streaming

The inaugural edition of the World Legends T20 League begins on January 26 in Goa. Delhi Warriors will challenge Dubai Royals in the opening game of the tournament. Several marquee stars, including Shikhar Dhawan, Harbhajan Singh and Irfan Pathan, will feature in the tournament. Goa: Delhi Warriorz will host Dubai Royals in the opening game of the World Legends Pro T20 League 2026 at the 1919 Sportz Cricket Stadium in Goa. In the opening game itself, some marquee cricketers, such as Shikhar Dhawan, Harbhajan Singh, Piyush Chawla, Yusuf Pathan, Ambati Rayudu, Irfan Pathan and Imran Tahir, among others, will set…
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UAE scraps Islamabad airport deal with Pakistan, days after President’s India visit: Report

UAE scraps Islamabad airport deal with Pakistan, days after President’s India visit: Report

According to a report, the UAE had failed to select a local partner for the project for which it had shown interest in August last year. Now, the middle east nation has 'lost interest' in it. Islamabad: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has reportedly pulled out of a deal with Pakistan to manage the operations of the Islamabad International Airport. The development comes days after UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited India for a nearly two-hour trip and held a high-level meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his officials 7, Lok Kalyan Marg (LKM) residence in…
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