Washington: US President Donald Trump has announced that American forces carried out “very successful” strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, adding that all US aircraft have now exited Iranian airspace. Iranian media says part of Fordo nuclear site ‘attacked by enemy strikes’. Meanwhile, several Republican senators are praising President Donald Trump…
Colombo: India on Saturday assured Sri Lanka that it will evacuate its nationals currently stranded in Iran amid the Islamic nation’s conflict with Israel. Sri Lanka extended gratitude to India, adding that this “act of solidarity exemplifies the strong and enduring partnership between India and Sri Lanka.” “Sri Lanka extends its sincere gratitude to the…
Leeds: (Jun 21) Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak on Saturday said Rishabh Pant’s stroke-filled 134 was different from his usual aggressive knocks, and admitted that India could not get the first-innings score they were looking for against England in the first Test. Pant struck 12 fours and six sixes to make 134 off 178 balls to…
New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said India “should not expect smooth sailing” all the time when it comes to its ties with the neighbouring countries, but asserted that New Delhi has tried to create a “collective interest” to build an inherent stability in relationships, irrespective of the regime. At the end of the…
Leeds: Indian maverick Jaspreet Bumrah brought a record of Wasim Akram to dust during the first Test match against England in Leeds. Bumrah, the modern-day sensation, achieved a special milestone after getting the second on Day 2 of the Test match. India had put 471 on the board on the back of centuries from captain…
Leeds: England veteran Joe Root has shattered a Sachin Tendulkar record during the first Test between India and England at Leeds. Root, who has been earmarked to break Sachin’s record for most Test runs, achieved a special milestone during the second day of the Leeds Test. The England No.4, Root, came out to bat when the…
MS Shanker In continuation of my pursuit to expose those truly responsible for the downfall of Hyderabad cricket—some of whom even represented India—it must be reiterated: the rot runs deep. Despite the Supreme Court’s intervention and its directive to the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) to implement the Justice Lodha Committee reforms—including appointing Ombudsmen to tackle…
On Saturday, International Yoga Day was observed worldwide—an annual recognition now enshrined in the United Nations Charter, thanks to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s initiative. Modi, an ardent practitioner of this ancient discipline, has repeatedly emphasized yoga’s role in fostering both personal peace and global harmony. His participation in Andhra Pradesh’s record-breaking event—where nearly two…
In the annals of tennis history, few partnerships have left as enduring a mark as the Australian duo of Todd Woodbridge and Mark Woodforde—better known as The Woodies. Their decade-long dominance in men’s doubles redefined the art of partnership, setting unmatched standards for consistency, excellence, and sportsmanship. Born on April 2, 1971, in Sydney, Todd…
Rama was gladdened by the honest and forthright report concerning Lanka, now steeped in demonic dominion. He found solace too in Sītā’s noble words, wherein she had declared that Rāma must vanquish the demon king and take her back with honour. Rāma then spoke thus: “Hanumān’s deed is of the rarest kind—none could have achieved…
