New Delhi: The India U-23 men’s national team was held to a 1-1 draw by Indonesia in their second friendly in Jakarta on Monday. After a goalless first half, Korou Singh Thingujam (47′) put the Blue Colts in the lead, before Dony Tri Pamungkas (71′) equalized for the hosts. India had defeated the hosts 2-1…
Patna: Candidates were yet to be announced by both the ruling NDA and the opposition INDIA bloc in poll-bound Bihar on Monday, even as just four days remain for filing nominations for the first phase, and the process begins for the second leg. However, state BJP president Dilip Jaiswal, who was back from Delhi a…
New Delhi: Calling it lack of sensitivity and propriety, the Supreme Court on Monday criticized Justice N Senthilkumar of the Madras High Court for entertaining petitions on the Karur stampede at actor-politician Vijay’s rally and ordering an SIT probe. A bench of Justices J K Maheshwari and N V Anjaria said, surprisingly, the single judge…
In Jerusalem’s Knesset this week, U.S. President Donald Trump was given the kind of reception reserved for biblical heroes. Standing ovations, emotional tributes, and an unprecedented Israeli Parliament resolution promising to “campaign globally” for his nomination to the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. A dramatic gesture, but one that reflects Israel’s deep gratitude — and strategic…
When I began writing this column, my purpose was never personal. It was — and remains — to highlight the persistent injustices faced by aspiring cricketers from the rural and semi-urban districts of our young Telangana state. Ten years have passed since Telangana was formed, yet our boys continue to be treated as outsiders on…
I’ve played this game long enough to know the fine line between victory and heartbreak. You can plan every session, every over, every angle — and still watch it all unravel in the final five overs. That’s exactly what’s happening with the Indian women’s team in this World Cup. The two defeats — first to…
In the theatre of Indian politics, where populism often masquerades as leadership, Yogi Adityanath stands apart for his conviction and control. His latest manoeuvre—described as “removing four thorns with a single shot”—has sparked quiet ripples across the political landscape. Yet what’s most remarkable is not the act itself, but the silence that followed. No protests….
Any individual can communicate in one way or the other. Even animals can communicate in their own way. The communication of animals will have less clarity than the communication of human beings. Listen, speak, read, and write are the four components of communication. The ability to convince the listener or reader can be considered a…
Drustadyumna turned to the moon-faced Draupadī and said in a low, exultant voice: “Princes without number have come to this great Swayamvara. From Hastināpura are Duryodhana and his brother Duḥśāsana, the sons of Dhṛtarāṣṭra; with them stand Karṇa, Aśvatthāmā, Somadatta, Śalya and Virata. Here also are Akrūra, Śaraṇa, and the valiant Sātyaki, chiefs of the…
Shree Nagavi Yellamma Temple is one of the most ancient and spiritually powerful shrines in North Karnataka. Nestled in the quiet village of Nagavi, near Chittapur in Kalaburagi district, this temple is dedicated to Goddess Yellamma (Renuka Devi) — a revered form of Mother Shakti. Surrounded by peaceful countryside, ancient ruins, and sacred wells, the…
