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A winning reward for the men behind the scenes! The ACA honors Guwahati groundsmen with a ₹25 lakh cash prize for saving Rajasthan Royals’ IPL 2026 home leg despite heavy rain. See how the "unsung heroes" of Barsapara Stadium ensured a perfect 3-for-3 run for the table-toppers.

Ukraine and Russia have accused each other of violating a truce in place for Orthodox Easter, as the war dragged on into its fifth year. Both sides had agreed to observe the ceasefire for the religious holiday, with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday ordering the truce more than a week after Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy proposed a halt to hostilities.

Nepal's fake rescue racket involves a insurance fraud scheme targeting trekkers in the Himalayas. Networks of trekking firms, helicopter operators, hospitals and agents stage phony medical emergencies to siphon millions from global insurers.

In a detailed, point-by-point post on X, Bharti said that despite reaching the station well in advance, a chain of avoidable delays led to her boarding the Punjab Mail after it had already begun moving.

US President Donald Trump on Sunday announced that the United States Navy will begin blocking ships attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, citing Iran’s “unyielding" stance on its nuclear ambitions during recent peace talks in Islamabad. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said, “Effective immediately, the United States Navy, the Finest in the World, will begin the process of BLOCKADING any and all Ships trying to enter or leave the Strait Of Hormuz."

A Pakistan-brokered two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is under strain as Tehran issues new demands, including war reparations and U.S. military withdrawal. The truce, agreed on condition that Iran reopen the Strait of Hormuz, is critical for global energy flows but remains fragile amid regional tensions. China’s diplomatic role and potential strategic gains add another layer of complexity to the crisis.

Is the unthinkable happening? Tottenham sink to 18th in the Premier League after a 1-0 defeat at Sunderland. Roberto De Zerbi’s debut ends in a "relegation nightmare" as Spurs extend their winless run to four months.

Indian Athletics Series 2026: Animesh Kujur, Tajinderpal Singh Toor and Rohit Yadav steal spotlight in Delhi leg

Former ACC CEO Ashraful Haque reveals the shocking political pressure behind Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup withdrawal. As Tamim Iqbal takes over as the youngest BCB President to fix a "damaged reputation," discover how political agendas and security rows derailed the Tigers' campaign.

As a child growing up in Budapest, Péter Magyar had a poster of Viktor Orbán – at the time a leading figure in the country’s pro-democracy movement – hanging above his bed. Orbán was one of several political figures that adorned his bedroom, Magyar told a podcast last year, hinting at his excitement over the changes sweeping the country after the collapse of communism.

Addressing a rally in Siliguri, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the TMC government allocated a budget of approximately Rs 6,000 crore for madrasas, but does not allocate enough budget for the development of a vast part of North Bengal.

The demise of Asha Bhosle has passed a wave of shock across the country. She took her last breath at the age of 92 in a Mumbai hospital. Read the last rites details inside.

Uganda has maintained a military presence in Somalia for nearly 20 years as part of African Union missions, primarily targeting the militant group Al-Shabaab, which has links to Al-Qaeda.

With ‘Rivalry Week’ on around the corner, some of the most celebrated teams are set to lock horns in iconic contests that could define the tone for a blockbuster second half of the season. Here are five reasons why ‘Rivalry Week’ promises unmissable action for fans.

Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle had a troubled first marriage before finding companionship in RD Burman. She has often spoken about the struggles he faced while being married to Ganpatrao Bhosle.

Asha Bhosle and Helen gave the country countless hit songs. While Asha Bhosle crooned the cabaret numbers, Helen performed those songs on screen. As Bhosle breathed her last, Helen mourned the singer's death.

After the meet ended in Islamabad US Vice President JD Vance said Washington had “not heard a positive Iranian commitment regarding nuclear weapons”.

Ayush Shetty created history as he became the first Indian to win silver at the event and only the first finalist in 61 years in men’s singles at the Badminton Asia Championships on Sunday (April 12).

U.S. Vice President JD Vance has said that talks with Iran ended without an agreement, with Tehran choosing not to accept key U.S. terms. Vance noted that Washington showed flexibility during the negotiations, but major differences—especially over nuclear assurances- remained unresolved. He stressed the need for clear confirmation that Iran will not pursue nuclear weapons, highlighting the core issue that continues to block any breakthrough.