How the S-400 protects itself from enemy attacks. Explore its layered Pantsir-S1 bodyguards, shoot-and-scoot tactics, EMCON, and physical decoys.

How the S-400 protects itself from enemy attacks

The Su-30 fighter jet reaches a maximum speed of Mach 2.0 (2,125 km/h) at high altitudes, powered by twin AL-31FP turbofans. While canards and heavy ordnance like the BrahMos missile reduce this speed, it trades pure velocity for extreme agility.

How fast can the Sukhoi Su-30 fighter jet really fly?

The German Tiger I earned a terrifying reputation in the Second World War for its thick armour and devastating 88 mm gun. However, military archives reveal that Allied anti-tank guns rarely destroyed these 54-tonne machines in combat. Instead, relentless mechanical breakdowns, severe fuel shortages, and extreme towing difficulties forced German crews to abandon and scuttle their own tanks.

What actually killed most German Tiger tanks in World War II?

Introduced in 1942 and fighting until May 1945, the legendary German Tiger I tank had an operational combat lifespan of less than three years before the war ended.

'Boss of Battle': What was the combat lifespan of the German Tiger I tank?

The Panzerkampfwagen VI Tiger, commonly known as the Tiger I, is one of the most famous heavy tanks of the Second World War. Between August 1942 and August 1944, Nazi Germany produced exactly 1,347 Tiger I tanks.

‘Enough to conquer most of Europe’: How many Tiger I tanks did Germany build during World War II?

5 Players to Watch in 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup 

The Swiss professional footballer plays as a forward for the English FA WSP club Aston Villa and the Switzerland national team. Not just on field, the footballer is also a star on social media and has 14 million followers. 

The 29-year-old Italian footballer plays as a centre-back for Serie A club Juventus FC and for Italy’s national team. She’s been always described as an ‘elegant central defender’. 

The 28-year-old French forward is all set to make a comeback after settling her issues with team captain Wendie Renard. 

The 23-year-old forward from Nigeria is a star in her native country and was also named among the top 10 footballers in the African continent in 2017. 

The 32-year-old German footballer and Olympic gold medallist has 61 goals in 217 international appearances till now. She was forced to sit on the bench due to an injury but is back now, all set to take over the game.

Here are 5 Players to watch in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup:

FIFA Women's World Cup: Year-Wise Winners (1991-2019)

China hosted the first-ever Women's Football World Cup. The United States won the championship, and Norway was the runner-up.

Norway defeated Germany in the 1995 FIFA Women's World Cup held in Sweden.

Germany defeated Sweden in the 2003 FIFA Women's World Cup hosted by the United States.

Germany won its second title in 2007 by defeating Brazil in China.

Japan won the tournament, hosted by Germany, in 2011 by defeating the United States.

United States won their third title in 2015 by defeating reigning champions Japan at the FIFA Women's World Cup finals hosted by Canada.

France hosted the Women's World Cup in 2019. The United States won the championship by defeating the Netherlands in the finals.

Australia and New Zealand will co-host the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 starting Thursday, July 20. Here's the year-wise list of previous champions.

Stadium Australia & Sydney Football Stadium 


FIFA Women's World Cup: Venues '23

ATP Rankings After Carlos Alcaraz's Wimbledon 2023 Triumph

List of Unseeded Women’s Players to Win Grand Slam Titles

World's Highest-Paid Athletes in 2023

10 Indian-Origin Cricketers Who Played for Other Countries

South Africa's former captain, Hashim Amla, hails from Surat, Gujarat. He retired from international cricket in 2019, featuring in 129 Tests, 181 ODIs, and 44 T20Is.



Monty Panesar is a left-arm spinner from England. His parents migrated from Punjab to Luton in 1979. From 2006 to 2013, Panesar featured in 50 Tests and 26 ODIs, taking 191 wickets.

Nasser Hussain, former England skipper and a reputed commentator, was born in Chennai in 1968. The right-handed batsman scored 5,664 runs in Tests and 2,332 in ODIs.

The former West Indies skipper's parents moved from India to the West Indies under the indentured labour system. He was famous for his eye-catching and unorthodox stance.

Ish Sodhi, born in Ludhiana, Punjab, in 1992, made his international debut in 2013. His family moved to New Zealand when he was four.

Jeetan Patel, who has roots in Gujarat, debuted for New Zealand in 2005. However, he managed to play in only 24 Tests and 43 ODIs.

Ravi Bopara, a remarkable English batsman, was reportedly born into an immigrant Sikh family. Although his international career was short, he continues to play franchise cricket.

South Africa's Senuran Muthusamy gave a promising performance on his first tour to India in 2019. He reportedly hails from Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu.

Although Keshav's parents are from India, the left-arm bowler was born in Durban. He debuted for South Africa against Australia in 2016.

Mumbai-born Ajaz Patel began his career in Auckland as a left-arm spinner. He got his maiden New Zealand call-up for the 2018 Pakistan series in UAE.

Let's look at some cricketers of Indian origin who played for other countries.

Players With Most Grand Slam Final Appearances 

Ashwin to Agarkar- Top 10 International Wicket-Taker For India

Ashwin to Agarkar- Top 10 International Wicket Taker For India

Players With Most Grand Slam Semifinal Appearances

Players With Most Grand Slam Semifinal Appearances (Men Singles )

The legendary seven-time F1 champion ended his illustrious career in 2006. However, he made a comeback in 2010 with the new Mercedes team. Although not as successful as his previous stint, fans devoured seeing Schumacher back on track.

After a fallout with the Ferrari team, Prost skipped the 1992 season but came back a changed man. Teaming up with Williams, Prost shattered records and won his fourth championship. 

While Lauda is well-known for his epic six-week comeback after sustaining life-threatening injuries in 1976, he also returned to F1 action in 1982 after a four-year hiatus. Two years later in 1984, he picked up his third title with McLaren.

The 'Honeybadger' is back on the F1 circuit after he was dropped by McLaren at the end of the 2022 season. The Australian will race for AlphaTauri, replacing Nyck de Vries.

The two-time world champion had called it quits in 2018 after a string of poor performances. However, he had a change of heart in  2021 and returned to the grid. He currently reps Aston Martin. 

5 F1 Drivers Who Made Epic Comebacks 

Most Grand Slam Quarterfinal Appearances (Men’s)

Most Grand Slam Quarterfinals Appearances (Men’s)

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409 days (November 28, 1960 to January 11, 1962)

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All Elite Signings Completed by Premier League ‘Big Six’ Clubs

Wimbledon 2023: Schedule of Play for Friday, July 7

Here are details of the all the big matches in second and third round of men's and women's singles. 

No. 2 Court at 11:00 am local time (Second round)

No. 2 Court at 11:00 am local time (Third round) 


Centre Court at 1:30 pm local time (Second round) 


Centre Court at 1:30 pm local time (Third round) 


Happy 42nd Birthday MS Dhoni: 8 Records Held by ‘Captain Cool’

With a remarkable tally of 178 dismissals, Dhoni holds the record for the highest number of stumpings in international cricket across all formats.

The bat with which MS Dhoni had hit the winning ‘helicopter shot’ six in the 2011 World Cup Final, was sold for $108,968 and the fund was later used by Sakshi Dhoni Foundation.

Fastest to reach No. 1 in ICC ODI rankings

Showcasing his exceptional batting skills, his magnificent innings of 148 against Pakistan and 183 against Sri Lanka established his reputation in ODI cricket. He ascended to the top spot after just 42 innings, holding an extraordinary world record.

Famous for his signature ‘helicopter shot’, Dhoni holds the world record for hitting a total of 204 ODI sixes as the captain of the team, further solidifying his exceptional batting skills.

Wicketkeeper to bowl most number of times

MS Dhoni has bowled in nine international matches. He has bowled 132 balls in international cricket matches and took one wicket.

Only captain to whitewash Australia in Australia in 140 years

Beating Australia on its home ground is an incredibly challenging feat and Team India managed to do so in 2016. Team India accomplished the remarkable feat by defeating the Australian team in the T20 series in which Virat Kohli emerged as the standout performer. Dhoni became the only captain to achieve a whitewash against Australia on their home ground in 140 years.

Only captain to win all 3 major ICC trophies

MS Dhoni is the only captain to lead his team to victory in all three major ICC tournaments. He won the WT20 in 2007, Cricket World Cup in 2011 and the Champions Trophy in 2013.

Most number of centuries at No. 7 in ODIs

At the age of 37, Dhoni achieved a remarkable feat by scoring two centuries while batting at the No, 7 position.

Today on July 7, our favourite Indian cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni turns 42. Here are 8 records held by our 'Captain Cool.'

From 2001 to 2003, Dhoni worked as a Train Ticket Examiner (TTE) at the Kharagpur Railway Station under South Eastern Railway in Midnapore.

MS Dhoni has always been a football lover; he even played football in school as a goalkeeper before deciding to pursue cricket professionally.

Adding to MS Dhoni's long list of career highlights, he is the only player in history to win the ICC ODI Player of the Year award twice, in 2008 and 2009. 

On November 1, 2011, MS Dhoni became the second cricket player after Kapil Dev to earn the honorary title conferred upon him by The Indian Territorial Army. 

Cricketer to earn the rank of Lieutenant Colonel

Dhoni is a huge motorcycle enthusiast with a garage full of exotic and vintage motorbikes, including a few superbikes. 

As per reports, both met through Dhoni's manager at a chance meeting at the Taj Bengal for the first time. Dhoni dug for Sakshi’s number and it took several texts from his side to make Sakshi agree to a date in March 2008.

MS Dhoni and wife Sakshi Dhoni met in Kolkata 

6 Interesting Facts about MS Dhoni

Djokovic at 350, But Who Has Won Most Grand Slam Singles Matches?

Located in Portugal, the university was originally established in the country's capital but was moved various times. It was permanently established in Coimbra in 1537.

Wimbledon 2023: Top Seeds in Action on Day 4

Wimbledon 2023: Top Seeds in Action on Day 3 featuring Novak Djokovic

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Top 10 Female Players with Most Wimbledon Singles Titles

Martina Navratilova is the most successful player in Wimbledon history. Her triumphs came in 1978, 1979, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, and 1990.

Helen Wills Moody claimed eight Wimbledon titles in 1927, 1928, 1929, 1930, 1932, 1933, 1935, and 1938. She had an incredible style and impeccable technique.

Dorothea Lambert Chambers was a British tennis pioneer with exceptional talent. Her victories came in 1903, 1904, 1906, 1910, 1911, 1913, and 1914.

Steffi Graf is one of the greatest players in tennis history. Her seven Wimbledon victories came in 1988, 1989, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1995, and 1996.

Serena Williams is one of the most dominant players of her generation. Her victories came in 2002, 2003, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2015, and 2016.

Blanche Bingley is a notable player from the late 19th century. Her victories came in 1886, 1889, 1894, 1897, 1899, and 1900.

Suzanne Lenglen, a French tennis icon, had remarkable skills. She won six Wimbledon trophies in 1919, 1920, 1921, 1922, 1923, and 1925.

Billie Jean King was a pioneer of gender equality in Tennis. Her Wimbledon victories came in 1966, 1967, 1968, 1972, 1973, and 1975.

Charlotte Cooper Sterry has five Wimbledon titles to her name. Her triumphs came in 1895, 1896, 1898, 1901, and 1908.

Lottie Dod, a remarkable talent of the Victorian era, claimed five Wimbledon singles titles. Her victories came in 1887, 1888, 1891, 1892, and 1893.

Here are the top 10 female players with the most Wimbledon Singles titles.

Wimbledon 2023: Schedule of Play for Tuesday, July 4

Here are the details of all the big matches in the first round of men's and women's singles on second day of the Wimbledon Championship 2023

First round- men's singles and women's singles 

Gentelmen's Singles at No. 2 Court
Expected time: 11:00 am local time

Gentlemen's Singles at No. 2 Court
Expected time: 11:00 am local time

Ladies' Singles at Court 12
Expected time: 11:00 am local time

Karolina Pliskova vs Natalija Stevanoic 

Ladies' Singles at Court 18
Expected time: 11:00 am local time

Gentlemen's Singles at No. 1 Court
Expected time: 1:00 pm local time

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Ladies' Singles at Centre Court
Expected time: 1:30 pm local time

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Top 10 Most Singles Titles in Wimbledon (Male)

Roger Federer, one the greatest tennis legends, has eight Wimbledon titles. His Wimbledon wins came in 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012, and 2017.

Novak Djokovic has won seven Wimbledon titles at the All-England Club. The Serbian star won his first Wimbledon title in 2011, defeating Nadal in four sets.

William Renshaw was a pioneering figure in tennis history. He secured six consecutive Wimbledon titles from 1881 to 1886 and then a seventh one in 1889.

Pete Sampras has captured the Wimbledon title seven times. His triumphs came in 1993, 1994, 1995, 1997, 1998, 1999, and 2000.

Bjorn Borg was a Swedish tennis legend. He secured five consecutive Wimbledon titles from 1976 to 1980. He had a famous rivalry with John McEnroe.

Laurence Doherty achieved significant success at Wimbledon by winning the title five times consecutively from 1902 to 1906.

Reginald Doherty won the Wimbledon title four times. He had exceptional athleticism, powerful shots and strategic play.

Anthony Wilding, a tennis star from New Zealand, claimed four Wimbledon titles from 1910 to 1913.

The Australian tennis star Rod Laver won four Wimbledon titles. His extraordinary talent, mobility, and left-handed style made him a fearsome force on the court.

Wilfred Baddeley won the Wimbledon title three times. He left an indelible mark in the history of Wimbledon and tennis.

Wimbledon is one of the oldest and most renowned tennis titles. Here are the top ten male tennis players with the highest number of Wimbledon titles.

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7 Most Beautiful Cricket Stadia In The World

As fans get ready for the World Cup, here's a lowdown on the most
picturesque cricket stadia in the world



Newlands, framed by Table Mountain and Devil's Peak, is a must-visit cricket stadium with picture-perfect aesthetics.


John Davies Oval, Queenstown (New Zealand)



Nestled in Otago and embraced by the majestic 'The Remarkables' mountain range, Queenstown Events Centre or John Davies Oval stands as a breathtaking cricket stadium.




Dharamsala Cricket Stadium, situated 4,110 feet above sea level, offers a stunning backdrop of the Himalayas and hosted Pakistan as the first international team.




Nestled between the Indian Ocean and Galle Fort, this cricket ground is renowned for its breathtaking setting. After the devastating 2004 tsunami, the stadium was painstakingly rebuilt 

Regarded as the ultimate destination for cricket enthusiasts, the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground, founded by Thomas Lord in 1814, features a renowned balcony that provides a magnificent vantage point to witness both the sprawling field and the thrilling matches.

Melbourne Cricket Ground – Melbourne, Australia

The Melbourne Cricket Ground, known for its rich cricketing heritage, adds to the grandeur of Australian cricket and stands as an internationally renowned stadium, epitomising iconic sporting venues globally.

The Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, UAE, has captivated cricket enthusiasts worldwide, despite UAE not being among the traditional cricket-playing nations.

As fans get ready for the World Cup, here's a lowdown on the most picturesque cricket stadia in the world

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