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Umair's journey: From tennis ball league to Mumbai Ranji squad

Mumbai, Oct. 11 -- A few months ago, Irfan Umair was playing tennis ball cricket in the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL). He will soon board a flight to Srinagar to turn out for the Mumbai squad fo... Read More


Young Indians out to defend Asian TT medals

Mumbai, Oct. 11 -- A year ago from the Asian Table Tennis Championships in Kazakhstan, the Indian contingent walked away with three medals. Two of them came from team events, including a stunning silv... Read More


In his new innings, Sachin recalls first cricket shoes

Mumbai, Oct. 11 -- In terms of cricket gear, the current players are spoilt for choice. Even local cricketers get to wear the best footwear. But when Sachin Tendulkar began his cricketing journey, he ... Read More


Two fine innings and one unforgettable show of grit

Visakhapatnam, Oct. 11 -- Thursday night belonged to two batters on opposite sides. Each scripting an innings that will linger long in memory. In Visakhapatnam, where the humidity hung heavy and press... Read More


Richa and Nadine: Two innings, one unforgettable night of grit

Visakhapatnam, Oct. 11 -- Thursday night belonged to two batters on opposite sides. Each scripting an innings that will linger long in memory. In Visakhapatnam, where the humidity hung heavy and press... Read More


BWF World Junior Championships 2025: China beats Indonesia to clinch Suhandinata Cup for 15th time; India, Japan bag bronze medals

Guwahati, Oct. 11 -- Badminton powerhouse China showcased composure under pressure to defeat defending champions Indonesia 2-0 in the finals of the BWF World Junior Championships 2025 on Saturday, lif... Read More


Djokovic into Shanghai Masters semis as Vacherot's fairytale run continuesPublished on: October 11, 2025 3:35 AM

Pakistan, Oct. 11 -- Fourth seed Novak Djokovic battled past a spirited Zizou Bergs 6-3, 7-5 on Thursday to reach the Shanghai Masters semifinals for a 10th time, setting up a clash with surprise pack... Read More


Indonesia bars Israeli athletes from gymnastics world championshipPublished on: October 11, 2025 3:33 AM

Pakistan, Oct. 11 -- Indonesia will not issue visas to Israeli athletes for the upcoming world artistic gymnastics championships in Jakarta, a minister said Thursday, citing the nation's support for P... Read More


Drake loses defamation case over Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us'Published on: October 11, 2025 3:21 AM

Pakistan, Oct. 11 -- Drake lost his defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG) concerning Kendrick Lamar's diss track "Not Like Us". In a ruling issued on October 9, a federal judge deter... Read More


Ram Charan sends warm birthday wishes to Amitabh Bachchan, reflects on India's archery potential

New Delhi, Oct. 11 -- Actor Ram Charan extended a heartwarming wish to Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan on his 83rd birthday. The 'RRR' star, who was present at a press conference in the capital,... Read More