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New two-wheeler norms to curb hands-off riding

New Delhi, May 18 -- Youngsters riding bikes at high speed without hands on the handlebars and performing stunts have long been a common sight in India, raising serious safety concerns for both riders... Read More


Satwik-Chirag fail to cross the final hurdle

NEW DELHI, May 18 -- Despite their injuries, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have been playing high quality badminton, which has helped them maintain their top 10 ranking status. The world N... Read More


Allen rediscovers game, keeps KKR's hopes alive

Kolkata, May 18 -- Finn Allen entered the IPL coming off a run to the T20 World Cup final with New Zealand where the sixes looked effortless, the bat swing uncomplicated and his confidence absolute. F... Read More


Starc, openers shine in DC win as last-four race heats up

New Delhi, May 18 -- After losing five out of six games at home, Delhi Capitals finally turned things around to finish their last game in Delhi on a winning note, defeating Rajasthan Royals by five wi... Read More


Bagan's equaliser keeps EB waiting

Kolkata, May 18 -- Its deal for a commercial partner still not locked in, the Indian Super League (ISL) is staring at an uncertain future. Yet, in a city recently painted saffron, the Salt Lake stadiu... Read More


RCB seal playoffs spot, loss adds to PBKS woes

Mumbai, May 18 -- Moments after play ended, Ricky Ponting sat all by himself in the dugout, head slumped in his arms and eyes staring ahead. Shreyas Iyer, for a change through the evening, wore a smil... Read More


andhra cm must adopt tools for climate resilience

New Delhi, May 18 -- Andhra Pradesh chief minister Chandrababu Naidu announced incentives of Rs.30,000 for a third child and Rs.40,000 for a fourth. Increased populations and, therefore, parliamentary... Read More


Media freedom, minority rights not declining: MEA

New Delhi, May 18 -- The Indian government has rejected the notion of a decline in media freedom and rights of minority communities, with a senior diplomat saying the country is a "vibrant democracy" ... Read More


'Godman' murders 2after ritual, arrested

PUNE, May 18 -- A self-styled godman was arrested in Maharashtra's Dhule district after a woman and her friend were allegedly murdered following a late-night ritual at his ashram, police said on Sunda... Read More


Forces begin ops to rescue hostages in Manipur

IMPHAL, May 18 -- Security forces in Manipur have initiated operations to rescue hostages who have been held captive by respective Kuki and Naga groups, according to an official aware of the matter. "... Read More