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PCB issues blanket ban on future participation in WCL amid India's withdrawal

The PCB, during its 79th BoG meeting held virtually under the chairmanship of Mohsin Naqvi reviewed with considerable disappointment WCL's appalling conduct of awarding points to a willfully forfeiting team, and the content of the press releases of the WCL announcing the cancellation of the scheduled India vs. Pakistan legends matches, which were tainted with hypocrisy and bias.

Aug 3, 2025

Divya Deshmukh makes history with Chess World Cup win; earns Grandmaster title, too

In the first game, Divya, playing with the white pieces, established a strong position but allowed Humpy to equalize in the later stages. The second game was more evenly matched, with Divya admitting to having "wandered into trouble for no apparent reason" before managing to hold her ground.

Jul 28, 2025

End of an era: Wrestling icon Hulk Hogan dies at 71 due to cardiac arrest; WWE expresses grief

According to TMZ, Hulk Hogan was seen being stretchered off in an ambulance from his residence in Clearwater. Hulk Hogan died at the age of 71.

Jul 24, 2025

Wimbledon honours Thalapathy Vijay, 'Jana Nayagan' during electrifying finals

This marks the first time Wimbledon has saluted an Indian actor and film — making 'Jana Nayagan' the first Indian cinematic reference to be immortalized by the historic sports institution.

Jul 14, 2025

'Grow some f****** ba**s': Shubman Gill hurls expletives at England opener Zak Crawley: netizens say 'Peak Virat Kohli Vibes'

In a fiery end to Day 3 of the third India vs England Test at Lord's on July 12, 2025, India captain Shubman Gill was caught on stump mic hurling expletives and making an obscene gesture at Zak Crawley for intentionally wasting time.

Jul 13, 2025

Virat Kohli looks bored, Anushka Sharma scrolls her phone during Djokovic's Wimbledon match [Reactions]

Apart from Kohli and Anushka, several other eminent personalities were also present to watch Djokovic in action. Star England batter Joe Root and legendary fast bowler James Anderson were spotted at the venue as well.

Jul 8, 2025

MS Dhoni turns 44: Inside pictures from cosy celebration with Sakshi, close friends [PICS]

Legendary Indian wicketkeeper-batter MS Dhoni celebrated his 44th birthday on Monday. A video from the intimate celebration, showing Dhoni in a casual sleeveless T-shirt as he cuts his birthday cake and shares slices with friends, went viral on social media. On July 4, Dhoni and his wife, Sakshi, celebrated their 15th wedding anniversary.

Jul 7, 2025

'Sindhu's place in history is already secured': Gill Clark leads wishes as star shuttler turns 30

Clark, herself a former World Championships medallist in both women's and mixed doubles, hailed Sindhu as one of the finest performers on the biggest stages. She also expressed confidence that the next phase of Sindhu's journey could be just as remarkable, drawing parallels with sporting greats like Roger Federer and Felix Sanchez, who achieved significant success after turning 30.

Jul 5, 2025

Yuvraj Singh mourns tragic death of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre in a car accident

The accident took place around 12:30 am local time in the Spanish province of Zamora. According to the Spanish police, Jota's car veered off the road while trying to overtake another vehicle. A tyre blowout caused the car to lose control and catch fire. Sadly, both Jota and his brother died at the scene.

Jul 3, 2025

National Sports Policy 2025 approved; India targets 2036 Olympic and mass participation

The policy also positions sports as a tool for social development, with a focus on inclusivity. It seeks to promote participation among women, the economically disadvantaged, tribal communities, and persons with disabilities.

Jul 1, 2025

India eyes 2036 Olympics: Nation prepared to host, says Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the country's readiness to host the prestigious event during the Olympic Day Run at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. The event, attended by Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya and Indian Olympic Association President P.T. Usha, was a celebration of sports and fitness.

Jun 22, 2025

Tears of love: Cricketer Rinku Singh emotional on engagement to Priya Saroj; fans rejoice

Cricketer Rinku Singh's fiancée, Priya Saroj, hails from Karkhiyaon village in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, and is among India's youngest Members of Parliament. She carries forward the political legacy of her father, Tufani Saroj, a three-time MP and the current MLA from Kerakat.

Jun 8, 2025

Gukesh, Pragg, Vaishali, Kuneru among 15 Indians qualified for FIDE Grand Swiss 2025

Reigning world champion D Gukesh, R Praggnanandha, Vaishali R and Kuneru Humpy are among the 15 Indian players (11 men and four women) qualified for the 2025 FIDE Grand Swiss and Women's Grand Swiss, which will take place in Samarkand, Uzbekistan from September 3–16.

Jun 5, 2025

Virat Kohli criticised for refusing selfies after returning to Mumbai amid Bengaluru stampede

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma were spotted at the Mumbai airport this morning as they returned from Bengaluru, where they participated in the grand victory parade celebrating Royal Challengers Bangalore's historic IPL win. The team lifted their maiden IPL trophy on June 3.

Jun 5, 2025

Bengaluru stampede: Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma, Kamal Haasan, Madhavan react to tragedy

IPL champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru issued a statement on Wednesday following the death of 11 people and injuries to over 47 others in a stampede that occurred as thousands gathered to celebrate the franchise's IPL final victory.

Jun 5, 2025