- newShafali Verma joins elite club, matches Mandhana & Mithali in T20 WC records
Shafali Verma's explosive 53 off 34 balls against Bangladesh secured her third Player of the Match award in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, placing her among India's elite. She also surpassed 500 career runs with an exceptional strike rate of 133.07, the highest in tournament history for batters with over 500 runs. India comfortably chased down Bangladesh's total, showcasing strong batting performances.
- 11 mins ago 25 Jun 26, 11:12pm -
- newVenezuela twin earthquakes: Death toll rises to 164; search for missing continues
- 13 mins ago 25 Jun 26, 11:10pm -
- newDiscount diplomacy: Usha Vance's $8.75 maternity dress delivers a priceless message
- 31 mins ago 25 Jun 26, 10:52pm -
- newFIFA World Cup: Qatar's Assim Madibo banned for five games over leg-break tackle
FIFA has issued a five-match suspension to Qatar's Assim Madibo following a dangerous tackle that caused a severe injury to Canada's Ismael Kone in a World Cup match. This shocking incident overshadowed Canada's landmark victory, and while the ban is harsh, it is lighter than the infamous nine-match suspension given to Luis Suárez in the past. Canada's challenge grows as they prepare to compete without their important midfielder.
- 31 mins ago 25 Jun 26, 10:52pm -
- newT20 WC: Shafali Verma fires India past Bangladesh to keep semifinal hopes alive
India kept their Women's T20 World Cup semifinal hopes alive with a commanding five-wicket victory over Bangladesh. Shafali Verma's explosive 53 off 34 balls set the tone for a comfortable chase, despite persistent fielding concerns. Radha Yadav and Shree Charani impressed with the ball, restricting Bangladesh to 136/8. The win sets up a crucial final group match against Australia.
- 44 mins ago 25 Jun 26, 10:39pm -
- newSwitzerland records hottest June day in history as Europe grapples with heatwave
- 48 mins ago 25 Jun 26, 10:35pm -
- new‘She didn’t want the wedding, he wouldn’t back out’: Ketan Agarwal murder probe takes new turn
A shocking murder plot has unfolded in Pune, where a fiancée and her boyfriend are accused of killing her fiancé. Ketan Agrawal, a real-estate director, died after being pushed into a gorge at Lohagad Fort. Initially ruled an accident, police now allege his fiancée, Siya Goyal, and her boyfriend, Chetan Chaudhary, orchestrated the murder. Investigations suggest Goyal masterminded the plan, with Chaudhary allegedly assisting in the fatal push.
- 58 mins ago 25 Jun 26, 10:25pm -
- newFirst in 96 years! Latham-Conway script history with record stand as NZ punish ENG
Tom Latham and Devon Conway etched their names in New Zealand's Test history with a colossal 317-run opening partnership against England at Trent Bridge. This monumental stand, the second-highest for New Zealand in away Tests, saw Latham score 151 and Conway 157, leaving England's bowlers searching for answers on a placid pitch. The partnership shattered previous records, setting a new benchmark in the series.
- 1 hour ago 25 Jun 26, 10:20pm -
- new'None of our MPs will split': Sharad Pawar's bold assertion in season of defections
Sharad Pawar confidently asserts his Nationalist Congress Party (SP) will remain united, dismissing claims of MPs defecting to Ajit Pawar's faction. His daughter, Supriya Sule, challenged the accuser to name the alleged defectors. This comes amid fears of poaching, following similar splits in Shiv Sena (UBT) and Trinamool Congress, where rebels exploited the Anti-defection Act's loopholes. Pawar's party, with 8 MPs and 10 MLAs, faces vulnerability.
- 1 hour ago 25 Jun 26, 10:07pm -
- newShree Charani scripts history, becomes India’s most successful bowler in a T20 WC
Shree Charani etched her name in history, becoming India's leading wicket-taker in a single T20 World Cup edition with 12 wickets. Her stellar performance against Bangladesh, where she claimed two crucial wickets, propelled her past Poonam Yadav's record. Charani's exceptional bowling, coupled with Radha Yadav's three-wicket haul, restricted Bangladesh to 136/8, setting India up for a potential victory.
- 2 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 9:49pm -
- newRam Temple donation case: After 8 booked in FIR, Akhilesh says 'big fish' being protected
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has accused the Uttar Pradesh government of shielding "big fish" in the alleged Ram Temple donation embezzlement case. An FIR has been registered against eight individuals, but Yadav claims evidence might be tampered with under the guise of an SIT probe, suggesting a pre-determined outcome. This follows allegations of misappropriated funds, prompting a state-formed SIT and a new Supreme Court petition for a CBI-led investigation.
- 2 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 9:48pm -
- newFrom Amazon, ABB to Google, AirTrunk & more: Global giants commit billions of dollars to India
Large US technology companies have collectively committed billions of dollars to India, highlighting the country's growing importance as a key destination for cloud computing, artificial intelligence and deep-tech investments.
- 2 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 9:40pm -
- newBCCI Ombudsman disqualifies KSCA secretary after completing maximum term
Justice Arun Mishra (rtd), the ombudsman, in an order dated June 24, stated that Menon's tenure ended on Dec 16, 2025, nine days after he assumed charge following the elections held on December 7.
- 2 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 9:13pm -
- newOFFSIDE: Too many goals at World Cup 2026? Wait for the knockout rounds…
Who is responsible for so many goals in this World Cup? The ball? Bad defending? Hydration breaks? Read this and more in today's OFFSIDE.
- 2 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 9:00pm -
- newIndia vs Ireland: The room they built for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
A fifteen-year-old prodigy, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, has earned a private dressing room in Belfast, highlighting his extraordinary talent. Despite his IPL heroics, selectors face a dilemma: debut him and disrupt a winning team, or wait for a less challenging opportunity. His mere presence, however, signals the arrival of the next generation of Indian cricket stars, a phenomenon already here.
- 2 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 8:58pm -
- newNetra, IAF’s ‘eye in the sky’ gets final operational clearance
- 3 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 8:46pm -
- newSlippery hands: India drop four catches in six overs as fielding woes continue
Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana won the toss and chose to bat. India, coming into the match after a defeat against South Africa, made two changes, bringing in Radha Yadav and Renuka Thakur for Prema Yadhav and Arundhati Reddy. Bangladesh retained the same XI that beat Pakistan in their previous game.
- 3 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 8:16pm -
- newNew passport to cost Rs 2,500; Rs 6k for tatkal: Centre hikes fees, new rates start July 1
- 3 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 8:15pm -
- newInside the Emergency: The ‘mess’ that triggered India’s darkest hours
Around fifty years ago, students at a government engineering college in Ahmedabad walked out over a steep hike in their monthly food bill. The cause was parochial; the consequences were not. From an OPEC meeting in Vienna in October 1973 to the midnight broadcast on All India Radio on June 25, 1975, a chain of economic shock, popular fury, political mobilisation, and institutional crisis unfolded without interruption. This report reconstructs that chain from primary sources — and asks, which l…
- 3 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 8:10pm -
- newRam Temple donation row: UP Police files FIR 2 days after SIT gives report to CM Yogi; 8 booked
The FIR was lodged by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust member Krishna Mohan at the Ram Janmabhoomi police station under Sections 306 (theft by clerk or servant), 316 (criminal breach of trust), 317 (cheating) and 61 (criminal conspiracy) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), police sources said. According to the complaint, the accused allegedly embezzled donations offered by devotees at the Ram Temple and misappropriated trust funds through a criminal conspiracy.
- 3 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 8:01pm -
- new'Tried to do as much research as we can on him': Tucker stunned by Sooryavanshi hype
Ireland captain Lorcan Tucker expressed awe at 15-year-old Indian batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's rapid rise, calling it "pretty incredible" for the modern era. Tucker highlighted the excitement Sooryavanshi generates, especially among Ireland's Indian community, and acknowledged his potential as a global role model. Despite facing a tough series against a formidable Indian side, Tucker believes early wickets will be crucial for Ireland's chances.
- 3 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 7:54pm -
- newCentre restores commercial LPG supplies curbed during Middle East crisis
- 4 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 7:44pm -
- newMission Punjab 2027: AAP under pressure, Congress adrift; can BJP spring a Bengal-style surprise?
As Punjab gears up for the 2027 elections, a complex and competitive scenario unfolds. The AAP government grapples with controversies stemming from a sacrilege video and growing defections. In contrast, Congress is mired in its own turmoil, leaving room for the BJP to assert itself through robust campaigning efforts. The Shiromani Akali Dal’s fight for relevance adds another layer to a politically charged atmosphere, making the upcoming elections unpredictable.
- 4 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 7:44pm -
- newGold price crash explained: Why are gold rates falling and when will yellow metal recover?
In January 2026, gold prices hit $5595 - a life-time high - they are now trading at below $4,000. The prices are down 7.6% year-to-date. On the MCX, the decline has been lesser - at around 22% - largely due to a hike in import duties.
- 4 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 7:43pm -
- newPoland PM calls for ‘truth’ & 'mutual respect' with Ukraine amid row over WWII legacy
- 4 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 7:22pm -
- newEC says passport among valid documents for SIR identification amid citizenship row
- 4 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 7:13pm -
- newPune murder case: Siya's father hospitalised as Ketan death probe intensifies
A sensational Lohagad Fort murder case has gripped Maharashtra, with a 20-year-old woman and her alleged lover arrested for pushing her fiancé into a 400-foot gorge. Investigators claim a months-long conspiracy, including prior murder attempts and passport sabotage, led to the fatal incident. The accused, who allegedly lured the victim to the fort under the guise of a birthday celebration, remain in police custody.
- 4 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 7:08pm -
- newLost money to cyberfraud? 2 things to do immediately and 1 mistake to avoid
Prime Minister Modi has urged states to expedite e-Zero FIRs for cyber fraud victims, aiming to streamline complaint registration and bypass jurisdictional hurdles. This push comes amid a surge in organized cybercrime, highlighted by a recent CBI crackdown. The article emphasizes the critical first hour after a fraud, advising immediate calls to the 1930 helpline and online reporting to maximize fund recovery chances.
- 4 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 7:06pm -
- newIn a first, Canada admits Khalistanis planted bomb on Air India 'Kanishka' Flight 182
Canadian prime minister Mark Carney on Tuesday bombing the "deadliest attack in our country’s history", saying that Canada stands against violent extremism in all its forms. "Forty-one years ago today, the bombing of Air India Flight 182 claimed 329 innocent lives, including 268 Canadians. It remains the deadliest terrorist attack in Canada’s history," the prime minister said in a statement.
- 5 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 6:36pm -
- newIndia A seize control: Sudharsan’s ton, Jurel-Rasheed stand leave SL A chasing shadows
India A dominated the opening day of their unofficial Test against Sri Lanka A in Galle, reaching a strong 333/4. Sai Sudharsan led the charge with a brilliant 132, anchoring the innings. Captain Dhruv Jurel (68 not out) and Shaik Rasheed (53 not out) continued the momentum with an unbeaten 116-run partnership, putting India A firmly in command.
- 5 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 6:30pm -
- newFormer WTA 1000 champion weighs in on Serena Williams comeback talk
Serena Williams' return to Wimbledon 2026 continues to draw attention throughout tennis, with former Miami Open champion Danielle Collins saying the 23-time Grand Slam winner has nothing left to prove. Collins argued that Williams is returning because she loves competing and remains the sport's true benchmark for greatness. Former coach Rick Macci cautioned that movement on grass could be a challenge after a four-year singles absence, while Andy Roddick praised the confidence required to return…
- 5 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 6:19pm -
- newNetra FOC dedicated to scientists, air warriors killed in 1999 ASP crash
- 5 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 6:11pm -
- new'I just hope': Dravid issues 'fine line' warning for Sooryavanshi as India debut looms
As excitement around the youngster continues to grow, former India coach and Rajasthan Royals head coach Rahul Dravid has shared his thoughts on the teenager.
- 5 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 6:05pm -
- newVideo: How Siya Goyal, 'lover' Chetan plotted Ketan Agarwal's killing over coffee
A chilling plot unfolded as a fiancée and her lover meticulously planned a real estate director's murder. CCTV footage revealed their cafe meeting, where they finalized pushing him from Lohagad Fort. Despite multiple failed attempts and a staged accident, the couple was apprehended. Their extensive phone calls and a history of sabotage exposed the calculated conspiracy, leaving families devastated and prompting political intervention.
- 6 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 5:44pm -
- newCentre elevates Bangladesh envoy Dinesh Trivedi to Union minister rank for ceremonial protocol
- 6 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 5:33pm -
- newMaple Leafs winger emerges as one of NHL’s hottest trade targets
Matthew Knies is the name everyone in the NHL is talking about this offseason. The Toronto Maple Leafs have not committed to trading him, but the conversations are real and the competition is fierce. Buffalo holds the most leverage with the fourth-overall pick. San Jose sees him as the ideal running mate for Macklin Celebrini. Montreal has history here and genuine need. How this plays out could reshape at least one of these franchises heading into next season.
- 6 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 5:04pm -
- new'No deal with US until...': Piyush Goyal clarifies India's stance on trade pact
- 7 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 4:33pm -
- newSeveral injured as CPM, BJP councillors clash at Thiruvananthapuram mayor's office
A scuffle erupted at Thiruvananthapuram Corporation as CPI(M) and BJP councillors clashed outside the Mayor's office. The CPI(M) demanded the resignation of a BJP councillor arrested in an assault case and questioned the validity of a recent oath taken by BJP members. The protest escalated when CPI(M) councillors allegedly blocked the Mayor's entry, leading to injuries among several councillors, mostly women. Police intervened to allow the Mayor access.
- 7 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 4:30pm -
- newSiya Goyal, Chetan Chaudhary now blame each other for plotting Ketan's murder
A shocking murder plot has unraveled in Pune after a real estate director's death at Lohagad Fort. His fiancée and her lover, initially accused of the crime, are now pointing fingers at each other. Investigators revealed a meticulously planned conspiracy involving multiple failed attempts before the fatal push, with the couple allegedly driven by an unwillingness to marry and a desire to avoid family disgrace.
- 7 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 4:23pm -
- newEPFO 3.0: ATM, UPI-linked withdrawals & more - what reforms mean for subscribers
EPFO 3.0 aims to deliver quicker automated claim settlements, instant withdrawals, multilingual self-service facilities and seamless payroll-integrated contributions.
- 7 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 4:19pm -
- newMexico's Ochoa joins Ronaldo and Messi, becomes first goalkeeper in history to ...
The Mexico goalkeeper reached the milestone during his side's final Group A match against the Czech Republic in Mexico City on Wednesday.
- 7 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 4:17pm -
- newMamdani revolution: Are Democrats finally getting their own MAGA moment?
In a pivotal turn for New York City's politics, endorsed candidates of Zohran Mamdani have triumphed in the Democratic congressional primaries. This win signifies a reshaping of the political scene, highlighting a burgeoning progressive momentum that confronts the traditional party machinery. The implications on future elections and the broader national agenda of the Democratic Party are now sparking significant discussions, drawing parallels to the MAGA shift within the Republican Party.
- 8 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 2:53pm -
- newDays after Meta CTO flagged low morale, company reverses two employee policies
Meta has reversed its controversial policy forcing engineers into an AI task force, allowing employees personal choice after widespread backlash. This move follows recent mass layoffs and an AI reorganisation that sparked unrest. The company also acknowledged past mistakes in its aggressive AI push, with CTO Andrew Bosworth admitting morale is at historic lows. Concerns over an AI tracking tool have also led to its pause.
- 9 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 2:19pm -
- newMoody's chief economist Mark Zandi warns: US economy is becoming ‘increasingly’ unequal
America's economy is increasingly divided, with the top 20% of earners now controlling nearly 60% of national spending. While their outlays surged, the bottom 80% are losing ground to inflation, sparking widespread financial frustration. This 'K-shaped' economy is fueling concerns about fairness and the accessibility of the American dream, particularly for essential workers and younger generations.
- 12 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 11:41am -
- newNBA trade rumor: Lakers eye Cavaliers center to support Luka Doncic
The Los Angeles Lakers would reportedly pursue a sign-and-trade sending LeBron James to the Cleveland Cavaliers for center Jarrett Allen, ESPN's Brian Windhorst said June 24, 2026 on ESPN Cleveland radio. James, an unrestricted free agent carrying a roughly $59.5 million cap hold, made $52.6 million last season. The proposal has gained traction because Allen would address the Lakers' long-standing need at center while complementing Luka Doncic and newly re-signed Austin Reaves.
- 15 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 7:54am -
- newBrittany Mahomes breaks silence on family’s $325 million milestone
Patrick Mahomes, the Kansas City Chiefs’ popular quarterback, and his wife Brittany Mahomes have turned into business partners in the last few years and seem to be pretty successful at it. Out of all the investments they have made together, the Kansas City Current has turned out to be extremely profitable with the team being valued at a whopping $325 million today. Amid this, Patrick Mahomes’ wife Brittany Mahomes has opened up about it.
- 20 hours ago 25 Jun 26, 3:31am -
- Good, bad and the ugly: What the world has learned from the Russia-Ukraine war
- 1 day ago 24 Jun 26, 7:16pm -
- Meta's 'neglected' employees get 'hiring message' from Elon Musk's X product head Nikitia Bier
Elon Musk's X is actively recruiting Meta employees feeling "neglected" amid company restructuring and AI shifts. X's head of product publicly invited engineers, even matching snack budget offers, as Meta grapples with internal dissatisfaction. Meta's CTO acknowledged communication failures and is boosting perks and limiting manager reports to improve morale after significant layoffs and the creation of an AI division.
- 3 days ago 22 Jun 26, 5:31pm -