Manav Suthar (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: Watching 23-year-old Manav Suthar weave his magic against Afghanistan in the one-off Test at Mullanpur must have brought back memories for Ravichandran Ashwin. Like Ashwin did on his own Test debut in 2011, the Rajasthan left-arm spinner made an immediate impact on the biggest stage, scripting history with a…
As the Middle East conflict continues to strain global energy supplies, the government is pushing for faster expansion of piped natural gas (PNG) connections across the country. But the plan is facing a major hurdle. A shortage of certified gas plumbers has slowed the rollout, with city gas distribution (CGD) companies currently adding only 8,000-10,000…
India’s Neeraj Chopra (PTI Photo) Neeraj Chopra is expected to miss the Rome leg of the Diamond League on June 4, with the Indian star continuing his rehabilitation programme in Türkiye after battling back issues that affected him last season.The Rome entry list for the prestigious event does not include the two-time Olympic medallist, making…
NEW DELHI : Your daily consumption basket, including staples, packaged foods and household essentials, could become more expensive in the months ahead as rising fuel prices push up supply chain and input costs. The fuel price revision, amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, is expected to add fresh pressure on FMCG companies, prompting them to…
Earth’s internal structure continues to reveal details that reshape established scientific explanations about the planet’s formation. One such development concerns the origin and distribution of water. For decades, the dominant explanation suggested that water was delivered to Earth by icy comets during its early history. Geological and seismic research, however, presents a more intricate picture….
A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump reviewed bilateral ties and key economic engagement, an Indian delegation will travel to Washington from April 20 for trade talks, Additional Secretary Darpan Jain said, PTI reported.The delegation is expected to travel next week, sources told PTI, as both sides work towards resolving…
A liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tanker carrying cargo for India has crossed the Strait of Hormuz and is now sailing towards the country, offering some relief to supplies disrupted by the Middle East conflict, PTI reported.An official statement said the Marshall Islands-flagged vessel MT Sarv Shakti, carrying 46,313 tonnes of LPG, cleared the strategic chokepoint…
Sachin Tendulkar and Kane Williamson (X) Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has joined the growing list of tributes for Kane Williamson after the New Zealand star announced his retirement from international cricket on Friday.Williamson’s decision brings an end to a distinguished international career that spanned 378 matches and established him as one of the finest batters…
Quote of the day Leo Tolstoy (Image: Wikipedia) Love and grief have always been closely related in human life. Those who love deeply will often feel more deeply when faced with loss, heartbreak, separation or disappointment. Russian writer and philosopher Leo Tolstoy explored this emotional truth in one of his most moving quotes: “Only people…
Babar Azam in PSL (Screengrabs) NEW DELHI: Peshawar Zalmi captain Babar Azam had a scary moment during a PSL 2026 match against Lahore Qalandars when a sharp bouncer from Ubaid Shah hit his helmet. The incident happened early in the innings, and although he was checked by the physio and underwent a concussion test, Babar…