D Gukesh, the 18-year-old chess prodigy, has been receiving love and praise from all over, including celebrities like Rajinikanth and Sivakarthikeyan. After making history by defeating China's Ding Liren in the FIDE World Championship match held in Singapore, Gukesh met with Rajinikanth and Sivakarthikeyan in Chennai.   Rajinikanth gifted Gukesh a shawl and a book, Paramahansa Yogananda'

Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test saw a riveting contest between bat and ball. Teen debutant Sam Konstas stunned India's bowling attack, particularly Jasprit Bumrah, with an aggressive 60 off 65 balls, including innovative strokes like reverse scoops and lofted drives. His fearless innings gave Australia a strong start, allowing Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne to consolidate. India's bowlers, including Bumrah and Siraj, initially struggled but found rhythm post-lunch. Bumr

The weakening of Asian currencies is bringing key levels into focus as traders prepare for further dollar gains, fueled by expectations surrounding Donald Trump's economic policies. The Bloomberg Asia Dollar Index is on track for its third consecutive monthly loss, with traders betting that Trump’s low-tax and high-tariff approach will increase inflation and boost the dollar. According to the latest data from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, both hedge funds and asset manag

Indian Americans have become the largest "Asian-alone" group in the United States, recently surpassing Chinese Americans, according to new Census Bureau data. While Chinese Americans remain the largest Asian group when including multiracial individuals, the number of people identifying as solely Indian on the 2020 census has grown to nearly 4.4 million—a 55% increase over the last decade. This shift reflects a long-standing trend since the 1990s when the U.S. tech bo

Title and Overview: Defending champions India achieved a hard-fought 1-0 victory over hosts China to clinch their fifth Asian Champions Trophy title. The final, held amidst intense competition, saw India’s perseverance and strategic play ultimately lead them to triumph. Match Highlights: Despite a challenging match where India struggled to penetrate the Chinese defense in the first three quarters, the breakthrough c

In a spectacular display of hockey, India overwhelmed Malaysia with an 8-1 victory in their Asian Champions Trophy 2024 match. The game was highlighted by Rajkumar Pal’s exceptional hat-trick performance, with his goals coming in each of the first three quarters. Alongside him, Araijeet Singh Hundal contributed significantly, scoring two goals—one in the first quarter and another in the third. Their combined efforts showcased India's attacking prowess and tactical superiority.

Paralympics 2024: Avani Lekhara to Preethi Pal - Full list of India's medal winners India have sent their biggest contingent of 84 para athletes to the ongoing Paralympics 2024. In terms of medal tally, India have been impressive, with Avani Lekhara becoming the first Indian woman to clinch two gold medals at the Paralympics, as she

Preethi Pal, at just 23 years old, made history by becoming the first Indian woman in track and field to win two medals at the Paralympics. She secured a bronze in the 200m T35 category with a personal best of 30.01 seconds on Sunday, marking India's second para-athletics medal at the Paris Games. The T35 classification is designated for athletes with coordination impairments, such as hypertonia, ataxia, and athetosis. Earlier, on Friday, Preethi had earned India&rsquo

Neeraj Chopra, India’s celebrated javelin thrower, has shared a heartfelt and emotional update following his silver medal win at the Paris Olympics. The 26-year-old revealed that his journey to the podium was marred by significant injury concerns, and he may soon need surgery due to a persistent adductor niggle—a muscle issue in his thigh that has plagued him in recent months. Despite these challenges, Chopra achieved a season's best throw of 89.45 meters, securing t

Indian wrestling champion Vinesh Phogat has made a surprising decision to retire from the sport, following her disqualification from the Paris Olympics 2024 wrestling final. Phogat shared her decision on social media, expressing her profound disappointment and announcing her retirement with a heartfelt message: “Motherly wrestling won over me. I lost. I’m sorry. Your dream and my courage are broken. I no longer have the strength to fight. I will forever be indebted to yo

In a challenging turn of events for Vinesh Phogat, the talented wrestler faces disqualification from the Paris Olympics in her 50 kg gold medal bout due to a slight weight discrepancy. The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) issued a statement saying, “It is with a heavy heart that we announce Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from the Women’s Wrestling 50kg class. Despite the team’s best efforts th

In a nerve-wracking finale on June 29, 2024, India clinched their maiden T20 World Cup title, outclassing South Africa by 7 runs. The nail-biting contest saw India post a challenging total of 177 runs, which the Proteas failed to surpass, managing 169/8 in their 20 overs. The Indian team, led by Rohit Sharma, showcased exceptional skill and teamwork, with Virat Kohli's outstanding performance earning him the Player of the Match award. Kohli's impressive knock and crucial con

In the vast landscape of Indian cricket, where talent constantly emerges and evolves, one name has been making waves in recent years: Dhruv Jurel. Hailing from Agra, Uttar Pradesh, Jurel has quickly risen through the ranks, showcasing his prowess as a wicketkeeper-batsman and earning recognition for his exceptional skills and dedication to the sport. Born on September 22, 2001, Dhruv Jurel's cricketing journey began at a young age, fueled by his passion for the game and a relent

Exciting News for Cricket Enthusiasts in Dallas, TX!  The wait is finally over! Super Kings Fandom Cricket is thrilled to announce the grand launch of the Super Kings Academy in Dallas, TX, starting January 2nd!