Mumbai took a commanding position on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group A clash against Meghalaya, thanks to Shardul Thakur's historic hat-trick and impressive batting performances. Thakur led the charge with the ball, dismantling Meghalaya’s top order and claiming a memorable hat-trick – the fifth in Mumbai’s Ranji history. Thakur’s early breakthrough, combined with his fiery spell, reduced Meghalaya to a staggering 2/5, before the visitors could mu

Massive Fan Turnout at Kohli's Return to Domestic Cricket: Virat Kohli's much-anticipated return to domestic cricket after 12 years created a buzz, with the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi packed with excited fans. The free entry for spectators led to a huge turnout, with fans arriving early in the morning to witness Kohli in action. His presence has significantly revitalized the Ranji Trophy, underscoring his immense popularity and influence in Indian cricket, e

Gongadi Trisha, the rising star of Indian women's cricket, made history by becoming the first player to score a century in the ongoing Women's T20 U-19 World Cup. Her dazzling 110* off 53 balls guided India to a commanding 150-run victory over Scotland in their Super Six encounter. India posted a massive 208/1, and Scotland was bowled out for a mere 58 runs. Trisha, who had previously shown great form with scores of 49 and 40 in the tournament, has been one of the standout players for

 The International Masters League (IML) is gearing up for its exciting inaugural season with a lineup of six powerhouse teams: India, Australia, England, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and the West Indies. The tournament promises a nostalgic reunion for cricket fans, bringing together some of the greatest players in the history of the game. The opening match on February 22, 2025, will see India, led by the legendary Sachin Tendulkar, face off against Sri Lanka, captained by the iconic Kumar Sa

Varun Chakravarthy's Rise in ICC T20I Rankings: India's mystery spinner, Varun Chakravarthy, has made a remarkable climb in the ICC Men's T20I Bowling Rankings, jumping 25 places to secure the fifth position. His performance in the ongoing five-match series against England, particularly his standout five-wicket haul in Rajkot during the third T20I, has caught the attention o

Amravati, the capital of Andhra Pradesh, is set to make cricketing history with the construction of the largest cricket stadium in India, which will surpass the current record-holder, the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The Andhra Cricket Association (ACA) has announced that the new stadium will have a seating capacity of over 1.32 lakh spectators, making it the largest in the country. The ACA president, Kesineni Sivanth, revealed that the state government has been asked to allo

Virat Kohli, one of India's cricketing icons, is making his much-awaited return to domestic cricket by featuring in the upcoming Ranji Trophy match for Delhi against Railways. This will be his first appearance in the competition in over 12 years, with his last appearance in a domestic red-ball event dating back to 2012. Kohli was seen participating in a practice session at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, where he joined his Delhi teammates ahead of the match. Kohli had pr

India’s fast-bowling ace, Jasprit Bumrah, has been awarded the prestigious ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year 2024 title after an outstanding year where he picked up 71 wickets in 13 matches, averaging an impressive 14.92. This achievement made him the fourth Indian bowler to surpass 70 Test wickets in a calendar year, following in the footsteps of cricket legends like Ravichandran Ashwin, Anil Kumble, and Kapil Dev. Bumrah's 2024 was marked by his exceptional perfor

Pakistan and Nepal breezed through their respective fourth-place play-off matches in the ICC Women’s U-19 T20 World Cup in Kuala Lumpur on Friday. Pakistan, with a strong performance from pacer Haniah Ahmer, who took 4 wickets for 20 runs, defeated Samoa by 52 runs. Pakistan posted a total of 136/8 with contributions from Maham Anees (28) and Fatima Khan (25). In reply, Samoa could only manage 84 runs in 18.5 overs. Quratulain Ahsen (2/13) and Fatima Khan (2/19) supported Hani

In a heartfelt announcement on Friday, Indian equestrian Anush Agarwalla revealed the end of his seven-year partnership with his horse, Manni, who will now retire from competitive sport. The duo shared numerous successes, including a gold medal in the dressage team event and a bronze in the individual event at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games. In an emotional Instagram video, Agarwalla expressed gratitude for Manni's support, saying that the horse had been central to his achievemen

D Gukesh has continued his rapid ascent in the world of chess by overtaking Arjun Erigaisi to become the highest-ranked Indian chess player in the latest FIDE rankings. The 18-year-old achieved this milestone after winning his second game in the prestigious Tata Steel Tournament in Wijk Aan Zee, Netherlands, defeating Germany’s Vincent Keymer. Gukesh now holds an impressive rating of 2784 points, putting him at fourth place globally, while Erigaisi, the previous highest-ranked Indian, h

 Indian IT companies are set to benefit from a resurgence in discretionary technology spending, which is expected to lead to incremental revenue growth. After a prolonged downturn, demand is picking up, driven by easing macroeconomic factors such as rate cuts and the new U.S. administration's policies. Key IT players like Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, Wipro, and HCLTech have seen a positive shift in discretionary spending across sectors, including BFSI and retail.

ISRO's Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) has successfully completed the integration of the liquid propulsion system for the Crew Module of Gaganyaan, India's first human spaceflight mission. On January 21, 2025, ISRO dispatched the Crew Module to the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota for further processing and integration. This uncrewed mission, known as Gaganyaan (G1), is a crucial step in ISRO's efforts to acquire human spaceflight capabilities. The Crew

The HSBC Hurun Global Indians List 2024 recognizes 226 Indian-origin leaders who are running 200 of the world’s most valuable companies, collectively worth an astounding $10 trillion. Among the leaders, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, and Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal stand out, with Nadella taking the top spot. This list reflects a growing dominance of Indian-origin leadership in global business, particularly in the software and services sector, which accounts

India’s Smriti Mandhana has risen to second place in the ICC Women's ODI Batting Rankings after a remarkable series against Ireland, where she scored 135 in the third ODI and contributed with 41 and 73 runs in the first two matches. With 738 points, Mandhana is now only behind South Africa's Laura Wolvaardt, who leads the rankings with 773 points. Sri Lanka’s Chamari Athapaththu follows in third with 733 points. Mandhana is currently the only Indian player in the top 10 of

Following the Indian cricket team’s defeat in the Test series against Australia, the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) has introduced a new  guidelines aimed at promoting discipline, team cohesion, and reducing the influence of 'star culture' within the team. These rules come after consultation with head coach Gautam Gambhir and are designed to ensure a more unif

Continuing their unbeaten streak in the Kho Kho World Cup, the Indian women's team defeated Malaysia in commanding fashion to secure a spot in the quarterfinals. The match, held in New Delhi on Thursday, showcased India’s dominance with several spectacular 'Dream Runs' and tactical mastery. The match began with India's defenders Bhilar Opinaben and Monika setting the pace in the opening batch, leading to an evenly matched start with both teams tied at 6-6 by th

As Indian cricket fans eagerly await the official squad announcement for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, former cricketers Sunil Gavaskar and Irfan Pathan have shared their preferred team selections. With the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) seeking an extension from the ICC to finalize the squad due to the uncertainty surrounding Jasprit Bumrah and Kuldeep Yadav’s availability, both Gavaskar and Pathan have made some notable omissions in their dream squads. Sunil G

Shares of prominent gaming companies, including Delta Corp. and OnMobile Global Ltd., surged on Friday after the Supreme Court of India granted a stay on the proceedings regarding show cause notices (SCNs) issued by the tax department. These notices were linked to the proposed imposition of a 28% Goods and Services Tax (GST) on online gaming companies, which had caused significant concern within the industry. Abhishek A Rastogi, the founder of Rastogi Chambers, representing the gaming compani

Manoj Tiwary, former Indian cricketer, has criticized the selection of Gautam Gambhir as the head coach of the Indian national cricket team, stating that Gambhir is more suited for mentoring IPL teams rather than leading the national side. Tiwary cited several poor performances, including India's recent losses in Sri Lanka, New Zealand, and the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, to support his argument that Gambhir’s appointment was a mistake. He believes that Gambhir lacks the necessary coach