The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has been suspended indefinitely, following growing hostilities between India and Pakistan. The decision, confirmed by a senior BCCI official on Friday, came in the wake of heightened military tension, multiple air raid alerts, and nationwide blackouts that disrupted not just civilian life but also major sporting events. The league’s suspension was triggered by the mid-match cancellation of Thursday’s clash between Punjab Kings and D

KL Rahul’s return to the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Tuesday was anything but routine. The former Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) captain came back not in blue and gold, but wearing the Delhi Capitals (DC) jersey—a shift that carried with it not just tactical implications but emotional undertones that were hard to ignore. In the lead-up to this IPL 2025 fixture between DC and LSG, one subplot stood out—the tense relationshi

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) spinner Digvesh Rathi has emerged as one of the most exciting new talents in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. While his bowling has consistently delivered crucial wickets for LSG, it’s his post-wicket celebrations that have unexpectedly become a talking point—and not always for the right reasons. Rathi, who was acquired for a modest INR 30 lakh at the IPL 2025 mega auction, has proved to be a valuable asset for the Lucknow franchise.

Juventus’ push for Champions League qualification suffered another blow on Sunday as they were held to a 1-1 draw by fellow contenders AS Roma in a tense clash at the Stadio Olimpico. The result leaves Juve in fifth place with 56 points, tied with fourth-placed Bologna in a crowded and competitive race for the final two Champions League spots. Manuel Locatelli opened the scoring for Juventus with a brilliant volley just before half-time, only for Eldor Shomurodov to equalize four minute

Ahead of their highly anticipated IPL 2025 clash, a humorous exchange between India stars Rohit Sharma and Shardul Thakur lit up social media, offering fans a lighter moment amid fierce cricketing competition. The interaction, captured and shared by the Mumbai Indians’ official social handles, showed the strong camaraderie between the two players—reaffirming that humor and sportsmanship often go hand-in-hand in cricket. As Mumbai Indians prepare to face off against Lucknow Super G

Qualcomm has unveiled its latest Snapdragon G Series lineup, introducing three new processors designed specifically for handheld gaming devices. The newly announced Snapdragon G3 Gen 3, Snapdragon G2 Gen 2, and Snapdragon G1 Gen 2 platforms aim to deliver enhanced performance, improved graphics, and superior connectivity for Android-based handheld consoles. These new chipsets mark a significant leap forward in Qualcomm’s efforts to dominate the handheld gaming market, offering a range o

Former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni delighted fans as he danced with Rishabh Pant and Suresh Raina at Pant’s sister's wedding. The celebrations, held in Mussoorie, witnessed Dhoni letting loose and joining in the festivities. A viral video circulating on social media shows Dhoni dancing enthusiastically with Pant and Raina, creating a buzz among fans. The heartwarming moment has drawn widespread attention as cricket fans relish seeing the legendary cri

Fenerbahce head coach Jose Mourinho has been handed a four-match suspension and fined €42,000 by the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) for his controversial remarks following a heated Istanbul derby against Galatasaray. The decision, announced on Thursday, penalizes Mourinho for comments deemed unethical and unsportsmanlike after his team played to a 0-0 draw in the high-stakes Turkish Super Lig clash on Monday.The suspension comes as Fenerbahce trails Galatasaray by six points in the le

Apple has officially launched its first product of the year, the iPhone 16e, on February 19, with pre-orders beginning on February 21. The latest addition to the iPhone lineup is set to go on sale starting February 28. In India, the iPhone 16e starts at ₹59,900, but Apple’s official distributor, Redington, has announced attractive offers, allowing customers to avail up to ₹10,000 in discounts.   iPhone 1

Sri Lanka’s cricket team pulled off a stunning 174-run win over Australia in the second and final ODI in Colombo, securing a series sweep with a 2-0 victory. Australia, chasing 282, were bowled out for a paltry 107, their lowest-ever total in Asia. The collapse was dramatic, as they lost their final seven wickets for just 28 runs.   Australia made several changes in their lineup, experimenting ahead of next week’s Champions Trophy. Despite using a variety of

A Mirage 2000 fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed today near Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, while on a routine training mission. The two pilots onboard the multirole jet were able to eject safely and are reported to be unharmed. The crash is under investigation, with a court of inquiry ordered to determine the cause of the incident. Mirage 2000 aircraft have been in service with the IAF for several decades and are renowned for their reliability and versatility in various combat

The BCCI has announced an updated squad for India’s three-match ODI series against England, set to begin on Thursday. The major change includes the inclusion of Varun Chakaravarthy, who was a standout performer in the recent T20I series against England, taking 14 wickets, including a five-wicket haul. His exceptional performance earned him the title of "Player of the Series." However, a major omission is that of Jasprit Bumrah, who has been named only for the third ODI, with H

Tamil Nadu’s professional boxer Sabari Jaishankar is set to headline the upcoming Super Fighter Series, an international boxing event scheduled for February 7 in Bangkok. Jaishankar, who is currently the WBC Middle East and WBC Australasia champion, will take on seasoned Thai boxer Rattakorn Tassaworn in an exciting match-up. Jaishankar is not the only Indian boxer participating in this high-profile event. His fellow countrymen, Laldinsanga and Vanlalawmpuia, both from Mizoram

Rishabh Pant Appointed Captain of LSG for IPL 2025 Indian cricket team wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant has been named the captain of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for the upcoming IPL 2025 season. Pant, who was previously the captain of Delhi Capitals (DC), was bought by LSG for a record-breaking Rs 27 crore in the IPL 2025 auction. The decision came after a bidding war between LSG and DC, with LSG winning the deal. Pant’s IPL Journey and Record Auction

Air Chief Marshal AP Singh has raised serious concerns about the ongoing delays in the delivery of the Tejas fighter aircraft, calling for an urgent boost in private sector partnerships for defence product development. Speaking at the 21st Subroto Mukherjee Seminar, Singh emphasized that R&D in defence becomes irrelevant if it doesn't meet its timelines, pointing out how the Tejas project, conceived in 1984, still faces delays. Despite its induction into the Indian Air Force in 2016,

Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, who recently suffered from back spasms, is likely to be rested for most of India’s home white-ball series against England. The move is part of a strategy to ensure Bumrah’s fitness ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy, which starts on February 19. Bumrah, who had an outstanding performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, claiming 32 wickets, was unable to bowl in the final innings due to the injury. His back spasms are believed to be linked to his heavy

India completed a 3-0 series sweep over the West Indies in the final Women's ODI in Vadodara on Friday, thanks to Deepti Sharma's career-best performance with the ball and a crucial unbeaten knock with the bat. Sharma claimed remarkable figures of 6/31, supported by pacer Renuka Singh, who took 4/29, as India bowled West Indies out for just 162. India faced a brief wobble while chasing, losing four quick wickets to be at 73/4, but Sharma (39 not out off 48 balls) guided them to victor

Virat Kohli’s first stint in the match simulation at WACA was brief but challenging. Coming in after KL Rahul’s early departure due to an elbow injury, Kohli faced an immediate test on the notoriously bouncy WACA pitch. The simulation was a test for India’s batting stars, with both Kohli and Shubman Gill trying to get accustomed to the pace and bounce. Kohli’s initial period in the middle saw him struggle slightly with the unpredictable bounce, scoring just 15 runs bef

With just two days remaining before the IPL 2025 retention deadline, excitement is building around the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and the pivotal decisions they will make. A key focus of speculation is whether MS Dhoni, the legendary captain, will return for another season. As an uncapped player since his international retirement over five years ago, Dhoni's status has generated heated discussions among fans and analysts alike. A recent post by CSK on social media, featuring cryp

Ahead of India's three-match Test series against New Zealand, former wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel expressed strong confidence in the Rohit Sharma-led side's ability to triumph over any opponent in the longest format of the game. Since New Zealand defeated India in the 2021 World Test Championship final, India has rebounded impressively, reaching another final in 2023 and currently holding the top rank in Test cricket. The team is also coming off a dominant 2-0 series win over Ban