In the wake of a disappointing performance in the Haryana elections, Congress leaders have lodged a formal complaint with the Election Commission, alleging that Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) were hacked. Party spokesman Pawan Khera stated that the alleged hacking occurred across 20 seats, with documentary evidence provided for seven of them. The remaining evidence for the other 13 seats is expected to be submitted within the next 48 hours. Khera emphasized the importance of fair

England cricket star Joe Root made history on Day 2 of the first Test match against Pakistan in Multan by becoming the first batter to score 5000 runs in the World Test Championship (WTC). Root achieved this milestone after scoring 32 runs off 54 balls, including two fours. Coming into the match needing just 27 runs, he now holds a total of 5005 runs in 59 matches, outpacing Australia's Marnus Labuschagne, who is second with 3904 runs, and Steve Smith, who sits third with 3484 runs.

Spain will face Denmark and Serbia in the Nations League without key striker Nico Williams, who has been sidelined due to an injury sustained while with Athletic Bilbao. Williams reported to the national team's training camp at Las Rozas, near Madrid, but was released after discussions between the medical teams of his club and the national team, as confirmed by a statement from the Spanish football federation. The absence of Williams is a significant blow for Spain, especially g

Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has officially taken on a new role as the head of football operations at Red Bull, overseeing the club’s franchises, including RB Leipzig, Red Bull Salzburg, and New York Red Bulls. This announcement, made by the company on October 9, 2024, marks a significant shift for Klopp after a successful nine-year tenure at Liverpool, during which he revitalized the club, securing both the Premier League and the Champions League titles. Klopp's

Team India's campaign in the Women's T20 World Cup 2024 hit a rough patch following their opening loss to New Zealand. Despite bouncing back with a convincing victory over Pakistan in their second match, the road to semi-final qualification remains fraught with challenges. As New Zealand prepares to face Australia, Team India finds itself rooting for the White Ferns to enhance their chances of progressing in the tournament. India's prospects for moving beyond the group s

In a touching gesture, Indian cricket star Virat Kohli gifted a signed bat to Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan following the second Test match in Kanpur, which also marked Shakib's final appearance on Indian soil. This moment was particularly poignant as Shakib announced his retirement ahead of the match, and uncertainties loom regarding his participation in future Test matches due to ongoing political tensions in Bangladesh. After India's comprehensive victory over Banglade

n a hard-fought battle during the AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers, India’s U20 football team faced off against the formidable Iranian side, ultimately succumbing to a narrow defeat by a score of 1-0. The match took place amidst high hopes and expectations, as the Indian squad aimed to showcase their talent against one of Asia’s traditional football powerhouses. From the outset, the game was marked by resilience and determination from the Indian players, who managed to conta

A disturbing incident occurred at the Green Park Stadium in Kanpur during the first day of the second Test match between India and Bangladesh. Bangladesh cricket team's super fan, known as Tiger Roby, was allegedly assaulted by a group of Indian fans. The altercation prompted police intervention, and Roby was subsequently taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. According to reports from news agency PTI, the incident unfolded in stand C, where Roby, dressed in a tiger costume,

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have officially announced the appointment of Dwayne Bravo as their new mentor for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. This decision comes shortly after Bravo's announcement of retirement from all forms of cricket following a challenging end to his Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2024 season due to injury. Bravo steps into the role previously held by Gautam Gambhir, who left KKR to take on the position of head coach for Team India.

As the Indian cricket team prepares for the crucial second Test against Bangladesh at Kanpur's Green Park Stadium, all eyes are on KL Rahul, who has struggled since his return from injury. With a batting average around 35 and lackluster performances raising doubts about his position, the pressure is on for the experienced player. Indian batting coach Abhishek Nayar remains optimistic, highlighting the need for support during challenging phases. Nayar acknowledged Rahul's pas

Team India celebrated a convincing 280-run victory over Bangladesh in the first Test at Chepauk, but the win couldn't mask the ongoing concerns regarding the form of key players Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Despite strong performances from teammates like Ravichandran Ashwin and Jasprit Bumrah, the batting stalwarts failed to make significant contributions, raising questions about their preparation. Both Kohli and Sharma missed the opportunity to play in the Duleep Trophy, and f

In a heartfelt announcement that has sent shockwaves through the football community, French defender Rafael Varane declared his retirement from the sport at just 31 years old. Following an illustrious career, primarily at Real Madrid where he lifted the UEFA Champions League trophy four times, Varane’s decision comes as he grapples with persistent injury issues that have limited his playtime since joining Italian club Como. After joining Como on a free transfer from Manchester

India has etched its name in history by winning double gold at the Chess Olympiad 2024, marking the first time both the men's and women's teams claimed gold medals. The men's team triumphed over Slovenia, with standout performances from D. Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi, and R. Praggnanandhaa in their final round matches. Meanwhile, the women's team clinched victory against Azerbaijan to secure their place at the top. Vantika Agrawal, a key member of the women's team, ex

With the IPL 2025 auction looming, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has yet to announce the retention and release guidelines for franchises. Despite this uncertainty, reports are surfacing about the preferences of various teams. It’s expected that franchises will be limited to retaining no more than 6 players, including those with Right To Match options, leading to speculation about several high-profile players potentially being released. Rohit Sharma,

Rishabh Pant made a remarkable comeback to Test cricket, scoring a century in the second innings of the series opener against Bangladesh. His performance has stirred emotions among fans, pundits, and fellow cricketers, all reflecting on his journey following the harrowing car crash he endured in December 2022. Approximately 600 days after the accident, Pant has returned to showcase his skills, especially in red-ball cricket. Former Pakistan cricketer Wasim Akram shared heartfelt sen

The battle of words continues between India’s prominent wrestlers as Vinesh Phogat faces backlash following her disqualification from the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. After returning empty-handed, Phogat announced her decision to quit wrestling and has since joined the Indian National Congress ahead of the upcoming Haryana elections. Fellow wrestler and political figure Yogeshwar Dutt has spoken out, asserting that Phogat should apologize to the nation for her Olympic disqualific

Ravichandran Ashwin was named Player of the Match as India triumphed over Bangladesh by 280 runs in Chennai. As Ashwin continues to solidify his legacy in Indian cricket, veteran Bangladeshi cricketer Tamim Iqbal has weighed in on his importance, drawing parallels between Ashwin and celebrated batsmen Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. In his role as a commentator during Bangladesh's tour of India, Tamim emphasized Ashwin's contributions, stating, "Ravichandran Ashwin is equ

India made history on Sunday as both its men's and women's chess teams secured their maiden gold medals at the 45th Chess Olympiad. In a stunning display of skill and strategy, the men's team triumphed over Slovenia, while the women's team dominated Azerbaijan, marking a monumental achievement in Indian chess. In the final round, the men's team showcased their prowess as D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi, and R Praggnanadhaa all claimed victories. Gukesh, facing Vladimir

In the thrilling first Test between India and Bangladesh, Jasprit Bumrah has continued to showcase his exceptional bowling skills, leaving Bangladesh reeling at 112/8. Following a brief but decent partnership, wicket-keeper batter Litton Das and veteran Shakib Al Hasan succumbed to the pressure, both falling to Ravindra Jadeja, who is proving to be a key player in this match. Earlier in the innings, India had a strong showing with Ravichandran Ashwin scoring a remarkable 113 runs an

In the ongoing 1st Test between India and Bangladesh, Hasan Mahmud has put on an impressive display, claiming his fourth wicket by dismissing Rishabh Pant for 39 runs. His fiery bowling has created significant trouble for the Indian batting lineup. Following Pant's exit, wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has joined Yashasvi Jaiswal at the crease, who is currently standing strong and has reached his half-century. With India at four wickets down, both Rahul and Jaiswal are focused on b