Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday expressed confidence that bilateral trade between India and Russia will reach USD 100 billion in the coming years, highlighting growing cooperation in energy, investments and other strategic sectors.Speaking at the St Petersburg International Economic Forum, Putin praised India’s economic growth and described New Delhi as a reliable partner, while…
Michael Clarke. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Former Australia captain Michael Clarke, who was part of the commentary team, has revealed he was involved in a serious road accident shortly after the IPL 2026 final while heading to the airport, describing the incident as a frightening experience that left him grateful to have…
Rishabh Pant, Gautam Gambhir NEW DELHI: India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Friday stressed that Rishabh Pant does not need to change his natural style of batting but must play according to the demands of the match situation, echoing comments made a day earlier by assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate.Pant was removed as India’s Test…
NEW DELHI: Teen sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s meteoric rise should now be rewarded with an India T20I cap, according to former India cricketer and national selector Devang Gandhi, who believes the 15-year-old has already shown qualities that could one day make him a nightmare for Test bowlers as well.Fresh from a stunning IPL 2026 campaign with…
NEW DELHI: India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Friday confirmed that left-handed batter Sai Sudharsan will bat at number three in the one-off Test against Afghanistan, which begins on Saturday in New Chandigarh.“Sai Sudharsan hasn’t got a fair chance. He played in England. We will give him a longer rope,” Gambhir said during the pre-match…
Foreign capital (AI image) US-Iran war: Moving in to bolster forex reserves and attract foreign investments, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor Sanjay Malhotra on Friday announced five measures. The steps come at a time when foreign investors have been exiting Indian equities at a record pace, putting pressure on the rupee and India’s…
Gold’s intraday technical structure remains weak following a decisive breakdown below key support levels. (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Gold prices seem to be exhibiting weak intraday bias, says Jateen Trivedi, VP Research Analyst – Commodity and Currency, LKP Securities. He recommends a sell on rise strategy.Gold August futures on MCX are trading near…
The 31-year-old Iyer is expected to be rewarded for his impressive captaincy record in the IPL, having guided three different franchises — Delhi Capitals, Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings — to finals, winning one title. Iyer is also likely to slot into the No. 4 position. Suryakumar, despite leading India to the T20 World…
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli’s performances, fitness and insatiable appetite for runs have left Indian selectors with little doubt over his place in the 2027 ODI World Cup plans, but former India wicketkeeper and selector Saba Karim believes Rohit Sharma still has plenty of work to do if he…
Emilio Gay takes the catch of Kane Williamson bowled by Ollie Robinson during Day One of the 1st Test Match between England and New Zealand at Lord’s Cricket Ground on June 04, 2026 in London, England. (Photo/Getty Images) England pacer Ollie Robinson created Test cricket record by becoming the first England bowler to take three…