NEW DELHI: The opposition on Sunday accused PM Narendra Modi of shedding “crocodile tears” over women’s quota, as it stepped up its attack on him for delivering a “political speech in the garb of an address to the nation“. Highlighting that the PM “spewed venom” against the opposition for 29 minutes on Doordarshan, Congress spokesperson…
Vaishali and coach RB Ramesh carrying Pranesh M (Photo by Michal Walusza and Chennai Grand Masters) NEW DELHI: Chennai Grand Masters is an elite-level annual closed tournament held every year in what is widely considered the chess capital of India. Divided into two sections, Masters and Challengers, players from different countries are invited to compete…
Punjab Kings’ Marco Jansen (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: Marco Jansen’s evolution as a cricketer is one of the standout stories over the last year and a half. Besides his impactful cameos with the bat down the order, he has consistently shouldered the responsibility with the ball for South Africa. In the IPL, he has come…
Elias Pettersson trade rumors (Credit: Getty Images) Elias Pettersson is at the center of all the talk about the Vancouver Canucks’ important offseason in the NHL. People are talking about trades and changes to the roster because the team didn’t do well last season and their top line wasn’t always on the same page. Management…
UAE gold prices ease by Dh4 after weekly peak as Dubai rates retreat from highs / Image: file Gold prices in Dubai edged lower again, slipping by around Dh4 per gram after briefly climbing to near-weekly highs, offering a moment of relief for buyers tracking the fast-moving market.As of the latest update, 24K gold is…
Salman Ali Agha (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: Pakistan’s T20 captain Salman Ali Agha is considering taking a break from the shortest format to better prepare for next year’s ODI World Cup and the upcoming World Test Championship cycle. Having played 23 Tests, 50 ODIs and 52 T20Is, he made it clear that the 50-over World…
Iran has set a clear precondition for resuming negotiations with the United States, with its UN Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani stating that talks can only proceed if Washington lifts its naval blockade.In an interview cited by Tasnim News Agency, Iravani said the blockade amounts to a violation of the ceasefire and must be removed before…
More than 250 dogs found a fresh start after being rescued from overcrowding conditions in the UK, where the owners faced difficulties controlling their breeding practices. The RSPCA has identified a staggering 70% rise in such large-scale rescues, frequently linked to underlying problems such as mental health and financial stress affecting responsible breeding. The RSPCA…
A common layer of dust or chalk at the base of your favorite mug signals your electric kettle needs maintenance. Mineral deposits, primarily calcium carbonate, reduce efficiency and can lead to breakdowns. Do you notice a layer of dust or chalk forming at the base of your favourite mug? It is quite common in many…
A Russian businessman has been ordered by a UK court to hand over more than £100 million in money and assets to his ex-wife after it emerged he had been living a secret double life.Mikhail Kroupeev and Elena Kroupeeva were married in 1988 and spent over three decades together before their relationship broke down. The…