MUMBAI: Umar Nazir, the six-feet-four-inches tall Jammu & Kashmir fast bowler, whose deadly haul of 4 for 41, along with Yudhvir Singh’s 4 for 31, helped his team skittle out Mumbai for just 120 in 33.2 overs in their Ranji Trophy match at the MCA ground in BKC, revealed after the first day’s play why…
North Korea welcomed 2025 with vibrant celebrations featuring fireworks, ice dancing, and musical performances in Pyongyang. Kim Jong Un and his daughter, Ju Ae, were seen attending the event alongside senior officials, including Kim Yo Jong and Russian Ambassador Alexander Matsegora. While no speech was delivered by Kim, state media emphasized his focus on strengthening…
Want to welcome the New Year with a bang? In the United States, there are numerous destinations that can make one’s celebrations unforgettable. From the urban landscapes to the tranquil shorelines, here are five unique places to ring in the New Year in style: New York City This place is one of the busiest and…
For Americans, Christmas cheer comes with warm spending — whether on essential giveaways for family or in charity. The festival season is celebrated with gifts, food, and decorations—all of which boost the economy. Yes, Christmas spirit is priceless but it comes with a price tag. This year, according to projections, holiday shoppers are expected to…
NEW DELHI: Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday criticised INDIA bloc ally Congress for its inconsistent stance on Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), taking a pointed swipe at the party’s selective trust in the voting mechanism.In an exclusive interview with news agency PTI, Abdullah said, “When you get over a hundred members of…
In a historic achievement, 18-year-old Gukesh Dommaraju stunned the reigning champion Ding Liren of China in a nail-biting finale to claim the World Chess Championship title. His triumph in Singapore makes him the youngest world champion in chess history, surpassing Garry Kasparov’s record set in 1985. The victory, sealed with a score of 7.5-6.5 after…
After racing from Lebanon to Syria to celebrate the fall of the Assad regime and making arrangements for his family to follow, 42-year-old Anas Idrees knew what was next on his list of priorities. He ventured into the grand Hamidiyeh Souk in old Damascus until he arrived at the renowned Bakdash ice cream parlour, then…
ATLANTA — Kirby Smart felt it in pregame. He felt it later in the game, too. All he needed to do was look up in the stands at Mercedes-Benz Stadium at any point on Saturday and he’d see a few thousand empty seats in the upper deck during Georgia’s 22-19 overtime win over Texas. Call…
SRINAGAR: J&K govt issued instructions Monday for grand celebrations of “Samvidhan Diwas”, commemorating the adoption of the Constitution on Nov 26, 1950. This will be the first such event since J&K’s accession to India in 1947.Lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha will lead the ceremony in Srinagar. Tuesday’s event will feature a reading of the Preamble by…
Photo Source: Hockey India video grab NEW DELHI: Harendra Singh was re-appointed the Indian women’s hockey team’s coach earlier this year, and he achieved his first objective on Wednesday by guiding the team to winning the Asian Champions Trophy in Rajgir, Bihar, to retain their crown. In a pulsating final, the hosts defeated China 1-0,…