In a high-stakes clash already loaded with tension, Shubman Gill and Hardik Pandya found themselves in the middle of an awkward moment that set social media abuzz even before the first ball was bowled in the IPL 2025 Eliminator between Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians. At the toss, held under the lights at the Narendra…
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan not letting go of his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron’s fingers during the European Political Community (EPC) summit in Albania has left social media commentators amused. Many wondered whether the finger-grabbing gesture was Erdogan’s subtle display of power play, even catching Macron off guard. In the video, which has now gone…
Delhi Capitals batter KL Rahul with Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka after the IPL 2025 match in Lucknow. (Image: Screenshot) In his first appearance at Ekana Cricket Stadium since an unceremonious exit from Lucknow Super Giants, KL Rahul left as a jubilant man. He scored an unbeaten fifty for new franchise Delhi Capitals as…
Nodirbek Yakubboev chooses ‘Namaste’ over handshake in greeting Divya Deshmukh (Screengrab) NEW DELHI: Uzbek grandmaster (GM) Nodirbek Yakubboev greeted India’s Divya Deshmukh with a traditional ‘Namaste’ before the start of their third-round clash in what appeared to be a heartwarming moment at the Prague Festival Challengers 2025. While the match itself ended in disappointment for…
Vaishali vs Nodirbek at Tata Steel Chess Challengers (Screengrab) NEW DELHI: Indian chess Grandmaster R Vaishali has outlined her primary ambitions for the year, focusing on achieving consistent performances and aiming for a spot in the prestigious Candidates Tournament. The 23-year-old had a notable year in 2024, marked by significant achievements including earning the Grandmaster…
Image credit: Tata Steel Chess Tournament NEW DELHI: Grandmaster Nodirbek Yakubboev‘s decision not to shake hands with Indian GM R Vaishali sparked controversy at the Tata Steel Chess Tournament. The Uzbek player later issued an apology, clarifying that his action was due to “religious reasons” and was not meant to disrespect her.In a video shared…