England U-19 beats India U-19 by 20 runs via DLS method
England U-19 stormed to a 20-run victory over India in a U-19 World Cup warm-up fixture via the DLS method after rain disrupted the match in Bulawayo on Monday. At…
Reunion with coach Tan, expectations, World C’ship gold: The 2022 champs ‘Satwik-Chirag speak ahead of 2026 India Open
The 2022 India Open champions, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, reflected on dealing with high expectations attached to them since their careers picked up momentum in the early 2020s, with…
Union Government notifies National Sports Governance (National Sports Bodies) Rules, 2026
The Union Government has notified the National Sports Governance (National Sports Bodies) Rules, 2026, under the National Sports Governance Act, 2025. The rules provide the framework for the inclusion of…
“Prime Minister greatly encouraged them, explained India’s AI vision”: MeitY Secretary Krishnan on PM Modi’s roundtable meet
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) Secretary S Krishnan on Monday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s roundtable interaction with Indian AI startups underscored the government’s vision of building…
Washing away: Fight to save popular tourist route from the sea
In the first part of a focus on the North Island’s fragile – but well-travelled – road to Cape Palliser, Local Democracy Reporting examines the road’s current state. By Sue…
Canopy Healthcare alerts patients to a data breach that occurred six months ago
It has come to light that another service provider to the healthcare sector, Canopy Healthcare, has been hit by data breach. However, those affected have only just been informed of…
“We can be proud of our….”: NZ skipper Michael Bracewell praises his side’s effort after defeat against India
New Zealand skipper Michael Bracewell reflected on his side’s defeat against India in the first ODI, saying, we can be proud of our efforts for taking the number 1 team…
WPL: Gujarat Giants pull off thrilling victory over Delhi Capitals by 4 runs
Gujarat Giants (GG) pulled off a thrilling victory over Delhi Capitals in the ongoing Women’s Premier League (WPL) in Navi Mumbai on Sunday. Seven runs were required in the last…
“Management wants to groom me as an all-rounder”: Indian speedster Harshit Rana
India’s speedster Harshit Rana said the Indian management is aiming to groom him as an all-rounder and expressed confidence that he can contribute 30-40 runs from that spot. He’s working…
WTT Feeder Series 2026: Manush Shah, Ryu Hanna win men’s and women’s singles titles
Top seed and local favourite Manush Shah and the Korea Republic’s Ryu Hanna registered contrasting victories to clinch the men’s and women’s singles titles respectively in the WTT Feeder Series…
“Nice to be able to contribute to this group”: Sophie Devine after Gujarat Giants’ narrow win
Gujarat Giants pulled off a thrilling four-run victory against Delhi Capitals, with Sophie Devine delivering a match-winning performance with both bat and ball to swing the contest back in Gujarat’s…
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw arrives in US, to participate in Critical Minerals Ministerial meeting
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw will participate in the Critical Minerals Ministerial meeting, to be held on Monday in the United States. Vaishnaw arrived in Washington, DC, and emphasised that securing…
PMC Polls: Devendra Fadnavis slams parties for giving tickets to criminals, says “Their place is in jail, not corporation”
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has strongly criticised political parties for fielding candidates with criminal backgrounds in Pune’s municipal elections, questioning the contradiction between promises of crime-free governance and the…
I have faith in my party: Karnataka Dy CM expresses confidence in his party’s high command on leadership tussle
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday expressed confidence that the party high command would take a decision on him going forward amid the ongoing leadership tussle in the…
Indian Navy Showcases India’s Maritime legacy at World Book Fair 2026
The Indian Navy participated in the World Book Fair 2026, a flagship cultural event celebrating literature, knowledge, and heritage, which was held in New Delhi on Sunday. According to the…
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After a brutal year, is the economy finally turning a corner?
The last 12 months have been a grind for households and businesses. Tight budgets, high interest rates, and rising costs made life tough. But economists say relief may finally be…
Scorching Heatwave Grips Australia, Temperatures Climb Beyond 45°C
Australia braces for its most intense heatwave in six years Parts of southern Australia are set to endure days of extreme heat above 45°C, as a powerful heatwave sweeps across…
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Indian Kite Festival 2026 – Auckland’s Skies to Come Alive
A Celebration of Multiculturalism The Indian Kite Festival has become a much-loved fixture on Auckland’s summer calendar, bringing together people of all ages and backgrounds for a day of colour,…
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Health Minister Simeon Brown commissions urgent review after Manage MyHealth cyber breach
The Ministry of Health has been asked to carry out a review into how a recent cyber attack on ManageMyHealth was handled, following concerns that the personal information of tens…
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Govt’s new year changes: How they’ll affect your wallet
Motorists will pay more to register their vehicles from today, but prescription costs will drop in February – all part of a series of changes rolling out in the new…
Jacinda Ardern on her cancer scare and a chilling public bathroom encounter.
The world’s media was lining up to interview Dame Jacinda Ardern about her memoir, A Different Kind of Power – CBS, BBC, even Oprah. But as the former prime minister…
Severe thunderstorm watch for much of North Island .
Thunderstorm warning issued. (Source: istock.com) A severe thunderstorm watch is in place for a large swathe of the North Island this New Year’s Eve, from Whangārei in the north to…
‘Eco Bharat’ Startup Honored in Rajasthan’s Top 10 by Chief Minister, Awarded Incentive Grant
Jaipur, Rajasthan: The Rajasthan government organized a Startup Conclave as part of Innovation Day celebrations at the Rajasthan International Center, where the Chief Minister of the state, Bhajanlal Sharma, was…
NZ festivals face toughest summer yet as Splore confirms final year
After more than two decades, Splore Festival has confirmed its 2026 event will be its last, becoming one of the latest casualties in a challenging period for festivals both here…
Nurse’s autistic son could face deportation after Immigration NZ rejects visa
A Nelson nurse says he is living in fear as he tries to stop the deportation of his autistic child. Immigration New Zealand has denied 5-year-old Aidhan Nithin a pathway…