NEW DELHI: Former India selector Kris Srikkanth has opened up on one of the most debated omissions in Indian cricket history, admitting he still regrets leaving out Rohit Sharma from the 2011 World Cup squad.“I feel bad for him even today. I told Rohit last year, I am sorry. It’s not by purpose, but it’s…
Rajkot: Villages in the Gir and Greater Gir region are accustomed to lion sightings, usually without conflicts.However, a recent encounter turned tense when a full-grown lion caused panic in Ratang village in Visavadar taluka, near the Gir Somnath–Junagadh border, after it suddenly charged at a young girl.The lion entered the village on Wednesday night and…
Surat: India’s gem and jewellery exports to New Zealand are expected to nearly triple to around $50 million over the next three years after the signing of the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA), according to the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC).The industry body said the agreement will provide zero-duty access to Indian…
Chikkaballapura: A risky attempt to remove a massive beehive without protective gear cost a 53-year-old man his life in Kambathanahalli under Manchenahalli. The victim, Sanaulla, ventured out Wednesday night to clear a large hive from a tamarind tree, reportedly to facilitate the sale of its yield.Sanaulla, locally known for extracting honey, climbed the tree, without…
Kolkata: Identity politics is re-scripting the Vijay-versus-Vijay fight in Jorasanko this time, a coincidence that brings to mind the many roles played by Amitabh Bachchan in his movies in the 1970s and 1980s.But beyond the shared name, this is a contest shaped by local history, diversities, shifting loyalties, religion-based politics and everyday concerns in a…
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday received a phone call from US President Donald Trump, during which the two leaders reviewed bilateral ties and the situation in West Asia.PM Modi said in a post on X, “Received a call from my friend President Donald Trump. We reviewed the substantial progress achieved in our…
Capitalize on the blossoming partnerships around you—this is the perfect moment to seek help when opportunities arise. With romance in the air, you’ll find it easier to tackle practical challenges, enhancing your charm. Don’t hesitate to lean on your spouse for support, and remember that your words carry weight, especially with women—a nod to Venus’s…
Chennai: IIT Madras has incubated more than 100 startups for the second consecutive year as it incubated 112 startups in the 2025-26 financial year. With this, the total number of startups on the campus increased to 567. The portfolio is collectively valued at over 74,100 crore. The newly incubated startups span a wide range of…
Virat Kohli guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) chase with a steady knock as they beat Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by five wickets in their IPL match on Wednesday.Chasing 147, Kohli got RCB off to a strong start and scored 49 off 34 balls, hitting six fours and one six. He looked set for his 66th…
Earlier this month, GBU terminated the services of Tripathi after an inquiry found serious irregularities in his appointment Noida: An additional sessions court on Tuesday rejected the anticipatory bail application of former Gautam Buddha University registrar Vishwas Tripathi, accused of facilitating the siphoning of over Rs 5 crore in student fees during the financial year…
