Home disadvantage? India bowlers toil as South Africa pile on 489 in Guwahati Test

While the cricket fraternity has been busy debating whether India’s batters have forgotten the art of playing spin, it appears the bowlers may have misplaced something too — the willingness to grind and work hard for wickets on pitches that aren’t home dustbowls. India paid the price for being timid and reactive, both with the […]

Kuwait clarifies 5 cases for switching Visit Visa to Residency Permit: All you need to know | World News

Kuwait residency permits allow visitors, workers, and families to legally convert visas for long-term stay/Representative Image Kuwait has clarified when visitors may legally shift from a temporary visit visa to a standard residence permit, outlining five specific situations covered under Article 16 of the residency regulations. The rules aim to address practical needs, such as […]

Mass kidnappings: Over 300 missing in Nigeria after armed raid on catholic school – what we know so far

Gunmen have abducted more than 300 students and teachers from a Catholic co-educational school in Niger state, in one of Nigeria’s largest mass kidnappings, a Christian group said on Saturday.The attackers stormed St Mary’s School early Friday, days after gunmen raided a secondary school in neighbouring Kebbi state and seized 25 girls, deepening security fears […]

Lakshya Sen ends title drought, beats Yushi Tanaka to win Australian Open for maiden silverware of 2025 season

A fluent Lakshya Sen ended his title drought on international circuit as the Indian clinched his first title of the year with a win over Japan’s Yushi Tanaka in the men’s single final of the Australian Open on Sunday. After finishing fourth at the Paris Olympics 20254, the 24-year-old won 21-15, 21-11 over 26-year-old Tanaka. […]

Oman makes history with launch of first national communications satellite, OmanSat-1 | World News

Oman launched OmanSat-1, its first digital Ka-band satellite, enhancing national communications, security, and technological sovereignty/Representative Image Oman is making history with the launch of its first-ever communications satellite, OmanSat-1, a major leap in national digital sovereignty and space capability. Developed in partnership with Airbus Defence and Space, the satellite will expand high-speed, secure communications across […]

UAE launches $1 billion ‘AI for Development’ initiative to growth in African countries | World News

The UAE launched a $1 billion AI for Development initiative, integrating AI into Africa’s education, agriculture, and infrastructure/Image: X The United Arab Emirates has unveiled a groundbreaking $1 billion initiative, ‘AI for Development,’ aimed at harnessing artificial intelligence to drive economic, social, and infrastructural growth in African nations. The program underscores the UAE’s commitment to […]

‘Mazak bana rakha hai Test cricket ko’: Rishabh Pant’s fiery message for Team India star caught on stump mic – watch | Cricket News

Rishabh Pant made his frustration clear with his teammates during Day 2 of the 2nd Test in Guwahati. (Agencies) Stand-in captain Rishabh Pant’s voice dominated Day 2 of the second Test in Guwahati, with several stump-mic moments revealing India’s rising frustration as South Africa strengthened their position. With Shubman Gill unavailable due to injury, Pant […]

Palash Muchhal surprises Smriti Mandhana mid-dance with a heartwarming gesture – watch | Cricket News

Palash Muchhal surprised Smriti Mandhana during the sangeet celebrations in the buildup to the their wedding. (Images via X/Screengrabs) Smriti Mandhana and Palash Muchhal’s pre-wedding festivities delivered a standout moment on the eve of their ceremony when the groom-to-be made an unexpected gesture while the two were dancing, drawing loud cheers from those present. The […]

RTA announces extended metro hours and road closures for Dubai Run 2025 today | World News

Dubai Run 2025 on November 23 features early Metro, road closures, alternative routes, and Salik updates/Representative Image Dubai is hosting the seventh edition of Dubai Run today, November 23, as thousands of fitness enthusiasts take to the streets of the city. To accommodate participants and ensure smooth travel, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has […]

Smriti Mandhana to get married today to Palash Muchhal: Inside her secret love story | Cricket News

Palash Muchhal and Smriti Mandhana at their mehendi ceremony (X) Smriti Mandhana, one of Indian cricket’s biggest icons and a recent World Cup champion, is set to tie the knot with music composer and filmmaker Palash Muchhal this Sunday. The pair will marry in an intimate afternoon ceremony in Sangli, Maharashtra, Mandhana’s hometown, bringing to […]