January 2, 2026 – Page 7

Venus Williams returns to Australian Open at 45; list of oldest women to compete in season-opening tennis Grand Slam

Venus Williams will write her name into history books when the seven-time Grand Slam singles champion makes her return to Melbourne Park as the oldest woman to compete in a season-opening major. The 45-year-old, older of the Williams sisters, Venus, has been given a wildcard entry by the Australian Open organisers. Venus will feature in […]

‘Positive signs’: Adam Gilchrist shares update as Damien Martyn battles meningitis in hospital | Cricket News

Damien Martyn (Image credit: Instagram) Former Australian Test batter Damien Martyn is showing encouraging signs of recovery after being hospitalised in an induced coma while battling meningitis, according to ex-teammate Adam Gilchrist.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!The 54-year-old, one of the most elegant batters of Australia’s golden era, was rushed to […]

‘Found the debris’: Russia shares ‘evidence’ of alleged drone attack on Putin’s residence; claim navigation system intact

Putin, Trump (File photos) Days after Russia claimed that Ukraine tried to target President Vladimir Putin’s official residence in a drone attack, Russian authorities on Thursday said they had shared what they described as evidence linked to the incident with the United States.The Russian defence ministry released a video on Telegram showing a meeting between […]

‘So many lessons, experiences and memories’: Shubman Gill looks back at a defining 2025 | Watch | Cricket News

India Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill signed off a momentous 2025 with a reflective note, sharing a video montage on social media that captured a year of sharp contrasts, hard lessons and historic highs.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!“2025, you were truly special to me. So many lessons, experiences, and […]

Horoscope Tomorrow, January 3, 2026: A fresh energy sweep for the start of the year

Aries (Mar 21-Apr 20) There will be too many voices around you tomorrow; everyone is willing to give their two cents, but only you know what is right for you. You need to find peace and calm in the quiet; only then can you listen to your heart. Believe in what is inside you. It […]

‘My dad came from India…’: British TV personality Narinder Kaur says immigrants must be given ‘other chances’ in 2026

In a poignant recount of her father’s immigrant story from the 1960s, broadcaster Narinder Kaur illuminated the struggles he faced while working tirelessly in a steel foundry. She passionately spoke of his unwavering dedication amidst adversity, battling both racism and physical hardships to forge a better future for his family. British broadcaster and television personality […]

Nepal probe panel to summon ex-PM Oli over Gen Z protests

KP Sharma Oli (File photo) A commission appointed by Nepal’s interim govt to probe alleged excessive use of force during the Sept 8-9 Gen Z protests will summon ousted PM K P Sharma Oli for clarification, officials said Thursday. At least 19 youths, who were demonstrating against the Oli govt in Kathmandu, were killed in […]

Ukraine did not target one of Putin’s residences, CIA briefs Trump

The CIA has determined that Ukraine did not target President Putin of Russia or one of his residences in an attack this week, according to US officials, rebutting an assertion Putin made in a phone call to President Trump on Monday. CIA director John Ratcliffe briefed Trump on the finding, a person familiar with the […]

Australia’s Usman Khawaja slams ‘racial stereotyping’, to retire after Ashes finale – ‘treated differently’

Australia batter Usman Khawaja said on 2 January that he will retire from international cricket after his nation’s fifth and final Ashes clash against England. Khawaja leaves a legacy as Australia’s first Muslim Test cricketer while lashing out at perceived “racial stereotyping” during his 15-year career. The 39-year-old will pad up for the last time, […]

Top stocks to buy today: Stock recommendations for January 2, 2026 – check list

Top stocks to buy (AI image) Stock market recommendations: According to Bajaj Broking Research, the top stock picks for January 2, 2026 are Canara Bank, and Nykaa. Here’s its view on Nifty and Bank Nifty:Index View: NiftyNifty is expected to remain range-bound with an upward bias, oscillating within the 25,700–26,300 corridor in the near term. […]