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June 10, 2025 4:09 PM

WTC final: Proteas hunt maiden crown as Australia look to defend title at Lord’s

Australia and South Africa will collide in the 2023–25 ICC World Test Championship final at Lord’s, starting June 11, with the defending champions aiming to retain their title and the Proteas desperate to finally shake off decades of knockout hea...

June 10, 2025 4:57 PM

PM Modi highlights expansion of India’s sports infrastructure in last 11 years

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday highlighted expansion of India's sports infrastructure in the last 11 years. Responding to an article written by Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, PM Modi shared on X, “Union Minister Shri @mansukhmandviya h...

June 10, 2025 1:25 PM

11 years of Modi govt: Indian athletes shine on global stage with record-breaking performances

India’s sporting achievements have witnessed a remarkable surge over the past 11 years, with Indian athletes delivering historic performances across major international competitions. Backed by flagship initiatives like Khelo India, TOPS, and KIRTI,...

June 10, 2025 2:29 PM

11 years of Modi govt: Flagship schemes drive India’s sporting transformation

Over the past 11 years, India has witnessed a dramatic transformation in its sporting landscape, driven by a series of ambitious flagship schemes launched under the Modi government. From building grassroots infrastructure to supporting Olympic medal ...

June 10, 2025 9:27 AM

Former India captain MS Dhoni inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Former India captain MS Dhoni has been inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame, the sport's global governing body said on Monday, recognising the wicketkeeper-batsman's contribution to the game across all formats. Dhoni, 42, joins a class of seven induct...

June 10, 2025 9:16 AM

Nicholas Pooran bows out of international cricket at 28

West Indies wicketkeeper-batsman Nicholas Pooran sent shockwaves through the cricketing world on Monday by announcing his retirement from international cricket across all formats. The unexpected move comes just days after South Africa’s Heinrich Kl...

June 9, 2025 3:57 PM

11 years of PM Modi: A milestone in clean cooking fuel access under PM Modi’s leadership

India marked the ninth anniversary of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY), a flagship welfare initiative that has revolutionized access to clean cooking fuel across the country. Launched on May 1, 2016, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who now c...

June 9, 2025 10:35 AM

England chase down big total to seal T20I series against Windies

Jos Buttler top-scored for England again as they chased down an imposing target and beat West Indies by four wickets in the second T20I on Sunday to take a 2-0 lead and seal the three-match series, continuing their excellent form under new captain Ha...

June 9, 2025 10:20 AM

Australia favourites to retain WTC crown against South Africa

Australia will have to dust off the cobwebs but are still fancied to successfully defend their World Test Championship crown against equally ring-rusty South Africa in the final at Lord’s, starting on Wednesday. The five-day clash comes on the hee...

June 9, 2025 10:16 AM

Portugal’s emotional Ronaldo rejoices in winning Nations League

Portugal skipper Cristiano Ronaldo shed tears of joy as they won their second Nations League title on Sunday, insisting that winning trophies with his country beats all club honours. Ronaldo's 138th international goal in the second half took the fin...

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