MEA secretary (west) Sibi George called on Azerbaijan foreign minister Jeyhun Bayramov in Baku, Friday and reviewed bilateral ties, exchanging views on regional and global matters of common interest. The talks signalled an attempt by both sides to mend the relationship after differences over Azerbaijan’s ties with Pakistan that saw Baku backing Islamabad during India’s…
Ishan Kishan and Virat Kohli (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) BENGALURU: Until June 3, 2025, Royal Challengers Bengaluru carried the tag of underachievers — a team that spent 17 previous seasons chasing an elusive trophy. On a muggy night in Ahmedabad, that narrative finally shifted. Built less on individual stardom and more on collective performances, RCB shed…
NEW DELHI: In a U-turn, the civil aviation ministry on Thursday put on hold its directive for airlines to offer at least 60% seats free of charge. Under intense cost-side pressure since the Iran war began, airlines had warned that this move to curb ancillary revenue would lead to additional fare hikes.The aviation ministry had…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya (Agency Image) As Rajasthan Royals take on Mumbai Indians in Guwahati, the contest brings together a side riding early momentum and another eager to bounce back with a full-strength XI. With key match-ups likely to shape the outcome, here are five players who could define the clash. 1….
The 2026 World Happiness Report is out, and it’s a fascinating look at what happens when a society prioritizes “well-being” over just “wealth.” While the usual Nordic heavyweights are still holding their ground, we’ve seen a massive shift this year: Costa Rica has officially crashed the Top 5 party. Happiness in these places isn’t about…
Bahrain resumes flights as airspace reopens; operations restart under tight safety coordination / Image: file Bahrain has officially reopened its airspace, allowing flight operations to resume at Bahrain International Airport after a multi-day suspension triggered by escalating regional tensions.The closure, which lasted several days at the height of the crisis, was enforced as a precautionary…
New Delhi: The ministry of information and broadcasting has extended its directive to suspend television rating points (TRPs) for news channels by another four weeks, citing concerns over sensationalizing West Asia conflict.In an order issued on March 31, the ministry said the step was necessary in public interest, as the conflict “still largely prevails at…
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) remain one of the most successful franchises in IPL history, sharing the record of five titles with Mumbai Indians and boasting 10 final appearances. Their dominance in a fiercely competitive league reflects not just on-field excellence but also a well-structured system built over the years. A major factor behind their sustained…
United States Central Command on Tuesday released fresh images of pre-flight checks on the B-2 Spirit, offering a rare operational glimpse as the United States intensifies its air campaign against Iran and signals that further escalation could be imminent.In a post on X, CENTCOM said, “US Air Force crew chiefs perform pre-flight checks on a…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Image credit: ICC) NEW DELHI: Young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has made headlines time and again – and for good reason. With his swashbuckling batting style, brute power, effortless six-hitting, and ability to dismantle bowling attacks, he has become a fan favourite in no time.The past year, in particular, has been remarkable for…