Top News

Indian cricket’s history since independence has been marked by numerous milestones and moments such as the 1983 and 2011 ODI World Cups (Left and Centre) and the Test series win in Australia (R). India’s cricket journey since independence has been marked by numerous historic achievements, from first Test victory in 1952 to winning multiple ICC…

NEW DELHI: Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin used his Independence Day address to urge citizens to reject bigotry, protect the marginalised and defend states’ rights, accusing the Union government of “snatching away” powers in key sectors. He alleged that while states needed more powers, authority in areas such as education was being “usurped”. Bias…

Virat Kohli of India (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images) Former Indian cricketer S Sreesanth has shared his views on Virat Kohli‘s aggressive playing style and reflected on his own career experiences during a conversation with sports commentator Padamjeet Sehrawat on his YouTube channel. Sreesanth, who was part of India’s 2011 World Cup-winning team alongside Kohli,…

PM Modi addresses nation on the occasion of 79th Independence Day. NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday addressed the nation from the ramparts of historic Red Fort for the 12th consecutive time on the occasion of 79th Independence Day.The celebration began with PM Modi paying floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat. After…

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, wearing a saffron turban, to lead the 79th Independence Day celebrations on Friday, addressing the nation from the historic Red Fort for the 12th consecutive year.Greeting the country, he urged citizens to work harder toward building a “developed Bharat”. “Wishing everyone a very happy Independence Day. May this day…

India cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir (Ben Whitley/PA via AP) On Independence Day, Gautam Gambhir kept it simple but powerful. Posting a picture with the tricolour, he wrote, “My country, my identity, my life! Jai Hind!🇮🇳” — a message that resonated with fans across India. It was more than a patriotic caption; it was…

US President Donald Trump on Thursday said that his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, won’t “mess around” with him ahead of a summit between the two world leaders in Alaska.The US president will be holding face-to-face talks with Putin at a US military base on Friday to negotiate a potential ceasefire in Ukraine. During a press…

NEW DELHI: Following the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor, there has been a growing demand for India to boycott Pakistan across all fronts, including cricket. The sentiment gained momentum during the World Championship of Legends (WCL), when the India Champions refused to face the Pakistan Champions in both the group stage and the semifinals….

Happy Independence Day 2025: India celebrates its 79th Independence Day on Friday, August 15, honouring those who fought for our freedom. On this day in 1947, we gained independence after around 200 years of colonial British rule. Here are some 79th Independence Day wishes, greetings, messages, WhatsApp status, posters, images and Independence Day Quotes that…

NEW DELHI: Nine IAF fighter pilots, four soldiers and two BSF personnel have been awarded Vir Chakra, the nation’s third-highest wartime gallantry medal, for their role in Operation Sindoor, under which India conducted deep cross-border precision strikes against terror hubs and military installations in Pakistan.Operation Sindoor was the prominent theme of 127 gallantry medals &…