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Puthandu, also known as Tamil New Year, marks the beginning of a fresh chapter filled with hope, prosperity, and positivity. Celebrated with great enthusiasm by Tamil communities across the world, this auspicious day symbolizes new beginnings, gratitude, and cultural pride. Families clean their homes, prepare festive meals, decorate entrances with kolam, and visit temples to…

Abhishek Sharma (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Sunrisers Hyderabad’s explosive opener Abhishek Sharma registered an unwanted record during the IPL 2026 clash against Rajasthan Royals, falling for a golden duck and leaving the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in stunned silence. Known for his attacking approach, Abhishek was dismissed off the very first ball by Royals…

Iran’s president Pezeshkian, US president Trump Nearly six weeks of war between Iran and US have ended for now, with peace still remains elusive after the failure of Islamabad talks. US president Donald Trump, meanwhile, has escalated pressure on Iran, warning of strong action if it did not open the Strait of Hormuz.His latest threat…

NEW DELHI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday revised the IPL 2026 schedule, swapping the dates and venues for matches between Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings due to upcoming municipal corporation elections in Gujarat on April 26.Elections are set to be held not only in Ahmedabad but also across…

Nihal Sarin (Photo by Michal Walusza) NEW DELHI: Last February, Nihal Sarin was busy playing a game of online chess in TakeTakeTake’s Titled Tuesday event. His opponent was Armenian player Emin Ohanyan. In a tense endgame, Nihal outwitted his counterpart. With the game played on a computer rather than over the board, a gentleman’s handshake…

Chronic inflammation can be the silent passenger on your health journey, often manifesting as everyday struggles like fatigue and restless nights. This hidden menace may quietly elevate your risk for conditions like diabetes and heart disease. Awareness of subtle indicators—like constant weariness, nagging pains, and digestive troubles—is key. Most people expect illness to arrive with…

Nihal Sarin (Photo by Michal Walusza) NEW DELHI: Last February, Nihal Sarin was busy playing a game of online chess in TakeTakeTake’s Titled Tuesday event. His opponent was Armenian player Emin Ohanyan. In a tense endgame, Nihal outwitted his counterpart. With the game played on a computer rather than over the board, a gentleman’s handshake…

NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru allrounder Tim David has been fined for “disobeying” an umpire’s instruction during his team’s IPL 2026 clash against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday.The incident occurred in the 18th over of RCB’s innings when David launched Hardik Pandya for a towering six over deep mid-wicket. The sheer force…

India’s two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra. (Pic credit: X) NEW DELHI: Dr Adille Sumariwalla, an ex officio member of the Athletics Federation of India (AFI), has defended the move requiring athletes to obtain approval from the governing body before signing an endorsement deal.In a circular issued on April 2, AFI notified its state units, chief…