Author: Rahul M

In a moment that blurred the lines between cricket and football, Manchester witnessed a unique and memorable crossover as the Indian cricket team met Premier League giants Manchester United at the Carrington training facility. As part of a special event orchestrated by adidas, the meeting wasn’t just about jerseys and handshakes — it was a celebration of elite sport, global fandoms, and mutual respect between two sporting powerhouses. INDIAN TEAM × MANCHESTER UNITED…!!!! – Team India & Manchester United’s players together in a single frame at Manchester. pic.twitter.com/uSerhpUanm — Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) July 20, 2025 Social media exploded the moment the…

A highly anticipated clash between India and Pakistan at the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 was called off on Sunday, July 20, following a major controversy involving former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi. Several Indian players reportedly opted out of the exhibition match, citing Afridi’s past comments against India during sensitive diplomatic moments, particularly following Operation Sindoor. Afridi Calls Out Shikhar Dhawan for India’s No-Show Speaking to the media on the scheduled match day, Afridi expressed disappointment over India’s withdrawal, directly blaming Shikhar Dhawan for influencing the decision. According to Afridi, Dhawan’s open refusal to play in the presence of…

In a major turn of events that has stirred both the cricketing world and political corridors, the much-anticipated India vs Pakistan clash in the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 was officially called off, with Pakistan Champions awarded two points after India Champions refused to play. The move, grounded in deep political undertones following the Pahalgam terror attack, has reignited conversations on the intersection of geopolitics and sports. Why India Pulled Out: The Political Context India Champions were scheduled to begin their WCL 2025 campaign with a high-octane encounter against arch-rivals Pakistan in Birmingham. However, citing rising tensions post the…

The U.K. and Germany are chairing a meeting Monday to discuss President Donald Trump’s plans for NATO allies to provide Ukraine with weapons, a week after the U.S. president said deliveries would arrive in Ukraine within days. The virtual meeting will be lead by British Defense Secretary John Healey and his German counterpart Boris Pistorius. Healey said U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and NATO leader Mark Rutte, as well as NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander Europe, Gen. Alexus Grynkewich, will attend the meeting of Ukraine Defense Contact Group.The talks come after Russia pounded Ukraine with some 300 drone strikes Saturday, Ukrainian…

With RSS-affiliated Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS) set to mark 70 years of its founding on July 23, its president Hiranmay Pandya discusses in an interview the organisation’s journey from modest beginnings to becoming the country’s largest labour organisation.Pandya reflects on the BMS’s past, its ideological independence, vision for the future in a rapidly transforming economy, and its selective endorsement of the new labour codes, among other issues. Excerpts:When Dattopant Thengadi founded the BMS in 1955, there was no fund, office, or cadre. Today, the BMS has grown into the largest labour organisation in the country with over 7,000 trade unions,…

While the pitter-patter of rain may feel calming at first, many of us start to feel unusually lazy, sleepy, or low on energy during the monsoon season. If you’ve ever wondered why you’re constantly yawning, dragging your feet, or feeling too lazy to do anything when it rains, science (and Ayurveda) has the answers. Monsoon fatigue is more common than you think, and thankfully, there are simple lifestyle and dietary changes that can help. Why Do You Feel Lazy During Monsoons? Here’s what’s happening in your body and mind during the rainy season: 1. Drop in Atmospheric Pressure When…

Kenneth Colley, the British character actor whose stone-cold portrayal of Adm. Firmus Piett, Darth Vader’s trusted officer, in the Star Wars film “The Empire Strikes Back” turned him into a fan favorite and earned him a call back for “Return of the Jedi,” died June 30 in Ashford, England. He was 87. His agent, Julian Owen, said in a statement that he died in a hospital from complications of pneumonia after contracting COVID-19.Colley became a memorable screen presence for international audiences who could recognize his dour, stony face even if they didn’t know his name. A versatile supporting actor, he…

PatnaJul 21, 2025 07:57 IST First published on: Jul 21, 2025 at 07:56 IST Share NDA constituent and former Union Minister Upendra Kushwaha Sunday advised Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to give up the reins of the Janata Dal (United), saying it was no longer “feasible for him to simultaneously manage both the government and the party”. With this, Kushwaha became the first BJP and JD(U) ally to make this suggestion. Though Kushwaha did not suggest Kumar should transfer the responsibility to his son Nishant Kumar, he called the latter a “nai ummeed (new hope)”. Taking to X to wish…

The government on Sunday told an all-party meeting that it is ready to discuss all issues raised by the Opposition in the Monsoon session of Parliament, which will commence on Monday, while asserting that it will respond appropriately to demands for a response on US President Donald Trump’s claims on Operation Sindoor.At the customary meeting ahead of the session beginning Monday, the opposition raised various issues, including voter roll revision in Bihar, the Pahalgam terror attack and Trump’s ‘ceasefire’ claims. The government sought coordination with the opposition in the smooth running of the month-long session. There should be govt-opposition coordination…

KolkataJul 21, 2025 07:30 IST First published on: Jul 21, 2025 at 07:30 IST Share As the political situation in West Bengal simmers, Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) chairperson Mamata Banerjee will address the Shaheed Diwas (Martyrs’ Day) rally in Kolkata on Monday, setting the tone for the high-voltage campaign for the Assembly election that is less than a year away. From the stage in the heart of Kolkata, Banerjee is expected to take on the BJP on the issue of “Bengali ashmita (pride)” and detention of Bengali-speaking migrants in various states. In recent weeks, a political storm has…