The Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) on Thursday asked the Sports Ministry to reconsider its decision to suspend the federation’s recognition, saying the move could affect the body’s autonomy under the Olympic Charter.The federation also requested the ministry to keep its August 12 order in abeyance and review the matter.The Sports Ministry on Wednesday…
Former India cricketer Madan Lal reacted after the Indian women’s cricket team did not accept the Asia Cup trophy from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chairman Mohsin Naqvi after winning the title on Sunday.Harmanpreet Kaur-led India defeated Sri Lanka by 72 runs to win a record-extending eighth Women’s Asia Cup title. However, the Indian players did…
India-US trade deal ‘more or less’ finalised (representative image) The India-US trade deal has been “more or less” finalised, with the two countries now working on a framework for preferential market access before signing the agreement at an appropriate time, commerce secretary Rajesh Agrawal said on Wednesday.Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the…
Sadhguru called for a collective approach to managing disasters and protecting the Himalayan ecosystem Sadhguru Jagadish Vasudev has pledged Rs 1 crore towards Nepal’s Prime Minister Disaster Relief Fund to support rescue and relief efforts following devastating flash floods along the Nepal-Tibet border. He also called for greater cooperation among Himalayan nations, proposing a five-nation…
Machine Gun Kelly and Dakota Johnson spark dating rumors after being spotted spending time together at Taylor Swift’s NYC Tribeca apartment. (Instagram) Recently, ‘Materialist’ star Dakota Johnson and Machine Gun Kelly were spotted together on an outing in New York City. The duo is the latest addition to Hollywood’s rumoured couples as they spend time…
Samantha Ruth Prabhu is embracing a new chapter in her life as she’s expecting her first baby with husband Raj Nidimoru and giving fans a glimpse of the journey along the way. The actor recently shared a series of photographs showcasing her pregnancy glow, along with a playful exchange with a fan who suggested possible…
Bitumen prices remain elevated in India as supply improves but crude sourcing challenges keep road construction costs high NEW DELHI: India had faced a severe bitumen shortage at the peak of the West Asia crisis despite receiving crude supplies from Russia. The reason was that Russian oil is predominantly “sweet crude”, making it unsuitable for…
Gold and silver prices are likely to stay volatile (representative image) Gold and silver prices are likely to remain volatile next week, with the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision, crude oil movements, the US dollar and developments in the US-Iran conflict expected to drive market sentiment, analysts said.The September 15-16 meeting of the Federal…
Acclaimed theatre director, scholar and arts administrator Chidambara Rao Jambe, fondly known as Jambe in theatre circles, passed away in Sagara Taluk on Saturday afternoon at the age of 77.After training in Yakshagana and graduating from the National School of Drama (NSD), Jambe served as the principal of Ninasam Theatre Institute for over two decades,…
Hours of interrogation, motive still unclear NEW DELHI: Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked near a gurdwara in Maharashtra’s Nanded on Thursday, leaving him with injuries to his hand. One of his security personnel also sustained injuries.Badal, who has a ‘Z+’ security cover, was injured after Jaspal Singh, a man believed…
