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New Delhi, Apr 7 (PTI) Debutant Vaishnavi Adkar cracked under a barrage of unforced errors, slumping to a shock straight-set defeat against Aunchisa Chanta, as rain left India's opening Asia/Oceania Group I tie of the Billie Jean King Cup against Thailand hanging in the balance here on Tuesday. With Sahaja Yamlapalli locked in a gritty second singles against Patcharin Cheapchandej, the hosts' fate remained uncertain when persistent rain forced play to halt. Ranked 73 places above her Thai oppo ...Read More >
India's goal difference of -11 makes things a bit more complicated than Chinese Taipei's -7. The Young Tigresses' hopes of reaching the knockout stage for the first time since 2004 rest on securing a place among the two best third-placed teams across all groups. Their task will be simplified if either the Group A match between Vietnam and Bangladesh on Tuesday or the Group B match between Uzbekistan and Jordan on Wednesday ends in a draw. In that case, the winner of India vs Chinese Taipei wi ...Read More >
Mumbai, Apr 2 (PTI) Shreyansh Somaiya inflicted a defeat on Palaash Mapara to end his run as the sole leader in their sixth round contest of the All India Chess Masters here on Thursday. Somaiya now shares the lead with Shriram Mhasane and AGM Rajveer Nahar, who all are on 5.5 points each in the FIDE Classical Tournament. Playing on the top board with white pieces, Palaash was unable to counter Shreyansh's clever tactical manoeuvres and suffered his first loss of the competition. Results (top ...Read More >
New Delhi, Mar 31 (PTI) The India U23 men's national team went down 0-1 against Tajikistan in the deciding fixture of the U23 Tri-Nation Championship 2026 at the Golden Jubilee Stadium in Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh on Tuesday. A first-half goal by Tajikistan midfielder Khaitov Azizbek (9') proved to be the difference as the Blue Colts, despite creating a number of chances and applying sustained pressure, were unable to find the equaliser. With this result, Tajikistan clinched the U23 Tri-Nation ...Read More >
Ludhiana, Mar 30 (PTI) Celebrated cueist Pankaj Advani continued his dream run in his maiden pool national championships, powering into the men's 9-ball pool title clash with an authoritative win in the semifinals, here on Monday. The PSPB pro hardly put a foot wrong in his 11-5 demolition of Karnataka's Kushal Chandrashekar, who finished fifth in the previous edition three years ago. In the final on Tuesday, the 40-year-old Advani will take on Chandigarh's Nitin Sharma, who edged out S Shrikr ...Read More >
New Delhi: Two terrorists, a father and son, opened fire on people celebrating on Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia. So far, 16 people have been reported killed and more than three dozen injured in the shooting. The two terrorists who opened fire on these members of the Jewish community, who were celebrating the festival of lights, Hanukkah, were of Pakistani origin. One of them has died, while the other has been arrested and taken to the hospital. It is noteworthy that almost all the deceased w ...Read More >
Jammu, Sep 28 (PTI) Celebrations broke out in Mithun Manhas' ancestral village here on Sunday after the former Delhi captain's ascension to BCCI presidency, with the people terming it a moment of pride for the region. The 45-year-old Manhas became the 37th president of the all-powerful cricket body after he succeeded former India cricketer Roger Binny, who resigned from the post last month after turning 70. Manhas, a former Delhi captain and the first ever player from Jammu and Kashmir to play ...Read More >
SRINAGAR: Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq was placed under house arrest on Friday and barred from delivering sermon at Kashmir's Jamia Masjid. "Once again, I have been placed under house arrest by authorities," the Mirwaiz said, adding that a large posse of cops had been deployed outside his residence early Friday, and the main gate had been locked.Calling the move an interference in the religious affairs of Muslims, the Mirwaiz said, "Our human and political rights already stan ...Read More >
SRINAGAR: Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq was placed under house Friday and barred from delivering his sermon at Kashmir's Jamia Masjid."Once again, I have been placed under house arrest by authorities," the Mirwaiz said in a statement, adding that a large posse of cops had been deployed outside his residence early Friday, and the main gate had been locked.Calling the move an interference in the religious affairs of Muslims, the Mirwaiz said, "Our human and political rights alre ...Read More >
SRINAGAR: The authorities did not allow Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq to address the Friday congregation at Jama Masjid in Srinagar, The Mirwaiz said while political and human rights of the people in the Valley had already been denied, religious freedoms too were being curtailed through repeated detentions. He said silencing of voices, interference in religious matters such as the installation of the Ashoka plaque at Hazratbal shrine, tampering with the Muslim lunar calendar ...Read More >
Srinagar, Sept 12 (UNI) Kashmir's chief cleric and Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq today alleged that he has been placed under house arrest by authorities ahead of the religious sitting at Srinagar's historic Jamia Masjid in old Srinagar. Mirwaiz said that several top religious scholars were scheduled to participate in the religious gathering, but he was barred from moving out. He accused the authorities of "relentless interference" in religious matters in Kashmir. "Our human ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Aug 21 (PTI) Rookie Heena Kang dropped a crucial double bogey right at the end of the round but still managed to keep her nose ahead by one stroke in the 11th leg of the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour here on Thursday. Heena shot a second straight round of even par 72 and was one shot clear of Jasmine Shekar (75-70). Amateur Lavanya Gupta added a second-round score of 72 after a 74 in the first round and was third, while three players -- Agrima Manral (78-70), Ananya Datar (75-73) and a ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 17 (PTI) Sports secretary Hari Ranjan Rao on Thursday urged National Sports Federations (NSFs) to finalise their selection mechanism for next year's Asian Games by August 29 to ensure a greater focus on preparations for the showpiece in Japan. Rao was addressing NSFs in the one-day 'Khelo Bharat Conclave' in the national capital where an action plan to take Indian sports forward is being discussed by various stakeholders, including sports minister Mansukh Mandaviya, representativ ...Read More >
Guwahati: The East Khasi Hills district administration will enforce a new set of parking regulations from August 1 to improve urban mobility across Shillong in Meghalaya. The initiative, which spans seven key traffic zones including Sadar, Madanrting, Laban, Mawlai, Rynjah, Lumdiengjri, and Laitumkhrah, aims to organize parking in critical stretches of the city. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! The Urban Affairs Department has introduced standard ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 7: Every year, the Islamic calendar begins not with a fixed date, but with eyes toward the sky. This year followed tradition, as the crescent moon was sighted in India on June 26. This marked June 27 as the first day of Muharram, setting Ashura, the 10th day and the most solemn day of mourning, on July 6. Now, there is growing uncertainty over whether Monday, July 7, will be declared a public holiday across India for Ashura. As mentioned, the new Islamic year began on June 27, foll ...Read More >
SHILLONG, July 6: Amid heartfelt prayers and vibrant cultural displays, the Tibetan community in Shillong came together at the Upper Lumparing Tibetan Monastery on Sunday to mark the 90th birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. The celebration was both joyous and symbolic, carrying deeper meaning against the backdrop of the ongoing global discourse surrounding the spiritual leader's succession and China's continued resistance to the Free Tibet movement. The monastery premises reverberate ...Read More >
SHILLONG, July 6: The Muslim community in Shillong came together on Sunday to solemnly observe Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar and a sacred period of mourning that commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Hussain -- the revered grandson of Prophet Muhammad. Marking the beginning of the Islamic New Year, the day was imbued with sorrow and spiritual reflection, particularly among the city's Shia population. Muharram holds profound significance as it remembers the Battle of Karbala, wh ...Read More >
Patna: In a major political declaration, Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan on Sunday announced his party's intention to contest all 243 seats in the upcoming Bihar assembly elections. Speaking at a public rally in Saran district, bordering his Hajipur Lok Sabha constituency, Paswan's announcement signals a bold shift in the state's political narrative."When I say Chirag Paswan will contest the election, I mean that I will field candidates from all 243 seats in Bihar. I will con ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Thousands of people who gathered at ashoorkhana in Dabeerpura on the 10th day of Muharram (Youm-e-Ashura) took part in the Bibi-ka-Alam procession. The procession commenced from Dabeerpura on an elephant and concluded at Chaderghat. The Shia mourners took out the procession to mark the martyrdom anniversary of Prophet Mohammad's grandson, Imam Hussain, on the 10th day of Muharram. Members of the Shia sect performed matam and participated in processions. The 10th Muharram is the day o ...Read More >
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 6 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) Chief Spokesperson and MLA Tanvir Sadiq, on the occasion of Ashura, said that the message of Karbala continues to inspire even after 1,400 years. He said that following the values of Imam Hussain helps in fighting evil and building a better society. Speaking to ANI, Tanvir Sadiq said, 'The message of Karbala is observed even to this day...Even after 1,400 years, the message is the same, if you want ...Read More >
Hyderabad, July 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) The historic 'Bibi-ka-Alam' procession was underway in the old city of Hyderabad amid tight security as solemnity and mourning marked 'Yaum-e-Ashura' on Sunday. Thousands of people were participating in the procession, which started from Bibi Ka Alawa in a traditional manner. The procession passes through various parts of the old city before concluding at Chaderghat on the banks of the Musi River after sunset. The 'Bibi ka Alam' was carried on a caparisoned ...Read More >
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited Srinagar's old city on Sunday morning to participate in the Zuljanah procession at Botakadal, a key part of the Ashura commemorations observed by the Shia Muslim community. The LG briefly joined a sabeel (refreshment stall) set up by the Jammu and Kashmir Police, where he, along with senior officials, distributed water and refreshments among the mourners. He was accompanied by top officials including IGP Kashmir V.K. Birdi, SSP ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 06: The Islamic month of Muharram, which began on June 27, marks one of the most sacred periods in the Islamic calendar. The 10th day of this month, known as Ashura, holds deep spiritual and historical significance, particularly for Shia Muslims. This year, Ashura is being observed on Sunday, July 6, not July 07, as per the government calendar. The day commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad, in the Battle of Karbala in 680 AD. It is observed ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that the sacrifices made by Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) emphasise his commitment to righteousness. In a post on his X handle on Sunday, PM Modi said he inspired people to uphold truth in the face of adversity. "The sacrifices made by Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) emphasise his commitment to righteousness. He inspires people to uphold truth in the face of adversity," wrote PM Modi on X. Currently, the Prime Minister is in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, wh ...Read More >
Jaipur: Congress state president Govind Singh Dotasra Saturday said Bhajan Lal Sharma will not remain the chief minister for five years, while reiterating that the state's BJP govt will last five years. Dotasra accused the BJP govt of deliberately delaying local body and panchayat elections by misusing constitutional provisions. The Congress party will launch a major movement against the govt for not conducting elections for urban bodies and panchayati raj institutions on time, he said. "Under n ...Read More >
Nagpur: The city is preparing for Muharram with Ashura, 10th day of the Islamic month, set to be observed on Sunday by Shia and Sunni Muslims.The Dawoodi Bohra community solemnly observed Ashura, the 10th day of Moharram, on Saturday to commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Husain (AS), the beloved grandson of Prophet Mohammad (PBUH), who laid down his life in the historic battle of Karbala upholding values of justice, truth and righteousness, as per their calendar. Each group commemorates the day w ...Read More >
Bhilwara: Communal tensions flared Saturday in Jahazpur town of Bhilwara district after a minor car collision with a vegetable vendor's cart led to violence in which a young man was beaten to death the previous night.A key temple event was postponed Saturday and permissions for weekend Muharram processions revoked after threats from Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal not to allow any such events in this area of the BJP-governed state. Police deployments were stepped up and markets in Ja ...Read More >
Baramulla, Jul 5: Hundreds of mourners from Delina and its neighbouring villages Saturday participated in the Muharram procession, the 9th day of the month of Muharram-Ul-Haram at Delina area of north Kashmir's Baramulla district. The procession was one of the series of processions being held in the month of Muharram, the first month of Islamic calendar. Dressed in black and carrying flags bearing religious inscriptions, participants from the villages of Hygam, Bulgam, Bohripora, Syedpora, Uri ...Read More >
Kolkata, Jul 5 (PTI) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday urged the people of the state to maintain peace and harmony on the occasion of Muharram. "Maintain peace and harmony in holy Muharram," Banerjee posted on X ahead of Muharram on Sunday. Also Read | PM Narendra Modi, Argentine President Javier Milei Agree to Diversify India-Argentina Trade Basket, Vows to Expand Cooperation in Defence, Security and Minerals (Watch Videos). Security in and around Kolkata, as well as all ...Read More >
Kolkata, Jul 5 (PTI) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday urged the people of the state to maintain peace and harmony on the occasion of Muharram. "Maintain peace and harmony in holy Muharram," Banerjee posted on X ahead of Muharram on Sunday. Security in and around Kolkata, as well as all districts of West Bengal, has been tightened for the day. Muharram, the first month of the Islamic Hijri calendar, is a period of mourning for many Muslims, particularly the Shia community ...Read More >
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