R Vaishali vs Divya Deshmukh (Photo by Yoav Nis) NEW DELHI: The second round of the FIDE Candidates 2026 began with a touch of royalty on Monday. Five-time world champion and FIDE Deputy President Viswanathan Anand stepped up to the board of Divya Deshmukh and Vaishali Rameshbabu to make the ceremonial first move.It was a…
Pakistan captain Fatima Sana (Pic credit: ICC) Pakistan women’s captain Fatima Sana has been granted permission by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to miss the T20I leg of the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka in order to represent Birmingham Phoenix in The Hundred, marking a landmark moment in her career. According to Cricinfo, the PCB…
File photo: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu (Picture credit: ANI) Somalia’s defence minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi has alleged that Israel is working on a plan to forcibly relocate Palestinians to Somaliland, calling the reported move a “serious violation” of international law.Speaking to Al Jazeera on Saturday, Fiqi claimed Somalia had “confirmed information” that Israel planned to…
Amitabh Bachchan recently surprised fans by sharing an intriguing Instagram video about an ancient Hindu Vishnu temple situated in Bandar Abbas. Through the post, the veteran actor shed light on a unique historical connection between India and Iran, drawing attention to the role of Indian traders in the region during the 19th century.The clip focused…
The Students’ Islamic Organisation of India (SIO) has urged the National Testing Agency (NTA) to postpone the CUET UG 2026 examinations scheduled for May 28, 2026 stating that the date coincides with Eid-ul-Adha celebrations and could create difficulties for candidates appearing for the national-level entrance test.In a memorandum submitted to the examination agency, SIO said…
Tiger Woods (Photo by AP) NEW DELHI: Tiger Woods is once again stepping away from golf after a car crash in Florida led to his arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence. The incident has forced him to miss the Masters for the second year in a row, as he focuses on his health…
The first rare celestial event is going to occur tomorrow, on March 3, 2026. This will be a major event of the year and sky watchers and astronomers are extremely excited for this event. They are going to get this opportunity after such a long time because last celestial phenomenon happened last month that was…
Capricorn, get ready for a delightful day brimming with positive energy and uplifting news, especially relating to your loved ones. Your analytical prowess and dependable demeanor will make you a go-to for advice, and romantic relationships will take a turn for the better. For students and career-focused individuals, opportunities for innovative projects and promotions are…
NEW DELHI: A US-sanctioned tanker carrying Iranian crude oil rerouted mid-voyage from India to China, with payment-related issues appearing to be the main reason behind the change in declared destination.The Aframax tanker Ping Shun, built in 2002 and sanctioned by the US in 2025, had earlier indicated Vadinar in Gujarat as its destination. If the…
Nitesh Tiwari’s ‘Ramayana‘ has taken the internet by storm, earning praise for its visuals, VFX and grand scale. The trailer has dominated social media trends since its release, with fans hailing it as one of the biggest cinematic events in Indian cinema. However, despite its phenomenal response, the epic has fallen short of one notable…
