Inside real-life princess Bhagyashree’s Mumbai home that is no less than a palace

Entertainment August 15, 2026

Bhagyashree, a real-life princess and Bollywood actor, owns a luxurious Mumbai home that combines traditional and modern elements. With a striking black entrance, elegant chandeliers, a private temple, and a unique Ganesha on a tree, the house holds special significance for her and her husband. It also boasts intimate seating areas, an earthy-toned dining room, and a party-ready outdoor space.

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NMC adds 13,186 medical seats, total now at 1.4 lakh; which state added most?

Education 37 min ago

The MCC has released the provisional Round 2 NEET UG 2026 counselling allotment result, with an increase of 13,186 MBBS seats across 27 states and UTs. Karnataka has the highest increase of 1,650 seats, but some states and UTs have not seen any change. The NMC has also directed the use of the approved seat matrix in counselling.

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In the past, the top court has rejected the idea that even a small amount of skill is enough to take a game outside the ambit of gambling laws. (Wikimedia Commons)

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Is ‘Andar Bahar’ a game of chance or skill? Why Karnataka HC will re-examine

Explained 34 min ago

Karnataka High Court judge casts doubt on 1977 ruling declaring Andar Bahar a game of skill, refers issue to larger bench. Supreme Court has previously distinguished games of skill from chance, stating that a game must depend substantially on skill to be considered legitimate. In latest case, court examines whether precedent remains valid.

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‘Where will he bat?’: de Villiers on India vice-captain Tilak Varma’s T20I spot

Sports 38 min ago

AB de Villiers predicts selection challenge for India's T20I team due to vice-captain Tilak Varma's form. Despite strong performance in First-Class matches, finding a spot for him in full-strength squad for Afghanistan series and Asian Games will be tough. Team management must prioritize role clarity for a balanced team.

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Ghamasaan movie review: Pratik Gandhi, Arshad Warsi clash in gritty dacoit drama

Entertainment 37 min ago

Ghamasaan movie review: Arshad Warsi as Maharaj didn’t make me believe all the way that he could be a cruel man with zero compassion. And there’s also Rajpal Yadav, in a striking supporting role, which leaves a mark.

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US lawmakers are calling for greater oversight of artificial intelligence amid warnings from AI safety researchers about the technology’s potential risks. Image: Reuters)

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US lawmakers seek new AI rules after Anthropic researchers warn of extinction risk

Technology 39 min ago

US lawmakers are responding to concerns about the potential harm of rapidly advancing artificial intelligence, after warnings from two Anthropic researchers about its potential to cause humanity's extinction. Both political parties are calling for more action, while companies like Anthropic and OpenAI are advocating for responsible development and regulations.

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Actress Aishwarya Lekshmi, who has spoken publicly about her year-long therapy journey following a breakup

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Aishwarya Lekshmi says she needed therapy after a hard breakup: ‘Best decision’

Entertainment 46 min ago

Actress Aishwarya Lekshmi, known for her work in Malayalam and Tamil cinema, opens up about her mental health journey and the importance of therapy. After a failed first attempt, she found a male therapist who helped her process her emotions and set boundaries. Living in Mumbai has also contributed to her well-being.

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‘Some more jobs gone’: Harsh Goenka shares video of machine applying henna

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A video of a machine applying henna to a woman’s hand has sparked a wider conversation about automation and the kind of work technology could eventually take over. The clip, shared by industrialist Harsh Goenka on X, shows a woman placing her hand inside a device. The machine then appears to trace an intricate henna pattern on her skin, with little visible assistance from a person.

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Aishwarya Lekshmi recounts her experience shooting a movie in Erode

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Aishwarya Lekshmi on confronting casteist attitudes in rural Tamil Nadu

Entertainment 58 min ago

Actor Aishwarya Lekshmi shared her experience of shooting in Erode for her upcoming film, describing the cultural shift as jarring and uncomfortable due to casteist attitudes. She also spoke about being repeatedly asked about her caste, finding it difficult to process. However, she clarified that her comments were not a generalization about the region.

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16,800 engineering seats vacant in Karnataka; CSE highest with over 4,400

Education 2 hr ago

16,855 engineering seats remain vacant after Round 4 of the COMEDK UGET 2026 counselling process. The largest share of unfilled seats is in Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) with 4,411 vacancies. The data also shows high CSE vacancies in Bengaluru and other districts, with some institutions having no vacancies.

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File image of R Praggnanandhaa and Magnus Carlsen. (Photos: GCL, Lennart Ootes)

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‘I’m a fan, love watching his chess’: Magnus Carlsen on Praggnanandhaa

Sports 22 min ago

Magnus Carlsen admires India's R Praggnanandhaa and their famous matches in the FIDE World Cup and Norway Chess. Pragg's aggressive style and recent title wins have caught Carlsen's attention. However, Carlsen believes Pragg still has room for improvement and is not yet ahead of his peers. Carlsen also discusses the upcoming World Chess Championship match between Gukesh and Javokhir Sindarov.

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A bat hanging upside down as scientists study how bats' immune systems respond to bat virus

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Why bats can carry deadly viruses without getting seriously ill

Lifestyle 1 hr ago

Scientists have found that bats have a special immune system that lets them carry viruses without getting sick. This is because they have two copies of genes for making antibodies, unlike other animals. Bats' ability to balance inflammation and antiviral defenses is linked to their high energy needs for flying. However, bats can still get infected and spread diseases to humans and other animals.

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Mirzapur The Movie Box Office Day 7: Ali Fazal film earns Rs 212 cr worldwide

Entertainment 2 hr ago

Mirzapur: The Movie has been a major success in the Bollywood industry, earning Rs 212 crore globally in just one week. Despite facing competition from Hanuman Ansh, which has earned Rs 10 crore on its 35th day, Mirzapur has reached significant milestones, such as crossing the Rs 100 crore mark in just four days.

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Neena Gupta opens up on handling personal questions about marriage and weight

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Neena Gupta’s reply to people who body-shame her: ‘Tell them I am pregnant’

Entertainment 2 hr ago

Neena Gupta, known for her bold and unapologetic attitude, recently shared how she handles nosy relatives and body-shaming comments. She advises people to shut down such comments by saying they are pregnant. Gupta also talked about the societal pressure on women's dressing and her upcoming comedy-drama series, Chumbak.

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Can Trump’s tariffs fund his $5,000 poll promise legally?

World 2 hr ago

Ahead of the November midterm elections, US President Donald Trump has offered to give every adult American $5,000 if Republicans win. His promise has raised questions over whether the proposal is legal, how it would be implemented and, most importantly, how the government would pay for it.

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How an Anglo-Scandinavian contractor turned Indian railway profits into a Swedish dynasty

Research 3 hr ago

The lesser colonisers of India: Joseph Stephens, a Swedish railway contractor in colonial India, built a fortune through the railway boom and used his earnings to buy Huseby Estate in Sweden. His career reveals how British imperial infrastructure created opportunities for European intermediaries and channelled colonial wealth, skills and networks far beyond India.

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9/11 attacks: An Expert Explains how it changed warfare, terrorism

Explained 2 hr ago

The 9/11 attacks transformed global security and warfare, triggering the US-led War on Terror and exposing the limits of military power in combating terrorism.

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Australia may let users switch off algorithmic feeds. How will that change social media?

Explained 2 hr ago

Australia’s proposed “My Feed, My Way” initiative would let users choose between algorithmically personalised feeds and posts from accounts they follow. The plan aims to give users more control over recommendations, but experts warn platforms could still nudge people back towards algorithmic feeds, raising questions about enforcement and business models.

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Gavaskar has criticised the decision to split the Ranji Trophy into two windows between October and March. (File/PTI Photo)

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‘Ranji Trophy split for IPL auction’: Gavaskar slams BCCI’s domestic cricket schedule

Sports 2 hr ago

Sunil Gavaskar criticizes India's domestic cricket season scheduling, accusing it of prioritizing the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction over First-Class cricket and the Ranji Trophy. The season will have a break of over two months for limited-overs tournaments, including the IPL auction.

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Bipasha Basu finds worms in her protein powder

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Bipasha Basu finds worms in protein powder, seeks Tukaram Mundhe’s help: ‘Our only hope’

Lifestyle 3 hr ago

Bipasha Basu's recent experience with finding worms in her protein shake highlights the urgent need for stricter regulations to ensure food safety. Edwina Raj, a clinical nutritionist, advises consumers to check for visible insects, unusual smell or colour, and damaged packaging when buying protein powder. She also warns about the potential health risks of consuming contaminated powder.

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Haiwaan movie review: Akshay Kumar-Saif Ali Khan film is more uff than ole ole

Entertainment 3 hr ago

Haiwaan movie review: Akshay Kumar-Saif Ali Khan-starrer is the usual mix of genres Priyadarshan serves, the first half setting up the premise of an innocent man being imprisoned, and the second turning into an unintentional comic police procedural.

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Last Man In Tower movie review: Manoj Bajpayee film questions the cost of progress

Entertainment 3 hr ago

Last Man In Tower movie review: Manoj Bajpayee is the unbending moral centre of the film, a role he gravitates towards with practised ease. This is Divya Dutta’s second stand-out role in 2026, after Chiraiyaa.

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Malone Lam pleaded guilty in a $245-million Bitcoin theft case

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One of US’ biggest crypto heists: How a 22-year-old blew $245m on cars, jets

World 1 hr ago

A network of young scammers carried out one of the largest cryptocurrency thefts in US history, stealing and laundering more than $245 million, according to US prosecutors.

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2,977 drones light up New York Harbor, recreate Twin Towers ahead of 9/11 anniversary

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New York Harbor turned into a sea of lights on Wednesday night as 2,977 illuminated drones took to the sky in memory of the people killed in the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The public art installation, titled '2,977 Lights Over New York Harbor', used one drone for each victim.

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Why India needs BRICS in the age of US tariffs, West-led systems

Explained 1 hr ago

BRICS Summit 2026 comes amid growing tensions between the Western economic order and key members of the bloc, with India, China, Russia and Iran facing tariffs, sanctions and trade restrictions.

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Why your headache, sweet tooth and bad breath could be connected

Lifestyle 4 hr ago

Dehydration is often mistaken for thirst, but early warning signs include sugar cravings, headaches, and bad breath. Experts warn that dehydration can affect multiple body systems and may be mistaken for hunger. Bad breath can also signal dehydration.

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Karthi in a dual role as Agent Sardar Chandra Bose and Agent Vijay Prakash in Sardar 2,

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Sardar 2 box office collection day 1: Karthi’s film collects Rs 6.8 cr

Entertainment 4 hr ago

Karthi's Sardar 2, directed by PS Mithran, had a strong opening day at the box office, collecting Rs 4.50 crores net in India and Rs 1.50 crores overseas. The film, a sequel to the 2022 hit Sardar, and features an ensemble cast

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Gold Rate Today, September 11: Check 18, 22 and 24 carat gold prices in Chennai, Mumbai…

India 4 hr ago

Gold prices in India decreased, with 24 carat gold at Rs 15,289 per gram and 22 carat gold at Rs 14,015 per gram. Global tensions in the Middle East drove volatility in precious metal prices as Iran targeted a US Navy vessel and missiles struck two merchant ships.

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Varun Tej, Lavanya Tripathi reveal son Vaayuv’s face on 1st birthday: ‘You are our world’

Entertainment 5 hr ago

Varun Tej and Lavanya Tripathi shared the first pictures of their son Vaayuv on his first birthday. The couple expressed their love and gratitude for their little one, while receiving an outpouring of love and wishes from family, friends, and fans. The couple, who got engaged in 2023 and tied the knot in 2023, welcomed their son in 2025.

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Shehnaaz Gill shared how the Bigg Boss trolling experience eventually became her strength

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Shehnaaz Gill recalls being trolled for her body on Bigg Boss

Entertainment 5 hr ago

Shehnaaz Gill recalled how she was severely trolled after she appeared on Bigg Boss in 2019.

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AI agents are increasingly automating multiple stages of cyberattacks, from reconnaissance to data theft. (Express Image/Magnific)

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Russian espionage, dissident monitoring and AI cyberattacks: What Anthropic’s report says

Technology 6 hr ago

Anthropic's report exposes the dangerous misuse of AI by bad actors for cyberattacks, surveillance, and fraud. The use of AI agents in multiple stages of an attack with minimal human involvement is changing the landscape of cyberattacks. Offensive AI frameworks are becoming increasingly available, making attacks more scalable and efficient.

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Carlsen, who has long criticised the one-on-one format for determining the world's best, added that even a non-favourite would rarely lose by more than one or two points. (GCL Photo)

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Magnus Carlsen: ‘Gukesh has the ceiling but Sindarov, a clear favourite’

Sports 6 hr ago

Five-time World Champion Magnus Carlsen believes Uzbek challenger Javokhir Sindarov is the clear favourite in the upcoming World Chess Championship, but also thinks Indian player D Gukesh has the potential to challenge him.

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‘She has reduced lot of weight’: Inside Dipika Kakar’s transformation

Lifestyle 6 hr ago

Actor Shoaib Ibrahim recently showed off his wife Dipika Kakar's impressive weight loss on his YouTube channel. Dipika has been dedicated to improving her lifestyle through a healthy diet and exercise, but it's important to distinguish between intentional weight loss and weight loss caused by illness or medical treatment. Consulting a health professional is crucial for those undergoing treatment.

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Hanuman Ansh box office Day 35: Neem Karoli Baba film earns Rs 193 cr

Entertainment 6 hr ago

Hanuman Ansh, a devotional drama about Neem Karoli Baba, has exceeded expectations at the box office, earning 96 times its production budget of Rs 2 crore. The film has been in theatres for 35 days and is close to reaching Rs 200 crore. It will be a trilogy, with the third part focusing on Neem Karoli Baba's global impact and connection with international figures.

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Anand Deverakonda and Vaishnavi Chaitanya in Epic: First Semester, directed by Aditya Hasan

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Epic First Semester movie review: Terribly slow film with a deliberately incomplete end

Entertainment 6 hr ago

\Epic First Semester depicts their struggle to build a relationship in a foreign country.

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Asian Games 2026: Sujeet has spent the past year making a convincing case that he belongs among the world's best at 65kg. (UWW)

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Asian Games: For wrestler Sujeet, path to gold goes via Japan

Sports 2 hr ago

Sujeet Kalkal's biggest threat at the Asian Games was supposed to be Iranian world champion Rahman Amouzad, but with Amouzad absent, the biggest obstacle in Sujeet's path is Japan's Olympic champion Kotaro Kiyooka. Sujeet has proven himself as one of the world's best at 65kg, but the Asian Games will be a test of an entirely different order.

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At the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, the tables will play much slower and Indians will need to be in their best physical shape. (Express Photo by Pichumani Krishnan)

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Why the table matters: India’s TT stars face a different game at Asian Games

Sports 2 hr ago

At the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, Indian table tennis players will face slower tables, which will require them to be in top physical shape. This is because Indian tables are faster and spinnier, while European tables are slower. The top Chinese and Japanese players have trained on the slowest tables, giving them an advantage.

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National record holder in the 400 metres Vishal TK with coach Jason Dawson. (Express Photo)

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Asian Games 2026: The force behind 400 metre national record holder Vishal

Sports 2 hr ago

Vishal TK, India's top quarter-miler, overcame doubt and criticism to break national records and become the first Indian to complete the 400m race in under 45 seconds. His success is attributed to the tough training methods of coach Jason Dawson, which have also helped the men's 4x400m relay team place fifth at the 2023 World Championships.

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While most pacers would have found a break time valuable, with Siraj the story is different. (TNCA)

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A break that broke Mohammed Siraj and how he rediscovered it

Sports 7 hr ago

Mohammed Siraj's two-month break, which he used to work on his fitness, ended up affecting his rhythm when he returned to the Test squad. Despite struggling in Sri Lanka, he found his rhythm again in the Duleep Trophy final, where he bowled long spells and regained his pace. Siraj's philosophy is to always give 100% and earn the right to wear the national jersey.

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Elephant in the room in meetings with Xi Jinping, Putin: India’s manufacturing challenges

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BRICS leaders will convene in Delhi to discuss global order, with a focus on bilateral and economic talks. Prime Minister Modi will address the trade deficit and seek to boost investment from Presidents Putin and Xi. However, India's manufacturing weakness poses a challenge as it competes with Russia and China.

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Told to vacate, Ford Foundation is out of its office after 6 decades

India 8 hr ago

The Indian government has evicted the Ford Foundation from its Lodhi Estate premises, which has been its home since 1952. The space has been given to two India-led international initiatives, the International Big Cat Alliance and the Global Biofuels Alliance. The foundation has been actively involved in development initiatives and has given grants to prestigious institutions.

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A group photo of BRICS leaders at the 2017 summit. (Wikimedia Commons)

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BRICS and the dragon in the room: How China’s economy dwarfs the rest, in 4 charts

Explained 2 hr ago

India will host the 18th BRICS Summit this weekend, a group of 11 emerging markets and developing countries. Started as BRIC in 2006, it became BRICS when South Africa joined in 2010. China's economic growth has raised concerns about its dominance in the group's decisions, questioning the original purpose of challenging industrialised economies.

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Tanya Chaudhary Hammer Throw Asian Games

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Tanya Chaudhary throws hammer farther than any Indian ever has; eyes Asiad gold

Sports 15 hr ago

Tanya Chaudhary, a 22-year-old from Uttar Pradesh, broke the national record in women's hammer throw with a distance of 68.35 metres at the Indian Athletics Series Final. Her state-mate Anushka Yadav finished second with 66.34m. Both Tanya and Anushka are part of the Asian Games squad and have been regularly finishing on the podium.

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Dropping dollies leads Bangladesh to doldrums; India in Women’s Asia Cup final

Sports 15 hr ago

Bangladesh's loss to India in the Women's Asia Cup semi-final exposed their poor fielding skills, with four dropped catches, three by Shafali Verma who scored 58 more runs than she should have. Despite a decent batting performance, Bangladesh was unable to challenge India's spin trio and lost by 40 runs. India will face the winner of the other semi-final in the final on Sunday.

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India's Deepti Sharma celebrates the fall of a Bangladesh wicket in the Asia Cup semifinal. (ACC)

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India defeat Bangladesh by 40 runs, punch tickets to Asia Cup final

Sports 16 hr ago

Deepti Sharma's 3 wickets helped India restrict Bangladesh to 109/7, securing a spot in the Asia Cup final. Shafali Verma's luck and impressive batting led India to a competitive total of 149/5. Despite dropped catches, Bangladesh's bowling attack kept India's top batters quiet.

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‘If Sindarov is ahead early, bad news for Gukesh’: Carlsen on World C’ship clash

Sports 3 hr ago

Magnus Carlsen, the renowned chess player, has made a comeback to the Global Chess League and is leading his team, Alpine APL Pipers, to defend their title. In addition to his impressive performance, Carlsen has shared his insights on the upcoming World Championship match, the impact of AI, and his future in chess. He also discussed his motivations for participating in the GCL.

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Cheteshwar Pujara being congratulated by convenor Vivek Atray and organising secretary Capt Sushil Kapoor (Retd) in the All India JP Atray Cricket Tournament in 2010 after Pujara was inducted into the Indian Test team..

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Kapil, Dhoni, Pujara: Tournament that kept finding game’s biggest names no more

Sports 17 hr ago

Cheteshwar Pujara, playing in a domestic cricket tournament, received the news that he had been selected for India's Test squad against Australia in 2010. The tournament, named after JP Atray, a cricket lover who passed away in 1991, has been discontinued after 30 editions. It gave a platform to over 140 players who went on to represent India.

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From judo to MMA – via kurash, jiu-jitsu, reality TV – road to Asiad less taken

Sports 17 hr ago

Suchika Tariyal's unique journey in Indian sport began with a salon incident that led her to learn self-defense. She has competed in various disciplines, appeared on reality shows, and won national titles, but faced financial struggles. Now, she has switched to MMA and will represent India at the Asian Games, hoping to finally achieve her dream of winning a medal after years of hard work.

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Shobhaa De slept for 15 mins during Mirzapur The Movie: ‘Maybe it’s meant for men’

Entertainment 17 hr ago

Shobhaa De, a veteran columnist, has expressed her disappointment with the big-screen spin-off of Amazon Prime Video's popular series Mirzapur, titled "Mirzapur: The Movie". She criticized the film for its lack of direction and excessive violence, while praising the performances of Ravi Kishan and Ali Fazal.

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Bipasha Basu seeks help from Tukaram Mundhe.

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Bipasha Basu calls Tukaram Mundhe ‘our only hope’ after finding worms in protein powder

Entertainment 5 hr ago

Bipasha Basu joins Twinkle Khanna and Preity Zinta in praising Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe for his swift and strict actions against adulteration. She shares a video of worms in a protein powder can and calls Mundhe "our only hope" to prevent such issues. Mundhe has also taken action against Bollywood A-listers for participating in surrogate advertising of a banned product.

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India team players during the 4th T20 International match between England and India at the Seat Unique Stadium, Bristol, England on July 9, 2026.

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Historic one-off India vs Japan T20I sold out: Japan Cricket Association

Sports 18 hr ago

The highly anticipated T20I match between Japan and India on September 22 has been officially sold out, marking the first senior international cricket match between the two countries. The match, held under the Suzuki Cup, will celebrate the 75th anniversary of India-Japan diplomatic relations as part of the "Sport 75" initiative to enhance sports cooperation and human exchanges.

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