Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed on Sunday confirmed his retirement from all forms of cricket, bringing an end to a long international career in which he led the side to memorable triumphs against arch-rivals India national cricket team in two major ICC tournament finals.The wicketkeeper-batter, who last represented the Pakistan national cricket team in a…
Smriti’s family converted two apartments into a single spacious home, which is a smart move to design different areas; public, personal, training, yet live under a single roof. This has helped them incorporate various amenities that a professional athlete would need, such as a home gym area, display areas, and multi-functional rooms, yet retain the…
Mayank Chakraborty becomes the first GM from Northeast India (Special Arranements) NEW DELHI: On Saturday morning, Rajib Dhar, the general secretary of the All Assam Chess Association, was having a good sleep. And why not? His protégé, Mayank Chakraborty, had just secured his final Grandmaster (GM) norm at the 8th GM Tournament in Sweden. In…
File photo: Union minister Piyush Goyal Union minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday said India is well placed to handle any disruption in crude oil and fuel supplies despite the worsening Middle East crisis, asserting that there has been “absolutely no disturbance” in petrol, diesel or aviation fuel availability, while also indicating that the government will…
Babar Azam and Virat Kohli (Agency Image) The decision to push Babar Azam down to No.4 during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup created plenty of debate in Pakistan, and the experiment ultimately failed to deliver. The former Pakistan captain endured a difficult campaign as he struggled to accelerate in the middle order throughout the…
Struggling to move forward in a relationship? Your partner might be commitment-phobic. Watch for signs like avoiding future talks, a history of short relationships, and constant use of ‘maybe.’ They also shy away from saying ‘I love you’ and tend to have many acquaintances rather than deep friendships. These patterns suggest a fear of permanent…
Ashish Limaye (TOI Photo) The eighth edition of the Times of India Sports Awards will be held on March 21, 2026, in Lucknow, celebrating the achievements of India’s finest athletes across multiple disciplines. The awards recognise performances delivered between January 1 and December 31, 2025, honouring standout displays at global championships and major international competitions….
A 2016 royal tour to India saw Kate Middleton’s wardrobe criticized as a “holy mess” for its lack of local designer representation. This harsh feedback prompted a significant shift for the 2019 Pakistan visit, where a deliberate embrace of Pakistani brands showcased a masterclass in diplomatic dressing, proving lessons were learned. When the royals pack…
Indian exporters and logistics providers are scrambling to limit disruptions from the worsening Middle East conflict by closely tracking shipping carriers, planning consignments earlier and exploring alternate routes, even as freight rates, insurance premiums and transit times rise sharply amid uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz.The main response from the exporting community has been defensive…
Government shareholding in Banks [Updated] The Government of India holds significant ownership in several public sector banks (PSBs). These banks play a major role in India’s financial system by providing loans, supporting economic development, and expanding banking services across the country. Government shareholding means the percentage of ownership the government holds in a bank’s equity…