Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke announced a new phase of protests soon NEW DELHI: Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke has hinted at a fresh phase of the party’s protest campaign, saying that “Season 2” of its “Jantar-Mantar” movement will begin soon.“Many people were commenting on Instagram about when Season 2 of ‘Jantar-Mantar’…
Student protest in Jantar Mantar ( File Image) For a very long time, anyone considered particularly good at studies in India was almost automatically tipped to become a doctor or an engineer. 3 Idiots made a joke of that national fixation years ago, showing a world in which parents and professors seemed convinced they knew…
The BWF World Championships 2026 is set to be a landmark event for Indian badminton, with New Delhi preparing to welcome the sport’s biggest stars from August 17 to 23. India will be represented in all five disciplines, giving home fans plenty to look forward to at the Indira Gandhi Arena.The tournament marks the 30th…
NEW DELHI: The sports ministry on Wednesday suspended the recognition of the Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI), citing governance issues within the national body.The ministry also asked the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to set up an ad-hoc committee to oversee the administration of table tennis in the country until a proper governance structure is…
Union minister Kiren Rijiju said FCRA is must to monitor foreign funding. NEW DELHI: Union minister Kiren Rijiju Wednesday strongly criticised the opposition over what he called a “misleading campagin” against the foreign funding regulatory bill, which has now been sent to Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) for deeper deliberations.Rijiju said India was not a “banana…
Shan Masood and Babar Azam Pakistan’s successful Caribbean campaign has brought a significant boost in the latest ICC Men’s Test Player Rankings, with captain Babar Azam returning to the top 10 while Abdullah Shafique and Sajid Khan also made notable gains. Babar’s rise comes after Pakistan secured an eight-wicket victory over the West Indies in…
Sri Lanka’s Kusal Mendis (AP/PTI) Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) have announced a 16-member squad for the opening Test of their two-match series against India, with veteran wicketkeeper-batter Niroshan Dickwella making his return to the Test side.Dhananjaya de Silva will captain the team, while Kamindu Mendis has been named his deputy. Dickwella has been included as…
For years, environmental CSR in India was largely associated with tree plantation drives, cleanliness campaigns and occasional conservation projects. While those initiatives continue, companies are increasingly directing their CSR efforts towards something far more strategic. They’re strengthening climate resilience, securing water resources, promoting circular use of materials, and helping communities adapt to a warming world.The…
Graeme Smith, Commissioner of SA20, (R) and commentator Chris Morris (L) in Sandton, Johannesburg , South Africa. (Sportzpics) NEW DELHI: The SA20’s impact on South African cricket is beginning to stretch well beyond the glitz, packed stadiums and presence of some of the biggest names in world cricket. Former South Africa all-rounder Chris Morris believes,…
Cumulative ethanol supplies crossed 800 crore litres during Ethanol Supply Year (ESY) 2025-26 (representative image) India’s ethanol programme has crossed another major volume mark, but the latest supply data also shows a shift in where the fuel is coming from.Grain-based feedstocks accounted for about three-fourths of ethanol supplied in July, with maize and surplus Food…