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New Delhi: Delhi Capitals’ campaign in the Indian Premier League 2026 suffered a setback after a heavy defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad, with team management pointing to a disappointing start with the bat as the key reason. Chasing a daunting target of 243, Delhi Capitals struggled to build early momentum. The opening pair of KL Rahul and Pathum Nissanka failed to deliver the explosive start required in a high-scoring contest. Nissanka fell early, while Rahul, despite a promising season, managed 37 runs without fully taking control of the innings. Director of Cricket Venugopal Rao highlighted the underwhelming Powerplay as a decisive…

New Delhi: Indian volleyball has been plunged into uncertainty after Fédération Internationale de Volleyball withdrew its recognition of the Volleyball Federation of India with immediate effect, citing major violations of governance norms. The decision follows mounting concerns over administrative shortcomings within the federation, which had been operating under provisional recognition for eight months. The global body stated that required legal and administrative standards were not met, leading to the suspension. In the wake of this move, a Steering Committee comprising representatives from the Indian Olympic Association and the international federation has taken control of operations. The panel has been tasked…

New Delhi: Indian chess legend Viswanathan Anand has advised reigning world champion D Gukesh to block out external criticism and concentrate on his own game, as scrutiny around the young champion continues to grow. Gukesh’s historic rise in December 2024, when he became the youngest world chess champion, marked a landmark moment in the sport. However, the period following his triumph has been challenging. A dip in performance, a noticeable drop in rating points, and increasing public analysis have placed him under intense pressure. Adding to the competitive landscape is the emergence of Javokhir Sindarov, whose recent achievements have drawn…

New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has found Hockey India Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh guilty of contempt of court for deliberately failing to follow its earlier directives. The ruling came after the court examined a petition alleging non-compliance with an order that required the inclusion of an elected official in key meetings. The case arose from a plea filed by Hockey India Vice President Syeed Asima Ali, who claimed she was denied access to executive board meetings despite a clear court order. The directive, issued on January 17, 2025, had instructed officials to provide her with necessary access links…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The 69th National School Games Beach Volleyball Championship for Under 17 boys and girls began on April 21, 2026, at Miramar Beach in Goa, with several teams delivering impressive performances on the opening day. In the boys category, Gujarat registered one of the most dominant wins of the day, defeating CBSE in straight sets with a convincing margin. Tamil Nadu also showcased strong form, overcoming Punjab comfortably in two sets. Hosts Goa made a solid start to their campaign, securing a straight set victory against Puducherry, followed by another win later in the day against Andhra Pradesh.…

New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah intensified the political battle in West Bengal with a strong warning to the ruling Trinamool Congress over alleged post poll violence, just days before voting begins in the state. Addressing a campaign gathering, Shah cautioned that any attempt to intimidate or harm citizens after the elections would invite strict action. He issued a direct warning to those he described as party workers involved in violence, stating that law enforcement would respond firmly if such incidents occurred. He also urged restraint during polling, particularly in sensitive regions, emphasising that any disruption would have consequences.…

New Delhi: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the Election Commission of denying her permission to hold a public meeting in the Collin Lane area, while allegedly fast tracking approval for a rally by Prime Minister Narendra Modi within hours. Addressing a gathering in the Jorasanko Assembly constituency, Banerjee expressed dissatisfaction over what she described as unequal treatment. She stated that her scheduled meeting was refused outright, adding that such a decision would have been understandable if the venue had already been allocated. However, she claimed she was explicitly informed that permission would not be granted, even as…